The Yorkshire dialect can be tricky to understand if you’re not from the area, and with so much variety across the region, it’s easy to be confused by some of our unique turns of phrase. Even if you’re local, you might be surprised to learn the origins behind some of the city’s signature slang. Loiners The term Loiners has long been used to refer to natives of Leeds. While its exact origin still remains unknown, there are three competing theories to explain how the nickname came about. The most common theory is that it could stem from the name Loidis, which was used in the 8th century to refer to the district around modern day Leeds. Loidis later became known as Ledes or Leedes, and eventually Leeds. Another theory suggests that in the 19th century there were many yards and closes around Briggate, the back entrances of which were known as ‘low ins’ or ‘loins’, sparking the term Loiner. And a third argument has it that locals used to … [Read more...] about Why are people from Leeds called Loiners? Yorkshire slang explained
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Jones explains why he went with the ‘safer option’ of Mpanzu at Newcastle
Town boss Nathan Jones admitted he erred on the side of caution by putting in Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu ahead of Akin Famewo for the FA Cup third round clash at Newcastle United on Saturday. Prior to the game, Jones had confirmed he would have had no issues in using youngster Famewo in such a high profile tie at top flight opposition, although on the day, opted for Mpanzu as the holding midfielder, with Glen Rea dropping back to partner Johnny Mullins in the heart of defence. When he’s played in that role, he’s been brave, got on it, we’ve had some wonderful performances from Pelly in that defensive midfield role. Nathan Jones Explaining his selection, Jones said: “It was a tough decision. “It was either do we put Akin in who’s slightly more up to speed than Pelly, but has far less experience against a wonderful strike partnership? “Or do you go with the slightly safer option? And we probably went with the slightly safer option. “But also … [Read more...] about Jones explains why he went with the ‘safer option’ of Mpanzu at Newcastle
Barry McElduff in meeting with Sinn Féin leaders to explain Kingsmill video
An under pressure Sinn Féin MP has held a meeting with the party leadership to explain a video of him with a Kingsmill-branded loaf on his head on the anniversary of the Kingsmill massacre. Sinn Féin has described Barry McElduff's social media post as "inexcusable and indefensible". Party chairman Declan Kearney said the West Tyrone MP had fallen well short of the standards Sinn Féin expects of its members. Sinn Fein president @GerryAdamsSF has just left party offices in west Belfast where @BarryMcElduff is currently inside discussing the fallout from his controversial Kingsmill loaf video. @PA pic.twitter.com/maK5QF8uuZ — David Young (@DavidYoungPA) January 8, 2018 Mr McElduff has apologised for the post, insisting it was not meant as a reference to the republican murders of 10 Protestant workmen in 1976. He had been summoned to meet senior party figures, including Stormont leader Michelle O'Neill and party president Gerry Adams, at party offices in west Belfast. … [Read more...] about Barry McElduff in meeting with Sinn Féin leaders to explain Kingsmill video
Jimmy explains reason for cutting Matt Ingram’s loan spell short
Northampton Town boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has explained the reason for cutting Matt Ingram's loan spell short. The former Wycombe man had originally agreed to spend the season with the Cobblers, but the former Chelsea man decided to end it early after completing the signing of Richard O'Donnell on a free transfer from Rotherham United. Explaining Ingram's departure to the Northampton Town website , Hasselbaink said: “Matt has done really well for us and we would like to thank him for his efforts. “It is never ideal having a loan player as your goalkeeper as you always run the risk of losing a player who is on loan, so we wanted to investigate the possibility of making a permanent goalkeeper signing. “We have been able to progress that and are delighted to be able to bring Richard in, and so the natural conclusion of that is that Matt will return to his parent club with our thanks and best wishes.” … [Read more...] about Jimmy explains reason for cutting Matt Ingram’s loan spell short
Sinn Fein MP arrives to explain Kingsmill loaf video to party leaders
An under pressure Sinn Fein MP has arrived for a meeting with the party leadership to explain a video of him with a Kingsmill-branded loaf on his head on the anniversary of the Kingsmill massacre. Sinn Fein has described Barry McElduff's social media post as "inexcusable and indefensible". Party chairman Declan Kearney said the West Tyrone MP had fallen well short of the standards Sinn Fein expects of its members. Mr McElduff has apologised for the post, insisting it was not meant as a reference to the republican murders of 10 Protestant workmen in 1976. He had been summoned to meet senior party figures, including Stormont leader Michelle O'Neill and party president Gerry Adams, at party offices in west Belfast. The well-known Kingsmill brand of bread shares a name with the south Armagh village that witnessed one of the most notorious incidents of the Troubles, when gunmen stopped a van carrying textile workers on their way home, identified the Protestant occupants, lined them up at … [Read more...] about Sinn Fein MP arrives to explain Kingsmill loaf video to party leaders