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Fury as woke council tells staff to avoid the words ‘confident’, ‘driven’ and ‘honest’ in job adverts
A WOKE council wants staff to avoid the words “confident”, “driven” and “honest” in job adverts.
Its barmy bosses class the terms as “gender-coded”.
North Devon Council recruitment training slides seen by The Sun have examples of 52 “masculine-coded words” and 50 “feminine-coded” words.
Other masculine terms to avoid include intellect, lead, principle and ambition.
Feminine terms frowned upon include kind, loyal and polite.
Employers are also urged to not use terms like “years of experience” or “native English speaker” as qualifications.
The guide adds: “Avoid other gender-coded language in your job postings.
“The net result could be that you alienate otherwise qualified candidates and they decide not to apply.”
But a source said: “A lot of these words describe what most people think would be the ideal candidate for any job.
“You’d think councils would want workers to be honest and driven. I guess not.”
Free Speech Union boss Toby Young added: “What this is basically saying is if you identify as a man or a woman, you need not apply.”
North Devon Council declined to comment.
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Antony pops up with assist just 14 minutes into Real Betis debut as fans say ‘Man Utd were the problem’
MANCHESTER UNITED flop Antony has made an immediate impact during his loan stint with Real Betis.
The winger joined United in 2022 following a whopping £86million deal with Ajax.
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However, the Brazil international never lived up to his billing at Old Trafford as he only managed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances with Man Utd.
Antony’s struggles continued this season and that led to him falling out of favour under new manager Ruben Amorim.
That is why the Red Devils offloaded the Brazilian to Real Betis on loan until the end of the season.
And the ex-Ajax star hit the ground running on his first game with Betis in LaLiga against Athletic Bilbao at the Benito Villamarin.
Manager Manuel Pellegrini named him in his starting line-up and the forward showed his worth just 14 minutes into his debut.
Antony fired a shot from the right flank, which was saved by Bilbao goalkeeper Unai Simon.
But the incoming Isco picked up the rebound and opened the scoring for the hosts from close range.
That meant a lot to Antony as he passionately celebrated in front of the Betis fans.
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United supporters were left gobsmacked after witnessing the loanee’s immediate impact in Spain.
This comes after other Man Utd rejects found greener pastures away from Old Trafford, such as Scott McTominay, Anthony Elanga and Jadon Sancho.
And some of the United faithful are starting to believe the club is the reason why so many talented players fail to deliver.
One fan tweeted: “Antony already causing problems. Manchester United were the problem.”
Another commented: “Anthony has provided an indirect assist on his debut. Maybe Manchester United is the problem after all.”
A third wrote: “Ahhahahaha, Antony leaves Man U, gets an assist. That club is so bad.”
This fan said: “Antony with the Assist, Man UTD was obviously the problem.”
And that one posted: “United players are immediately better when they leave United. Antony assist already.”
‘Brilliant and funny’ gush RTE viewers as Danny O’Carroll dedicates performance to dad Brendan on Dancing With The Stars
RTE Dancing With The Stars viewers were all blown away as Danny O’Carroll performed a “brilliant” dance dedicated to his dad.
The hit RTE show returned tonight with the highly anticipated Dedication Night, where each dancer paid tribute the people who have inspired them the most.
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Nine celebrity contestants hit the dance floor for their fifth performance, hoping to impress both judges and viewers.
Brian Redmond, Arthur Gourounlian, Loraine Barry and new judge Karen Byrne were back to give their professional and tough-talking reviews and scores tonight.
Mrs Brown’s Boys star Danny O’Carroll danced an outstanding cha-cha-cha tonight to She’s A Lady by Tom Jones.
The actor fought back tears during the show as he dedicated the performance to his dad Brendan O’Carroll.
Viewers got the chance to see the bond between the dad and son in a special video clip Danny recorded to share with fans before his dance.
Making the connection even stronger, Danny dipped into the family sitcom where he starred as character Buster Brady – with dance partner Salome Chachua glammed up as Agnes Browne herself.
And this is despite the Georgian pro dancer having never seen a single episode of Mrs Brown’s Boys.
The pair made it the closest Dancing With The Stars will ever get to having the real Mrs Brown on the dance floor.
The 41-year-old also got emotional as he spoke fondly about his father during tonight’s show.
The judges were blown away by Danny and Salome’s performance as they gave them a total score of 31.
RTE viewers all raced to social media to gush over the heartwarming dedication dance.
Mark said: “Danny you were brilliant. Nailed it.”
Daisy wrote: “Another great performance, well done.”
Sarah gushed: “Brilliant and funny.”
Matt commented: “Amazing.”
‘FANTASTIC’
Another added: “Fantastic.”
RTE viewers were also left “crying” tonight as Olympian Jack Woolley dedicated his dance to Olympic hero Kellie Harrington on Dancing With The Stars.
Speaking fondly of Kellie on tonight’s show, Jack said: “Kellie is my biggest support and inspiration but most importantly she’s a friend.
“Two weeks after coming home from Tokyo Olympic Games, I was assaulted in Dublin City Centre and had to undergo plastic surgery and ended up getting twenty-seven stitches.
“She was the first person that turned up at my house to make sure I was feeling good and just to make sure I was okay.
“It meant a lot to me because I got to see that caring, loving side of Kellie that not many people get to see in the sporting world.”
In the aftermath of retaining her crown in the women’s 60kg division in Paris, Kellie did a bit of serenading as she led the crowd in a rendition of ‘Grace’ – a song synonymous with The Tones.
As Jack told Kellie he was performing to the much-loved song tonight, the Dubliner responded: “There won’t be a dry eye in the building.”
From hormones to stress, 11 reasons why your sex life is rubbish – and how to get it raunchy and rampant again
WHEN midlife hits, many of us find ourselves juggling more responsibilities than a circus clown.
Between managing careers, families and never-ending to-do lists, it’s no wonder that once fiery bedroom antics can start to feel as sleepy as Sunday afternoon TV.
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Almost a third of midlife couples — 29 per cent — in long-term relationships describe their sex life as “dissatisfying”, while 65 per cent of those in their 50s have sex once a week or less.
But don’t fret — if you’re feeling like a spare part in the romance department, you are certainly not alone.
I’ve worked with countless couples facing a midlife lull in their sex lives, and trust me, a slowdown doesn’t have to be the new normal.
With just a little insight, honesty and some actionable steps, you and your partner can reignite the spark that once had you both swinging from the chandeliers.
1. THE ‘WE’RE TOO TIRED TO TANGO’ TRAP
I CAN’T tell you how often I hear couples complain that they’re simply too exhausted to have sex.
Long days at work, hectic family schedules and general pressures of life can leave you feeling you’ve run a marathon before getting to bed.
Up to 33 per cent of couples say they are “too tired” for sex, which rises to 40 per cent for those whose kids still live at home.
When your batteries are drained, even the thought of intimacy can feel like just one more chore.
I always advise couples to think of sex as an energy-giving activity rather than another drain on their resources.
Start by prioritising rest and relaxation, and set a bedtime that gives enough downtime to decompress.
If that means switching off the TV or scheduling intimate time at a different time of day — mornings, anyone? — go for it.
Remember, fatigue kills libido.
Investing in quality rest can give you the spark you need to embrace each other more passionately.
2. THE ‘DID I MARRY MY HOUSEMATE’ DILEMMA
IT’S easy for couples to slip into a comfortable routine, especially by midlife.
You run the household together, share the bills, parent the kids and become each other’s best friend.
While that closeness is lovely, it can also blur the lines between lover and flatmate — which is sadly how 23 per cent of midlife couples would describe their partner.
If you have fallen into a routine that’s more about whose turn it is to take out the bins than it is about connecting romantically, don’t be surprised if sex slips off the radar.
Make a conscious effort to date each other again.
Plan nights out that involve doing something new or nostalgic, like revisiting your first date spot.
Dress up, flirt shamelessly and remind yourselves that you’re not just partners in crime, you’re lovers.
Shaking up the routine with an occasional spontaneous weekend away can also do wonders for reconnecting romantically.
3. THE OFFICE CRUSH CONUNDRUM
WHETHER it’s your partner’s new colleague who is always impeccably dressed or your own charming gym instructor, it’s not uncommon for eyes — and sometimes minds — to wander.
Midlife can bring a craving for novelty, and that can result in fleeting crushes or emotional connections outside of your relationship.
In fact, one in five of those in long-term relationships confess they have developed a crush on someone who isn’t their partner.
While a crush might seem harmless, it can plant seeds of doubt or a distance that derails your sex life.
Firstly, recognise that a crush often points to something lacking in your current dynamic — maybe it’s excitement, attention or just a spark.
Acknowledge those feelings rather than shaming yourself or your partner.
Openly discuss what might be missing in your relationship and work on injecting that missing piece.
Turning towards your partner and reigniting your connection can often dissolve the allure of someone else.
4. THE COMFORT ZONE COMA
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AFTER years of knowing each other’s bodies and moves inside and out, it is easy to slip into sexual autopilot.
If intimacy has become predictable — same position, same time, same outcome — your brain might switch off simply because it’s all so familiar.
You know you love each other, but your body craves stimulation and variety.
Don’t worry, you don’t have to book a skydiving session to spice things up (unless that’s your thing!).
Start small — try a new location in the house, experiment with different lighting or music, and be open to toys or role-play if you’re both comfortable.
Communicate your fantasies and listen to your partner’s.
Often the sheer act of discussing new ideas can rekindle that sense of adventure.
5. THE TECHNOLOGY TURNOFF
WE’VE all been there — you plan an early night of romance, only to find yourself in bed scrolling through social media, playing a game on your phone or firing off a late-night work email.
Technology has this uncanny ability to worm its way into every moment of our lives, and it’s not exactly an aphrodisiac.
In a survey, one in five admitted that their bedtime screen habits reduced the frequency of sex with their partner.
Make your bedroom a tech-free zone.
Charge your phones in another room, resist the urge to watch TV in bed and use reading or gentle conversation as a wind-down.
Creating a more mindful, intimate space without the glow of screens makes it easier for you both to focus on each other.
Trust me, your sex life will thank you for it.
6. THE BOREDOM BLUES
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CONTRARY to popular belief, boredom isn’t just about lacking new sexual positions or the same old routine, it can also stem from feeling unfulfilled or stagnant in life.
Maybe work isn’t as stimulating, or the empty nest phase has left you wondering what’s next.
Boredom in life often creeps into the bedroom, reducing libido and sexual excitement.
Get curious about what really energises you as individuals and as a couple.
Sign up for that pottery class, plan a hiking trip or take on a new fitness challenge together.
The more you add fresh experiences to your daily lives, the more you’ll feel that buzz of excitement that naturally translates into your sexual dynamic.
Rediscovering the joy of newness can be a real game-changer.
7. THE STRESS SIZZLER
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MIDLIFE can come with a unique set of stressors — worries about ageing parents, financial pressures, or even reevaluating your career path.
High stress triggers the body’s fight-or-flight response, which is the worst mood-killer.
When your mind is racing with a million responsibilities, desire can rapidly fade into the background.
Start by prioritising stress management techniques such as regular exercise, mindful breathing or even therapy sessions if stress is becoming overwhelming.
Create a calming bedtime routine that helps you and your partner wind down.
This could include sharing a short meditation, giving each other a gentle back rub or even listening to a soothing playlist.
When stress is under control, desire often comes roaring back.
8. THE HORMONAL HAVOC
LET’S talk biology for a moment.
Both men and women experience hormonal shifts in midlife that can disrupt libido and sexual functioning.
Women entering perimenopause or menopause can face hot flushes, mood swings and vaginal dryness.
Men can experience lowered testosterone, which can impact sexual desire and performance.
Your body might feel like a stranger, and that can throw a big spanner in the intimacy works.
I always recommend speaking to a healthcare professional if you suspect hormones are at play.
Sometimes, simple solutions such as lubricants, or hormone replacement therapy, can make a huge difference.
And don’t underestimate the power of lifestyle changes.
A nutritious diet, regular exercise and reducing alcohol can all support healthier hormone levels.
Remember, knowledge is power, so get informed and take steps to support your changing body.
9. THE BODY CONFIDENCE BLIP
IF you’re not feeling great about your body, you’re less likely to want to show it off in the bedroom.
Midlife often presents us with new sags, wrinkles or softness in places that were once firm.
It’s natural to compare yourself now to your younger self, and this can chip away at confidence.
Nearly half — 47 per cent — of midlife women say concerns about their appearance make it less likely that they would initiate sex.
Instead of focusing on what you don’t like, shift your attention to what your body can do.
You might take up a new physical hobby, such as dancing, yoga or swimming, which helps you appreciate your body’s abilities.
Remind yourself that confidence is sexy, and your partner likely admires you more than you realise.
Celebrate each other’s bodies by sharing compliments.
And consider sensual, not necessarily sexual, touch such as massages or cuddling to build intimacy.
10. THE SILENT TREATMENT SYNDROME
ONE of the commonest blocks to a healthy sex life is when communication is lacking.
Maybe you have never been comfortable discussing what you like in bed, or perhaps lingering resentments have built up over time and gone unaddressed.
Silence creates a breeding ground for misunderstandings, resentments and unmet needs.
I encourage couples to be brave and start the conversation, even if it feels awkward at first.
Choose a relaxed, neutral space, perhaps during a leisurely walk or over a glass of wine, and share your feelings honestly but kindly.
Focus on using “I” statements: “I feel disconnected” or “I miss our closeness”.
Encourage your partner to do the same.
When you remove the guesswork and talk openly, you can tackle issues long before they fester and overshadow your desire for each other.
11. THE PASSION OVERLOAD MYTH
THERE’S a common misconception that if your sex life isn’t blazing hot all the time, something is fundamentally wrong.
Many midlife couples measure their sex life against the intensity of their early years or what they see in films and social media.
This unrealistic expectation can set you up for disappointment, frustration and a vicious cycle of feeling like failures in the bedroom.
Remember, sex is about quality, not quantity.
Shift your perspective from chasing fireworks to nurturing deeper, more meaningful intimacy.
Accept that your connection might evolve over the years, and that’s perfectly normal.
Focusing on closeness, emotional intimacy and mutual satisfaction can be more fulfilling than any idealised Hollywood version of lust.
Let go of the pressure to perform and embrace the emotional and physical bond you share.
I jumped in front of lorry after blowing savings at casino – now it’s a joy to be alive, says Clarke Carlisle
AFTER being released from his club ten years ago, former footballer Clarke Carlisle lost a £100,000-a-year TV job and blew much of his life savings in one trip to a casino.
The same night as that loss, the ex-Premier League star, who was battling depression, went missing before jumping in front of a truck in an attempt to end his life.
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But today, the 45-year-old speaks of the joy of being alive — and explains that instead of turning to gambling in his dark days, he now seeks solace . . . by hiding behind the fridge.
Clarke and his wife Carrie work to help others facing suicidal thoughts, holding online talks and courses for people dealing with mental health issues.
The defender, whose clubs included Blackpool, Burnley and QPR, said: “I have been to the edge of existence.
“Now I can proudly say I’ve not had an episode of depression for years. I’ve not needed meds for three years. I am the most well I’ve ever been.”
Carrie added of one of his new coping mechanisms: “He literally goes and hides behind the fridge. He goes there and takes a little moment.
“I won’t even know he’s there, and I’ll open the fridge and the fridge light will go on and I’ll see the ears from his Batman onesie.”
Clarke, who has two children with Carrie and three from previous relationships, added: “I know when I start coming down and I need to withdraw. I would stand in the dark, on my own and in my own thoughts.
“So I would stand there when I needed to with-draw. The key part of it, it is also where the radiator is. When I do experience depression, I physically get cold. It’s about finding the way for you to deal with things.”
Clarke, who was chairman of the Professional Footballers’ Association and has also appeared as a contestant on TV game show Countdown, said: “I was a perfectionist as a footballer, critical of things that I would do.
“I was in an environment where it is about wins and losses. I tried to replicate that in normal life and in my relationships. My self-worth was governed by results and performances on this pitch.
“So if we won, I felt great. I was a good human and then that would give me positivity going into all my wider interactions, because in my head, that makes me a good dad, a good husband, a good son.
“If we lost, that meant I was a terrible human because other people were sad and I’d let them down, which made me a bad dad, a bad husband, a bad brother.
“Now I prioritise the things that matter. I meditate a lot, I pray, I prioritise family. I make sure I put the kids to bed at least once a week.
“I make sure that they can come into my bedroom and jump on me in the morning. And Carrie and I make sure we have monthly date nights.”
With the annual mental health awareness Time To Talk Day next Thursday, Clarke said he still finds exercise triggers pressures he felt in his playing days and gets PTSD around the anniversary of his suicide bid.
He is now calling for an independent body to oversee the mental health of all footballers in the UK.
‘Terrible human’
Ex-TV presenter Carrie, a former alcoholic, said starting the process of writing a series of self-help material, such as Shut Up, Alcohol, played a part in helping Clarke get better.
Clarke was released by Burnley in 2012 and in 2014 lost his £100,000-a- year ITV Champions League pundit role before that fateful trip to the casino. He then went missing before throwing himself in front of a lorry on the A64 Leeds to York dual carriageway.
Clarke was airlifted to Leeds General Infirmary. He suffered cuts, bruises, internal bleeding, a broken rib and a shattered left knee.
On Christmas Day 2014, he was admitted as an in-patient to a psychiatric unit in Harrogate and placed on suicide watch.
He remained there until he was discharged in February 2015, when, shortly after, he did an interview with The Sun.
Ten years on, Clarke said: “After that, I knew I was very unwell. In the lead-up to that, I was being very negative, hypercritical, insular.
“I’d never done anything about my depression, and I was clinically depressed.
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“I didn’t take medication for a myriad of reasons but predominantly because I thought, ‘I’m a man and a Premier League footballer’. I didn’t understand that my thoughts were different or dangerous.
“A lot of it was tied into self-worth. I do have an analytical mind. I was using alcohol so that my brain stopped thinking. I was using gambling so that my brain was thinking about something else.
“I’m really blessed I never got into drugs. If I had I would be dead now.
“Football was pretty much the only thing I thought gave me value. So when I left, I was totally bereft of anything that anyone else valued about me.
“I brought my football home, the perfectionism, the autistic portion, compulsive aspect, the need for everything to happen at this time, at this pace, immediate success or failure. There’s no middle ground.
I knew then he was an amazing, handsome man. And I know that even more to this day
Carrie
“And it’s a dynamic that is ingrained within you, and everything falls into these two categories.
“For the first year of my therapy, I had to discover this middle ground of things just being OK, being good enough.
“Because in football that had never been good enough, because it’s not the best, it’s not perfect. This transferred into relationships. It was so, so destructive. It was dangerous.”
In 2016, Clarke met Carrie, who worked as an ambassador at football anti-racism charity Kick It Out.
She said: “It was a whirlwind romance. We gave each other our business cards and I don’t think we ever thought we’d see each other again.
‘Dead by tomorrow’
“But he emailed and we went for dinner. Within five minutes of sitting down for dinner, he was like, ‘We are gonna get married, have babies’. On the second date he brought his psychiatric papers.
“We moved in together three weeks later. Then we got engaged a few months later. And then nine weeks after, we got married.
“I knew then he was an amazing, handsome man. And I know that even more to this day. I’m obsessed with him.”
The pair worked with each other to support their needs, Carrie with her anxiety and Clarke with his depression.
But in 2017, Clarke went missing again and was eventually found in Liverpool before being taken to a psychiatric facility in Blackburn.
Carrie said: “When Clarke was found, I wanted to bring him home. I was six months pregnant and I was like, ‘Let’s just go back to this place’, because up to 24 hours ago, I didn’t know anything was wrong.
“Luckily, someone took me aside and said, ‘OK, Mrs Carlisle, if you take him home, he’ll be dead by tomorrow’. And that was a slap in the face that I needed.”
Clarke then began counselling. He said: “I started to dig deeper and realised I needed to be well.
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“I needed to be alive. I wanted to be here.”
Carrie asked him to read through some thoughts she had around her Shut Up, Alcohol method, which she developed in 2006.
Clarke said: “The incredible thing about my awesome wife is that she’s been able to put that into a clear and really quite simple process of self-progression and self-accountability, and it brings the power back when you’re talking about your mental health.
“You’re not waiting on the NHS to come and fix you.
“She asked me to read something she was writing about other issues and it helped me with my attitude to gambling.”
Using her Shut Up method, Carrie has written more than 20 books, as well as devising courses to accompany each one.
The pair offer online talks and courses for issues such as alcohol, gambling and suicidal thoughts.
Carrie said: “Most people don’t want to die.
“They just can’t live like this any more. We aim to guide them on their own journey out of it.
“We both see it as a great opportunity to pay our own lived experiences forward.”
I do miss certain moments of football
Clarke Carlisle
Clarke, who now has a degree in psychology, says he is in the best shape mentally he has been for years. He is “finally able” to enjoy watching football again.
But he said: “I can’t go and do a simple run without thinking, ‘Oh, you’re only cheating yourself. You can go faster than this’, or ‘You should have been in the Olympics next year’.”
“But I do miss certain moments of football — the first day of the season, a magnificent end of the season, a successful season.”
Last week, ex-Premier League referee David Coote said he would be prioritising his mental health after a series of scandals led to him being stripped of his job.
And Clarke now wants an independent advisory board for players and referees to help them deal with mental health.
He said: “It would great to see a new independent body. They need to stop acting in silos, whether it’s the individual organisations — EFL, Premier League, the WSL, the Championship, the PFA, the FA.
“They’re all individual things and giving cursory nods to each other’s activities.
“But there is no continuation of care. We need an external third party, an advisory board.
“But everyone, even if you are not in football, should be aware that there is help out there.
“I have a professional coach. I have the people who I trust. I prioritise the things that make me feel good and keep me well, irrespective of what’s going on.
“I am proof that you find a path. You just need to talk to the right people.”
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Help for mental health
If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support.
The following are free to contact and confidential:
- Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123, jo@samartiands.org.uk
- CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
- Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41
- Shout (for support of all mental health) www.giveusashout.org/get-help/, text 85258 to start a conversation
Mind, www.mind.org, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Email info@mind.org.uk or call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary).
YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too.
Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.org, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate).
Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales.
Maura Higgins flashes her sexy knickers in sizzling new shoot after glam night out in London
MAURA Higgins flashed her sexy knickers in a sizzling new shoot after hitting London for a glam night out.
Love Island star Maura, 34, looked sensational as she posed in a pink Alo hoodie and matching socks, playfully lounging on a cream sofa.
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Adding a vintage touch, she accessorised with a retro camera while showcasing the brand in a series of Instagram snaps.
Sharing the shots with her followers, Maura captioned the post: “Sundays. @alo Ad.”
The star’s fans went wild in the comments section, with one gushing: “Omg neeeed this!!!!!!”
Another added: “So pretty in pink,” with a third saying: “Absolutely stunning.”
Maura’s comfy day in came after she joined some pals for a night out in Mayfair, where she wore a rather daring outfit.
The I’m A Celeb babe came dangerously close to a wardrobe malfunction as she showed off her killer tanned legs in a pair of teeny red leather shorts.
Stepping out of the hotel, Maura went braless as she wore a matching long-sleeve top to complete the look.
The influencer kept her hair slicked straight with tiny flicks at the end.
However, she became aware quickly that she may have gone a little too risky, laughing as she covered up her modesty with her hands and a giant clutch.
The star then had to fight against the elements as she led the group of girls to Cipriani restaurant, before they headed off to cocktail bar Dover Yard and then Mistress of Mayfair.
Maura was seen crossing the street as she guided her friends through London for the evening, but keeping a tight grip on her purse which she held close to her tummy.
The night out was in honour of celebrating her friend Leah Taylor’s birthday, with the stunning group making sure it was a night to remember.
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Micheal Martin vows Govt will continue to fight for agreement for undocumented Irish in US amid fresh fears over Trump
TAOISEACH Micheal Martin has promised the Government will keep fighting to land an agreement for undocumented Irish people living in the United States.
There’s over 50,000 undocumented Irish living and working in the US, according to figures reported by American TV network CNN back in 2017.
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And there are fears among the undocumented Irish in the US that they could be sent packing as President Donald Trump ramps up his campaign against illegal immigrants in the country.
Many of them have made their lives in America and have jobs and families after remaining in the US after their 90-day visa waiver scheme expired.
Addressing the issue, Taoiseach Martin said: “It has been very challenging for those who are undocumented in terms of their security and their lives.
“Many have established families and so forth there.
“But we would always be anxious and what we have always been seeking has been a legal channel where we could create opportunities for people to live in the US and vice versa for Americans living in Ireland.
“The problem is that that has been the case for a considerable length of time.
“I was involved in that in an earlier time when I was Foreign Minister, in terms of creating the work holiday programme, for example, which can then lead to visas for permanent work.
“It is quite limited but we managed to negotiate that and renegotiate it recently when I was Foreign Minister again.
“I think that is the most effective way to deal with this.”
The Fianna Fail leader added: “It has been very hard to get agreement in the House of Representatives for the past two decades on the undocumented.
“We were very unlucky not to be part of the Australian visa system – we lost by one vote in the Senate.”
“But we will continue to raise the issues and we will continue to advocate on behalf of Irish citizens.”
He also said the Irish Government would work with President Trump and his administration in the years ahead as had been done in the past.
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