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“YES” – the age at which Brits are most likely to agree to new opportunities has been revealed in a new survey.

A poll of 2,000 adults found 39 per cent are determined to say ‘yes’ more often while 69 per cent admit they ‘play it safe’ in life. 

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It also emerged that just 26 per cent of over 35s feel they are more likely to say yes to opportunities now, than they did 20 years ago.

While the average adult typically turns something down as often as twice a week, it has been revealed that 27 is the age when someone is most likely to say yes to new opportunities.

Of those who felt the opposite, being settled into a routine (41 per cent) was considered the biggest barrier, while others blamed life being more complicated now (35 per cent), being too tired (33 per cent) and wanting to plan things in advance (33 per cent).

And 59 per cent hope to be less ‘afraid’ of taking on new challenges in the future.

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The study was commissioned by Halfords, which is partnering with ‘Yes Man’, Danny Wallace, to highlight the positive benefits of being open to new experiences this summer.

Danny Wallace said: “Twenty years ago I decided to say ‘yes’ to whatever came my way… and it led to the best adventures.

“I went places I would never have gone and I met people I’d never have met. I tried new things and made new memories.

So, when Halfords asked me to celebrate twenty years by hopping in a car and trying more new stuff, it would have been weird to say no.

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“Even though when they asked me if I’d like ‘to go sea kayaking’, I thought they meant they were just going to take me to ‘see kayaking’, which would have been a lot easier.

“That said, saying yes more is something we should all try and build into our days. 

“Yes to something different or new. I wholeheartedly support you doing the same this summer.”

The study also revealed the top things Brits would like to try for the first time, with mastering a foreign language topping the list (21 per cent).

Others would like to skydive or learn a musical instrument (both 15 per cent) or even move abroad (14 per cent).

Go to more gigs and concerts (13 per cent), get a tattoo (13 per cent) and run a marathon (12 per cent) also featured in the top 20 list.

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Commissioned via OnePoll, it also found 27 per cent have been told by others that they should say yes more often.

But 62 per cent reckon they’d be much more inclined to try something new if they were able to prepare for it in advance.

Paul Ray, from Halfords, which is encouraging people to give their car a ‘Free 5 Point Summer Check’ to ensure it’s ready for adventure, said: “While Brits might get set in their ways, 62 per cent feel they would be more likely to say YES if they felt ready for anything, especially when the sun’s out and the kids are off school.

“Saying ‘yes’ more often can open doors you didn’t even know existed.

“Whether it’s trying something new, meeting someone unexpected, or stepping slightly out of your comfort zone, those small yeses can add up to big life shifts.

“Don’t let worrying about the car be the reason you say ‘no’ to a last-minute trip to the beach or a spontaneous camping weekend.”

COPS have reportedly uncovered a plot to behead a British paratrooper, with army families warned to be “vigilant”.

An image of the suspect was circulated by security at a base in Essex.

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Bases in Colchester, where the two Parachute Regiment battalions are stationed, have tightened their security.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed an ongoing incident is being investigated.

Nottinghamshire Police intercepted online messages and are looking into the threat.

It is not yet known whether anyone has been detained.

Military staff at the Colchester base have been warned not to wear any army uniforms or clothing.

There are around 3,500 troops and 750 civilian workers at the base, and both personnel and their families have been warned to be careful.

According to the Mail, the instructions to gate security staff read: “Urgent. All, please disseminate to all your people in camp.

“We have received warning that a man has made threats against members of the Para Regt and wants to carry out a ‘Lee Rigby’ style attack.

“The SCC [Security Control Centre] and main gate have been informed but ensure no Para Regt/military clothing is worn outside camp and remain vigilant.”

The MOD confirmed it is aware of an “online threat”.

The Sun understands the plot is now being investigated by by Nottingham Police.

An Army spokesperson said: “The safety and wellbeing of our personnel is our top priority.

“We are aware of an online threat, which is being investigated by the civilian police.

“Personnel are always advised to remain vigilant and report anything suspicious to the Royal Military Police.”

Lee Rigby was beheaded outside a Royal Artillery barracks in London twelve years ago.

His death in Woolwich, South East London, sent shock waves across the nation.

The 25-year-old was a drummer in the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.

He was returning to Woolwich barracks after working at the Tower of London when he was spotted by his killers in Wellington Street at around 2.20pm.

Michael Adebolajo and Michael Adebowale had circled the barracks in a blue Vauxhall Tigra for an hour hunting for a victim.

As Lee crossed the road, the pair spotted his Help 4 Heroes hoodie and mowed him down in the car.

The killers then leapt out of the vehicle and began stabbing and hacking at Lee’s body with knives and a meat cleaver in an assault so fierce they almost decapitated him.

Then they dragged his body into the road, where brave passer-by Ingrid Loyau-Kennett tried to shield him from further blows.

Adebolajo told onlookers to call the police and urged them to film him as he launched into a rant, his hands soaked in Lee’s blood.

The pair waited for armed cops to arrive, then charged at the patrol car hoping to be martyred. They were both shot and injured.

His family paid tribute to him on what would have been his 30th birthday on July 4 2017.

Mum Lyn Rigby previously said she misses him “every hour, every day”.

She said: “My heart still bursts with pride at every minute of his life.

“My flesh and blood and my adored and only son.”