Dundee People by Reporter March 28, 2018, 6:00 am FacebookTwitterLinkedInWhatsAppEmail Sign up to our Daily newsletter “Childsplay” was a TV show hosted by Michael Aspel and it involved primary-age children having to explain an activity or an item without naming it. In 1986, a crew went to both Hillside Primary and St Ninian’s for the filming and that’s the St Ninian’s squad we see here, David Ryan, Claire Lorimer, Colin Lang, Andrew and Graeme Murdoch, Kelly Sword, Gerard Kelly and Claire Post. The children told the reporter they were looking forward to the show but had no idea what they would talk about. Sign up to our Daily newsletter More from the Evening Telegraph US to seek social media details from all visa applicants Kevin Hart and Khloe Kardashian attempt goat yoga for new fitness show Russia to expel same number of envoys as West amid poisoning of ex-spy Greek archaeologists prevent BBC filming Le Carre adaptation … [Read more...] about ‘Childsplay’ comes to town; the difficulty of explaining something without naming it
Explainers
Pier tragedy hero’s ex explains why she’s suing family of five victims
The ex-girlfriend of a pier tragedy hero has revealed why she is suing the estate of one of five family members who drowned in the horror incident. Stephanie Knox, 25, has filed a claim seeking compensation from the estate of Sean McGrotty and the council that owns the pier where his car plunged into a lake. She said she's suing for post-traumatic stress she has suffered after witnessing the incident and comforting the lone survivor - Mr McGrotty's daughter, then aged four months, who was heroically saved by her then-boyfriend. But she said she didn't realise the claim, which is seeking compensation for loss of earnings, would seek compensation from the victims' family, the Irish Mirror reports. Mr McGrotty drowned along with his two young sons, teenage sister-in-law and mother-in-law in the tragedy in Buncrana, Ireland, in March 2016. Ms Knox has also hit back at online trolls, saying she has been hit with a barrage of abuse since it emerged that she was claiming for damages. She said … [Read more...] about Pier tragedy hero’s ex explains why she’s suing family of five victims
Drop-in sessions in West Norfolk to explain Alive Leisure’s new charges
Residents in West Norfolk who use Alive Leisure facilities are being encouraged to attend drop-in sessions next week to find out more about changes to fees and charges. Alive Leisure, which operates Oasis in Hunstanton, Downham Leisure, St James Pool in Lynn and Lynnsport, is inviting customers to the sessions ahead of the alterations which will come into effect in April.A spokeswoman said: “Alive Leisure, the charitable trust, has successfully operated the borough’s sports facilities for three and a half years.“As a charity it is important we scrutinise every part of the business and encourage local residents to have an ongoing healthy, active lifestyle.”The trust currently has more than 800 prices with more than 100 different memberships.It is hoped that this new pricing structure will be “more transparent”.“We have applied a consistent approach to prices which means there have been increases as well as decreases.”She said traditionally … [Read more...] about Drop-in sessions in West Norfolk to explain Alive Leisure’s new charges
British passport to be made in France -PM challenged to explain De La Rue decision
THERESA May has been urged to explain to British workers why the new post-Brexit blue passport will be made in France. The contract to manufacture the document, which Brexiteers see as a symbol of the UK's regained independence, is set to be awarded to Franco-Dutch firm Gemalto rather than De La Rue's Gateshead plant. De La Rue boss Martin Sutherland De La Rue boss Martin Sutherland said it was "disappointing and surprising" that "this icon of British identity is going to be manufactured in France". The move has been condemned by Brexiteers and Mr Sutherland called on the Prime Minister or Home Secretary Amber Rudd to explain their decision to his workers. Mr Sutherland said the Home Office had confirmed the move to him, although ministers denied the process was complete. Mr Sutherland said: "I think we have heard over the last few weeks and months ministers more than happy to come on the media and talk about the blue passports and the fact that the blue passport is an icon … [Read more...] about British passport to be made in France -PM challenged to explain De La Rue decision
Lowestoft Town postpone supporters meeting to explain financial crisis
PUBLISHED: 13:33 22 March 2018 | UPDATED: 13:33 22 March 2018 Lowestoft Town's have postponed the supporters meeting, which was due to take place on Thursday evening. Picture: Nick Butcher Archant © 2018 Lowestoft Town have postponed Thursday night’s scheduled meeting with supporters. The meeting had been arranged to put fans fully in the picture over the cash crisis that has recently engulfed the Blues. However, the club want more time to gather information before explaining the situation at the Amber Dew Events Stadium. “The club can confirm that tonight’s scheduled meeting with the supporters has been postponed. “After speaking with key individuals and consulting fans, we felt we needed more time to gather more information to give a clearer picture of the situation to you - the fans. “It has taken more time to gather everything together than we first thought. We planned to lay out the information we currently have including specifics on … [Read more...] about Lowestoft Town postpone supporters meeting to explain financial crisis