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The Irish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Stephen Mulhern's You Bet filming suspended after on-set chaos as van ‘bursts into flames' causing thousands in damage
STEPHEN Mulhern's game show You Bet! was halted after a van burst into flames - with fire engines rushing to the scene. The TV star, 48, will return to our screens for the second series later this year and will be presenting solo after Holly Willoughby quit the show in March. Advertisement 4 YouBet! filming was thrown into chaos after a van caught fire on set Credit: Ben Lack 4 The incident happened on Friday as host Stephen Mulhern prepared to film an Emmerdale segment Credit: Ben Lack 4 Stephen will be back for a second series later this year Credit: ITV But filming for the new series hasn't gone smooth sailing. Popular telly host was filming a special Emmerdale segment in Yorkshire last Friday when a vehicle burst into flames. The fire quickly spread to prop vans nearby, causing thousands of pounds worth of damage. Images showed ash and rubble around the destroyed vehicle on the grounds of Harewood House, where Emmerdale is filmed in Leeds. Advertisement READ MORE ON STEPHEN MULHERN "The blaze just started from a random vehicle which then resulted in vans used by the crew also go up in flames," an eyewitness told the 'There was obvious panic and it's a miracle nobody was harmed." The fire reportedly happened in close proximity to the ITV soap - but did not spread inside where filming takes place. As a result, filming was suspended but is set to continue this week. Advertisement Most read in News TV A spokesperson for You Bet! said to the publication: "Following an incident that was unrelated to filming, production for You Bet! was suspended as a precaution. "The situation was promptly assessed by the fire services and no-one was injured or affected. Watch the moment Stephen Mulhern is left red-faced as he makes HUGE blunder on Catchphrase puzzle "The health and safety of all individuals involved in the making of the programme remains our highest priority.' A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Fire Service added: "We were called at 15.57 on Friday to reports of a small vehicle on fire on Harewood Avenue. Advertisement "We sent two crews, Moortown and Wetherby. "On arrival this was found to be two vehicles on fire which crews extinguished. No reports of any injuries. "The cause has been recorded as accidental." ITV confirmed Advertisement It has been revealed that the show which saw competitors take on strange challenges will be taking it on the road. Each of the seven episodes, including a Christmas special - will take place in a different iconic locations around the country. An an ITV spokesman said: "Free from the restrictions of the studio - our epic challenges are about to get a whole lot bigger. "Watching on, our celebrity panel's job is simple; they must decide if each challenger will succeed - Yes or No. If they guess correctly, they'll be awarded points. Advertisement "The Celebrity with the most points at the end of the show will receive £5,000 for their chosen charity." The show will be re-named You Bet! On Tour for the new series. In March it was revealed Holly would not be returning to the show. An ITV spokesman told : "Unfortunately Holly couldn't commit to the dates to host the new series of You Bet!, but will hopefully appear as a guest panellist on one of the shows in the new series." Advertisement The iconic 80s gameshow featured ordinary people taking on a range of bizarre challenges as a panel of celebrity guests gambled on their success. Rob Beckett, Challenges included one couple identifying different types of cactus just by licking them. Another challenge was identifying different board games by the sounds they make when they are emptied from their boxes. Advertisement The likes of Bruce Forsyth, 4 Holly Willoughby quit the game show back in March Credit: ITV
Scottish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Stephen Mulhern's You Bet filming suspended after on-set chaos as van ‘bursts into flames' causing thousands in damage
The game show is back with a brand new format GAME SHOW MAYHEM Stephen Mulhern's You Bet filming suspended after on-set chaos as van 'bursts into flames' causing thousands in damage Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STEPHEN Mulhern's game show You Bet! was halted after a van burst into flames - with fire engines rushing to the scene. The TV star, 48, will return to our screens for the second series later this year and will be presenting solo after Holly Willoughby quit the show in March. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 YouBet! filming was thrown into chaos after a van caught fire on set Credit: Ben Lack 4 The incident happened on Friday as host Stephen Mulhern prepared to film an Emmerdale segment Credit: Ben Lack 4 Stephen will be back for a second series later this year Credit: ITV But filming for the new series hasn't gone smooth sailing. Popular telly host Stephen was filming a special Emmerdale segment in Yorkshire last Friday when a vehicle burst into flames. The fire quickly spread to prop vans nearby, causing thousands of pounds worth of damage. Images showed ash and rubble around the destroyed vehicle on the grounds of Harewood House, where Emmerdale is filmed in Leeds. "The blaze just started from a random vehicle which then resulted in vans used by the crew also go up in flames," an eyewitness told the Mail. 'There was obvious panic and it's a miracle nobody was harmed." The fire reportedly happened in close proximity to the ITV soap - but did not spread inside where filming takes place. As a result, filming was suspended but is set to continue this week. A spokesperson for You Bet! said to the publication: "Following an incident that was unrelated to filming, production for You Bet! was suspended as a precaution. "The situation was promptly assessed by the fire services and no-one was injured or affected. Watch the moment Stephen Mulhern is left red-faced as he makes HUGE blunder on Catchphrase puzzle "The health and safety of all individuals involved in the making of the programme remains our highest priority.' A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Fire Service added: "We were called at 15.57 on Friday to reports of a small vehicle on fire on Harewood Avenue. "We sent two crews, Moortown and Wetherby. "On arrival this was found to be two vehicles on fire which crews extinguished. No reports of any injuries. "The cause has been recorded as accidental." ITV confirmed You Bet! will be back with new episodes following the successful relaunch last year, but with a new format change. It has been revealed that the show which saw competitors take on strange challenges will be taking it on the road. Each of the seven episodes, including a Christmas special - will take place in a different iconic locations around the country. An an ITV spokesman said: "Free from the restrictions of the studio - our epic challenges are about to get a whole lot bigger. "Watching on, our celebrity panel's job is simple; they must decide if each challenger will succeed - Yes or No. If they guess correctly, they'll be awarded points. "The Celebrity with the most points at the end of the show will receive £5,000 for their chosen charity." The show will be re-named You Bet! On Tour for the new series. In March it was revealed Holly would not be returning to the show. An ITV spokesman told TV Zone: "Unfortunately Holly couldn't commit to the dates to host the new series of You Bet!, but will hopefully appear as a guest panellist on one of the shows in the new series." The iconic 80s gameshow featured ordinary people taking on a range of bizarre challenges as a panel of celebrity guests gambled on their success. Rob Beckett, Alison Hammond, Harry Redknapp and Rosie Ramsey made up the star gamblers as contestants vied for a £10,000 prize. Challenges included one couple identifying different types of cactus just by licking them. Another challenge was identifying different board games by the sounds they make when they are emptied from their boxes. The likes of Bruce Forsyth, Matthew Kelly and Darren Day previously fronted the show on their own.
Metro
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
ITV forced to halt filming of Stephen Mulhern show after fire on set
Filming of Stephen Mulhern's game show You Bet! was brought to a halt due to a fire on set. The Saturday Night Takeaway and Dancing On Ice host, 48, was working on the ITV show in Yorkshire at the time, shooting a special Emmerdale segment. It's been reported that a car burst into flames, with the fire spreading to prop vans used by crew members. As a result, thousands of pounds worth of equipment went up in smoke. According to MailOnline, two fire engines were called to the scene. An eyewitness described what unfolded as 'carnage'. 'The blaze just started from a random vehicle, which then resulted in vans used by the crew also going up in flames,' they explained. 'There was obvious panic, and it's a miracle nobody was harmed.' It's said the fire started 'within close proximity to the soap,' but thankfully, it didn't spread inside where filming actually happens. Speaking after the incident, a spokesperson for You Bet! also said: 'Following an incident that was unrelated to filming, production for You Bet! was suspended as a precaution. 'The situation was promptly assessed by the fire services, and no one was injured or affected. 'The health and safety of all individuals involved in the making of the programme remains our highest priority.' Also confirming their attendance to the matter, a spokesperson for West Yorkshire Fire Service explained that they were called to 'reports of a small vehicle on fire on Harewood Avenue' at 3:57pm on Friday. On the arrival of their two crews, the fires were extinguished. The cause has been recorded as accidental. Photos from the scene illustrate the extent of the damage, showing how the blaze completely destroyed what was inside the trucks. The set was located on the grounds of Harewood House in Leeds, with Mulhern there to record a challenge to appear in the upcoming series. Filming of the programme – which is a revival of the original format, which first aired in 1988 – will continue this week. In August 2024, ITV announced that Mulhern and Holly Willoughby would front two special episodes of You Bet!, in which a celebrity panel bets on the ability of members of the public to accomplish typically unlikely challenges and stunts. It was later revealed that Catchphrase host Mulhern would host the next full series solo, with Willoughby having quit in March. The reboot will comprise seven episodes and a Christmas special, but, in a twist to the format, each will be filmed in different locations across the country. An ITV spokesman said previously about the switch-up: 'Free from the restrictions of the studio, our epic challenges are about to get a whole lot bigger. 'Watching on, our celebrity panel's job is simple; they must decide if each challenger will succeed – yes or no. If they guess correctly, they'll be awarded points. 'The Celebrity with the most points at the end of the show will receive £5,000 for their chosen charity.' You Bet! will be aptly renamed You Bet! On Tour for the upcoming series, and bosses are hoping Willoughby will be up for returning at some point as a guest panellist. Other famous panel members will include Zoe Ball, Rob Beckett, Alex Brooker, Rylan Clark, Alesha Dixon, Alison Hammond, and Danny Jones. More Trending Speaking ahead of its release, Mulhern – who recently left his lucrative role at Butlin's – expressed his excitement: 'I'm absolutely thrilled that YouBet! is back – and this time we're hitting the road! 'Each week, I'll be joined by a top celeb panel as our challengers take on some brilliantly bonkers and amazing challenges. 'With the title of You Bet Champion on the line, it's going to be unbelievable from the start.' View More » You Bet! was originally hosted by Sir Bruce Forsyth from 1988 to 90, before Matthew Kelly took over from 1991 to 1995. Darren Day then hosted from 1996 to 1997. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Legendary News at Ten presenter Sandy Gall dies aged 97 MORE: Big Coronation Street and Emmerdale news confirmed as ITV issue statement MORE: ITV Coronation Street issues 'be vigilant' warning to soap fans using social media
The Sun
10-06-2025
- The Sun
Dad & daughter, 9, killed in horror house fire while mum ‘away on trip' are named – as sister fighting for life
THE dad and daughter, 9, who were killed in a horror house fire have been named, as tributes pour in. The blaze that ripped through the house in Yorkshire killed Sohaib Ahmed, aged 38, and his daughter Manahal Ahmed, aged nine. 5 5 It also saw the little girl's 11-year-old sister rushed to hospital and she remains in critical condition. Enquiries into the fire remain ongoing by Kirklees District Police on behalf of the coroner. This comes after it emerged the mother of the family had been on a trip when the tragedy unfolded. Neighbours told The Sun that the mum-of-three was away on a religious pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, and she is returning home today. Pictures of the scene show firefighters investigating what looks like a burnt-out tumble dryer. The fire service is working with the police to establish the cause of the fire. Emergency services were called to the scene, in the market town of Heckmondwike, at 6.19am on Sunday morning. West Yorkshire Fire Service said it sent four crews and firefighters pulled a man and two young girls out of the burning building. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the dad died at the scene. Both girls were rushed to hospital, where the youngest sadly died later that day. The father, a taxi driver, was looking after their three children - two daughters and a son - as his wife was away. Their eldest was staying with relatives on Saturday night so he was not inside the red-brick semi detached house in the quiet cul de sac when the fire took hold. Cops said they don't believe there are suspicious circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Former neighbours Andy Boys, 30, and Mehvish Iqbal, 29, came to lay floral tributes outside the fire damaged house. Mehvish said: 'My son used to play outside with her little girl, the one that has passed away. It is just awful. 'To know that the mother is away in Mecca and she is coming back to this, I don't know how she is going to deal with it mentally. 'The girls are lovely little girls, I pray that her older sister pulls through.' Andy said: 'They were lovely neighbours, we lived next door.' A number of floral tributes have been left outside the house. Another neighbour said: 'I heard sirens on Sunday morning and then looked out to see the smoke and the emergency crews doing CPR on the dad and kids. 'It seemed to go on forever, it was horrendous.' Another neighbour said: 'The Mum was away in Saudi Arabia for Hajj. I've been told she is coming back today. My heart breaks for her. 'I know their eldest son was stopping elsewhere with a relative when the fire started. 'The Dad is a taxi driver and such a nice man. It's is devastating for everybody and we just hope the other little girl survives.' Detective Inspector Paul Greatorex said: "We are continuing to work with colleagues at the fire service to investigate this dreadfully sad incident which has resulted in a father and daughter losing their lives. "Extensive enquiries have been ongoing since yesterday and we have been working to locate and support relatives of the victims both here and outside of the UK at what is clearly an awful time for the family. "While our enquiries remain ongoing we do not believe there are any suspicious circumstances regarding the cause of the fire and will be preparing a file for the coroner in due course. "Our support for the family involved clearly also still continues." 5 5 5
BBC News
09-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Battery plant on Castleford farmland gets go-ahead
Proposals to build a battery energy storage system (BESS) on farmland in West Yorkshire have been application by Harmony Energy to install the facility at a six acre (2.5 hectare) site off Holmfield Lane, near Castleford, was given the go-ahead by Wakefield 36 energy storage unit BESS would take in power from renewable sources and release them to the National Grid when demand was high, the applicants said.A total of 49 residents objected to the scheme, citing concerns about traffic hazards along the lane, fire risks and the impact on local wildlife. The site was originally designated as greenbelt land under Wakefield Council's Local Plan, which was adopted in January it was later deemed to be "grey belt" land after the government published a revised national policy framework in December. 'Important role' A planning statement submitted by the energy company said the benefits brought by the scheme would outweigh any harm, according to the Local Democracy Reporting said the A1(M) and M62 motorways already dominated the openness of the greenbelt near said this type of scheme was a "vital component in the drive towards zero carbon"."This type of technology has an important role to play across the National Grid, and at a local level in Wakefield's own target to achieve zero carbon by 2038," it Yorkshire Fire Service called for the scheme to be designed in accordance with National Fire Chiefs Council guidelines for BESS for a BESS facility less than half a mile away, off Stranglands Lane, next to the former Ferrybridge Power Station, were also approved last week. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
