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Irish Independent
44 minutes ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Douglas James-Taylor on verge of move to Bohs after striker‘s loan deal with Drogheda expires
Exclusive | Bohemians have made a strong move to sign striker Douglas James-Taylor after the expiration of a successful loan with Drogheda United where he was a crucial factor in their FAI Cup success. It's understood the Gypsies are poised to secure James-Taylor (23) on a permanent deal, with the Englishman expected to turn down the offer of a new contract from Walsall that would have opened up the possibility of a return to Drogheda. The Boynesiders also explored signing the front man on a permanent basis.
BBC News
2 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Walsall defender Farquharson signs new contract
Walsall defender Priestley Farquharson has signed a new one-year contract extension which includes the option of a further 28, joined Walsall in July 2023 after leaving Newport County and has played 24 times for the club. The centre-back's previous contract had been due to expire this to a thigh injury he was limited to just three appearances last season as Walsall finished third in League Two and reached the play-off final but ultimately missed out on promotion following a 1-0 defeat against AFC said: "There's some unfinished business I feel from last season because of the end we had." He added: "We all know it wasn't how we wanted our season to finish but we have to use that as motivation moving forward."I had my own frustrations last season with my injury but I'm determined to work even hard this year to make sure I make my contributions count even more both on and off the pitch."
Irish Independent
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Striker Douglas James-Taylor linked with move to Bohs after loan deal with Drogheda expires
Bohemians have made a strong move to sign striker Douglas James-Taylor after the expiration of a successful loan with Drogheda United where he was a crucial factor in their FAI Cup success. It's understood the Gypsies are poised to secure James-Taylor (23) on a permanent deal, with the Englishman expected to turn down the offer of a new contract from Walsall that would have opened up the possibility of a return to Drogheda. The Boynesiders also explored signing the front man on a permanent basis.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
'I was denied PIP because I can drive but won at tribunal after 15-month fight'
A person has shared how their wife was awarded Personal Independence Payment (PIP) following a 15-month 'fight'. The cash was initially denied because she can drive and work, their spouse said. But following a lengthy battle and tribunal, she has finally been awarded the financial support for her conditions including: ADHD, anxiety and mobility issues. The story was shared on Reddit earlier this month and has since given hope to other users on the site who are going through issues with their benefit claim. READ MORE: Walsall Council issue update on popular splash pad and says 'good news' The woman's spouse wrote: "Just want to give a positive story. Today, after a 15-month fight, my wife won PIP at the tribunal. "We had got some advice beforehand and a submission was given to the courts on Tuesday about the point we wanted to argue. "Today, as we arrived, my wife received a few missed calls from a private number. She passed her phone to me to answer, and it was a lady from the court/ hearing advising us that we did not need to attend as the judge had ruled the appeal was won. "I advised we were at the courts and she came out and spoke to us in person and advised the judge had ruled [that] the appeal had been won on both daily living and mobility. "Originally DWP had awarded 0 points with the reasoning being as my wife is employed and can drive she must be able to do other tasks. "We were advised at the courts that just because someone works does not mean they do not struggle to do so. "Enhanced awarded on daily living and mobility. Conditions: ADHD, ASD 2 , anxiety and depression as well as issues with mobility. "Now we wait for the letter to arrive with the full details." In response, people were quick to congratulate the person on their win. One person said: "So glad she got the result she deserved and thanks for posting." A second added: "Firstly well done and secondly another example of why you should also go to tribunal and not give up." In a reply to this comment, the original poster said: "Thank you. Not going to lie, it was such a relief it was won without having to sit through it and be questioned." Another person wrote: "Congrats! Really happy for you and your wife!" "I'm glad you finally got the outcome you were entitled to and your long battle has ended positively," one user said. Another added: "I'm so pleased to read that people are fighting and winning for the help they are entitled to." The government website states: "Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can help with extra living costs if you have both: a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability difficulty doing certain everyday tasks or getting around because of your condition "You can get PIP even if you're working, have savings or are getting most other benefits."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Goalkeeper Evans makes permanent Barnet switch
Owen Evans moved to Cheltenham last summer from Walsall and featured 11 times in League Two before moving to Barnet [Rex Features] Barnet have signed goalkeeper Owen Evans on a permanent deal after his release by Cheltenham Town. The 28-year-old joined the Bees on loan from Cheltenham in January and conceded just seven goals in 18 games as he helped the club win the National League. Advertisement The Welshman has played for 10 clubs in his career including spells at Walsall, Macclesfield Town and Wigan Athletic. "The last four months of the season couldn't have gone any better, so to come back and it properly in the league now – it's really good," he said. "I think we have the ability and the team cohesion to do really well in this league. "I think we can really push, I think we'll surprise a lot of teams, and that's my ambition – to continue the upward trajectory of this club."
