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Telegraph
3 days ago
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- Telegraph
Artist who sued NHS for £3m disability compensation caught dancing
A body paint artist who filed a £3 million NHS compensation claim is facing jail after her disability claims were exposed as 'fraudulent' by a video of her dancing at a festival. Kae Burnell-Chambers, 44, claimed that delayed diagnosis by NHS doctors had led to nerve damage which left her struggling to walk, get out of a car or even dress herself. But a video unveiled at the High Court instead showed the artist posing and strutting whilst painted as a fantasy warrior at a festival in 2019. The video was filmed months before she launched her multimillion pound damages bid over delayed diagnosis of cauda equina syndrome, a condition involving damage to nerves at the end of the spinal cord. She is now facing a potential jail sentence after Judge Jonathan Glasson KC found her guilty of contempt of court as Ms Burnell-Chambers admitted she had 'misrepresented' her symptoms during the claim. Sadie Crapper, barrister for Northern Lincolnshire And Goole NHS Foundation Trust, told the court that after NHS doctors missed early signs of the condition in 2016, Ms Burnell-Chambers, from Lincs launched a bid for damages in 2019. She attended medico-legal appointments complaining of 'a whole array of disabilities,' saying she needed help to dress and to get out of the car - and when she went to see a doctor had 'displayed a laboured gait and used a stick,' the barrister said. However, she went on to drop her claim in 2022 after social media videos and surveillance footage showed that the picture of her disabilities she had been presenting to support her claim was 'fundamentally dishonest,' said Ms Crapper. The barrister said Ms Burnell-Chambers said she was 'significantly disabled' by the delayed diagnosis and could walk 'only with a stick' and required aids such as a 'wheelchair, boot hoist and Motability vehicle'. A core part of the NHS case was based on a series of social media videos that showed her moving 'without any sign of pain'. One particular video from the Kustom Kulture Blast Off in August 2019 'shows her having her body extensively painted and then parading in a show where she walks freely and dances without need for a walking aid,' the barrister said. Ms Crapper said that Ms Burnell-Chambers had 'fraudulently exaggerated her symptoms for the purposes of her clinical negligence claim.' The court heard Ms Burnell-Chambers admitted that her condition varies and her mobility is almost normal on good days, and that she had been exaggerating when she saw the medico legal expert doctor. 'She admitted she had been fundamentally dishonest,' but nevertheless has real 'ongoing disabilities,' her barrister Ben Bradley KC told the court. The judge, giving his ruling, said she had signed an admission that she had 'deceived' the examining doctors 'and deliberately changed my presentation' and that in doing so had 'deliberately interfered with the administration of justice'. In her admission statement, she said her mobility is near normal 'on good days,' but 'on bad days' she considers herself to be disabled. 'I know it was wrong to misrepresent my presentation whilst making a civil claim. I accept that I deserve to be punished as a result,' she added. At the end of a half-day hearing, the judge concluded: 'I find the defendant guilty of contempt of court on the basis of her admissions.' Ms Burnell-Chambers will now return to court to be sentenced in October. The maximum term for contempt of court is two years' imprisonment.
The Sun
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I'm mad after being told to ‘cover up' in the pub garden at Spoons – I was showing cleavage but it's only a sports bra
A YOUNG woman was left outraged after being told to cover up at her local Wetherspoons pub - because she was wearing a sports bra. Georgia Toomey went to meet her boyfriend at The Tollemache Inn in Grantham, Lincs., after finishing a workout at the gym. 3 3 3 But the 23-year-old says she was "looked up and down" by a female staff member and told to zip up her top to conceal her gym wear because it was "a family friendly pub.". The cleaner said she and her boyfriend went to the beer garden planning to order from the app - but left after the same worker kept coming outside to look at them. Georgia, of Grantham, said: "We walked in and I was wearing a gym set, I thought, 'we're only going to Spoons, I don't have to change'. "But this woman looked me up and down and said I had to zip my top up. She said it was a family-friendly pub. "I think it's ridiculous. It's only sports wear and you shouldn't feel like you can't wear it. "I can wear it in the gym, so why can't I wear it in Wetherspoons? "She just wanted me to do it up - which I think is stupid. "If it was somewhere in London, I would get it - but it's not, it's Spoons in Grantham. "You should be able to wear what you want and shouldn't be sexualised in gym wear. "I would get it if it was a lacey bra or something, but it's not. Brooks Nadar suffers embarrassing wardrobe malfunction accidentally baring all in plunging silk dress on ESPY red carpet "She looked me up and down like a piece of dirt. "It makes me feel like I should be covering up, but I shouldn't be. "It's not like I'm big-chested, either - I was showing a bit of cleavage, but that's it. "I'm sure girls have worn much more revealing stuff in there. "It's other people's problem if they are getting affected by a bit of cleavage." After being told to cover up, Georgia says she and her boyfriend went out to the beer garden, where nobody else was sitting. Can you be dress coded for wearing crop tops in public? The concept of being "dress coded" typically applies to specific environments such as schools, workplaces, or certain establishments where dress codes are enforced to maintain a particular standard or atmosphere. In public spaces, however, the situation is generally more relaxed and governed by societal norms rather than strict rules. That said, whether or not you can be dress coded for wearing a crop top in public largely depends on the context and location: Public Spaces: In most public spaces, like parks, streets, and beaches, wearing a crop top is generally acceptable and unlikely to result in any formal repercussions. People have the freedom to dress as they choose, provided they adhere to basic standards of decency and local laws. Establishments and Venues: Some restaurants, shops, or clubs may have their own dress codes. It's possible that a crop top might not meet the dress requirements for more formal venues. In such cases, staff may politely request that you adhere to their dress code or deny entry. Schools and Workplaces: Educational institutions and workplaces often have dress codes in place. Crop tops may be considered inappropriate in these settings, and you could be asked to change into more suitable attire. Cultural and Regional Considerations: In certain cultures or regions, norms and expectations around acceptable clothing can vary widely. It's always a good idea to be aware of and respect local customs and dress codes when travelling. But they opted to leave the pub after growing frustrated when the staff member kept coming out to "check she was covered up." Georgia complained to the pub but says they 'lied' by telling her she had been 'refused service and asked to leave', which she claims did not happen. Georgia, who had been wearing Gymshark shorts and sports bra, which cost £38 each, added: "We were sat outside and were going to order on the app, but the woman from the bar, who was about 40 or 50, kept coming outside and looking. "It made me feel really embarrassed and insecure. "We didn't feel comfortable, so we left. But the woman wrote and said she threw us out and wasn't going to serve us, which never happened. "When I looked online it said you're allowed sports wear." Georgia took to social media to share her experience and said a man replied saying he and his friends had been in the same pub topless with no issues before. In an email reply to her, the pub chain said: "Most of our pubs are family environments, so we ask our customers to dress appropriately and in a way which would not cause offence. "All customers must be fully clothed throughout their visit. "The company does not permit the removal of shirts or footwear. "In addition, some pubs operate specific dress codes at all or certain times. "I appreciate that you were not satisfied by the way in which the incident was handled. "Having discussed your feedback with the pub's manager, I understand that you were refused service and were asked to leave." However in a statement, the pub backtracked and agreed that Georgia had not been asked to leave and she was 'very welcome to return'. Wetherspoon spokesman Eddie Gershon said: "It's always a matter of fine judgement for pub managers where sportswear is concerned. 'In this case, the customer was asked if she would mind zipping up her gym top, to which she kindly agreed. 'She was not asked to leave and is very welcome to return to the pub in the future.'
The Sun
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I visited UK's Swingathon fest with 50-person orgy & spank shows – here's why this year was younger & SEXIER than ever
BEAUTIFUL women in barely-there bikinis strut past as a young man pulls a blonde into a tent. She gives a quick, saucy wink over her shoulder before they disappear inside. 9 9 9 For a moment, I almost feel I'm at Glastonbury — until I glance to the side and clock a full-blown threesome in a tent. Welcome to Swingathon 2025. More than a thousand horny revellers have descended on the sleepy village of Allington, Lincs, for a weekend of frolics, flings and full-on filth. As The Sun's sexpert, I've been granted exclusive access to the steamy three-day romp-fest. It's not my first rodeo — I covered this saucy shindig last year — but 2025 is bigger and definitely better. As ethical non-monogamy continues to boom among younger generations — and is now Dear Deidre 's number one query — one of the most noticeable changes is the crowd. Some look like they have just strolled off the set of Love Island and straight into the hot tub. 'It just takes you out of normal life and into a whole new world,' says Macy, a model and mum from Blackpool, who is celebrating her 25th birthday today. Clad in a neon green fishnet bodysuit that's cheekily cut away at the back, Macy gives me a tour of her tent in the glamping quarters. She is sharing with her long-term partner Karl, 34, who she has been with for six and a half years. The pair, who also have a child together, tell me they discovered the lifestyle a few years ago and haven't looked back since. 'It's our first Swingathon but we've been to a few clubs,' explains Karl. 'Everyone is dead accepting. The Sun's Georgie Culley visits UK's largest sex fest Swingathon 'I've seen lots of willies' 'We're a pretty open couple and are open to anything but we tend to stick to softplay (sex with your partner in front of others, but not swapping), but it all depends on the people and couples.' The pair say they do have rules but don't have a safe word. 'She's my queen and I won't see her disrespected,' Karl continues. 'We are in sync with each other and connect with our eyes.' The couple haven't played with anyone else just yet — but the night is still young. 'There's a couple of girls I'm eager to get my hands on,' Macy laughs, excitedly. Their advice for curious couples? 'Don't knock it 'til you've tried it,' says Karl. 'It's a place where you can live out your wildest fantasies.' Macy adds: 'It's about being you, and being free — you don't have to do anything. Just being here is enough for some people.' Nearby, I find Annie, 38, a carer from Bristol and her long-term partner, Dave, 39, a scaffolder. 'We have a really good, healthy sex life,' says Annie, 38, who's been in the lifestyle for nearly 18 years. 'And then we'll come here and treat it like a sex toy — something you use and then put away. For us it's an enhancement of our sex life, not something we need, something we enjoy.' Friday's scorching sunshine caught many out — and let's just say the combo of baby oil and blazing July heat was not ideal. 9 9 There were plenty of red bums on display by sundown, as revellers soaked up the rays — and each other. For some, Saturday's downpour was a welcome relief — finally, something cool in a weekend that's anything but. Still, a bit of bad weather hasn't dampened the mood or slowed anyone down. In fact, there are loads of new additions to the festival this year. 'We've got Naked Attraction — like the Channel 4 dating show, but live and fully interactive,' one organiser tells me. 'There's Kerry's Kinky Quiz, spanking displays, foam parties, a group massage class, naked discos . . . and of course, dozens of orgy tents. 'There's also the new glamping village which is great for socials.' Each play tent comes fully stocked with bowls of condoms (we're talking hundreds), plus lube, blue roll and disinfectant. Revellers are expected to clean up after themselves and leave the space as they found it — or risk a fine for being messy. 'Last night we were in here with 12 other couples,' continues Annie. 'It was very hot and sweaty. We like to play with other women and sometimes that does mean a couple swap. But it's got to be pleasurable for everyone.' Festival organisers tell me they've come well prepared — with a jaw-dropping 4,000 condoms and hundreds of bottles of lube and baby oil stocked up for the weekend. And judging from the saucy stories I've heard echoing from every corner of the site, none of it's going to waste. As I walk to get a drink from the shiny phallic-shaped drinks bar, a group of beautiful women rush past me, wearing nothing but painted handprints smeared across their bodies. They giggle wildly, slipping into an outdoor bath, splashing and scrubbing each other down in a blur of skin, suds and laughter. In the content creator tent I find two Only Fans models posing up a storm. They tell me how it's their first time at Swingathon. Laughing, Jazzy, 34, says: 'I've seen lots of willies out which I like — I've had a right old gander at that.' 'It's a bit crazy, innit?' adds Shania Howard, 25, from Surrey. 'There were loads of people having sex in the play tents. I know I do Only Fans but that's wild.' As the day gets into full swing — pun intended — more and more revellers emerge from their tents. At one point, I overheard a couple casually plotting a 50-strong orgy for later that evening — just your average Saturday night at Swingathon. Elsewhere, others strip off without a second thought and slip into the outdoor hot tubs, cocktails in hand, as if it's the most natural thing in the world. Nearby, I meet circus performer couple Annabella Stanyer, 28, and Josh Gill, 32, from Bristol. 9 9 What is Swinging? SWINGING, also known as partner swapping, is a sexual activity where partners in a committed relationship engage in sexual activities with other people. All parties involved must give explicit and enthusiastic consent. Open and honest communication between partners is crucial. Many swingers engage with a community or attend events specifically for swinging. Such activity can enhance intimacy and trust within the primary relationship. It provides an opportunity to explore sexual fantasies and desires. But it is not suitable for every relationship and requires a strong foundation of trust. Jealousy and emotional challenges may arise and need to be managed. 'Sleaze on our doorstep' 'I hired him as a sex slave for a festival,' dominatrix Annabella says. 'And the rest is history.' It's the pansexual pair's first time at Swingathon after Annabella bagged a free ticket by winning Best Fetish Model at the Alternative Awards. The pair have been together a year and set clear boundaries to ensure they don't get paranoid about anything and 'just have fun'. 'You're OK with me playing with a girl,' says Annabella. 'And he can play with boys individually and we play with both genders when we are together.' Josh adds: 'It's important to take things slowly and communicate with each other, which you should be doing in a relationship anyway.' While most locals I've met seem unfazed by the festival, one grand- father said: 'Our beautiful and peaceful little village has become synonymous with swingers. 'It's outrageous, and we don't welcome it. We don't want it here. It is sleaze on our doorstep.' But the founder of the event, 37-year-old Matt Cole, disagrees. He says: 'Live and let live — we are not hurting anyone and no one can hear or see what is going on inside, unless you are attending it.' His wife Stacie, 30, chips in: 'One of the main negative comments we get from people is that we are one big STD festival.' Matt adds: 'They call us dirty swingers and say we are spreading this and spreading that. 'But if we can make it all free for attendees to get tested beforehand then that stops that. In every play tent there are condoms and lube and most people play with safe sex.' For the first time in the five years they have been running the event, Matt explains how he asked festival-goers to test this year before they arrived. He says: 'I sent free NHS kits to everyone and 50 per cent of people here today have taken them. 'Next year, I'd love to work with an online testing company so we get everyone tested and then we will be the first festival that is as safe as can be.' As I peruse the stalls selling sexy underwear and kinky sextoys, a stunning brunette casually strolls by wearing a little jacket and nothing else. It's 7pm and the sun is starting to set over Britain's biggest swinging festival. But judging by what I've seen — and heard — it won't be the only thing going down tonight . . . 9 9
The Sun
01-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Shocking moment huge GECKO fell out of tin of Lidl sweetcorn in front of terrified dad as he cooked kids' tea
A GRANDFATHER was left with a sour taste after discovering a dead lizard in a tin of sweetcorn. John Shier, 53, was cooking a meal for his wife and son last month when he uncovered the fully preserved body of a gecko stuck to the can's lid. 6 6 6 The sales manager, of Spalding, Lincs, did a double take after spotting the seven centimetre-long creature and likened the discovery to something out of a "bushtucker trial". Pictures show the squashed lizard sitting on top of the yellow veggies and a visible imprint of the animal under the ring-pull lid. Dad-of-two John purchased the tin of Freshona sweetcorn from Lidl as part of a multipack and admitted he had some concerns over the contents of the remaining containers. Speaking to The Sun, he said: 'I thought I was on I'm a Celebrity, it was like a proper bushtucker trial challenge. 'I just wanted the sweetcorn, I didn't really want a seven centimetre gecko to go with it! 'I was just cooking at home and making a usual stir fry, which means I normally just throw everything into a wok. 'I had already added one tin of the sweetcorn, but in the process of opening the second one this thing just caught my eye. 'I did a double take and saw what was sitting right on the top of the tin. I've never seen anything like that before in my life. 'That was it after that, I didn't want to eat any of the ingredients I was eating because I couldn't be sure what was in there. None of us wanted to eat any of the food. 'It's lucky I spotted it really, I might have missed it or it could have been buried beneath the sweetcorn. 'If I had missed that and thrown it into the meal, or if it was buried in the tin, one of us might have ended up eating it. 'It's safe to say that every tinned item I've opened since has been sieved before use.' And John accused supermarket giants Lidl of 'not taking it seriously' when they offered him a ten pound voucher after being presented with the evidence of his extraordinary find. In a statement, Lidl said: 'It is never our intention for our customers to be dissatisfied in any way. 'We take matters of this nature extremely seriously and pride ourselves on the rigorous quality assurance processes we have in place across our supply chain. 'Reports of this kind are exceptionally rare – we've received no other customer complaints, and we believe this to be an isolated case. 'Nonetheless, our Quality Assurance team is in contact with the customer directly on this matter.' He added: 'This isn't a fly or a small insect, I would understand that because they are so miniscule. 6 6 'But this is a lizard, which is fully intact and measuring seven centimetres. 'I'm shocked at their response, I thought they would take it more seriously. 'I don't know the toxicity levels of a gecko but it could have been really poisonous. I certainly wouldn't want to take the risk of eating one. 'It's a bit of a joke. It's bad enough I could have served it to my wife or son, but one of my grandchildren could have been eating that meal. 'I spend money in that store religiously every week and there is no recognition of my loyalty in their response. 'I have been offered a measly ten pound voucher. I'm not sure if I'm more disgusted at the lack of empathy or the ridiculous gesture. 'I will not be shopping there again.' Exclusive by Summer Raemason THIS is the disgusting moment a massive spider crawls out of a family's Aldi bananas. Christopher Kirk picked up the fair trade produce at a supermarket on Carnation Way, Ashbourne, in the Peak District during the Easter holiday. When they got to the hotel, Christopher was alerted to the huge arachnid by his screaming two-year-old daughter. She shouted "spider" while her four-year-old sister also recoiled in terror. A stunned Christopher took the, thankfully unopened, bananas straight back to Aldi. He asked the store for a replacement which was accepted. The dad-of-two also uploaded images of the eight legged crawler onto an insect-identifier app. It generated results indicating it was a Huntsman Spider, which is a venomous species found in Asia. Christopher told The Sun: 'The holiday wasn't really disrupted - we just wanted our kids to be able to eat something healthy. 'At the end of the day, I considered it a living creature and I didn't want to harm it myself. 'However, we are now very wary of picking up bananas in a shop and inspect bags of them closely. 'We are also especially wary of loose bananas as it could well have been the bag that contained them that stopped us having a situation where one of us, including our young children, had been bitten." Thankfully no family members were bitten, albeit very shaken up. An Aldi spokesperson referred to Paul Hillyard, a leading authority on arachnids and Science Associate of the Natural History Museum in London. He said: 'The families known for attaching their egg sac to a banana are harmless to humans. "These small spiders sometimes build their nest on a banana because the fruit provides a safe and shady location close to the tiny fruit flies upon which the spiders feed (the spiders have no interest in the banana itself). 'The nesting practices used by these small, harmless spiders are very different to those used by the sort of tropical spiders that might justifiably cause alarm (e.g. the large, agile, huntsman-type spiders and Brazilian Wandering spiders) - most of these carry their egg sac in their jaws or bury it in the leaf litter, rather than attach it to a substrate such as a banana.' An Aldi spokesperson said: 'While it is extremely rare for naturally occurring foreign bodies like this to be found on fruit, it can happen in exceptional circumstances due to outdoor growing conditions. "However, we want to reassure our customers that this type of spider is harmless and poses no risk to their safety.' This comes as other shoppers from supermarkets across the UK have made horrifying discoveries. One customer was left disgusted after discovering some-fin fishy crawling in his Sainsbury's cod - a two- inch parasitic worm. He was looking forward to the fish for his Friday night supper, but lost his appetite after noticing the creepy-crawly. Elsewhere, a couple who ordered a McDonald's to help with their hangovers were left feeling even more sick after discovering a giant bug inside one of the burgers. Cathy Suzuki, 25, ordered the new Homestyle Crispy Chicken and a triple cheeseburger through the UberEats app as she and boyfriend Craig How recovered from the night before. The pair decided to split the £18.80 meal, and cut the chicken burger in half so it could be easily shared. However, when they did, a whopping insect dropped out from between the buns. Meanwhile, another mum found a snail in her McDonald's chicken wrap. And, this is the horrifying moment a family discovered a 'snake-like' creature slithering out of a Sainsbury's potato bag. The stomach-churning footage showed a slimy invader hiding inside the superstore packaging.
