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Express.co.uk, Tim said: “What we saw at The Apprentice is a process where lots of hungry, enthusiastic people are all determined to get one opportunity at the end of that process.“The thing with T-levels is we’ve got as many eager young people wanting to get into the world of work but there is no cut off point for who can be successful.“And we want more people to apply rather than few, because with a T-level, having been accredited by industry and recognised by businesses and universities, this educational pathway is a potential route into other things for young people.”Speaking on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch earlier this year, Tim revealed details about what goes on behind the scenes as he insisted Lord Sugar has "every right" to put contestants "through the wringer”.Discussing the current series of The Apprentice, presenter Steph McGovern asked Tim: "So what's it really like in the boardroom then?"Have you got any kind of stuff we don't see on camera that you can tell us?""Listen, it's intense," the businessman replied.

Strictly Come Dancing.The business mogul, 75, reignited his feud with former Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan over the chances of his beloved Arsenal winning the Premier League, but Piers was quick to hit back and defend the sportsman.In view of his 5.2 million followers, The Apprentice star took aim at the former sportsman.Lord Sugar wrote: "Terrible bad luck Arsenal 2nd goal and Spurs red card."Anyway @piersmorgan Arsenal have as much chance of winning the PL as @Tonyadams winning strictly."However, Piers quickly hit back at the businessman, warning him against "mocking" the sportsman.The TalkTV presenter wrote: "It wasn’t luck."Your goalkeeper committed hari-kari, Emerson Royal tried to break Martinelli’s leg, & we absolutely mullered you."And having seen you dance, I really wouldn’t be mocking Tony Adams," he added.It comes as Arsenal won 3-1 against Tottenham today.Following Piers' comeback, his followers took to the comments, with one writing: "Morgan 1 - Sugar 0."This evening saw Tony and Katya perform the Charleston to My Old Man's a Dustman by Foster & Allen.Despite Tony's performance being heralded as an improvement by Motsi, Shirley and Anton, Craig branded it "stiff", which Tess branded "harsh".In week one, the duo danced the Tango to Go West by The Village People and were scored 15 by the judges which left them at the bottom of the leaderboard.It comes after Tony revealed he initially turned down the chance to join Strictly Come Dancing but after going through heart surgery he made a quick U-turn.Strictly star Tony suffered a heart issue back in 2015 during his time coaching abroad and it pushed him to re-think what he wanted from life.He told Radio Times: "I had other things going on, to be honest.

the Queen following the news that she had died surrounded by her loved ones aged 96 yesterday. Ahead of the announcement, the businessman was one of many who had expressed his concerns about her health.It came after Buckingham Palace announced the Queen was under medical supervision amid doctors' worries about her wellbeing.Last night, The Apprentice boss spoke of the moment he first saw the royal.He wrote: "I was 6 years old when the Queen rode past us in Hackney on one of her post coronation visits."The streets in Northorld Road were packed with people.Piers Morgan blasts 'vile disgusting' criticism of Queen after death"My school gave us all a coronation cup and saucer."He went on to say his mother had unfortunately lost the memorable gift after a fan sent in a picture of theirs.Lord Sugar went on to share a snap of the moment he was knighted by the Queen in 2000.The businessman made the Honours list for his services to the Home Computer and Electronics Industry.In the picture, he was seen proudly smiling at the royal who awarded him with the medal.Reflecting on the moment, he tweeted: "One of the greatest moments in my life with one if the greatest monach we have ever had.

Lord Alan Sugar, 75, lost his temper on Twitter today when a social media user disagreed with The Apprentice star's view on those who work from home.The businessman said home workers are "lazy gits" who need to "go back to the office or be fired".Lord Sugar took to Twitter last night to reply to a message regarding the news that the Government will be selling their Whitehall offices.Journalist Andrew Pierce wrote: "Govt to sell off £1.5bn Whitehall offices left empty by working from home. Why doesn't the Govt order them back to their desks?"Lord Sugar shared his opinion on those who work from home in view of his 5.2 million Twitter followers.He exclaimed: "Lazy gits watching golf and tennis at home while they are supposed to be working.

Piers Morgan, 57, and Lord Alan Sugar, 75, have not always seen eye to eye.Their infamous war of words reignited less than two weeks ago, when Alan poked fun at Piers' figure, but a grinning Piers seemed to hold no grudges in their photo, while he joked: "Met a fan!"The pair's public feud originally began after Alan Sugar publicly humiliated Piers in front of a TV audience of almost seven million people.He fired the broadcaster from Comic Relief Does The Apprentice back in 2007, after Piers bragged that he could get a star-studded guestlist of rockstars and supermodels to attend a charity funfair but dismally failed.After promising that A-listers such as Mick Jagger and Claudia Schiffer were likely to attend, he ended up offering Anne Robinson, Chris Evans and Mick Hucknall.Meanwhile the girls' team beat Piers and the boys by recruiting celebs such as Cheryl Cole and managing to persuade members of Take That to man the dodgems.Faced with a formidable Alan in the boardroom, socialite Piers had few excuses for why he hadn't been able to recruit more of his showbiz contacts for the event."It’s your demeanour that has cost you this.

Twitter user @mrbrittle1 then shared a short compilation clip of the US Apprentice star “taking the fifth.” In response, Lord Alan said: “Exactly, what a b****y hypocrite and liar. “Unbelievable nothing will happen to him he will get away with what ever is alleged he has done wrong. “Only @piersmorgan is uncharacteristically holding back. Any one else he would be slagging them off.”Various Twitter users jumped on to the post to share their thoughts on the subject. @Zellinsk commented: “Piers is hoping to land another interview. “He was so strong against Boris but like a puppy dog with Trump.” It comes after Piers was slammed in May for failing to effectively hold Trump to account in an interview on his show, Piers Morgan: Uncensored. Speaking to Express.co.uk that month, political commentator Simon Dolan said: “Piers Morgan’s interview with Donald Trump was, unfortunately for the veteran presenter, flat and failed to elicit anything new for the viewers of the blockbuster interview.”He added: “It felt more like a publicity stunt for Piers Morgan than a serious interview.” Piers’ interview with Trump started badly when he was handed a dossier of critical comments that the former GMB presenter had compiled about him.The file was reportedly created by former UKIP leader Nigel Farage. They contained criticisms Piers made of Trump’s “woeful” handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. At one point, the former GMB presenter referred to the US 2020 presidential election as “free and fair.” The former president reacted with aggravation at the insinuation. He said: “You really believe that? Well then you’re a fool. “Then you are a fool.

@Aimz_1987 wrote in response: “That’s some brass neck you have, I’ll give you that.” Lord Sugar retorted jokingly, saying: “I would have voted for Dot Cotton to keep Corbyn out.” He was referring to the EastEnders character played by June Brown, who died aged 95 in April. Fans rushed to the comments to share their opinions on the subject. @Nottmsteveh said: “Surely you must admit the huge mess the tories have made in the last 12 years. “Brexit, highest proportionate covid deaths, highest inflation in Europe along with the lowest growth of developed economies. “Not great eh?”@Martincoops4 wrote: “Before 2020 so would I but we went full Commie anyway to reverse the democratic decision of Brexit so it made no difference in the end.” @MartinJWalpole commented: “We want Boris, his enthusiasm is second to none, who cares about the odd porky.. “He did a great job.” @Ant78mufc penned: “Because Corbyn had a plan for the country. “Boris was going to see us leave the EU at any cost. “The cost of which we are finding now and is increasingly being blamed on a war we ain't even fighting.” Despite his initial tweet, Lord Sugar has been an outspoken critic of Johnson, who recently resigned from office.Back in December, he demanded the Conservative politician "resign NOW" following the spread of the Omicron Covid variant. He also joked that Johnson, along with his cabinet, never would have got through the first round of auditions of The Apprentice. 

His followers were keen to share their thoughts on the subject, with many divided opinions.@Rkakati said: “You don’t expect the news to report the hottest weather ever recorded in the UK?“Melting tarmac on runways, massive travel disruption etc. you don’t think any of that is newsworthy?”@Sugarpuffs2773 wrote in retaliation: “It is summer.

The Apprentice star Tim Campbell has spoken about his wife's reaction to him replacing Claude Littner on the popular BBC show.Speaking exclusively with Express.co.uk, the first ever winner of the hit series revealed his wife's reaction to his stint as one of Lord Sugar's aides on this year's series of the programme.The star appeared on the show after being asked by Lord Sugar to fill Claude's spot as he took time off to recover after sustaining injuries in an electric bike accident.When asked if he could possibly be returning to the next series of the show, Tim reflected on his time as one of Lord Sugar's aides.He said: "For me, I've been really, really pleased that Lord Sugar asked for me."I've done, what I feel and what my wife and children judge to be a good job on this series."My only focus was to get through the series, I've done that," he added.The entrepreneur went on to share his relief at his co-star returning to the programme following his recovery.Tim went on: "I'm really glad that the horrible circumstances that led to it have gone now because Claude's back."You saw his lovely interview, where I think half the nation were hiding behind the sofa, seeing him tear them to shreds," he said, referencing the semi-finals of the show."But the reality is that I've done my job.

The Apprentice star Tim Campbell has addressed his relief as his co-star Claude Littner returned to the show last week.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, Tim, 44, spoke about standing in for the businessman after he suffered serious injuries to his leg during an electric bike accident last year, forcing him to take time away from the BBC show to recover, before returning last week in the semi-finals.Tim also spoke about how he is backing an education campaign to help parents understand the benefits T-level qualifications offer to both children and employees.Speaking about his time on the show, Tim told how he's proud of his input as one of Lord Alan Sugar's aides.When asked if he'd return to the show, he said: "For me, I've been really, really pleased that Lord Sugar asked for me."I've done what I feel, and what my wife or children judged, to be a good job on this series."My only focus was to get through the series, I've done that," he added.He said he was glad Claude was finally back on the programme following his horror accident.Tim went on: "I'm really glad that the horrible circumstances that led to it have gone now because Claude's back."And you saw about his lovely interview, where I think half the nation were hiding behind the sofa, seeing him tear [candidates] to shreds."But the reality is that I've done my job, and I'm really proud," he explained.Last April, Claude was riding an electric bike a mile away from his home when he found himself lying on the ground.He had to learn how to walk again after injuring his right leg so badly he required multiple surgeries after revealing doctors initially thought they may have to amputate his leg.Recalling the incident, the 72-year-old businessman said: “I was just

Lord Sugar, 74, did not hold back in his criticism of Peaky Blinders and Killing Eve despite their enormous following and success.The Apprentice star took to his Twitter account today to share his review of the two critically acclaimed programmes.In view of his 5.2 million followers, Lord Sugar pointed out that he believes the shows’ plots are “far too complicated”.He wrote: “Struggling a bit with Peaky Blinders.“Also seen Ep 1 Killing Eve season 4 in USA.“I think they are going over the top in both programmes with far too complicated ( and confusing ) plots.”The scathing review attracted more than 1,270 likes within less than 24 hours.However, Lord Sugar’s remarks sparked debate as not everyone agreed with his point of view.Some Twitter users recommended other shows for the outspoken business magnate.Jujules3 said: “I agree about Peaky Blinders.“I’ll stick with it and hope I remember what has happened so far. Don’t watch Killing Eve.“You should try Ozark that’ll drive you to sleep too.Same thing every episode.”SkeeWee2013 said about Peaky Blinders: “I'm really struggling with all the Brummie accents in Peaky Blinders.“Did the actors really need to portray Brummies in a show set in Birmingham?”Neilrogersuk penned: “Killing eve should of finished after it’s first series.“British shows used to be about quality over quantity.“Look at the ‘the bodyguard’ limited series 6 episodes of TV perfection.“Look at fawlty towers 12 episodes of brilliance.”StuartHydeQPM suggested: “Still good drama.

Alan Sugar became the victim of a hate crime after receiving three distressing letters voicing a desire to "murder all Jews in Britain" or deport them.The Apprentice star has revealed he was left "extremely scared" after the threatening communications, as the perpetrator was finally put behind bars.The letters were sent to one of Alan's company addresses, opened by his assistant, and referred to the police.Though 70-year-old pensioner Patrick Gomes was found responsible and has since been jailed for three years and six months, it has left a lasting effect on Alan, who still feels worried due to the threats.One letter stated: "I would like to murder all Jews in Britain, Alan."Another letter, signed "the Jew hater", continued: "I would round all of you up and put you into camps ready for deportation."There was also an horrific reference to “shoving your screaming head into a hot oven", adding: "We call it baking Jewish bread”.He also wrote: "Welcome to hell, I’m the biggest f****** Jew hater in the whole of Britain.”The pensioner also claimed there was "no anti-semitic element in the Labour Party" in the letters.The perpetrator denied sending any threats, but was caught after his DNA was found in fingerprints found on one of the letters.He was then convicted of religiously aggravated harassment.It had begun after Alan Sugar had made public comments about the Labour Party and its stance on anti-semitism and Patrick Gomes, hearing them, had then become obsessed with targeting the TV star.Alan attended the trial at Chelmsford Crown Court where he made a statement, explaining: "The whole incident has shaken me up and I’m now always looking over my shoulder in case someone is close to me and about to attack me or my

In response to Lord Sugar’s tweet, fans were equally as joking and playful.@Ferbes20Times joked: “Why did you take a suitcase?” referring to the photo which looks as if he is holding a suitcase.He added: “Must have cost a few quid.”@Mumbosteve said, referring to the photo quality: “Did one of your printers print this out Suralan?”Lord Sugar and Piers are known for exchanging jibes on Twitter and live on GMB.Earlier in January, when The Apprentice returned for a new season, Lord Sugar quipped that he didn’t think Piers was suitable for a panel role on the show.In an interview with The Mirror on Jan 8, Lord Sugar was asked if Piers would make a good stand-in for Claude Littner, who is absent from the series.He said: “Oh my God, can you imagine? I don’t think so.

LORD ALAN SUGAR has applauded the Australian Government’s decision to deport Novak Djokovic after his appeal to remain in the country was overruled. Lord Alan Sugar took to his official Twitter account on Sunday to weigh in on the news of Novak Djokovic’s visa being cancelled for a second time since his arrival in Australia earlier this month.The unvaccinated athlete was set for the upcoming Australian Open tournament but was denied entry at border control after questions were raised regarding the medical exemption he was given before his arrival.A judge ordered his release on January 10 before Immigration Minister Alex Hawke uncovered that the 34-year-old had made several errors in his visa application, subsequently sending him back to a detention hotel.With the ruling of Novak’s deportation, Alan is firmly standing behind the Australian Government’s decision as he hopped onto his Twitter to share his thoughts on the situation."Well done Australia you stuck to your principles and threw Djokovic out,” he wrote in view of his 5.2 million Twitter followers.“No one is bigger than the rules or law.“Hats off to you Oz.”His tweet was met with mixed reactions from fans who felt torn on whether Novak should have been granted the right to stay Down Under despite the circumstances.“I really don’t get these Anti-Vaxers going on about human rights,” said Twitter user @DaveWilson5209.“Each to their own when it comes to getting vaccinated, but the simple fact is.

Lord Sugar, 74 , has addressed rumours he is set to leave The Apprentice in two years.The business magnate quipped that he will make the show’s final task to organise his funeral as he reassured fans he is set to stay in the show for longer.He said: “I’m not planning to quit the show in two years,’ he said.“I’ve publicly stated that I want to make it 20 years, this is the 16th so I’ve got four more to do to achieve that goal.”The BBC One star continued: “I’ve already worked out the final task for one of the series – to arrange my funeral.“To see how well they arrange it and what kind of coffin they would get for me.“I’m not going nowhere and the programme is going nowhere.“Please enjoy this current series, I can assure you there will be a lot more as long as I’ve got the health and strength in my body, I will carry on.”Ahead of the current series’ debut last week, Lord Sugar revealed whether the new generation of contestants are prepared for their tasks.He also hit out at critics who take to social media to criticise the participants despite the “extreme pressure” they are put under.Speaking of the candidates’ ability to get through the tasks, Lord Sugar told press including Express.co.uk: “They fall for the same things, the same traps and all that stuff.“But […] they learn very, very quickly, and that's a good sign for me, because I’ve got no problem with people that are a little bit naive or inexperienced whatsoever.

The Apprentice where she had to face her fears. It happened during a task commissioned by Lord Alan Sugar, in which the contestants had to zoom down a zip wire.Asked about her favourite task, Karren confessed that one particular moment left her “terrified” as she has a fear of heights.She said: “I think my favourite task, which is quite unusual… Alan sent the candidates to Wales to do a tourism campaign for Wales.“And one of the places that they had to go, which is the one the team I was following chose, has Europe's longest and highest zip wire.“And, of course, I go down it and I'm terrified of heights.

The Apprentice’s Tim Campbell was named the first ever winner of the programme back in 2005 and was offered a £100,000 per year job. Now, the successful businessman has now been announced as the new boardroom aide after Lord Alan Sugar's business associate Claude Littner pulled out of the new series due to a cycling accident.Addressing Claude’s unfortunate circumstances, Tim said he and his co-stars are happy he is making a recovery.He also expressed his gratitude after being able to have “come full circle” since his debut on the show.Tim said: “It’s a great honour to be part of the franchise which after sixteen series has been a transformation in terms of showing that business is for everybody, now it’s Lord Sugar’s ambition.“It was a great regret when we heard the news about Claude.“He was such a massive part of the franchise and we’re really pleased that he’s doing well and he’s on the road to recovery.“But it’s a great honour to have come full circle having been on the other side of the table.“I definitely understand what they’re all going through and it’s a great honour to be working alongside Baroness Brady in assisting these candidates to see how they all get on.”The TV star also spoke out on what he found “easy” now as a boardroom member after having been in the contestant’s position.He said: “It was very easy not to give them hints and tips.

Lord Alan Sugar has addressed this year’s series of The Apprentice as 16 contenders prepare to compete for a seat at the table.The business magnate discussed whether the new generation of contestants are prepared for the tasks ahead, with it being the 16th series of the BBC favourite.He also blasted critics who hit out at the participants despite the “extreme pressure”.Addressing the candidates’ ability to complete the tasks, Lord Sugar told press including Express.co.uk: “They fall for the same things, the same traps and all that stuff.“But […] they learn very, very quickly, and that's a good sign for me, because I’ve got no problem with people that are a little bit naive or inexperienced whatsoever.“No problem with young people like that.”The TV personality continued: “What I do have a problem with this is people who don't learn, don't pick up, who don't grasp things.“And what rings my bells is when you can see these candidates - and we start off with 16 candidates - quite a few of them get it and a lot of people, a lot of commentators who watch the programme - particularly those 35 to 40 year olds - are very quick to criticise.“‘What a bunch of idiots they are’, ‘what a bunch of idiots - that is wrong’, ‘they've done that wrong’.”Lord Sugar continued: “I wish one day, we could get a group of those people and stick them in the boardroom to see how they would do.“Because these people are under extreme pressure.“And that's what Karren [Brady] quite rightly said, 'They all want to win,' so the competition in this is amazing.”Lord Sugar also explained how the selection process allows for the “right calibre” of contestants to be asked to join the show.Asked whether he had to put the contenders under pressure, Lord Sugar

BBC One’s The Apprentice debuts a new season.The business executive joined the hit show in 2009 as Lord Alan Sugar’s new assistant, replacing Margaret Mountford.The latter left the series but returned in series 6, 7, 8 and 9 as a guest interviewer.Karren said Margaret gave her “the best advice” before stepping into her new role.However, the businesswoman disregarded her advice, only to quickly regret it.She explained: “I think the probably the best advice I got coming into this show was from Margaret.“Margaret decided that she didn't want to do it anymore and Ellen asked me to to fill her shoes.“And talking about shoes, she phoned me and she said, ‘I’m telling you right now, wear trainers,’ she said, ‘You are on your feet 12 hours a day’.”The West Ham vice-chair went on: “And of course I didn't take her advice.“First episode I wore heels, and at the end of my first day I remember I was laying in the bath and my feet were throbbing.“And I quickly took Margaret's advice and wore the trainers.“So I've learned I can't stand on my feet for more than 12 hours a day without wearing trainers.”Karren also spoke out on the importance of The Apprentice and how the programme has changed lives.She went on: “It’s been a real honour and a privilege to be part of such a fantastic show that really, unlike any other, changes people's lives.“And we've seen some incredible things and incredible places, met some incredible people.“And there's also other businesses in the background that help us with innovation, design...

The Apprentice star Lord Alan Sugar has revealed that he suffered a broken septum after following the "harrowing" coronavirus protocols that were needed to film the latest series of the popular BBC show.The 16th series is set to air on January 6 as contestants battle it out to receive a £250,000 investment from the business magnate, 74.But in a new interview, the Hackney native has told how he was left with a broken septum after adhering to Covid protocols that included rigorous testing.The TV personality detailed the requirements that were necessary for the show's 16th season to go ahead.Lord Sugar also revealed the jaw-dropping number of Covid tests he's done in preparation for filming the show.He said: "The Covid protocol was harrowing, to make it simple."I think my last count I’ve done 79 Covid tests," he admitted.The business mogul told The Mirror and other publications: "I haven’t got Covid but I’ve got a broken septum in my nose here."His co-star, business executive Karren Brady, also had her say on working within strict Covid rules, explaining that they were necessary to keep everyone safe.She said: "I think it was a mammoth task in itself, keeping everybody safe, that was the priority of the production team and everybody who was involved."She went on to reveal that social distancing, mask-wearing and constant testing were all measures taken even when the cameras weren't filming.Lord Sugar's comments come after he hit out at former Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan, following his remarks about this year's honours list.Piers told his 7.9 million Twitter followers how "disappointed" he was that he wasn't included on the list and "will have to wait" for his turn.He wrote: "Very disappointed not to have

Piers Morgan, 56, shared his thoughts on The Queen's New Year Honours list released this week, which includes Mel B, Emma Raducanu and Professor Chris Whitty.Taking to his Twitter, the presenter jokingly questioned why he wasn't a part of it.In view of his 7.9 million followers, he wrote: "Very disappointed not to have made the honours list this year."After all I’ve done for this Govt, it’s baffling they haven’t rewarded me with at least a knighthood for services to holding miserably mediocre ministers to account."He added having "Sir Piers" as a title would have to wait.In a swipe at the journalist, Lord Sugar commented: "Knight's are a very elite circle of people.Rachel Riley 'shed tears' amid heartbreak in candid New Year post"The