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Metro
4 days ago
- Metro
Benefits cheat mum said she had severe MS while posting about running 10k races
A mum-of-three convicted of exaggerating her disability to claim more than £22,000 in benefits has been ordered to repay the money. Sara Morris, 50, who has Multiple Sclerosis, said it left her struggling with balance and too weak to stand at the cooker or get out of the bath without help. She also said she suffered anxiety leaving the house which left her in tears after a trip to the pharmacy to collect medication. But photos Morris posted to her Facebook account showed her regularly running 5km and 10km races as part of the Stone Master Marathoners club in her home town of Stone, Staffordshire. Investigators carried out surveillance over a 15-day period in 2023 and saw her running twice, including in a five-mile race, which she completed 'without assistance and showed no signs of balance problems'. Further checks confirmed she had taken part in 73 races between May 2019 and December 2022. Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court heard Morris was diagnosed with MS in 2005. Last year she pleaded guilty to dishonestly making a false statement to obtain a benefit in 2020, and was jailed for eight months. She was found to have been overpaid £20,528.83 between October 2020 and April 2023, benefiting from the false statement to the tune of £22,386.02 in total. Multiple Sclerosis symptoms vary widely from patient to patient, and in some cases can disappear completely before coming back in a relapse. When interviewed in May 2023, Morris said her MS had worsened. She admitted to being a member of the running club, a fact she did not mention in her benefits claim, but said she filled out the form on her 'worst day'. Paul Cliff, mitigating, said Morris' marriage had broken down in early 2020 and that 'she lost her home because of financial problems and was struggling to keep her head above water financially'. He said the 'severity of [Morris' condition] ebbs and flows to a degree', adding: 'But it is accepted by her that the application did not give the full picture. 'It crossed over into the realms of dishonesty. 'The application did not give the full picture. She did say running was one of the ways she tried to manage her MS. 'She has found it difficult to come to terms with her dishonesty.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Rest easier with Emma Sleep's Summer Sale – shop our top picks with up to 20% off MORE: Moment Scottish gangster chased through his Spanish pub and shot dead MORE: Thomas Frank odds-on favourite to become next Tottenham manager if Ange Postecoglou gets sacked
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Moment cycling hero Sir Chris Hoy forced to leave room at 4am amid cancer fight after bathroom floods through ceiling
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR CHRIS HOY has more than enough to contend with right now without having to worry about water leaking through his hotel roof at 4am. But that's the fate which the inspirational Scottish cycling star had to contend with in the early hours of the morning when a guest situated above him left the bath on. 3 Sir Chris Hoy forced to leave room at 4am Credit: Instagram / @chrishoy1 3 Sir Chris Hoy poses at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid last month Credit: The Mega Agency 3 Sir Chris Hoy forced to leave room at 4am Credit: Instagram / @chrishoy1 The Olympic cycling legend revealed in October that his prostate cancer is terminal. Hoy, 49, has been given just two years to live by doctors, but has approached his condition with inspiring positivity. He still has a busy calendar of events - as he gives inspirational speeches and raises funds for charity in addition to promoting his autobiography. So he could have done without the hotel drama which he experienced at 4am. He took to his Instagram account to share video of water gathering in massive puddles in his bathroom as it trickled down from the level above. And he wrote: "Big shoutout to the person who left their bath running upstairs and caused me to have to move room as at 4am." Hoy - whose wife Sarra was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis shortly after Hoy's announcement - has made multiple appearances to raise awareness. Who could forget the ovation he got from Scotland rugby fans as he delivered the match ball for the game against Ireland? He gave a rousing speech at the BBC Sport Personality of the Year Awards in December. He also presented darts sensation Luke Littler with the Ballon d'Art trophy in January - an emotional appearance which left viewers in tears. Sir Chris Hoy's wife Sarra in tragic admission after Olympian's terminal cancer diagnosis as shares her own health fight Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Jobs boost for Wexford as leading home care provider announces plans for 40 new hires
Dovida, which recently rebranded from Home Instead and has been providing care to ageing adults in Ireland since 2005, announced plans to hire up to 40 caregivers across Wexford as they set out plans to increase capacity in the sector and expand its service offerings in the county. The roles will be a combination of full and part-time positions, offering competitive rates of pay, flexible schedules, and comprehensive, sector-leading training through the Home Care Professionals Academy. Speaking at the launch of Dovida's local office in Wexford, Martin Murphy, General Manager of Dovida Wexford, said: 'We are delighted to be joined by our Caregiver of the Year, Sally Holden, to celebrate this wonderful occasion. We are excited about welcoming more caregivers like Sally to our team. They will help us meet the growing need for home care services in Wexford and make it possible for more people to receive the support they need to live comfortably and independently at home. 'Caregivers joining our team can expect comprehensive training, a dedicated local team and supportive environment as well as opportunities to grow professionally and develop a rewarding career in home care,' he said. Dovida currently provides person-centred home care services to 8,000 people across Ireland. Historically, the majority of the organisation's client base consisted of people in the over-65 age group. However, Dovida now cares for clients of all ages, with 10 per cent under 65, while children under 18 make up one per cent of people cared for. Dovida's services have adapted to the varied needs of its clients, and the company now provides services to support people living with an acquired brain injury, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Motor Neurone Disease, as well as helping children and young adults with additional needs. 'We believe in quality home care that empowers people to live with dignity, independence, and comfort in familiar surroundings,' Martin Murphy said. 'That means keeping them in their own home, connected to their family, friends and communities for as long as possible. Social interaction and companionship are crucial for maintaining good mental health and supporting those experiencing cognitive decline, particularly older people. 'As an organisation with deep roots in the community, we understand the value of connection and it's fantastic to be in a position to grow our team so we can support more and more people throughout Wexford,' Martin concluded. Dovida caregivers provide essential support to ageing adults and people living with disabilities in their own homes. The organisation's person-centred approach means that its caregivers build meaningful connections with their clients and empower them to live fuller, more independent lives. Dovida welcomes applications from people from all walks of life and is committed to supporting them every step of the way. People interested in pursuing a rewarding career in caregiving are encouraged to visit
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Green Bay City Council member Chris Wery resigns, moving outside district to care of wife, mother
GREEN BAY — City Council member Chris Wery never expected to have to give up one love to take care of another. In a Monday evening Facebook video, Wery announced his resignation from the City Council after 21 years on the job because he'll be moving outside of his district to take care of his wife and his mother. Wery said his wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis about 10 years ago and requires extra care. His mother has breast cancer and early dementia, he said, and can no longer live on her own. "Rather than a nursing home or care facility, I decided to take her in and combine the care they both need. However, my current home could not accommodate this setup." Howdy Everyone!This is an announcement I never thought I would make. I will be moving and stepping down as your Alderman. All things have their season, and in their times all things pass under 2002 (except for 2 years by the esteemed Jesse Brunette) I have served as your Alderman. To say it has been an honor is a profound understatement. This entrusted role has been the passion of my life. I will miss it greatly. As I always tell my kids, if you tell God your life plans, he will wife was diagnosed with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) about a decade ago and increasingly requires extra care at home. Recently, my mother Patricia has dealt with breast cancer and some early dementia. She can no longer live in her home alone. Rather than a nursing home or care facility, I decided to take her in and combine the care they both need. However, my current home could not accommodate this much as I cherish my role as Alderman, my love and duty to them comes first. We made the difficult decision to sell my mom's home, eventually sell our home and move in together at a better equipped one. My last council meeting will be Tuesday, May 6th. Anyone living in the district can apply to serve out the remaining year thru April 2026. The city council will vote and choose who they believe should replace me. If you have any interest, give it a shot. More information will be coming from the city and myself as the time approaches. Let me know if you have questions about this.I have met so many wonderful people over the past 2 decades. You have been friends and family through all the issues we have encountered. I hope my newsletters, emails and Facebook page kept you informed and allowed you to voice your opinion. I will have more to say as May grows closer…. just wanted to get this out to you right Bless,Chris Posted by Alderman Chris Wery, District 8 City of Green Bay on Monday, March 3, 2025 For a bigger space, he is moving out of the district he's represented since 2002, District 8 that includes Lambeau Field and Colburn Park. His last City Council meeting will be May 6. Many have tried to unseat the council member from his chair in the City Council chamber. Only Jesse Brunette succeeded in 2012 before Wery got his District 8 seat back in 2013. Wery attributed his long tenure to his attention to detail that went into helping others, keeping reams of notebooks and emails of notes, he said in his Facebook video. In the time that the UW-Green Bay graduate of history and human development has been in his council member seat, he's been at the center of fierce controversy and debates ― debates being one of his loves, according to Wery's Facebook video. He attracted public attention in 2014 for quizzing a Muslim resident about her political beliefs when the resident had asked about the city's bus service. He formally apologized in 2016 for accessing an opponent's financial records through his temporary job at Associated Bank. And he fought back resignation requests in 2020 after encouraging "patriots" to defend Green Bay after racial tensions erupted in Kenosha. He's prided himself in previous election questionnaires for not shying away from confrontation to uphold his convictions. It's put him up against former Mayor Jim Schmitt over campaign finances and current Mayor Eric Genrich over recording devices in City Hall. As policy goes, the council member has previously campaigned on developing Green Bay's commerce and industry. Most recently, he motioned for the approval of a mixed-use development in front of Lambeau Field in his district, citing the site's future tax benefits as his reasoning. In his resignation video, Wery deemphasized the big topics that make headlines in his, saying that it's "such a little part of a [City Council member's] job." He continued, "You need to have lightheartedness in life, you really do. Take it too seriously and it'll burn you out real quick." "I love this job," he said in his Facebook video. "It's the greatest thing I've ever done. It's the passion of my life. I love it." He wiped his watering eyes. "Gosh darn it, I wasn't going to do that, but I did it. So much for stoicism, lol." A replacement to serve out the rest of Wery's term until April 2026 will be selected by a City Council vote. Jesse Lin is a reporter covering the community of Green Bay and its surroundings, as well as politics in northeastern Wisconsin. Contact him at 920-834-4250 or jlin@ This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Green Bay City Council member Chris Wery resigns
