I'm a depressive, but these strategies have kept me happy in lockdown

here"A lot of the traders in there, some of them are quite young, single parents and this is their only source of income. Business won’t be the same for a long time."Many of the Tommyfield traders had qualified for a £10k small business grant to support them during the pandemic.But Mr Aslam said that the entirety of his grant went on outstanding costs that were owed before COVID-19 struck, leaving nothing to pay the £3,000 he owes in rent - the price for a double stall for 12 weeks."That £10,000 - hand on heart I didn’t use a penny of that to feed myself," the 35-year-old said."At first I thought it’s a grant worth hanging on to and maybe help me to set up my business again but that’s gone."There is nothing left of that at all.

A cafe bar boss in Shotts has revealed plans to open up early, dubbing lockdown restrictions a “conspiracy”.Someone posting under Pavana owner Brian Neill’s name made the posts on Facebook stating that he intends reopening up with a sit-in service available, going against the guidelines set out by the government.In the posts he blamed a lack of support for the business, saying that he felt this was the only way they could stay afloat.He also said that this would make them the “first pub in Scotland to open” and told customers to have some courage “to get back to normality or our town will die”.On Mr Neill’s account the decisions have been defended. He said: “If someone wants to isolate that is their choice.

we have whittled it down to 20 pooches whose owners inspired us with their tales of how they have helped them over recent weeks. Vote for your favourite dog below, and read on to see the dogs chosen for the support they have given their key worker owners:"I’m a key worker for the NHS and Bonnie has been a massive support system for me and my family during this difficult time.

summer is going to offer us is a socially distanced garden gathering with up to six guests then, naturally, we’re going to want to make the very best of it.Tablescaping – the art of setting your table in the most visually exciting, stylish way possible – is the lockdown activity to try if you aim to impress. It’s about turning every at-home meal into a theatrical event, providing some much-wanted wow-factor for the family, and eventually for guests who may have only seen their own chipped crockery for the past 12 weeks.For those who used to enjoy channelling their creativity into curating a perfectly accessorised outfit for an occasion, the lockdown summer tablescape is your new, alternative outlet.

Grateful.A post shared by Sharon Stone (@sharonstone) on May 29, 2020 at 4:09pm PDTFrom left to right: REN Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic, £27; The Inky List 15% Vitamin C and EGF Serum, £14.99; La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream, £17.50; La Roche-Posay Retinol 0.3% + Vitamin B3 Serum, £38.From financial anxiety to worrying about the kids’ schooling, stress levels have risen recently, causing inflammation in our skin. Pharmacist Shabir Daya explains: “Just within the top layers of our skin lie cells that produce cortisol in response to environmental factors and internal aggressions.

Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg are proving that the coronavirus lockdown period is a time to grow love for each other rather than blow the relationship apart.

Ibiza beaches are contaminated with high levels of poo just as lockdown restrictions are beginning to ease and tourists are allowed to venture out. The tourist destinations have had to be closed after tests found the "illegal quantities of faeces".

A high-flying London couple have spent lockdown living in a tree house in the Somerset countryside - and say they're happier than ever.

Happy 23rd birthday, Anastasia Karanikolaou! Kylie Jennertook to Instagram on Tuesday to celebrate her best friend's birthday, and alongside a series of photos of the duo, she described Stassie as the "rarest of all time" and "truly a gift to this world." Even more sweet, Kylie called Stassie "the best aunty to my babygirl," Stormi Webster. "i can't believe we are celebrating your 23rd birthday," Kylie continued.

Kylie Jenner's best friend Stassie Baby - whose real name isStassie Karanikolaou - turned 23 years old on Tuesday.And the 22-year-old makeup mogul wishes her buddy a good one by sharing several flashback images of the two dressed up to the nines together over the past year.'Happy birthday to my fairy 42 sister @stassiebaby!!' began the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star. 'You are the rarest of all time..

Boris Johnson will announce in the latest easing of the coronavirus lockdown. The Prime Minister will update the nation on the easing of the restrictions on Wednesday as he tries to reopen the economy while minimising Covid-19's rate of transmission.

outlined its plans for reopening before being told it had to stay closed indefinitely.Only last week the safari park shared its disgruntlement with the government when it posted a series of tweets asking why people could jump in their car to go to McDonald's or Ikea, but not to go and see its animals.And Chester Zoo put out a plea to the public to support its fundraising campaign saying it was fighting for its future amid spiralling debts brought on by the closure.The government says the reopening plan follows 'close work with the zoo industry' to ensure visitor numbers can be managed and safeguards put in place.Ministers say the decision to relax restrictions on these select outdoor attractions is part of 'the government’s careful approach

John Legend has opened up about how lockdown has made him and his wife Chrissy Teigen "stronger".

Kelley Flanagan originally placed fifth on Peter Weber's season of The Bachelor but began a romancein March, after he ended his engagement with Hannah Ann Sluss and dated Madison Prewett.And during a joint guest appearance on The Bachelor: The Greatest Seasons Ever, Peter, 28, told host Chris Harrison that he is 'extremely happy' and 'very, very happy with this one,' referring to Kelley, 28.His mom Barb also appeared in the video interview giving the couple her stamp of approval: 'It's a dream come true. I love her.

Billboard's Hot 100 last week, when it debuted—yes, debuted—at the top spot.In a tweet celebrating this success, Nija talked about how the music industry so often puts her and other Black creatives in boxes. "This record means so much to me because this is a POP record," Nija wrote.

Jesy Nelson has been missing her Little Mix bandmates during the coronavirus lockdown.

Dentists across the UK opened earlier this week which is much-welcomed by those who have been suffering toothache or oral issues that they've just had to grin and bare for the last few months. However, despite the fact that dentists provide a vital service, some people may still feel anxious about booking an appointment considering the coronavirus pandemic ongoing.

Victoria Beckham and David Beckham are said to be just weeks away from living on opposite sides of the world from each other.

coronavirus pandemic.Rules include six feet between tables, protective screens, giving employees their own personal protective equipment and eateries operating at a 60% capacity. Heading to popular West Hollywood hotspot Craig’s, Kelly was seen arriving with a face mask hanging off one ear, before being stopped at the entrance to have her temperature checked.

lockdown trips to his family home near Inverness has been urged to quit after it emerged he also visited relatives in Glasgow. NHS Orkney chief executive Iain Stewart last month apologised for causing any upset when he admitted travelling between the island and his family home on Black Isle, which is 150 miles away.