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DEAR DEIDRE: MY stuck-in-the-mud husband is refusing an open marriage – so I’m forced to have bisexual affairs.

I’ve always been attracted to both men and women. In fact, my first relationship was with a girl I met at college. We’d skip class to go back to her flat for an afternoon of slow, sensual sex.

When that relationship ended, I had a few flings with men and women, then I met my husband in a pub.

I’m 29, he’s 38. On our first date I told him I was bisexual. He was fine with it, which gave me the impression he was open-minded.

Our relationship moved quickly and we got married after a year.

I always thought our sex life would get kinkier and more exciting, but it hasn’t turned out that way. If anything, getting married has killed the spark.

Instead of coming to bed with me, he began staying up late, playing on his PlayStation.

Upstairs, alone and frustrated, I turned to casual-sex sites for company. I started secretly sexting other women and soon I was meeting them for dates.

I’ve now had several affairs with women — from one-night stands to longer flings — and every encounter has proved to me that I can’t keep denying my bisexuality.

I finally told my husband I wanted an open marriage. I thought he’d be keen.

After all, he’d have the freedom to enjoy other people, too. And some excitement outside the marriage might spark things up at home.

But he’s refusing to even think about the idea.

DEIDRE SAYS: Regardless of your sexual orientation, seeing other partners on the side is cheating.

I can see why you felt hurt by his lack of interest, but the person you should have talked to was him, not sexy strangers online.

Even though you were open about being bisexual, it seems your husband thought he was committing to a monogamous relationship.

And while an open marriage might satisfy your sexual needs, it won’t magically improve things with your husband.

I’m sending you my support pack Non Monogamy to read together.

You’ll see that for open marriages to work, both partners need to be secure in the relationship, excellent communicators and able to completely trust each other.

You’re not ticking all those boxes so far.

If you value your marriage, stop cheating and start talking to him. My support pack Cheating – Can You Get Over It? will help.

You can’t force your husband to open up your marriage, and if he still refuses to consider it, your choices are: Work on your sexual relationship together, or call it a day.

WIFE HAS BANNED SEX FOR EVER

DEAR DEIDRE: AFTER 28 years of ever-decreasing sex, my wife has announced she has “done her duty” and that we won’t be making love any more.

I’m 63, she’s 57 and we have two grown-up children.

Our sex life has always been unfulfilling. I’ve only ever been allowed to make love to her once a month.

It always followed the same routine: She’d come out of the bathroom naked and lie on her back with her eyes shut. I’d get on top of her, and we’d have sex in silence.

Then she would put her pyjamas back on and we’d both go to sleep.
I foolishly hoped it would improve, but it only got worse.

The sessions dwindled to once every six weeks, then every three months, and now nothing.

We’ve had many happy years together, but if I ever went anywhere near her, or even wanted a kiss, she would make me feel like a sex pest.

I’d never be unfaithful to her, but I feel like she cheated me.

A few years ago she finally confessed that she loved me but she hated sex.

She hadn’t admitted this from the start because she’d been worried I wouldn’t marry her.

I still love her, but now I’m trapped in a sexless marriage with no hope of it ever getting better.

DEIDRE SAYS: There are many possible reasons why your wife dislikes sex.

She might be asexual and feel no sexual attraction at all. She might have suffered trauma or abuse in her past, even in her childhood. She may have had a very strict upbringing where sex was seen as “dirty”.

Or she may just not have discovered her own sexuality.

All these things can be explored and improved in sex therapy. The College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (cosrt.org.uk, 020 8106 9635) can provide you with details of how to access sex therapy near you, or online.‬‬

I’m also sending you two support packs that will help.
Afraid To Have Sex? is written for women, and their partners, who have issues with their sexuality.

It includes exercises women can use to unlock their own desires. If you read this together, it might help you both to understand your wife’s reluctance.

And Reviving A Woman’s Sex Drive gives advice and explains non-threatening, gentle exercises you can do together.

FAMILY FORUM

DEAR DEIDRE: FOR years my in-laws have been trying to break up my marriage. Now the stress of it is making my husband ill.

We’re both in our 50s and we have a grown-up son.

The trouble started 18 years ago when we got engaged. Instead of being happy for us, his mother began spreading lies to convince everyone I was only after his money.

Eventually my husband cut off all contact with her. We didn’t speak to her for years.

When our son was born we called a truce so she could see her grandchild.

Years passed and we all seemed to be getting along quite happily. I thought the bad times were over. Now they’re back with a vengeance.

My father-in-law’s health has declined recently, so my mother-in-law has decided my husband should move back to their house – 150 miles away – and become their live-in carer.

They’ve even turned the garage into a bedroom for him. Naturally it only has a single bed.

He is refusing, but my mother-in-law is ramping up the pressure, even threatening to cut my husband out of their will unless he does what he’s told.

My husband works a demanding full-time job. This added stress is giving him dangerously high blood pressure and panic attacks.

DEIDRE SAYS: Family problems can be stressful, but you can support each other through this.

I suspect your mother-in-law has been holding a grudge for many years because your husband chose you over her.

It probably made her see you as a threat. In her mind, you’re not a daughter-in-law, you’re a rival.

Now she’s using emotional blackmail to try to get him back home where she feels he belongs. A lot of her behaviour is abusive.

Your husband was able to cut his parents off before and it might be that he has to do that again for the sake of his health.

I know it may not be easy for him to contemplate, but he’ll probably find his life is more peaceful as a result.

Have a look at Stand Alone (standalone.org.uk), a charity that supports those estranged from their families.

A FAMOUS bagels shop aims to make extra dough — by charging customers £145 for a branded jacket.

Beigel Bake hopes loyal fans will find the limited edition gear as much to their taste as the food products.

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The East London outlet’s embroidered graphic jackets, made with recycled materials, are part of an online range with £50 T-shirts and tote bags for £5.

It says: “Like our beigels, we take pride in providing the best quality garments.”

Some customers praised the idea but one wrote: “It’s cool, but it’s not worth spending that much money for.”

The Brick Lane takeaway was opened in 1974 by Israeli expat brothers Asher and Sammy Cohen.

Asher’s son Daniel now runs it and it makes 3,000 filled bagels a day.

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IT looks like boom and gloom for actress Vicky McClure as she appears in explosive new scenes.

She was knocked down in a blast during filming for ITV’s Trigger Point — sparking fears it’s the end for her police bomb squad character.

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Production on the third series of the drama began this month with Vicky, 41, on set in London.

But fans may have to wait a while before things go up in smoke.

The newest installment is slated for a January 2026 release date – though viewers will be hoping to get in on the action sooner.

Earlier this week ITV gave an update on the show’s latest series.

Vicky will be, once again, reprising her role as Expo Lana Washington for the six-part series.

Also returning to the hit show will be cast members Eric Shango, Nabil Elouahabi, Natalie Simpson and Maanuv Thiara.

The third series will also feature Jamestown’s Jason Flemyng as a guest star.

Comprising of six episodes, viewers will see Lana and her team investigate a bomb threat that soon reveals itself to be the start of a sinister vendetta.

Very soon they learn that someone is targeting individuals and demanding revenge.

Working alongside the Police Counterterrorism Unit, the Bomb Disposal Squad race against time to find the bomber before they claim their next victim.

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SIR Keir Starmer’s foreign plane trips in the first three months of him being Prime Minister cost taxpayers almost £700,000.

It is £161,000 more than the combined bill his predecessors Rishi Sunak, Boris Johnson and Liz Truss ran up in their equivalent periods.

And he has spent more time abroad in his first six months than any of them in their early months when they were PM.

The analysis of Government records by the Mail on Sunday comes after the Labour leader’s trips earned him the nickname Never Here Keir.

Luke Tryl, of polling company More In Common, said the PM “hasn’t done a good job of explaining why his trips benefit people at home”.

Government records state his trips include one to New York at £236,020.

Others include visits to Rome, Dublin and Berlin, and to Paris and Washington.

He was also accompanied on a flight to Berlin to see the Euro 2024 final.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s flights cost over £900,000 from July to September, in line with his predecessors.

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VALENTINE’S DAY can be a date for disaster, with thousands buying the person they love unromantic gifts.

Relationship expert Rebecca Dakin said: “While many of us love a sense of humour and to be laughed into bed, it’s also important not to forget romance, too. So try to strike a balance when buying a present for your Valentine.”

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Here, Rebecca reveals her choice of gifts to avoid this year – along with those that are so bad they are almost good!

Willy egg

“HOW do you like your eggs in the morning?” used to be a corny chat-up line.

How about air-fried in the shape of a man’s private parts? This willy egg fryer is £5.99 from firebox.com.

Underwear

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YOU could easily strike a bum note by putting the wrong customised message on lingerie – so choose your words carefully!

This £4.99 set is from etsy.com.

Mug

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Nothing says romance less than giving your lover a £5.19 stainless steel mug from Temu with the words, “Couples that fart together, stay together”.

Loo roll

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A Valentine’s message that includes the poop emoji on a £7.99 loo roll from Amazon might wipe a lot more than the smile off your partner’s face.

Ironing cover

Every couple has to iron out problems, but a £15.99 Happy Valentine Day ironing board cover from Amazon might cause an extra one.

The exception is if they’ve been dropping hints for one – otherwise steer clear of any gift that screams “household chores”.

Spoon

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TALK about causing a stir.

A wooden spoon etched with, “All I got for Valentine’s was this” might make some chuckle, but it could land you in trouble – £5.99 from amazon.co.uk.

Steak hearts

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Everyone wants to give their heart away at Valentine’s – but not necessarily in the form of a steak.

This selection is £21 from Japanese butcher Kikuk Takahashi.

Pork pie

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THEY say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach – but unless he’s a pork pie fan, you might want to avoid this – £8.50, Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe.

Pants

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THIS pair of boxer shorts (£21.24 from firebox.com) can be personalised to feature you hugging your chap’s bulge. Which, quite frankly, is a load of old pants.

Fork

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Gifting £4.99 cutlery from Amazon engraved with the words, “I forking love you” might make the table talk on Valentine’s Day somewhat awkward.

KATE Moss proves she’s a true wrap star as she models for one of her favourite designers.

The 51-year-old looks super-chic against a wall in a white wrap gown from Donna Karan’s 2025 spring/summer collection.

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In another photo from the range, launched yesterday, she is seen in a nude skirt, off-the-shoulder jumper and heels.

Kate said Donna “has always been about effortless glamour and luxury with a little bit of an edge”.

Kate turned back the years as she hit the town to celebrate her 51st birthday last month.

The newly single catwalk legend was accompanied by many of the old gang from her 1990s heyday, as well as her model daughter Lila.

Kate is said to have wanted a big bash following her split last month from Count Nikolai von Bismarck, 37, after nine years of dating.

She forked out thousands on a suite in the Dorchester in central London, and hired a private dining room at the hotel’s luxury restaurant China Tang.

On the VIP guest list were some of her closest friends, including actress Sadie Frost, 59, plus fashion designers Stella McCartney and Jade Jagger, both 53.

The night out evoked memories of her legendary parties from decades ago.

Now a mother of one, she was joined at China Tang by Lila, 22, her equally glamorous daughter with ex Jefferson Hack.

Keen to keep the party going, Kate wrapped up in a faux fur jacket and headed to West London with her famous pals.

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A FEMALE cop has been sacked after drunkenly groping two male colleagues on a boozy night out at Wetherspoons.

PC Tia Johnson-Warne, in her 20s, grabbed PC A above the knee and moved her hand up his thigh, a tribunal heard.

When he moved away, she sent a text ­asking, “don’t you want to f**k me?” and an intimate picture, it was said.

Later, she rubbed her hand over the crotch of PC B for around 20 ­seconds in the pub at Ryde, Isle of Wight.

The Hampshire officer, whose then-cop boyfriend was also in the pub, was found guilty of gross misconduct but cleared of another grope on PC A.

She was put on the College of Policing Barred List at the hearing in Eastleigh.

Deputy Chief Constable Sam de Reya criticised Johnson-Warne for her “inappropriate behaviour”.

She said: “It is deeply troubling that an officer has acted in such a shameful manner.”

“Nobody should be left to feel like these officers did because of a colleague’s degrading actions, regardless of whether you are on or off-duty.

“Her persistent unwanted advances irrevocably damaged their working relationship and caused unnecessary harm to the two individuals. The public expect better from police officers and our force.

“We are rightly held to a higher standard and whether we are on the beat or at a social event, the same standards apply and our actions are a reflection on policing as a whole.

“It is therefore right that PC Johnson-Warne is no longer a serving officer.”

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MOLLY-MAE Hague joked about getting back in the saddle with partner Tommy Fury — after being thrown from a cantering horse.

The reality star, 25, who has not spoken publicly about his alleged cheating, told a startled film crew: “If I can take him back, then I get back up and can do this.”

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She said after steed Paddy, which she is in talks to buy for £7,000, unseated her as cameras rolled for an episode of her series Behind It All.

It happened during a horse-riding lesson at Somerford Park in Congleton, Cheshire.

A source said: “Luckily, Molly-Mae wasn’t hurt but there was an intake of breath from crew as she blurted out a reference to taking back Tommy.

“She was saying if she can get over the heartache she’s faced, then literally getting back on the horse won’t be a problem.”

Keen rider Molly-Mae and boxer Tommy, 25, met on Love Island in 2019 and their first date was spent horse-riding.

The couple had a daughter, Bambi, in 2023 but the relationship hit the buffers last year amid talk of his cheating.

She could take “only so much” she said.

However, as we told, they kissed on New Year’s Eve and are believed to have reunited.

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AN international rugby player has been jailed for raping a woman — after saying he was gay to get asylum here.

Uganda winger Philip Pariyo, 32, played at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow but failed to return to Africa, alleging he would be persecuted for being homosexual.

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But he later had a girlfriend in Cardiff and then raped another woman.

Pariyo, who worked as a binman in the Welsh capital, repeatedly badgered his victim for sex before forcing himself upon her at her flat in 2021, a court heard.

He then went with her to buy the morning-after pill the following day and asked her to buy ­condoms so they could have sex again.

Pariyo denied rape but was found guilty following a trial at Cardiff crown court and was jailed 4½ years.

In a victim impact statement, the woman said: “No one in the world should go through what I did, fighting and begging for my life.

“It has left lasting impacts on me, and has felt like an open wound that I can never heal from.

“It’s made me feel dirty, numb and tainted.

“He invaded my body by force and branded me from within. He became an unwanted part of my body that I can’t get rid of.

“No one should fight like their life depends on it for something as simple as consent.”

The court heard his asylum status would be “adversely affected” by his sentence.

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IMPROVING your skillset is a great way to find, and keep, a job – and getting paid to upskill through an apprenticeship is the perfect way to do that.

Monday is the start of National Apprenticeship Week, the annual celebration design­ed to shine a light on the “earn as you learn” schemes.

This year’s theme is Skills For Life.

While traineeships traditionally centred on manual trades, nowadays there are courses in some 660 types of work, from fashion studio assistants and digital marketing specialists to AI and nuclear ­engineering.

Apprenticeships mix on-the-job training with classroom learning, meaning trainees gain professional qualifications without incurring any debt.

Training can last from 12 months to six years, with courses ranging from the equivalent to a GCSE right up to a masters degree.

Three quarters of trainees study A level or above and around half of apprenticeships are begun by people over the age of 25. Some starters are in their 60s.

As the courses are designed by employers, trainees also gain the most up-to-date skills each industry needs, boosting their career prospects.

A recent government study found 98 per cent of firms employing apprentices report that they benefit the business, while 86 per cent say it has helped them build the skills their business needs.

Baroness Smith, Minister for Skills, said: “Apprenticeships are a fantastic option for employers looking to recruit skilled workers across every sector of the economy.”

Despite the difficult jobs market, research by skills platform O’Reilly reveals that half of firms are increasing investment in apprenticeships.

So if your business is considering taking on an apprentice, what do you need to know to get it right?

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Hellen’s career story

HELLEN WARD is co-founder and MD of celeb hair salon Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa, in central London.

She began her career as an apprentice at a salon in Camberley, Surrey, and also set up the Salon Employers Association to help protect hairdressing apprenticeships.

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Hellen, 57, from London, said: “Starting out as an apprentice has been crucial for my career.

“I have done every job you can do in the hairdressing industry.

“Vocational learning is really important because you hone key workplace skills as well as qualify in your chosen career.”

Hellen has four vacancies on offer for Level 2 hairdressing apprentice-ships.

You can apply at richardward.com.

Ratemyapprenticeship.co.uk co-founder shares his tips

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1. Create a supportive learning environment: Foster a workplace culture where apprentices feel comfortable asking questions, seeking guidance and learning from their experiences. A nurturing environment accelerates professional growth and builds confidence.

2. Provide a clear development structure: Ensure apprentices have structured development plans outlining the skills they need to gain. Regular progress reviews help align their learning with both their aspir­ations and the organisation’s needs.

3. Offer meaningful mentors: Pair apprentices with experienced mentors who can offer them industry insights, care advice and ongoing support. Mentorship is invaluable in bridging the gap between education and hands-on experience.

4. Encourage open communication and feedback: Establish channels where apprentices can voice their thoughts and provide feedback on their experiences. A culture of openness ensures there is continuous improvement in the apprenticeship programme.

5. Recognise and reward success: Celebrate app­ren­tices’ achievements, whether that is through formal ­recognition programmes or simple praise. Acknowledging their progress boosts morale and reinforces a positive learning culture.

• For further informations see nationalapprenticeshipweek.co.uk.

WAYS TO GET YOU NOTICED

APPRENTICESHIPS are ever more sought after, so how can you make your application stand out and be one of the 700,000 enrolling each year?

Claire Costello, Chief People and Inclusion Officer at supermarket chain Co-op, says: “Preparing your application is an important first step.

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“This signals to us that you are serious about joining our team and contributing to our success. So make it count.”

Here are her top tips . . . 

1. Tailor your CV and covering letter. Ensure both sell you for the specific role you are targeting. Highlight skills, experiences and qualifications that directly relate to the job. Avoid generic statements and focus instead on what makes you a unique candidate for the particular position you covet

2. Show passion and enthusiasm. In your cover letter and interview, explain why you are drawn toward your intended role, company and industry. Say how your values align with this, and what excites you about the opportunities for learning.

3. Demonstrate relevant skills and experience. Even if you have not had a formal job, you can highlight applicable skills. For example, cite evidence of teamwork, communication abilities and problem-solving, as well as leadership of school clubs, volunteering and other personal projects. Be specific about your achievements and how they relate to the apprenticeship.

4. Research the company you are applying to. Learn about its mission, values and work. Mention your findings in your application to show you are invested in the company and have taken time to under-stand its culture and goals.

5. Highlight “soft skills”. Technical knowledge is important but your ability to communicate, adaptability and time management will also be highly valued in apprenticeships.

6. Provide evidence of learning. Mention extra-curricular activities, online courses, workshops and hobbies that show desire for self-improvement

• Get free help at jobs.coop.co.uk/CareerDevelopmentHub.

BE LEGAL EAGLE

DEGREE apprenticeships let you train as a lawyer for free and save tens of thousands of pounds.

Study up to a Level 7 apprenticeship, to become a qualified solicitor.

GORDONS has openings for trainee solicitors with A level grades ABB or better.

See apprenticeappform.gordonsllp.com.

CO-OPERATIVE LEGAL offers a Level 7 solicitor apprenticeship.

Apply by February 16 at jobs.coop.co.uk.

FREETHS is hiring for its six-year solicitor apprenticeship at its offices in Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham and Leeds.

See freeths.grad.allhires.com/app.

Not ready for a degree? Law firm HF has a Level 3 paralegal apprenticeship.

See h-f.co.uk/work-for-us/apprenticeships.

ANDY’S KICKED ON

FORMER footballer Andrew Impey is kicking off a new career, studying for an apprenticeship in player development at one of his old clubs, Queens Park Rangers.

Impey, 53, who notably played also for Leicester, had spells too at Coventry, West Ham and Nottingham Forest.

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He, is working for a Level 5 certificate and is one of several QPR staff on operations or management apprenticeships.

His course is run by Ignite Training, founded by Oxford City FC director Justin Merritt to help pro sports clubs train staff, and has included workshops at Oxford University.

Justin said: “Andrew’s story shows how, regardless of age, apprenticeships can support career development.”

September 5

(15) 95 mins

★★★★☆

GEN Z is going to be confused by this historical drama set way back in 1972.

At the centre of the story is a TV producer who makes circular motions to dial phone numbers, expects everyone to answer his calls and asks the question, “Can we show some people being shot live on television?”.

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In fairness, the latter is pretty much the daily diet of social media these days.

September 5, starring Ben Chaplin and Peter Sarsgaard, is a reminder that there was a time when just the thought of showing such horrors would shock the world.

In this pacy movie based on a true story we get the perspective of a TV crew covering the terror attack on Israeli athletes at the 1972 Munich Olympics.

A team of sports journalists from US channel ABC found themselves best placed to report what was going on.

The moral question boss Roone Arledge (Sarsgaard), senior producer Marvin Bader (Chaplin) and rookie Geoff Mason (John Magaro) have to wrestle with is how much to broadcast live.

Will showing too much help the terrorists? Will it hinder the police? And what about the relatives of the hostages watching back home?

Roone seems to care more about the whopping audience figure of 900million he gains.

Director Tim Fehlbaum does a good job of taking a non-judgemental approach to all these thorny issues.

Instead, this tense drama puts the audience in the shoes of those involved and allows events to unravel.

But Fehlbaum doesn’t follow the advice that Roone gives to Geoff while putting together the coverage of the hostage taking.

Roone says that human stories need to be told.

September 5, which received a Best Original Screenplay Oscar nomination, doesn’t really do that on any level.

We don’t find out much about the TV crew’s personal lives.

Nor do we ever get to see the Jewish hostages. As a result there will be little emotional connection between cinemagoers and characters on screen.

It also pales in comparison with Steven Spielberg’s 2005 visceral movie Munich, which is a far more passionate take on the ramifications of the 1972 Games attack.

Nonetheless, September 5 is a thought-provoking film that shows anti-Semitism is a constant threat.

By Grant Rollings

Bring Them Down

15 (106 mins)

★★★☆☆

SALTBURN’S Barry Keoghan and Wolf Man’s Christopher Abbott play two feuding Irish shepherds in this violent thriller which makes Clarkson’s Farm look like a walk in the park.

Abbott’s Michael O’Shea has to deal with an invalid dad with a terrible temper (Colm Meaney), the theft of his best rams and what appear to be the neighbours from hell.

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They are Keoghan’s Jack Keeley and his father Gary (Paul Ready from Motherland), who try to bump his 4×4 off the dirt-track road following a row.

Trying to keep the peace is Caroline Keeley (Nora-Jane Noone), who has a romantic past with Michael.

Director and writer Chris Andrews shows Michael’s side of the story before switching to Jack’s perspective halfway through.

It’s a nice idea which doesn’t quite come off, and I was left asking what the flock is going on at points.

Even at the end I was confused as to why so many poor sheep faced such a grisly end. If you are looking for some strong, gritty acting, Bring Them Down is worth a watch.

But if you are upset by cruelty to animals, even if it’s not real, this requires a trigger warning.

The Seed of the Sacred Fig

(15) 167 mins

★★★★☆

UP for Best International Feature at next month’s Oscars, this subtitled family thriller set in Iran could do with some gentle pruning.

The Seed Of The Sacred Fig tells the story of Iman, who is promoted to the role of investigating judge just when the despotic regime is gripped by protests about the death of a young woman in custody.

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At work he is asked to agree to the death penalty in cases he’s barely had the chance to consider.

At home, his two teenage daughters are questioning the brutal treatment of the country’s youth.

When Iman’s pistol goes missing he suspects his wife and daughters – and must choose between his family and his job.

Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof, who fled persecution in Iran, this tale asks why the Islamic republic is turning on its children.

But the point is over- laboured, and too much time is spent on the whodunnit element of the story.

Thankfully, the acting is excellent, with Soheila Golestani as the mum caught in the middle particularly impressive.

And viewers’ patience will be rewarded by a heart-stopping ending.

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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. 

♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Generous communicator Jupiter is back in action – and so are you.

Delayed talks could now progress and people are open to taking your ideas on board.

The way you read a partner’s mind, even if no words are spoken, can take love to the next level.

A family legacy of love can also have a cash element.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

Your mind is Mercury-sharp and you shine where there are skills to learn or tests to pass.

But the big surprise can be romantic words from someone usually so practical.

This might line up a dream date for you.

Ongoing money discussions may stretch your patience, but stay cool and you could get the desired result.

Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Prepare for an intensely creative day as the moon and Jupiter radiate personal inspiration.

Your job is to catch it and give it your own stamp. In love, this may mean short-term sacrifices – but long-term rewards.

If you start the day single, sharing ideas in a new way, or on a new forum, can expand contacts.

Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Maybe you’ve just been ticking over in a relationship, but when you push for more commitment, more fun – or both – a thrilling new passion level can be unlocked.

If you’re single, a dream date moves from the fringes of your life to the core, and a shared project can be why.

Reinforcing total commitment helps your career fly

Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

Your one-to-one sector shimmers with fresh, exciting potential.

Everyone you connect with today will feel it and want to get closer.

So choose carefully which people and projects you engage with.

You’ve tried to follow some demanding rules, but this can be your day to break free and pursue a chosen health path.

Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

Your communication style puts you in a league of your own today.

However many times you have tried and failed, your approach can get a message to stick.

But first, clear your heart of suspicion or regret, and let positive feelings flow.

Memories and promises go hand in hand, and a writing goal can benefit from both.

Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

The powerful presence of Mars at the top of your chart gives you extra confidence and energy to compete for the role you really want – and your aura dazzles strangers, partners and friends.

Your mind and heart could supply different romance messages, so don’t rush choices – genuine love builds in time to be sure.

Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

The sun and moon open up your chart of new beginnings, unleashing hopes you have been keeping on ice.

Workwise, this can turn you back towards a near miss you have never really accepted.

In love, you can change yourself, but others only change if they want to. Remember this at an emotional crossroads.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

Romance can go places you don’t expect as the moon and Saturn square up, so make sure you are ready.

If you’re in love, two-way effort to truly connect gets future plans back in focus.

Single? A face from the other side of the world seems instantly familiar.

Seeing the same words twice is a strong and lucky link.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

Your current chart means you can be the most carefree and charismatic of all signs.

But you also have Venus-based loyalty and fairness that helps you be assertive and strong, lifting happiness on all levels.

Pluto urges you to be more selfish in love – ask for what you need, or let yourself follow physical attraction.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Any indecision can disappear and you recognise the people and work that could take you into the success zone.

The sun’s task of the day is to get you there.

If you are single, a Gemini dips in and out of your world and, from the first meeting, you understand each other.

Luck links to rearranged dates in “J” months.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Your chart of secrets is wide open and, for the next week, you double up openness and trust.

From signing up to a makeover plan to changing romance rules (to benefit yourself), you are on a roll.

Single? A new love interest may seem your opposite, but deep down you are the same. A work team needs your eyes on it.

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A CORONER sparked fury by ruling SAS soldiers were unjustified in killing four armed IRA terrorists.

Ex-SAS Regimental Sergeant Major George Simm said the British Army “should down tools” in protest.

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The IRA gang members, armed with assault rifles and heavy machine gun, were killed soon after firing on a police station in 1992.

The SAS ambushed them as they pulled into the car park of a church in a stolen truck at Clonoe, Co Tyrone.

At the legacy inquest in Belfast, Coroner Justice Michael Humphreys ruled yesterday the SAS unit’s use of lethal force was unjustified.

He said the troops did not have an honest belief that it was ­necessary to ­prevent loss of life.

Kevin O’Donnell, 21, Patrick Vincent, 20, Sean O’Farrell, 22, and Peter Clancy, 21, were killed.

Mr Simm, 70, the most senior enlisted SAS soldier at the time, said: “If the judge thinks it unreasonable to use lethal force when terrorists are armed with an anti-aircraft weapon that could shoot through two houses, perhaps he could enlighten us on what is ­reasonable.

“And until that time the whole British Army should down tools.

“How can the Government, how can the country, expect soldiers to do their duty if they know they will be dragged through the courts for the rest of their lives?”

The soldiers involved — all now in their mid to late 60s — have not been named.

Simm, awarded a DSO gallantry medal in the 1980s, said they were all “disillusioned and confused”.

Mr Justice Humphreys rejected the unit’s “demonstrably untrue” claims that the IRA members opened fire in the car park.

The families’ legal team said they would “consider the verdict regarding any prospect of prosecutions”.

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OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes.

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♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Finding your Mars voice in a family setting can speed up a set of decisions, but you can handle this well.

Just make sure you only say what you mean.

Your Saturn chart favours silence even when it might be better to share facts and figures, so bear this in mind in discussions.

The luck factor swaps two odd numbers.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

As the power of Jupiter settles into your money chart, you trust yourself to be lucky, and can take measured risks.

It’s your nature to research choices properly, but set a limit on thinking time if you can.

Love can be felt more than seen, and however unlikely this may seem, a past partner is sending a future signal.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

Your sign is one to watch as you reclaim all the benefits of a personal Jupiter coach.

This turns challenges into adventures, and you see exactly who you could be.

Just sitting with this knowledge for a while builds up the emotional strength inside.

Mars shakes up cash questions, towards bolder answers.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Knowing what you want from love is your key to getting it – and Venus guides you to take the time to truly work this out.

Yes, this may not mean what you expect but this is a positive part of the process, so let it come.

Prizes are on the horizon for you when you try out an aptitude for spotting secret values.

♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

Maybe you hesitate to see a personal change – this can be Saturn at work.

But you have a moon of ambition, that accepts making changes can upset situations.

Together these chart aspects encourage you to do the right thing, at the right time.

Passion opens previously closed doors, will you go through?

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

A bad deal is not better than no deal – you can take charge and work towards a better outcome, especially if this links to a different role, or address, for your future.

Mars cycles up your ability to tell it like it is to friends, family and love interests – in ways that reinforce respect.

Check any work documents through again.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

Your Happy Ever After zone is highlighted by Venus, and long-term promises hover on the horizon.

From swapping rings to sharing keys, both sides of a couple can be ready. But one partner may need to start the talking.

Try-anything Uranus sparks an outrageous style idea, a version of this can work well for you.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Locking in on a career you would really love, is your key to moving towards it.

So do clear your mind of denial, and doubts, and start to see yourself in that special role.

Repeating a positive daily message to yourself could help.

You could accept help a friend, or rival, has been offering.

Passion links to an unusual event.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

You love to keep things light, but serious attention is what a team project requires.

You know you can see a better way to get a deal through, and it’s time to reveal this until something gives.

Saturn keeps a foundation strong at home, so even when minor opinions clash, major shared goals stay the same.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

You may lean more towards facts than feelings, but your moon chart enhances intuition – especially linked to prizes, and passion.

So the more you trust your instincts, the better the results. If names and numbers keep appearing, this is just the start.

An unusual skill you see on screen can be a perfect outlet for you.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

You’re a natural and effective communicator today, when you break free from a set script and allow yourself to freestyle.

This can open up paths you never expected, yet straight away they seem so familiar.

In love, life and work, you are your best guide.

Passion counts in threes, and third-time dates can be so lucky.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Venus governs finances as well as feelings, and this benevolent planet’s position in your chart brings you exceptional benefits.

So much centres on appreciating what you have and taking some quiet thinking time before you make big decisions, can cement this.

Luck links to shapes with four sides.

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SIR Keir Starmer has been accused of national sabotage with his plans to surrender the Chagos Islands.

Concessions offered to Mauritius include doubling the initial £9billion cash handout for the 99-year lease of the Diego Garcia US military base.

The country’s PM Navin Ramgoolam also said that he would have a right to veto any move by the UK to extend it by a further 40 years.

Shadow Cabinet Minister Robert Jenrick said last night: “This is traitorous levels of national sabotage from Starmer.”

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch added: “Starmer’s foolish deal gets worse every minute.

“He is surrendering British territory and paying for the privilege.”

Mr Ramgoolam has suggested that annual payments will be frontloaded and rise with inflation, potentially doubling the £90million-a-year bill.

He said: “We have to be inflation-proof.

“What’s the point of getting money and then having half of it by the end.

“This is what would happen, we have made the calculations.”

Downing Street said the UK would “only agree a deal that is in our national interests and protects our national security”.

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DOWNTON Abbey star Hugh Bonneville has dumped his estranged wife from his business.

Lucinda “Lulu” Williams is no longer a director of Spoondock Films, which channels some of his earnings.

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Bonneville has taken over her shares and now owns at least 75 per cent of the firm, papers filed at Companies House say.

It holds assets of nearly £1million, according to submitted accounts.

Bonneville, 61, and Williams, 57, split up in 2023 after 25 years of marriage.

They have a son, 23-year-old Felix.

Hugh moved out of the family’s West Sussex mansion following their split.

The star, who played the Earl of Grantham in Downton, said of her: “Lulu’s priority has been to be a bedrock for Felix and me and I’m completely indebted to her.”

The couple met as teenagers but their romance blossomed after they reconnected later in life.

Paddington In Peru star Hugh once said: “Lulu was running a marquee company… my mother rang her to hire some chairs or something and said, ‘Do you remember Hugh?’ and that was how we reconnected.

Bonneville is currently dating vegan influencer Heidi Kadlecova.

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♈ ARIES

March 21 to April 20

Big day for Aries as Venus pampers your sign for the next few weeks, and god­father Jupiter spins direct in your communication chart.

So all those love words you have been storing up can be shared, in spectacular ways.

Your inner voice is so positive again and you are ready to believe in yourself and your future.

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♉ TAURUS

April 21 to May 21

A personal moon softens tough words and mindsets, and instead of black and white you see situations in shades of grey.

This brings solutions nearer as you see positives instead of frustrating neg­atives.

Your love approach is dreamier and this could be the time to look again at a “D” crush you usually dismiss.

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♊ GEMINI

May 22 to June 21

As Venus takes a new chart position, you could reach out towards an interesting community, and find out more.

That sense of seeking more in life can lead you to a role that pays little in cash terms but reaps great emotional rewards.

So explore this fully.

Jupiter fires up Gemini luck, via personal numbers.

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♋ CANCER

June 22 to July 22

Confusion can clear over whether to keep secrets or share them, as Jupiter takes a positive path again.

You see that sharing your deepest doubts and delights can end a time of love uncertainty.

Single? Venus gives new confidence to go for passion gold, whatever anyone else says.

Luck adds up to 24.

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♌ LEO

July 23 to August 23

Any situation or group you have felt on the outside of lately can open up now to let you in.

But you are right to ask yourself if this is still what you want.

Your chart is so positive with new opportunities which deserve your full focus.

Love lessons from a few years ago serve you well now, helping you make a smart choice.

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♍ VIRGO

August 24 to September 22

Venus lights up love trans­formation and you see that partners, including you, have been changing.

This can strengthen a bond when you both decide to celebrate it rather than resist it.

Single? Someone who loves to mix and match fashion can catch your eye.

Friends surprise by forming a knowledge team.

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♎ LIBRA

September 23 to October 23

With the natural generosity of Jupiter in your adventure zone, so many stages of a goal can be skipped, as you see your skills clearly and build on them smartly.

So a journey you assumed over can re-start, with a shining new destination.

Love-wise, Venus supports commitment, in any way you choose to seek it.

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♏ SCORPIO

October 24 to November 22

Maybe a personal development plan has been stalled for a while, but it get moving again now, thanks to Jupiter.

Work with what you have learned, but stay true to your ultimate goal, especially in health terms.

The moon’s intuition helps you see who might be struggling, at home and work, and offer the right support.

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♐ SAGITTARIUS

November 23 to December 21

A period of pure romance begins, and a lightness of heart in your passion self is so appealing to partners old and new.

Talks linked to the future, and a family size or shape, can come round again, but with a different outcome.

Finding time each day, even a few minutes, for a creative activity you love is a personal boost.

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♑ CAPRICORN

December 22 to January 20

You might not see yourself as a leader but your chart in general, and Jupiter in particular, thinks differently.

You have the right style, and when you share it with others the response is encouraging.

That foundation of trust you need in love terms is firming up again – but ensure it is based on facts, not fiction.

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♒ AQUARIUS

January 21 to February 18

Guessing games, in love and life, are not good for you.

If there is something you need to know, Venus’s new position helps you ask for it up front – and to work well with the answer.

Your creative sector re-opens and that role with a high creative element nears.

Lovers connect when eyes lock, perhaps in a mirror.

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♓ PISCES

February 19 to March 20

Loyalty to others matters so much to you – but staying true to yourself is equally vital.

If you sense conflict here, you can work through this and come out smiling, but act soon.

Choices about where or how to live are Jupiter-guided, so happiness now is more centred on people than places.

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LOVERS will be making plans to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

And there are great bargains to be had for February 14 if you know where to look.

Here are some ideas for how to show you care . . .  

AMERICAN LOVE STORY: At Italian-American restaurant, Frankie & Benny’s, book a table by February 10 for between February 12 and 16 and claim a free Aperol Spritz or Hugo Spritz cocktail to set the tone for an evening of romance.

Book now at frankieandbennys.com.

FLOWER POWER: If you want to treat a loved one to flowers, pick one of the stunning bouquets at moonpig.com.

Add a personalised card to your order and use the code EARLYLOVE at checkout to get free delivery — usually costing around £3.

MEX APPEAL: When you book in by February 10 for a Mexican meal at a Chiquito restaurant between February 12 and 16, you can claim a free Classic Margarita or Strawberry Margarita, usually £8.50.

Cheers to that.

IT’S A MATCH: Give the gift of lingerie this Valentine’s Day.

Pick out a pretty matching set at bouxavenue.com and, as a lover’s extra, buy the bra and get the knickers absolutely free.

There’s a huge range of styles to choose from and it’s a saving worth around £16.

SAY IT WITH WORDS: For the bookworm in your life, order two pre-loved romance novels from worldofbooks.com and get 20 per cent off.

There’s no code needed, just add the books to your basket and the discount will appear automatically at checkout.

DINE IN DEAL: Head to the Co-op for its new Valentine’s deal for two — get a delicious main, such as Beef Bourguignon, and a side such as chunky fries, plus a bottle of wine or prosecco, for £10 in store now.

CASHBACK OFFER: New members of topcashback.co.uk can claim up to £10 back on any dine-in meal this Valentine’s Day when they photograph and upload the receipt.

Get signed up at topcashback.co.uk/ dineinq1-25-tcb.

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ONLINE fat jab sales will be tightened up with video or face-to-face chats mandatory under new industry rules.

Pharmacies selling weight loss injections have been told to get a patient’s GP medical record or do proper visual size checks.

The General Pharmaceutical Council said too many people are pretending to be obese online to get the drugs.

The independent regulator has ­designated GLP-1 receptor agonists — including Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro — as high-risk medicines.

Guidelines limit their use to the obese, with a body mass index above 30, or overweight people with health problems such as high blood pressure.

But some slimmers wanting to shed weight fast pretend to be larger to get the £140-a-month supplies.

More detailed checks beyond a form and photo aim to prevent this and to protect people with eating disorders.

Pharmacies breaking the rules face fines, sanctions or being struck off.

The jabs mimic a hormone created when you are full, slowing digestion and preventing cravings. Side-effects include vomiting and diarrhoea.

Duncan Rudkin, chief of the GPhC, said: “We’ve seen too many cases of medicines being supplied inappropriately and putting people at risk.”

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IF you are a cruise fan, you’ll know the impact that a two-week sailing can have on your waistline.

After all, you would have to have the willpower of an Olympic athlete to resist the steaming hot buffets, top-end grills and sticky dessert parlours on board.

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Luckily, cruise lines have worked hard to expand their wellness offerings in recent years, with state-of-the-art gyms and less-indulgent dining options for the health-conscious traveller.

Sophie Swietochowski shares her pick of top wellness cruises for 2025.

CELEBRITY CRUISES: AQUACLASS CABINS

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WITH access to healthier and more sustainable options in the Blu restaurant, plus free fitness classes and in-room yoga mats, Celebrity Cruises’ AquaClass cabins help travellers keep on top of both diet and fitness while sailing.

GO: A six-night Puerto Plata, Labadee & Perfect Day cruise on board Celebrity Beyond is from £1,092pp in an AquaClass room, departing Fort Lauderdale on April 28, 2025. Flights extra. See celebritycruises.com.

PRINCESS CRUISES: ALCOHOL-FREE DRINKS

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SAIL with Princess Cruises from the end of March onwards and you will be able to swap your boozy beverages for healthier non-alcoholic alternatives on certain voyages, thanks to the new Amore Princess Zero Alcohol Collection.

It includes a selection of premium brands such as Kylie Minogue’s non-alcoholic sparkling rose and 24K margarita cocktails.

GO: A five-night Hamburg Getaway on board Sky Princess costs from £460pp in an inside cabin departing Southampton on October 14. See iglucruise.com.

P&O CRUISES: JOGGING TRACKS

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IF you get your fitness kicks from running, you won’t be restricted to a machine on P&O Cruises’ Arvia and Iona which both have running tracks with sea views. But if you are more of a gym goer, Ventura has one of the best gyms at sea on Deck 16.

GO: A 14-night Caribbean Transatlantic cruise on board P&O Cruises’ Arvia is from £999pp, based on two sharing an inside cabin and departing Southampton on October 24.

Includes return flight to Manchester. See pocruises.com.

ROYAL CARIBBEAN: JUST TAKE THE STAIRS

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THE world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, stretches 1,198ft (that is longer than the Eiffel Tower tipped on its side), so ditching the lift and stepping between its 18 guest decks will keep you in ship-shape.

GO: A seven-night Eastern Caribbean & Perfect Day cruise on board Icon Of The Seas is from £1,268pp, based on two people sharing an inside cabin and departing Miami on February 28. For more info see royalcaribbean.com.

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