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Bring on the new ventilators... but who is going to operate them, asks Dr MARTIN SCURR

DR MARTIN SCURR: Yet another sign of the impact the Covid-19 crisis has had on us is how much talk there is, even among the public, about the number of ventilators at the NHS's disposal.




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Strictly Come Dancing: Bonnie Langford tipped for judging panel

Bonnie - whose showbiz career spans four decades, has made the shortlist drawn up over the past week after Darcey Bussell, an ex-Royal Ballet principal dancer, revealed she's leaving.




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Stacey Dooley keeps things casual in a grey co-ord tracksuit as she enjoys relaxed stroll with a pal

The TV personality, 33, looked relaxed as she enjoyed an outing with a friend to walk around Notting Hill, London, on Wednesday.




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Tess Daly cosies up to husband Vernon Kay at the launch of her homeware range 

She's been married to her husband, fellow TV presenter Vernon Kay since 2013.




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Strictly's AJ Pritchard puts on a cosy display with girlfriend Abbie Quinnen

The pro, 25, proudly supported the cause in a Sport Relief T-shirt as he left the studio with dancer Abbie, 22, who proudly displayed her washboard stomach in a black silk crop top.




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Stacey Dooley reveals she's been too busy to go to Buckingham Palace and collect her MBE

TALK OF THE TOWN: The 33-year-old documentary maker and Strictly Come Dancing winner was awarded her gong in 2018 for services to broadcasting.




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James Jordan slams those still socialising amid coronavirus crisis as 'murderers'

A follower replied, explaining that she had to go to a pub to work and earn money for her family, prompting James to tell her to 'worry about finances after it's all over.' 




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Alex Scott and Katya Jones opt for laid back looks on outing in London

The footballer, 35, and the professional dancer, 30, both cut casual figures as they bought a takeout meal on their outing on Saturday.




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Piers Morgan slams 'tone deaf' Seann Walsh

Piers Morgan has urged 'tone deaf' comedian Seann Walsh to 'shut the f*** up' as he continues to blame his fling with Strictly's Katya Jones for 'ruining his career'.




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Stacey Dooley claims she resisted falling victim to Strictly's love curse with Kevin Clifton

Strictly Come Dancing is just as famous for its love curse as it is the Cha-cha-cha.




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Love Island's Amy Hart 'BEGS Strictly Come Dancing bosses to let her join the show'

The Love Island star, 27, has reportedly begged Strictly Come Dancing to let her join the show as it's said he next series of Strictly could be jeopardy thanks to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Strictly's Oti Mabuse and Karen Hauer reveal they had 'no idea' about AJ Pritchard's plans to quit

AJ, 25, announced last week that he was walking away from the hit BBC ballroom show after almost four years, as he revealed plans to embark on a TV hosting career alongside his brother, Curtis, 24.




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Debbie McGee shares poignant tribute to her late husband Paul Daniels

The Strictly Come Dancing star, 61, posted a snap of Paul during a romantic holiday, telling followers that despite 'missing him every day,' she's still thankful to have had him in her life.




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Strictly's Emma Weymouth supported by co-stars after father-in-law's death from coronavirus

The socialite, 34, has broken her silence over her father-in-law Alexander Thynn's death from coronavirus on her Instagram account on Sunday.




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Strictly's Shirley Ballas says bosses have found replacements for AJ Pritchard and Kevin Clifton

On Monday's This Morning, the choreographer, 59, said that while bosses were reportedly left blindsided by their exits, two 'great' dancers have been called in to fill their shoes.




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James Jordan cradles baby daughter Ella during UK lockdown

Taking to Instagram, the former Strictly Come Dancing star, 41, shared a snap of himself cradling his baby daughter, six weeks after wife Ola gave birth.




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Claudia Winkleman appeals for help as her long fringe covers her eyes amid lockdown

The Strictly Come Dancing presenter, 48, admitted she's struggling to maintain her statement look as her fringe has grown amid the UK's coronavirus lockdown in a clip shared on Wednesday.




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Ola Jordan, 37, shares snap of husband James and daughter on his 42nd birthday

She added a caption on the sweet snap reading: 'Life is so precious and should be treasured. I treasure every moment with you. Happy Birthday baby'




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Claudia Winkleman bizzarely compares herself to Meat Loaf whilst in isolation

The star, 48, admitted she does not have mirrors in her house, and therefore could not even recognise over own reflection on a zoom call




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Strictly bosses assess contingency plans for upcoming series amid corona pandemic

Despite reports claiming one option was to keep the celebrity and dance professionals in isolation together, insiders insisted this was not plausible




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Piers Morgan likens Strictly cast to a CULT as he rips into 'dancing couples in ISOLATION' plan

During Wednesday's instalment of Good Morning Britain, the presenter, 55, laid into those who have appeared on Strictly (which includes co-host Susanna Reid, 49)




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Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton give a glimpse into their flat while they isolate together  

Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton gave a rare glimpse into their home life when she appeared on Saturday Brunch, with the dancing pro gatecrashing her video call.




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Strictly bosses 'consider double eliminations if coronavirus pandemic forces delayed start date' 

An insider has told The Sun that Strictly producers are considering changes to the format including double eliminations if the 2020 series is forced to have a delayed start date. 




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Strictly Come Dancing set to air three-part special from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's homes

While bosses scramble to make sure another series of the show can still go ahead, they are planning a trip down memory lane to look back at some of the series' best moments.




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James Jordan is every inch the doting father as he cradles his 'munchkin' daughter Ella

The former Strictly Come Dancing star, 42, shared a sweet Instagram snap of himself cradling his 'munchkin' baby daughter Ella on Sunday, while wife Ola, 37, later shared an image of their smiling tot.




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Artem Chigvintsev says he was forced to miss a baby scan with Nikki Bella amid COVID-19 restrictions

The former Strictly Come Dancing star, 37, revealed he was forced to miss a baby scan with fiancée Nikki Bella due to COVID-19 restrictions.




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Ola Jordan enjoys a rare outing with baby Ella and husband James on a family stroll during lockdown

It has been a tense time for the family as James Jordan's father battles COVID-19. Yet Ola, 42, and her husband, 37, were able to make the most of things on Monday as they headed out on a stroll.




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Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova displays her lithe physique

The Strictly Come Dancing professional appeared to be dreaming of sunnier climes on Wednesday as she shared her latest social media update.




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Katya Jones admits she had a serious complaint from her next door neighbour

The Strictly dancer admitted she had to agree to do things differently after her upset neighbour knocked on her door in desperation.




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James Jordan reveals he and wife Ola had to rush baby daughter Ella to hospital

The former Strictly Come Dancing stars, who welcomed the tot in February, went to A&E on Tuesday after noticing Ella appeared to be finding it difficult to breath.




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Stacey Dooley hints she was originally planned to partner up with AJ Pritchard on Strictly

The broadcaster, 33,hinted she was originally planned to be paired up with AJ, 25, during her winning stint on the 2018 edition of Strictly Come Dancing during a discussion on Kevin's podcast,




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Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg take fans back in time as they dress up for 80s inspired aerobics class

The Strictly Come Dancing professional pulled on spandex shorts and a curly wig complete with a vibrant pink hairband as she got into character for the high-energy, aerobics based class.




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Reverend Richard Coles makes emotional radio tribute to sister-in-law who died from coronavirus

Reverend Richard Coles today invoked the Queen's 'we will meet again' message as he read out a touching tribute to his sister-in-law Louise Coles after her death from coronavirus.




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Strictly's Kevin Clifton claims he begged bosses to be paired with Stacey Dooley

The dancer, 37, admitted he called in a favour with one of Strictly's choreographers to be paired up with Stacey, 33. The pair went onto be crowned series champions in 2018.




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Strictly's Karen Hauer flaunts her washboard abs in gruelling workout video

The dance pro, 37, showed off her jaw-dropping physique in skimpy black sportswear as she worked up a sweat on the cross trainer in her garden.




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OLIVER HOLT: It's good that Scotland is heading in the right direction... now everyone must step up

OLIVER HOLT - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: Two years ago, the NFL made a change to its rules. 'It is a foul if a player lowers his head to initiate and make contact with his helmet against an opponent.'




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Sacking Solskjaer is not Manchester Utd's answer... Ed Woodward must take the blame

OLIVER HOLT - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: They sold Solskjaer's best goalscorer to Inter. They loaned his best defender to Roma. His best midfielder rarely plays. It's time for Ed Woodward to explain.




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Greed of the elite is like a boa constrictor that squeezes the life out of England's small clubs

OLIVER HOLT: Andy Holt, the owner of Accrington Stanley has accused big clubs of being like a boa constrictor, squeezing the life out of the teams in the lower leagues of English football.




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The Premier League's plan to create a Hall of Fame is just a gimmicky rip-off of a bad American idea

OLIVER HOLT - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: So the Premier League is planning a Hall of Fame. There is no news yet on how much it is going to cost to get in or where it's going to be situated.




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OLIVER HOLT: Bullying, patronising and begging... Don't blame players, blame greedy owners

OLIVER HOLT: And so, after all the years of taking, when the nation was plunged into a crisis and football's rainy day came, Premier League's billionaire owners had a simple message for us.




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England STILL plan for Six Nations finale in Rome, despite Ireland calling off match with Italy 

Officials at the RFU and the Italian Rugby Federation have expressed confidence that Eddie Jones’ side will be able to finish their campaign as planned at the Stadio Olimpico on March 14. 




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George Kruis unsure about his England future as he weighs up lucrative Japan move

George Kruis knows he has a crucial decision to make in the next few weeks - stay at Saracens and remain in contention for England selection or accept a lucrative offer from Japan.




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Wales love nothing more than beating England at Twickenham prior to Six Nations clash

EXCLUSIVE BY WILL KELLEHER: Welsh victories at Twickenham are rare but much-celebrated occasions. Sportsmail spoke to those involved in the most recent triumphs.




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MIKE BROWN: Eddie Jones turned us into dragon slayers with a black A4 tactics folder

MIKE BROWN: Slay the Dragon was our theme of the week for Eddie Jones' first game against Wales. At our Monday meeting, all of the players were given a black A4 folder filled with tactical instructions.




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Mako Vunipola and Anthony Watson in contention for England's Six Nations clash with Wales

Prop Vunipola had returned with injured brother Billy to Tonga for a family emergency, but was on Monday included in a 34-man group for the Welsh match. Vunipola's return is a timely boost.




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England prop Mako Vunipola ruled OUT of Six Nations clash with Wales

England prop Mako Vunipola is set to miss the rest of the Six Nations after going into self-isolation because of coronavirus fears. 




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England centre Manu Tuilagi is out to check the Welsh in Six Nations clash

Manu Tuilagi is England's master of destruction on the pitch - and he is building an equally fierce reputation on the chess board.




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Mako Vunipola cleared to train with Saracens despite England's coronavirus fears

Mako Vunipola has been cleared to train with Saracens despite being stood down by England due to fears surrounding the coronavirus. 




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ITV and BBC abandon plans to send broadcasting teams to Italy vs England in Six Nations

EXCLUSIVE BY CHRIS FOY: Coronavirus fears have prompted ITV to abandon plans to send commentators and pundits out to Rome for England's game against Italy on March 14.




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England's final Six Nations clash with Italy in Rome postponed

In a bid to contain the coronavirus outbreak in the country, there was an announcement that all sporting events in Italy will be suspended for 30 days, unless played behind closed doors.