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A HOMEOWNER is considering taking legal action to try to get a skip shifted off his drive.
Peter Critchley paid £200 to hire the skip from Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre, in Longport, “for a day”, he says.
But more than month later it remains stuck on his Norton driveway.
It comes as Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre has had its general waste permit suspended by the Environment Agency since April.
Peter, 42, StokeonTrentLive: “We were just having a good clear out. We were getting some stuff out of our old wardrobes and having a good spring clean.
“We found we actually had quite a bit to get rid of so we hired a skip for the weekend.
“We literally only needed it for the day because everything was already in the back garden, ready to go.
“I rang them to pick it up and they said ‘Yeah no problem’.
“It didn’t happen that day, but I thought, ‘Oh fair enough, the weekend’s coming up. It’ll be Monday or Tuesday’.
“And then I just heard nothing.”
Peter struggles to walk due to a neurological disorder. He says the situation has taken a physical and financial toll on his everyday life.
“It’s been an absolute nightmare,” he explained. “I can’t walk very far so I need my drive.
“I can’t plug in my electric car. I’m having to pay four times as much to charge it at a public charging point.
“Some days now I’m having to get my wheelchair out just to get up my drive.
“But I should be able to just get out of my car and walk into my own house without having to do that.
“It’s just an absolute joke. I am looking into whether it’s worth getting solicitors involved. Because the cost is just ridiculous.
“I’ve paid £200 to have a skip for a day and now I’m having to fork out £20 a week extra recharging my car. How am I going to get reimbursed for all this.”
Its website states: “There may be delays in skip collections until further notice.
“We kindly ask that customers continue to work with us for skip collections, as arranging alternative disposal or third-party operators may lead to complications, including potential legal ramifications.
“Your patience and cooperation during this time is greatly appreciated and we are committed to restoring full operations as soon as possible while ensuring compliance with all regulations.”
An Environment Agency spokesman said: “Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre is storing more waste than is authorised by the conditions of its environmental permit and in a manner that poses a serious risk of pollution.
“We have therefore suspended one of the company’s two environmental permits and are taking action to encourage the company to keep the amount of waste it stores within acceptable limits.”
The Sun has approached Staffordshire Waste Recycling Centre for comment.
A NEW skirt has just hit the shelves in Dunnes Stores – it’s ideal for festivals and costs just €25.
The Savida Arti Ruffle Mini Skirt has just become available both online and in shops around the country.
It’s a cute piece that’s ideal for pairing with some chunky boots and a small tee for a festival look.
The skirt can also be dressed up by adding some kitten heels and a blazer for more formal attire.
The white skirt features four ruffles and a thick black waistband that’s extra flattering.
The band is also elasticated to hug your figure and there’s a cute bow tie detail.
The skirt is priced at just €25 and can be found in sizes XXS up to XXL.
And luckily, all sizes are still available online.
Fashion bosses called the item “feminine”.
An official description of the item reads: “This tiered mini skirt is designed with delicate lace trims that offer a feminine touch.
“A contrasting elasticated waistband with an adjustable drawstring ensures a comfortable fit, while bringing a relaxed feel to the piece.
“Savida is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”
This isn’t the only dream festival item up for grabs from the major retailer.
A new sequin top that’s perfect for Electric Picnic has just been released.
The new Savida sequin vest top is up for grabs for €30.
It can be found in sizes XXS up to XXL, although XXL is sold out online.
Designers hailed the item as “classic”.
According to the retailer: “This vest top is designed with all-over, dazzling sequins, and a silky satin lining that ensures maximum comfort.
“Featuring a classic round neckline and structured seam detailing, pair it with the matching skirt to create an eye-catching and on-trend ensemble.
“Savida is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”
And there’s a matching skirt available in the same sequined design.
The skirt is priced at €30 and can be found in sizes XXS up to XXL.
DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit.
Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland’s first ‘shopping frenzy’.
During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne’s ‘Better Value’ bargains.
Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 – starting with apples and oranges.
The retailer said: “Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town.
“Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong.
“Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas.”
The retailer’s first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960.
They added: “In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed.
“Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England.”
Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
A MAJOR brand could bring back a discontinued model which appeared in an iconic James Bond scene.
Citroen is biding its time over whether to bring back the iconic retro 2CV.
It earned its stripes as a French economy car and is recognised for revitalising post-war France.
The 2CV was nicknamed Deux Chevaux, translating to “two horses” referring to its tax horsepower rating.
The 2CV featured in the James Bond movie For Your Eyes Only in a scene where Bond jumps into the passenger seat of co-star Melina Havelock’s yellow car, heading off the twisty mountain roads, while Hector Gonzalez’s men give chase in a pair of Peugeot 504 sedans.
Bond eventually takes the wheel and the car enjoys a bone-rattling climax that sees it hurtling through olive trees.
He then crisscrosses the road, before jumping over a pursuing Peugeot and bumping its offside-rear wheel on the sedan’s roof.
The scene was filmed in Corfu over 12 days and the car was one of several 2CVs used in the filming.
While four are known to have survived filming, at least two were scrapped when production ended.
“We have a very, very strong heritage, one of the richest in the car industry,” then-Citroen boss Thierry Koskas told Auto Express.
“We have the 2CV, the Traction Avant, the DS: amazing cars known all over the world.
“I absolutely agree that one of the big strengths of European brands is their heritage.
“On the product side, we are not taking it as a general direction to do retro design.
“But I do not exclude that maybe we study and [have] some exploration, we are open to look at that.
“But at Citroen you will not see all the future cars reminding you of previous models.
“You will have people that value a design that is close to a car they used to love in the past. This is the debate.
“But there have been successes and failures in [automotive] revivals.
“Some fail because [companies] don’t position the car properly, they seem retro but aren’t really, or customers don’t really like the car or recognise their love story.
“So if we were to do it, we would have to be very, very careful and cautious about how we did it.”
STEPHEN BUNTING is going global as he tries to prove his Premier League flop was a one-off.
The Bullet, 40, picked up a second World Series of Darts title this year on Saturday night as he beat Rob Cross 8-4 in the final in Copenhagen.
Bunting, ranked fourth in the world, slept with the Nordic Darts Masters trophy in his hotel room before catching a flight home to the UK.
The 40-year-old channelled his inner-Lionel Messi as he posted a cheeky topless snap of him cuddling up with the gong – just like rival Luke Littler.
He wrote on X: “Good morning Copenhagen! What a great feeling waking up along side this beauty.”
Bunting’s performances were a contrast to the misery he had endured during the 17-week Prem where he suffered 12 first-round losses.
Finishing bottom of the eight-man table would have rocked the confidence of lesser men.
But the St Helens thrower – whose ‘Bunting Mental’ shtick is growing around the world – has always believed he can cope with the elite in knockout events.
Trips to New York, Poland, Australia and New Zealand this summer could consolidate his position at the top of the rankings for this invitational series.
He said: “Listen, in the Premier League, you’re playing the best players in the world.
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“For whatever reason, it just didn’t happen for me. I said to my management and family, I won’t lose heart. I still believe.
“I put in some really good performances. Unfortunately it wasn’t to be.
“It was a long time since I had been in the Premier League, 10 years in fact, and it was like going back to a new school this year. I was proud of myself towards the end.
“I have shown how good I can be, especially on the World Series.
“I believe I am consistent. My doubles have let me down in the last two months.
“Sometimes I have to pinch myself. I know how good I can be. It’s dog-eat-dog out there. I’m glad to be up there in the rankings.
“These aren’t ranked tournaments. I will take these wins. It’s all about gaining confidence, it’s like a snowball effect.
“Hopefully this can rub off in the likes of the World Matchplay and other ProTours. I am looking forward to the rest of the season.
“When I went out in the arena, I saw the scarves, the shirts, the ‘Bunting Mental’ hats and cheers and chants.
“It was a great venue. The crowd rooted for me and got me through my games.”
ISRAEL’S military has been ordered to do “whatever it takes” to stop Greta Thunberg’s boat from reaching Gaza.
The 22-year-old climate activist is among 12 people aboard the Madleen, which departed Sicily last Sunday under the banner of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.
The group says its mission is to break Israel’s long-standing sea blockade and deliver urgent aid to the war-torn enclave.
But Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant issued a blunt warning as the vessel entered the final stretch of its journey: “You should turn back – because you will not reach Gaza.”
In a post on X, Gallant said he had given the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) a green light to intervene: “I have instructed the IDF to act so that the ‘Madeleine’ hate flotilla does not reach the shores of Gaza – and to take any means necessary to that end.
“To the anti-Semitic Greta and her fellow Hamas propaganda spokespeople, I say clearly: You should turn back – because you will not reach Gaza.
“Israel will act against any attempt to break the blockade or assist terrorist organizations – at sea, in the air and on land.”
Alongside Thunberg is Rima Hassan, a French member of the European parliament of Palestinian descent.
She has previously been barred from entering Israel due to her outspoken criticism of the country’s policies towards Palestinians.
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LIDL Ireland has unveiled its new range of budget-friendly Father’s Day presents – and they have so many options.
Scrap those “World’s Best Dad” mugs and golf balls, these budget-friendly Father’s Day buys are sure to be a winner.
The first item in the range is a practical yet stylish item, bound to be a popular accessory for any man – and it comes in four different colours.
The Auriol Men’s Watch & Jewellery Set is priced at €9.99, featuring a gorgeous metal casing with a classic steel-link strap.
And the silver band remains consistent while the clock face displays the different colours, which are black, green, blue and yellow.
The product description reveals that the watch is water-resistant to 5 bar.
Moving on, for dads who love their whiskey, the Livarno Home Whiskey Set for just €9.99 is a must-have.
The set includes two whiskey glasses, eight granite rocks, one whiskey rock pouch, and a storage box, which are handy for keeping it safe while travelling.
Each glass has a capacity of 300ml.
For fathers who are into carpentry and cooking, the Parkside 4V Cordless Screwdriver Set with BBQ Accessories for €22.99 is the perfect gift.
The screwdriver comes with a 15-piece bit set with standard screwhead profiles plus a bit extension, with a no-load rotation speed of 200rpm.
And it comes with a 1500mAh battery, ensuring it will last long enough for carpentry work.
It also comes with BBQ attachments, including the blower, corkscrew, salt and pepper mill, providing more use in the kitchen and with your BBQ.
For those who are willing to spend extra money on their fathers, Lidl Ireland has two fabulous items that are the perfect options.
The Grillmeister 4 Burner Gas Barbecue is priced at €299.99.
The barbecue comes with four cooking areas and a warming rack, it also features a steak BBQ area with a powerful infrared side burner – perfect for making grilled steak.
It comes with precise temperature control dials with a rubberised grip.
The product comes with a three-year guarantee.
Lastly, the Philips 55″ UHD 4k TV is perfect for fathers who love watching shows or the match on the screen – and it’s priced at €379.99 while the retail price is at €479.
It provides DOLBY Atmos sound, ultra-sharp visuals and it’s also fantastic for gaming – and it works with Alexa and Google Voice Assistant.
The range also offers small bits including t-shirts, boxers and socks, with prices starting from €5.99.
And it’s now available for purchase in all stores nationwide.
LIDL first opened in Germany in 1973.
Back then, it employed just three people, stocking 500 product lines.
The first Irish store, located just off Molesworth Street in Dublin, was opened in 1999.
This was Lidl’s first entry into the Irish grocery market.
Then, Lidl opened more stores in 2000, in Limerick, Letterkenny, Mullingar, Athlone, Cavan, Ballinasloe and Portlaoise.
Now, the retailer has over 180 stores and three distribution centres, employing over 6,000 people.
They work with a network of more than 260 Irish suppliers from the communities they operate in.
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