Inhoudsopgave van Issue 864 - Closer

Following the most-watched-ever final of Love Island , there’s now a villa-sized hole left in our evenings. The show’s impact is far-reaching, and not just on the stars, who’ll now cash in on their new-found popularity. On p40, controversial mum Carla Bellucci tells us she’s saving for her daughter, 14 – whose “biggest ambition” is to be on Love Island – to have cosmetic surgery, to guarantee reality show stardom in a few years. The money and the Insta-perfect lifestyles are attractive, but if we’ve learned anything recently – with the tragic deaths of Mike Thalassitis and Sophie Gradon – it’s that the downsides of instant fame are anything but. Tellingly, in our chat with this year’s winner Amber Gill [p22], she reveals she wants to go back to work…

Sources recently revealed to Closer that Coleen Rooney has been determined to spend more time in the UK with friends and family, as she’s struggled to adapt to life in Washington since husband Wayne signed with MLS team DC United in June last year, on a reported £300k a week – telling her footballer husband he needs to work around her schedule. QUITTING AMERICA And last week, it was claimed that Coleen, 33, has now ordered Wayne, also 33, to quit his US football career when his contract expires in 2021, telling pals that she plans to move back with their four sons, Kai, nine, Klay, six, Kit, three, and 17-month-old Cass, as early as September next year. A source shares, “Coleen wanted to start spending more time in the…

She revealed last week that she was still haunted by the recent sudden death of her ex-husband George Kay, admitting, “I can smell him, I can hear the sound of his voice, I can visualise him.” And pals worry the traumatised star – who has daughter Dylan-Jorge, five, from her marriage to George – has been so distracted by grief that she’s starting to “shut off” from personal trainer boyfriend Ryan Mahoney, with whom she reconciled recently following their split last October. A source reveals, “Kerry is understandably still grief-stricken by everything with George. It’s a complicated situation, and it’s been really hard for her to come to terms with. He’s the father of her child, but she’s also had to relive all the awful times she went through with…

‘I can’t wait to show Greg Newcastle’ She charmed the nation this summer and emerged as the winner of Love Island 2019 – but Amber Gill says she isn’t too bothered about a life in the spotlight and wants to go back to her old day job. The 21-year-old beauty therapist previously worked in a salon with her aunt, doing skincare treatments. And despite bagging £25K in prize money, which she won with her partner Greg O’Shea, she wants to go back to her old job. She tells Closer , “I’m going to be sensible with the money. I’ll probably treat myself a little bit, but I’m going to invest and be careful with it. I’ll definitely keep working with my auntie. We’ll still have the salon, and I’ll build…

The show may have only just ended, but fans are already counting down to the next series of Love Island, which airs in January 2020. While viewers have previously had to wait a year for their Love Island fix, ITV bosses announced last month that two series of the hit TV show would now run per year – with the next beginning early in the new year. Producers have confirmed the new series will be set in a brand new villa in South Africa, with producers already scouting for their new contestants. Fans have expressed their excitement for the new show, with one posting, “Who else is counting down the days until #WinterLoveIsland in January?”, and another writing, “what am I meant to do with my life now love islands…

Psychological therapist Emma Kenny says, “Subconsciously, Danielle might worry that her sons will leave her, whereas a girl will stay with her and always love her. But in reality, it’s the relationship with your child that matters, not its gender. If Danielle doesn’t manage to have a girl, she should focus on loving her boys instead. She may crave shopping trips with a daughter, but she can do that with her sons, or any nieces or goddaughters she might have. Getting over a miscarriage is hard, because the rest of the world doesn’t see a loss – you might have planned out that child’s whole life, but there is no funeral. Danielle should turn to her partner, friends, family and counselling to really grieve properly. Not getting the family plan…

Vets Heidi and Luca Ferasin were overjoyed when their son Mattia survived life-saving heart surgery at just six days old. The couple were so grateful to their son’s team of surgeons, including Dr Caner Salih, that they wanted to find a way to repay him. And, when they discovered he owned a puppy suffering from exactly the same heart condition as their child, they offered to help. For a whole year, the couple cared for French bulldog Büdu, and now both Mattia and the pup are thriving. Heidi, 38, says, “When we heard about Dr Salih’s puppy, it felt like fate – not only are we are vets, but we specialise in cardiology. Dr Salih gave our son a chance at life, so we knew we had to try to…

MEGAN TOMLIN – Jacqueline defended Dan in 2015 after tapes leaked of him threatening ex Megan, mother of his son Teddy, five. Jacqueline called the threats “disgusting”, but said, “People make mistakes”. ‘MYSTERY GIRL’ – In May 2018, Jacqueline reportedly tracked down and contacted a mystery woman on Twitter, asking whether she had spent the night with Dan after a night out in Essex. GABBY ALLEN – Later that month, rumours swirled Dan had cheated on Jacqueline with Gabby Allen in Marbella – which they both denied. They later appeared together on Celebrity Big Brother, while he and Jacqueline were temporarily separated. ALEXANDRA CANE – In March 2019, reports alleged Dan had snogged Alexandra and gone home with her after a party. Dan temporarily moved out of the couple’s home,…

Tanith Carey, parenting expert and author of Girl Uninterrupted: Steps For Building Stronger Girls In A Challenging World, says, “Carla really needs to question the values she’s passing on to her daughter. “A 14 year old is very vulnerable, psychologically – they are comparing themselves to their peers, and already feel self-consciousness. “So it’s very damaging for her self-esteem that her mother is basically saying that she isn’t good enough. “These days, people do tend to equate good looks with success, and think looks can be bought with surgery, which is so sad. “Looking perfect and ‘being famous’ doesn’t necessarily bring happiness. “By prioritising looks over everything else, Carla is setting up her daughter for failure. After all, our looks will fade in the ageing process. “So we need to…

Next year marks the 10-year anniversary of TOWIE, the show that made Sam and her sister Billie famous, along with Mark Wright and Gemma Collins. And Sam, who left in 2014, hasn’t ruled out a reunion episode. “I don’t know yet. Ten years is such a big milestone, and that’s where it all began for me,” she says. And Paul and Rosie, who already star in The Mummy Diaries, could continue their reality TV career when they grow up, too. “I was on TOWIE, so it wouldn’t be fair for me to say they couldn’t do something like that in the future,” says Sam.…

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‘I call my tumour “Burt”. He's part of me’ When Nicki Chapman arrives at our shoot, she greets everyone with a warm hug. Despite touching down from Australia the night before, the TV presenter shows no sign of jet lag, exuding positivity. “I’m feeling great,” she tells Closer. “I’m so fortunate to be doing what I’m doing right now. I’m comfortable with my age, my skin, and who I am – and I just want to celebrate that.” Despite her upbeat attitude, it’s been an incredibly tough couple of months for Nicki. In May, the 52 year old – who is married to music manager Dave “Shacky” Shackleton – underwent major surgery to remove a life-threatening brain tumour. After experiencing blurred vision, and struggling to remember names, Nicki feared she…

INSIDE NIKKI’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Beetroot • Houmous • Cheddar • Goat’s butter • Goat’s cheese • Probiotic yoghurt drinks • Snickers bars • Red Leicester • Mustard • Steak (fillet) • Mayo • Chicken breasts • Broccoli • Tomatoes • Salad cream • Sour cream and chive dip • Peppers • Green beans • Cucumber • Diet Coke cans • Corona beers • Goat’s milk • Orange juice VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS: “Nikki’s diet is low in fruit and veg, and high in fat, salt and sugar. Swapping cheese and beans on toast for eggs and tomato would cut fat and salt at breakfast, while a large salad with lunch would boost her 5-a-day. It would be good to add more veg and use less meat to…

A warm bath or shower 90 minutes before bedtime helps you get to sleep 10 minutes sooner, stay asleep longer and wake less during the night. It’s because our core body temperature impacts sleep. It naturally drops an hour before bedtime, then drops to its lowest during the night, before beginning to rise again to wake us up. Baths and showers encourage our bodies to send blood to our extremities – hands and feet – which lowers our body temperature, kick-starting that natural sleep-inducing process. Genius!…

£60 For Fenty highlighter and bronzer. I’m a make-up artist and could spend a fortune on products. £90 For a dressing gown from Marks & Spencer. It’s lovely and white, but it won’t last long with my fake tan. £1,000 On Jo Malone products. I bought three candles, include a supersized one, along with lots of fragrances and diffusers. £10,000 On furniture from House Of Sparkle for my new apartment. £30 On an eyeshadow palette. • Harry is Events Beauty Manager for Nars at Harrods. Follow @Mrharryderbidge…

So, why Deep Water? SINEAD: We couldn’t have Deep S**t (laughs). ANNA: The whole message is, “Be careful what you wish for”. My character, Lisa, is reaching a point in her life where she’s thinking, “Is this it?” She’s living with her dogs and a husband she hardly ever sees, and then she looks at her friend Kate’s life, and she’s envious of that. But Kate’s the kind of mother who makes you feel horrific because you think you can never live up to her standards. And then a child goes missing? ANNA: But it’s not a drama about a missing child… SINEAD: All isn’t what it seems. ANNA: And Kate has so many secrets; you will never guess. What was it like to film in the Lake District? ANNA:…

How come you’re doing this show? I’m hugely passionate about art and design, and interiors have always been massively exciting to me. It’s going to be a corker of a show! What do you love about interior design? I love the way you can change the feel of a home. I have an eclectic design style… I’m a neat freak, but I’m not into modern or clean lines. Our house is old and rickety and has a ton of character, so it’s all in keeping with that. I love colour and clashing prints, and lots of texture and plants. It’s a bit boho in places – I love finding furniture on eBay, or buying unusual accessories on Etsy. Where do you get your design inspiration from? Pinterest is a big…

She was snapped without her engagement ring just two days after announcing she was marrying on-off toyboy Kris Boyson – with insiders telling Closer that Jordan removed it following a blazing row over her decision to go out partying, leaving him to babysit her five children. The incident was followed by the airing of a separate argument between the couple on Jordan’s reality TV show My Crazy Life, where Kris, 29, refused the idea of fathering a child with Jordan, 41, until her divorce from third husband Kieran Hayler – from whom she split with last May – is finalised. Regular viewers will know this is a constant bone of contention between the pair. Speaking on the show, he told her, “You ain’t getting no kid until you’re divorced, that’s…

Their roller coaster romance has been one of reality TV’s most unstable partnerships, characterised by explosive rows and break-ups. And while Gemma Collins and James “Arg” Argent have seemingly got their relationship back on track, pals say he’s feeling so insecure he is plotting to propose to her, to stop her from straying. And sources say it’s his struggle with his body issues – as Gemma flaunts her new 3st weight-loss – that is driving his self-doubt. CONFIDENCE Gemma, 38, has been showcasing her new curves in sexy Instagram snaps, while Arg, 31 – who was told to lose 10st earlier this year after being warned he was on “death row” – was cruelly mocked last week after he stripped down to a pair of lycra swim shorts to begin…

‘I feel happy and strong at the moment’ Her love life has been in the headlines ever since she shot to fame on TOWIE in 2010, entertaining viewers with her on-off flame Mark Wright. But Lauren Goodger tells Closer her biggest romantic regret is her rocky relationship with criminal Joey Morrison. Lauren started dating Joey in late 2016, while he was behind bars for a string of drug offences. The pair split for good last summer – months before his release – amid reports he’d been messaging other women. WASTED YEARS Lauren says, “The ex was my biggest mistake. With my job, people don’t understand that being with someone in jail doesn’t look good. I wasted two years when I could have been dating. I wish I hadn’t waited for…

Anna, 27, from south London, turned to sex work after she was put on Universal Credit in January this year. She’s a single mum and has a seven-year-old son. She says, “I earn about £200 a week by having sex with around 15 men – they come round to my house when my son is at school. “I can’t believe my life has come to this, but I don’t feel I have a choice. I was a housekeeper, but I had to give up after I had my son as I couldn’t afford childcare. His dad pays me no maintenance. “It’s always been a struggle to make ends meet. But when Universal Credit came in, it was a nightmare. There is a five week payment delay, and I had nothing…

She’s been hailed as one of the best Islanders ever – loved by the public for her no-nonsense attitude, hilarious catchphrases and her unashamed openness about sex. And Maura Higgins says that she can’t believe A-listers Amy Schumer and Lena Dunham – who tweeted their praise for her – are fans of hers, and that she’s proud to be an advocate for women being candid about sex. She says, “Having Amy Schumer know who I am – I’m in shock over that! I love her to bits and I can’t get my head around it. I’m glad people liked me being open. We’re all human – I don’t see why women can’t talk about sex, but men can? When women talk about sex, we get slated for it and I…

He was praised for keeping a cool head in the villa and remaining calm during the arguments – but he also won over fans with his impressive hat collection. And Ovie Soko now tells Closer that he has over 40 hats, and that he’s delighted viewers noticed his trendy headwear. He says, “I love that people liked my hats. I have at least 40 – if you don’t have a good haircut, you have to cover [your hair] up. I could bring out a hat range, who knows?” The 6ft 7 basketball player, 28, charmed viewers with his handsome looks and mellow persona, reaching the final alongside love interest India Reynolds, also 28, despite them only being a couple for two weeks. And Ovie says he’s surprised and flattered by…

‘PEOPLE ARE MANIFESTING THEIR DISTRESS AT BREXIT WITH ATTACKS ON MEGHAN’ Her entrance into royal life has been rocky, to say the least. And Meghan Markle hasn’t escaped criticism or ridicule as she returns to duchess duties following the arrival of her son Archie in May. Last week, there was uproar when the edition of Vogue magazine she guest-edited hit the shelves, putting a spotlight on the women she admires, which failed to mention the Queen. Days later, she announced her collaboration with M&S, John Lewis and Jigsaw on a charity clothing line, but was slammed for focusing on “brand Meghan” rather than promoting the royal family’s work. And that wasn’t all. That same week, Meghan, 37, was front-page news when reports claimed the organic shawl in which she swaddled…

TV vet Julian Norton says, “It’s very rare for dogs to get holes in the heart. A dog with a heart murmur would need to be checked regularly by a vet and carefully observed by his owners to check for any changes – if the hole were to get bigger, the dog would experience shortness of breath and fainting. In these circumstances, owners would have to limit exercise and ensure their pet is at a healthy weight. Without these changes, the dog could collapse and go into heart failure. In Büdu’s case, he was monitored closely and the hole closed up by itself – he’s a very lucky pup.” • Julian appears in Big Week At The Zoo, coming soon to Channel 5…

‘It’s taken me years to love myself’ ACCEPT GROWING OLD – BUT NOT GREY HAIR “I used to get very worried about age. I was worried I’d get ill, I wouldn’t do anything, I’d look bad, there’d be no fun and I’d just sit at home alone in my slippers. But you know what? If you take care of yourself, you won’t even notice getting older. I’ve realised life actually gets better. I know what I like, I know how to take care of myself, I know how to be happy and feel my best. There’s a wisdom that comes with age that makes life a lot of fun. Saying that, I’m not sure I’m ready to embrace my grey hair yet, so I’ll keep dying it.” PRIORITISE HUMOUR AND…

MARNIE: ‘ I’m not under pressure to stay in shape’ She’s in her third trimester, and Marnie Simpson has been showing off her baby bump over the last few weeks, as she prepares for her baby boy’s arrival. The former Geordie Shore star, 27, has been dating X Factor singer Casey Johnson, 24, since 2017 – and the pair announced they were expecting a baby in April. They had a star-studded baby shower in May, where they revealed they were having a boy. Speaking about her pregnancy, Marnie – who has battled body dysmorphia – says she’s been dolling herself up a bit now that she’s gained weight. She said, “I just felt like a fat slob, but if I dress up I feel a little bit better. Normally I…

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JUDGING POP IDOL & POP STARS “I had a blast being a judge. Back then, it was more about the talent than the judges. I went shopping with my mum to buy outfits, and did my make-up in the bathroom. I’m not sure whether I’m newsworthy enough to be on the panel any more, but I’d love to do Britain’s Got Talent .” WORKING WITH THE STARS “I managed many artists and groups, and put bands together all the time. I saw Mel B and Geri Halliwell recently. And Rylan [Clark-Neal] still berates me for not putting him through to S Club Juniors! He always says, ‘I was the ginger fat kid and you turned me down!’” BODY CONFIDENCE “When I started out on TV, a female executive said to…

How much do you spend? My boyfriend Greg and I do our shopping monthly. We get all our meat from the butchers, freeze it and then defrost it as we go. It costs around £60. We’ll do a big shop at the supermarket for tinned goods and fresh veg, and spend around £70. Describe your daily diet… Breakfast is beans and cheese on toast, or maybe cereal. For lunch, I’ll get a salad with prawns and sour cream, or maybe a jacket potato with tuna. For tea, my boyfriend might make chicken with couscous or rice, a chilli, spaghetti Bolognese, a fillet steak with long-stem broccoli, sweet potato and a red wine sauce, or fajitas. At work they come round with biscuits for a sugar boost. I’m also terrible for…

ALL ABOUT YOU WHY YOU SHOULD TRY ‘FRIEND DATING’ Apps like Hey! Vina and Bumble BFF are designed to help people make meaningful friendships. Emma says to give it a go When my best friend died two years ago, I realised I didn’t have any close friends left. The business of life, raising kids and building my career meant I had lost touch with old pals, and stopped making new ones. It can feel embarrassing to admit you are friendless, but it’s actually normal; a study by a Dutch sociologist who tracked about a thousand people of all ages found that, on average, we lose half of our close network every seven years. Happily, these days, technology does the hard work for you when it comes to making new connections.…

Simon Gregson has played Corrie’s Steve McDonald for 30 years… How does Steve feel, hearing he might be Emma’s dad? It’s a step too far even for him! He can’t believe it; he hasn’t even thought about Fiona for so long. It’s a bit mind-blowing to think he has a 20-year-old daughter. Is he excited at the prospect? I think in all honesty he’s hoping it’s not the case. It’s like something from Lost Family; how do you process that information?! Is he worried about what Tracy might say? In reality, he should tell Tracy the news – it happened before he knew her. But of course he’ll go about it the wrong way and cause himself many problems!…

Rosalind Eleazar plays Kate, a character described as “odd and weird”. On filming a scene on the mountain side, when her character goes into the lake (in December) she tells us, “I did actually submerge myself completely underwater, for up to 10 seconds while the water settled. It was freezing, and I was in there over a period of about five hours – on and off – on a night shoot. Anna was looking after me, making sure I had towels. I was told the cold would take my breath away, but I was just like, ‘Oh my God, I can’t breathe; I need to get out!’”…

MUST READ Our Stop (LAURA JANE WILLIAMS) Nadia and Daniel get the 7.30am train every single day. But one morning, Nadia catches sight of a post in the daily paper – “To the cute girl with the coffee stains on her dress. I’m the guy who’s always standing near the doors… Drink sometime?” Will they manage to take the leap from fellow commuters to something more? A perfect summer read that will leave you grinning stupidly. BEST DAY OUT Thorpe Park Kick your summer into high gear with a trip to Thorpe Park. Dare you take on mega-thrill rides such as Nemesis Inferno, The Swarm, Colossus or the mighty Stealth? Or for those who’d prefer a less adrenaline-fulled summer, Thorpe Park has a beach! Yes, a full-on sandy beach, complete…

‘SHE NEVER MEANT TO HURT THE GIRLS AND IS UPSET EVERYTHING TURNED SOUR’ She snubbed the Spice Girls reunion tour earlier this year – noticeably failing to show up to even a single concert in support of her former bandmates. Her “no show” ruffled feathers, and led her frenemy Mel B to label Posh’s absence as “disappointing”, while just weeks later, Mel C reportedly branded her a “miserable cow” during a post-Pride gig. Her absence from the reunion tour followed the defiant stance she took in an interview five years ago, when she announced, “I won’t ever [perform with the Spice Girls] again.” So it came as a surprise last week when Mel B, 44, claimed that Posh, 45, now plans to reunite with the girls for a reported headline…

She recently came under fire for revealing the details of her extreme diet and workout regime, and last week worried critics were quick to lash out over Cheryl’s slimmed-down size 6 figure in new snaps she posted to Instagram. One commented, “Cheryl never needed to lose weight. She was already slim. Don’t lose any more.” Another likened her to a “Twiglet”, and one even compared her look to that of a heroin addict. Pals say the continual targeting of her weight by trolls is upsetting, and she’s grown tired of the constant criticism. SPECULATION A source says, “Cheryl’s sick of being targeted over her weight, and feels that there are huge double-standards going on – she says they wouldn’t be doing the same to an overweight star.” Cheryl, 36 –…

Jen & Justin’s reunion They insisted they’d parted ways “lovingly” and remained “best friends” when they announced their shock split last February, after secretly separating at the end of 2017. And after an emotional get-together last week following the death of their beloved dog, Dolly, Jennifer Aniston, 50, has told pals how comfortable she felt with ex Justin Theroux, 47. A source says, “Justin flew in from New York as soon as Jen called to tell him Dolly was going to be put to sleep – with the pair sobbing together at Jen’s LA home and spending time bonding over their ‘beautiful girl’. “Justin ended up staying at Jen’s, which brought back a lot of memories given it was the home they shared during their marriage, and Jen told pals…

Clinical psychologist Dr Abigael San says, “Sex work is not your only option if you find yourself in financial difficulty – there is help out there for you. It may sound like a simple and easy way to make money, but it is quite complex. People should proceed with caution as it can be psychologically damaging. You can get depressed and stop valuing yourself and feel degraded. You can get sucked in as the money can be good, and find yourself trapped.” If you are concerned about money, visit Citizensadvice.org. uk for help and information. And if you feel like you are being forced into sex work, visit Womensaid.org.uk or call 0808 2000 247…

They were among the favourites to win, despite being plagued during their time on the show by accusations that their relationship was “fake”, before then being hit with rumours they’d split just days after leaving the villa. But Molly-Mae Hague says that now she and boyfriend Tommy are out in the real world, they are going to prove to the critics just how loved-up they really are. Molly-Mae, 20, says, “I’ve been trying to work out why people said what they’ve said. This is the most real thing I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m just excited to prove everyone wrong.” Molly-Mae and Tommy, both 20, coupled up in the second week of the show, and were the longest-running couple on this series, leaving the villa as boyfriend and girlfriend.…

‘We needed to become friends again’ He may have found fame on reality TV, but Dan Osborne’s marriage to former EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa has seen more drama than their TV storylines combined. Most recently, Dan, 28, reportedly moved out of their family home following allegations he kissed 2018 Love Island star Alexandra Cane on a night out in March – claims he has vehemently denied. The couple, who married two years ago and share two daughters – Ella, four, and Mia, one – have had a tumultuous relationship since getting together in 2013. They have split and reunited on numerous occasions, with Dan facing multiple accusations of cheating – all of which he insists are untrue. TWITTER CLASH In May 2018, he was linked to former Love Island star…

‘ SHE’S A GOOD-LOOKING GIRL – BUT SURGERY WILL MAKE HER PRETTIER’ Mum-of-three Carla Bellucci acknowledges she’s a candidate for the most hated woman in Britain, after flaunting the nose job she got free from the NHS by lying about her mental health. But now she appears to have sunk to a new low… Her 14-year-old daughter Tanisha is desperate to be famous, and Carla is planning to get her cosmetic surgery, in the belief that it’s the only way to achieve fame. NECESSITY Shockingly, Carla – who also has two sons, Jermaine, 16, and Jayden, 12 – has opened a savings account for the treatments. She sees nothing wrong with her only daughter risking surgery, and is even suggesting that she needs a butt lift – a dangerous procedure…

‘It’s not the right time for more kids’ She’s often pictured oozing with confidence in her bikini on relaxing holidays, but Sam Faiers has admitted she has to work hard to keep in shape. The TOWIE star, 28 – who is a busy mum to Paul, three, and Rosie, one – reveals she works out three mornings a week, while her children are still asleep, to maintain her size 10 figure. “Everyone asks me, ‘How do you find the time to go to the gym when you’ve got two little ones?’ And the key is, you have to get up early,” she says. “I set my alarm for 5.30am, so I’m back home at 6.45am, when they’re not even awake yet. It’s the only way I can do it, as…

With Ferne’s journey as a single mother being in the spotlight thanks to her popular ITVBe show and 2.3 million Instagram followers, she is perfectly placed to share some thoughts on becoming a confident first-time mum… • “The confidence I have in my body comes from having the utmost respect for it. Growing a human being inside of you is insane.” • “I’ll be strict with things like finishing meals, because when I was a child my dad was quite strict, but not in a mean way. If kids have too many options, they can become a bit bratty.” • “Exercise has become my release – the one hour where I can totally focus on me, because you need that space as a new mum.” • “When you become a…

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GO VEGGIE YOU DON’T NEED MEAT TO MAKE A MEAL OF IT... TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI VEGGIE WRAPS SERVES 4 • 100g unsalted cashew nuts • 1tbsp almond milk • 300g Tenderstem broccoli •1/2 iceberg lettuce • 4 soft tortillas • 2tbsp fresh coriander • 100g reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled • 1-2 red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped • 2-4 spring onions, finely chopped • Lime wedges, to serve STEP 1 Place the cashews in a bowl, cover with cold water and soak for at least 10 mins. Drain, then tip into a blender. Add the almond milk and blend for 5 mins or until completely smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl. STEP 2 Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Add the Tenderstem broccoli and cook for 5 mins…

Last summer’s heatwaves led to 863 excess deaths, many of them elderly people. We’re terrible at looking after our older people, and we need to do better. It doesn’t just have to be family members – look out for elderly neighbours, too. OFFER TO HELP Older people often don’t want to admit they need help, and we worry we’re interfering. But on hot days, just pop by and say, “It’s hot, isn’t it? Do you have enough shade and water? Would you like to borrow a fan?” The elderly often have pre-existing conditions, making them susceptible to dehydration. Their temperature regulation is not so good – that’s why they bundle themselves up, even when it’s boiling. My grandfather would never be seen without a tie and a jacket – he…

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