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Kirstie Allsopp, 50, caused controversy by criticising cooling systems at a time when the thermostat was soaring to almost 40C in some parts of Britain. As the UK received its first ever red alert heat warning and the Met Office warned that even healthy people could face serious illness or worse, a spot of air conditioning would have been appreciated by many.However Kirstie was adamant that Britain should "never again" be allowed to build homes that couldn't be lived in comfortably without resorting to air-con."For thousands of years we were able to build cool buildings in hot places," the property show presenter argued in view of her 428,700 Twitter followers."Air Conditioning led us into the Dark Ages, never again should we be allowed to build homes or offices that can’t be cooled by airflow & shade."Her comments left many irate - especially those who had lived in countries where scorching heatwaves were the norm.@Mo_Hafez11 raged: "I hope you stay for 1 month in Arizona or Arabian desert without AC, then lecture us about the redundancy of AC and the genius of cooling old architecture without AC's."@Anne12369700 hit back, insisting: "But that’s K’s point.

Gemma Atkinson corrected herself over a comment about 'getting older' as she was quizzed by fans on her Instagram. The fitness advocate was having an ice bath in a video shared on her social media when she was asked by a follower which activity tracker she was wearing.

Property guru Kirstie Allsopp has baffled fans online after revealing she accidentally swallowed an Apple AirPod headphone while she was taking her vitamins. According to the TV presenter, 50, the incident took place on Sunday, with Kirstie explaining she had been trying to take a selection of vitamins before making the unexpected gaffe.

@Stopityoun*b wrote in response: “How on earth," alongside a laughing emoji. Kirstie responded, writing: “AirPods in pocket, put vitamins in pocket while getting glass of water, chucked vitamins into mouth, gulped water, go for second lot, see one AirPod in hand, check pocket, check handbag. “Realise there’s only one place it could be.”@Gawanorinon joked: “Now I don’t feel so bad about leaving my Air Pods in the pockets of my shorts and putting them in the washing machine…” @DMCGooner also quipped: “Well you know what they say an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” @j30Moo said: “Whoa that’s bonkers.. hope you & it ok?? X” @GodsmanTracy wrote: “I’m sorry but that’s just made me laugh so much! Hope yr ok!” It comes after Kirstie took to Twitter on Saturday in response to the overturning of Roe vs.

Location, Location, Location presenter Kirstie Allsopp, 50, took to Twitter today to hit back at the men celebrating the overturning of Roe vs Wade.The overturned law significantly sets back women’s abortion rights in the US.  Kirstie, who is pro-choice, called out the men who were cheering online in the wake of the US Supreme Court’s decision.In view of her 428,000 Twitter followers, Kirstie wrote: “The number of men dancing around on Twitter thrilled by the reversal of Roe versus Wade makes me want to vomit. “Please pipe down, you are NEVER going to have to make this choice.”Kirstie was not the only high-profile person to speak out on the issue, with plenty of famous faces from both sides of the pond weighing in.   Prime Minister Boris Johnson, 58, slammed the US Supreme Court’s decision, saying: “I think it is a big step backwards.”US President Joe Biden, 79, did not have the power to prevent the decision, but branded it “a sad day for America”.Kirstie’s fellow celebrities also expressed their outrage as the news broke yesterday that US lawmakers had decided to make abortion illegal in parts of the USA.The landmark 1973 Roe v Wade case made abortion legal across America and now, nearly 50 years later, that progress has been reversed.  Women in some states could now face prosecution if they get an abortion, which has sparked a massive debate about what this will mean for women’s freedoms.Billie Eilish even took time out of her Glastonbury headlining set yesterday to address the shocking news.The singer said: “The song we’re about to do is I think one of the favourites that we’ve written and it’s about the concept of power and how we need to always remember how not to abuse it.“And today is a really, really dark day for

Read More: Kirstie Allsopp lambasts Hull hospitals for ‘cruel’ visitor policyVicky then explains the distraught feeling of receiving the call telling her about the incident, sharing that she "instantly broke down" as she feared the absolute worse. But Vicky let out a sigh of relief when Milo and the other dogs were all found safely saying, she wrote: "Long story short guys, the van was found abandoned by the police on some estate with the fur babies still in the back thank god.

Kirstie Allsopp launched a scathing attack on hospital visitor policy on Thursday describing some cases as "wildly slow and unimaginative" in how provision is being handled since the Covid-19 pandemic.The Location, Location, Location star said the main issue concerns "designated visitors" whereby people in some locations are having to choose just one or two family members for the entire length of their hospital stay under the NHS.The 50-year-old has since unleashed her frustrations on social media after critics took aim at the Channel 4 presenter.It comes after Kirstie sat down for an interview on LBC’s Tonight with Andrew Marr and criticised what she believes are inconsistencies across the country that have resulted in unnecessary pressures on families.Sharing a clip of their chat, LBC captioned the post: "TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp criticises hospitals for being 'wildly slow and unimaginative' in how they handle visitors."Twitter user, @Walshicus1 replied: "A celebrity estate agent and daughter of a hereditary peer being given a national platform to talk about the NHS.

@C4Locations is on telly now. “So sorry @Channel4  hospital visiting campaigning might be taking over!” Fans rushed to the comments to share their thoughts. @Minimee61 quipped: “Yes watching it now and dont forget your on the Andrew Marr show on LBC tomorrow…” Kirstie replied, saying: “Mustn’t forget, mustn’t forget, mustn’t forget.” @Elizabe91619229 wrote: “You’re doin wonderfully with your hospital campaign Kirstie. “C4Locations will continue to do well.” @Mwgigi9 commented: “We wouldn't forget”. It comes after certain hospitals break the COVID-19 guidance, meaning many patients aren’t allowed to see their families even though this is not explicitly stated in the rules. Kirstie wrote earlier today: “If you’ve been struggling to get reasonable access to family in hospital & feel you just aren’t being heard contact @Charliehparker.“He wants to hear your stories. “The only way we can change things is to shine a light on the those hospitals who are ignoring the guidance.

Location, Location, Location presenter Kirstie Allsopp took to social media today to slam Tory MPs for “attacking each other on social media” ahead of the no-confidence vote in Boris Johnson.The star pointed out that the politicians had not been voted in “on our dime” to participate in some very public infighting. Kirstie, 50, shared her views with her 427,700 Twitter followers this afternoon.“Dear Tory MPs,” Kirstie penned.“You were not voted into parliament to spend your time, on our dime, attacking each other on social media. “Get a b****y grip,” the presenter added defiantly. Kirstie’s followers took to the comment section to share their thoughts on the developments so far ahead of the vote, which will be held at 6pm today.Xanthe Grace wrote: “I think it’s fascinating to see the real viciousness of politics being played out. “It’s a dirty business and behind all the false smiles and weasel words stalks a thirst for power. “They are mostly in it for that end. It’s not often we see glimpses of the reality of politics.”Nanozoid added: “They prioritise power over plan or policy.

She wrote: “Everyone has different views on the monarchy, it’s not for everyone by any means.“But as Peter Hunt so clearly loathes the Royal Family, I’m at a loss to know why he wants to earn a living talking about them?” Followers and fans of the Channel 4 presenter then rushed to the comment section to share their thoughts on the subject. @Theimagebarn said: “Not sure if his comments come across as loathing to be honest. “I read the “long goodbye “ as the process to the unfortunate time when we have to say goodbye to Her Majesty.” Kirstie responded to the fan, politely disagreeing. She wrote: “I follow him, and the lack of positive comment is very notable.” On the same thread, in favour of the Queen, @Foxy_T86 penned: “If only everyone could be so grateful for what that wonderful woman has given for us all.” @BlessingMuseki commented: “Most journalists hate war, but they still make a living reporting about it.” Kirstie responded: “War and The Queen, not wildly comparable, but I take your point.” @Mattanddarren wrote: “It would be lovely if us British could celebrate what we do well, it’s been a fabulous celebration.” @Sarahlustne opined: “He’s in completely the wrong job! “Like Omid Scobie who calls himself a royal correspondent but only wants to talk about the Californians in glowing terms and be rude about everyone else.” Kirstie Allsopp is best known for starring and presenting Channel 4 shows such as Location.

Kirstie Allsopp stood by Amanda Holden today after the Britain’s Got Talent star defended her during the live show. Amanda claimed she “loved” the Location, Location, Location star after impressionist comedian Suzi Wild made a joke about Kirstie relying on a “trust fund”.Kirstie, 50, said she “adores” Amanda in view of her 427,800 Twitter followers.The Channel 4 star was the subject of a few jokes earlier this evening when Britain’s Got Talent’s Suzi did a comedic impression of her during the show. Following the impression, that included references to a “trust fund” and the idea of Kirstie “throwing away diamonds”, Amanda defended her friend live on TV.Much to fellow judge Simon Cowell’s shock, Amanda insisted she “loved” Kirstie while she was giving feedback to Suzi. “I adore @AmandaHolden always have, she’s gusty, funny and, it turns out loyal,” Kirstie penned.“I gather some of the silly lies printed, but then deleted, by the ST & @thetimes are perhaps being repeated by a @BGT act? “I will look into this tomorrow,” she concluded firmly, referencing an earlier public disagreement she’d had with the aforementioned publications.The piece in question claimed Kirstie was enraged by young people saying they could not afford to buy a home, despite the presenter coming from a middle class background herself.  However, Kirstie subsequently received an apology from the paper for misquoting her about young people being able to get on the property ladder.Nevertheless, it appears the story stuck in the mind of comedian Suzi, who joked about Kirstie’s “privileged” outlook on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent this evening. Pretending to be Lorraine Kelly, Suzi began: “Oh this is a good one, right.

One of Channel 4's most popular programmes, house-hunting show Location, Location, Location headed to Newcastle and Northumberland for its latest episode - and revealed Kirstie Allsopp's bizarre hatred for a common household object.

Kirstie Allsopp, 50, has candidly spoken out on being a parent in a tweet shared with her 427,000 Twitter followers.The Location, Location, Location star revealed “one of her greatest regrets” when educating her two sons - Bay Atlas and Oscar Hercules.Kirstie admitted that saying “no, thanks” to doing homework with Bay and Oscar led to “struggling” with tasks.She wrote: “I have always said that one of my greatest regrets as a parent was not saying ‘No, Thanks’ to homework.“We should have focussed on reading/listening to stories together.“Not struggling with things in separate corners.”1609639Some Twitter users replied to the TV star’s post recounting their points of view and struggles when it came to teaching their children.Northernstock2 said: “I used to refuse my kids doing homework.“Children should, if taught well, be able to do their work within the school day.“As adults, when we go to work, you clock on and off.

Kirstie Allsopp urged the government to support the building of new homes via an impassioned Twitter plea today.The Location, Location, Location presenter expressed her discontent with the housing situation, which comes amid a cost of living crisis, and lamented that the country was "up s*** creek".BBC property expert Henry Pryor helped to ignite the debate by posting a headline stating that neighbours could now get the right to vote on housing plans, such as adding extensions to a property.He added: "Rip up those Govt. new home targets.There’s no way we’re going to build 300k new homes a year now."Kirstie retweeted it, before exclaiming: "Can someone explain to the Government how supply and demand works please?"Because if they don’t support the building of better housing, far faster, prices will continue to rise and we will all be f***ed."She also added in a subsequent tweet: "The rise in the average age of purchase of a first home, followed by the rise in the average age of having a first child will have a profound affect on British society for centuries.

Kirstie Allsopp has taken to Twitter to compare her Location, Location, Location co-host Phil Spencer's physique to that of French president, Emmanuel Macron, after snaps of his incredibly hairy chest recently went viral.The revealing snap of the Frenchman was part of a series of informal photographs that were released just days before he went up against Marine Le Pen in the French Presidential election run-off vote.In view of her 427,300 followers, property expert Kirstie claimed that the Frenchman's body closely resembled Phil's.Kirstie wrote: "Whoever put Macron’s head on @PhilSpencerTV’s body, that’s a clever piece of photoshop.The candid snap was posted by Twitter account @GuidoFawkes and showed the French PM grinning at something out of shot while relaxing on an orange leather sofa.The politician had the first few buttons of his crisp white shirt open to reveal a chest full of dark hair.Location, Location, Location presenter Kirstie couldn't help but compare the French Prime Minister's physique to that of her Channel 4 co-host, Phil.The star's followers soon took to the comments section to weigh in on the snap.@CathMath27 responded to Kirstie with a row of laughing faces.While @MooAndDrew chipped in: "Phil is a lot more muscular," alongside a kiss face.Kirstie has previously opened up on her relationship with Phil who she has presented the hit property show, Location, Location, Location with since 2000.The mother of three, revealed that she knows Phil better than her own property developer Ben Anderson as they spend more time together.Kirstie said: "I still know Phil better than I know Ben because Phil and I have spent more time together."We’ll never be apart.

Location, Location, Location star Kirstie Allsopp knocked heads in a fierce Twitter spat with Nadine Dorries over the privatisation of Channel 4, which airs several of Kirstie's programmes.The pair locked horns after the Culture Secretary wrote an opinion piece addressing the Government’s decision to push ahead with plans to sell off the channel.Nadine, 64, told the British public that it was time for Channel 4 to “fly the nest towards a very exciting future”. In her piece, Nadine wrote that former Conservative prime minister Margaret Thatcher, who set up Channel 4 in 1982, had ultimately wanted it to be “free from the constraints of the state” and described opposition to the move as “lazy, overwrought and ill-informed rhetoric from the Leftie luvvie lynch mob”.Kirstie, 50, who has been a long-time employee of the broadcaster, took to Twitter to disagree with the minister’s decision in view of her 427,000 followers.Yesterday, Kirstie shared Nadine’s article, writing: “Some of the language directed @nadinedorries has been vile 100%. “It’s also crystal clear she doesn’t understand @Channel4, nor why it matters. “Writing this divisive piece abuses her position and illustrates why she is entirely unsuited for the role at @DCMS (the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport).”In a later tweet about Nadine’ piece for The Mail on Sunday, Kirstie questioned whether it was “really ministerial” to describe those contesting privatisation as a “lynch mob” while “at the same time complaining about having been accused of fascism”.Sharing an article about the US Senate passing an anti-lynching Bill, she added: “This piece might make you think twice about using the term.”Reacting to Nadine’s decision last week, Kirstie penned:

In The Sunday Times article, Kirstie confessed it bothered her when people said they couldn’t afford to buy a home.She bought her own home aged 21 with the help of a hefty payout from her family. Kirstie wrote a tweet defending herself and posted it to her 426,800 followers in February after her remarks caused outrage. It read: “Anyone who thinks I have spent the last 22 years pretending to understand the needs of British homebuyers must think me a very good actress indeed.“If you don’t like the shows don’t watch them. But I’m beyond caring what the press or social media think about me, life is too short.”Social media users jumped on to the post with their thoughts.@CHSNotts wrote: “Put your reputation where your mouth is and make a series of programmes where 21 year olds on low to average wages are guided by your exoertise to buy their first home under their own financial steam.” (sic) Contrarily, in agreement with Kirstie, @Johnfachiri commented: “I agree with The fact that if young people want to get on the housing ladder they should stop paying for Netflix etc and save.

Location, Location, Location presenter Kirstie Allsopp has taken to Twitter to respond to comments asking whether she's worried her hit Channel 4 property show could be cancelled following the privatisation of the broadcaster.The property expert, 50, claimed that her and Phil Spencer's property programme is likely to remain on the channel thanks to its huge popularity as she claims it makes the channel a "fortune".In view of her 426,600 followers, Kirstie set the record straight over whether she is fearful for the future of her show.She wrote: "Let’s just get this out of the way, LLL makes a fortune for C4, shows like mine are very unlikely to be axed, it’s news & current affairs, and cutting edge dramas which are likely to be thinned out."Profit will be king and the passion & inclusion of Channel 4 will be lost," she added.Kirstie's remarks come after a fan of the show questioned why she had been so vocal against the privatisation of Channel 4.Twitter user @iamchica asked the star why she was so "angry" at the prospect of the channel being made private.They wrote: "Are you worried your LLL show could be axed eventually hence so much anger and protest from you???"Their tweet came after Kirstie shared her thoughts on the move, after it was announced yesterday that the government will push ahead with the privatisation of the channel, despite the broadcaster urging to keep it under public ownership.She wrote: "Believe me, anyone in TV who supports the sale of Channel 4 is doing so because they fancy a slice of the pie."Whatever their politics, people who really love British television know the part Channel plays in creating great UK content," Kirstie added.Following her thoughts on the matter, the star was soon inundated

Kirstie then shared that both of her children received their phones when they were 13. However, she went on to explain in her Mail On Sunday column that she still had “strict rules” when it came to phones. She has enforced the rule that her kids had to leave their phones in the kitchen overnight. They are also not allowed to keep their phones in their bedrooms and must have “phone free days.” The Channel 4 host also explained that she knew her children’s phone passwords. Kirstie said that she can pick up their phones at any point and check what they’ve been up to. She fears that her children will spend too much time indoors, scrolling on their phones. Kirstie went on to say she doesn’t want Bay and Oscar to develop “fear of missing out” when they see what their peers are up to via social media. 

Location, Location, Location presenter Kirstie Allsopp took to Twitter yesterday and today to slam the negative reaction to Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s strong words following her release from Iran.The star called those using the hashtag #sendherback “bl**** vile” and hailed Nazanin and her husband Richard as “extraordinary”. In a news conference this week, Nazanin declared that it should never have taken the government so long to secure her release from prison in Iran, and that she should have been freed six years ago. Kirstie, 50, took to social media to share her thoughts on Nazanin’s situation with her 426,000 followers.Yesterday she tweeted: “If a member of my family was held hostage by another country (regardless of whether they hailed from that country or not) I would expect my Government to do everything possible to secure their release, and if my Government was slow to do that, I wouldn’t hesitate to say so.“There is something thoroughly unpleasant about the idea that Nazanin should put up and shut up. “She had 6 especially precious years stolen from her and everyone she loves.  “Why the hell should she sit meekly and not speak her mind?” Kirstie asked incredulously.Today, Kirstie returned to Twitter to blast Nazanin’s critics once more for their “ignorant” reaction.She wrote: “Richard and Nazanin are two of the most extraordinary people I’ve ever come across.  “I’m so proud that Nazanin is a dual Iranian/British citizen, their family and friends, some of whom I’ve been lucky enough to meet, are the best of humankind.“If you think using the hashtag #sendherback is a good idea you are at best bloody ignorant, at worse just bl**** vile. “The world needs more Richards & more Nazanins,” she insisted.“We need more

The cost of living crisis is upon us - and each day seems to bring more bad news about bills, petrol, and supermarket shops. For many young people, the dream of owning our own homes looks more and more distant.