Andy Preston
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Govt Restrictions Are Unacceptable
We tried to communicate with govt but they didn’t listen
They’re imposing restrictions that’ll kill viable jobs & damage mental health
I do not accept the government’s intended restrictions - they’re based on ignorance
Updates to follow
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What’s in a name?
Everything!!
So pleased that our airport is now being rebranded TEESSIDE Airport
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Ladies and gentlemen, Beth Mead
European champion, winner of the Golden Boot AND Player of the Tournament!
Born in Whitby, raised in Hinderwell, played in and for Middlesbrough, graduated from Teesside Uni.
Superstar!
And all beneath a Wembley arch full of Boro scarves!
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I'm calling on Tees politicians to join me to protect Captain Cook’s legacy after campaigners called to remove statues of our famous explorer.
Some have targeted Cook memorials to be taken down.
Cook was a working class hero who rose to be the most celebrated man in Europe.
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We’ve done it!
I couldn’t be prouder to be the new Mayor of Middlesbrough.
Thank you everyone for your votes and the faith you’ve shown in me.
Thank you to all those who supported my campaign - you’ve been amazing!
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Cup success in the last 30 years...
Tottenham
1 English cup final
1 English cup win
1 European final
Middlesbrough
4 English cup finals
1 English cup win
1 European final
And yet Spurs think they should join a European super league!
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When/if the govt announcement becomes law we will conform, 100%
But to be clear: the messaging from govt today represents disregard for local expertise, local knowledge and local needs
Pls note...I don’t welcome endorsements from Covid deniers, conspiracy theorists or doyles
"They are unnecessary, they go too far, they'll damage mental health, and they'll kill viable jobs."
Mayor of Middlesbrough Andy Preston says "if there is a law, I will follow the law... but as things stand, I do not accept these proposals".
Latest:
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Best pic of Newport Bridge ever?
By Michael Shaw Photography
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Awesome entertainment brand STACK is coming to Middlesbrough!
A leisure venue featuring street food and bars, made up 25 shipping containers, will be up and running by March.
It will take up the space opposite our railway station under the A66 where Royal Exchange nightclub was
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Big Weekend - Pls Say Thanks
After two awesome days Middlesbrough‘s properly proud & happy!
Amazing council staff - not politicians - made this happen and are cleaning up as we speak!
Pls retweet or comment on this post to show your appreciation.
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We Will Feed All Kids
In addition to our current ‘hunger free town’ pledge
we’re making last minute plans to make sure all our kids are properly fed at half term
Details to follow
#FreeSchoolMeals
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Beautiful Teesside
Or is it a Greek island?!
What a view from the appropriately named Seaview Restaurant in
#Saltburn
TS12
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Congratulations to Middlesbrough-born Joe Ironside who scored Cambridge United’s winner to knock Newcastle United out of the FA Cup in a major upset.
Joe’s father is former
#Boro
goalkeeper Ian Ironside.
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Should there be a statue for Juninho?
Easily the most popular Boro player of the Riverside era.
If it was life size, it would only be small - so that would keep the cost down!
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Never mind, Newcastle!
Boro still the only north-east team to win a major trophy in the last 50 years!
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I Won't Call For Labour Councillor To Resign
But I do think she posted a stupid and nasty tweet.
We're all capable of saying and doing stupid things on social media.
I think that if Councillor Rooney can humbly apologise then this fuss will probably go away.
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@paulistapark
@OwenJones84
Well said. Of course ciricmstances can increase inclination to shoplift.
But the biggest driver of this epidemic is the lack of interest from the police and courts - they’ve effectively legalised this form of theft
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Boro Manager, World Cup Winner
Jack Charlton passed away today.
He was one of the Boro’s best ever managers - taking us into the top flight of English football on record points!
RIP Big Jack
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We Deserve Tier 2
After big sacrifices things are looking better for Middlesbrough
- infection rates are down 65%
- hospital capacity heading to normal levels
- vaccine arrives next week
Now we should start opening well run restaurants & bars
Pls share
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Boro over England
Some people won’t like this but…the Boro winning is much more important to me than England winning
I don’t understand the Teessiders who are passionate about England but don’t give a monkeys about the Boro - surely local community always comes first?
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Knife Angel In Middlesbrough
From 9.30am on Tuesday the 27 foot tall awe inspiring artwork that is Knife Angel will be based in Centre Sq, TS1
It’s made 100,000 confiscated knives and aims to highlight the issues of knife crime.
Come and see it!
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Aerial shot taken when the Riverside Stadium was still rising from the ground before its opening 25 years ago.
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This £45 million start to a £250 million scheme towards making
#Middlesbrough
#TheDigitalCity
is happening now.
Planning permission goes in within 5 weeks and construction work starts next summer.
Initial investment features 750 seat indoor amphitheatre and 260ft tower
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Beautiful
#Middlesbrough
Amazing
#Teesside
What a fantastic sight this was to see on national TV of superstar musicians entertaining thousands of Teessiders in our own Stewart Park with a backdrop of greenery, trees, countryside and Eston Nab
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Chubby Brown gig set for
@mbro_townhall
- he was never banned but I discovered there was an unwritten policy of not allowing Chubby to play Mbro - as he was “offensive”. But I’m happy to confirm we’ll soon have a date for Chubby’s hometown comeback. If easily offended, don’t go!
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My first day in office as Middlesbrough’s Independent Mayor.
I promise to give 100% and always put Middlesbrough first in all I do.
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My announcement today: The largest single investment in the history of
#Middlesbrough
- £30 million
#digital
campus and 260ft office tower alongside £15 million private residential towers
#TheDigitalCity
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Who remembers Lowcocks Lemonade, Dandelion & Burdock or Cream Soda?
Lowcocks was a much loved
#Teesside
brand for over 100 years.
They had a famous early form of recycling - 10p refund on a returned empty bottle!
Based on Greta Street, Mbro
images
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Beautiful Teesside
The Northern Lights over Saltburn Cliff Lift and Pier
By LG Smithies
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Beautiful Middlesbrough
The Riverside Stadium, home of The Boro
A big summer ahead
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Beautiful Teesside
Saltburn has officially been crowned the best beach in the UK by
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Better late than never
Sneaky MP Andy McDonald has been suspended by the Labour Party. He’s certainly never done anything for the people of Middlesbrough
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Beautiful Teesside
Amazing shot of dolphins close to Yarm Bridge
By Simon McCabe
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I’ll Say It Again...
Well run pubs and restaurants are safe and should remain open!
If govt insists on closing these important places where we socialise they must create a new furlough scheme for workers
#supportsafevenues
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Disappointing to see stupidity and selfishness in TS1 tonight
Stay indoors. Stay safe.
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Beautiful Middlesbrough
Magnificently rejuvenated back alleys in Longford and Meath Street, TS1
Photo taken by Mbro Street Wardens
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Who remembers urinals like this at Boro’s Ayresome Park?
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The Killers - Middlesbrough
Brilliant news - they’re playing at The Riverside, June 13th
I can’t praise Steve Gibson and the Boro enough for everything they do
Bringing such a massive international act to our stadium will set the town alight
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Long weekend away with family at Center Parcs. Been coming here for 15 years and we love it ❤️
Running, cycling, swimming and more. Awesome.
Andy
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It's
#ADHDAwarenessMonth
- & I'm speaking out about it because I’ve been diagnosed with
#ADHD
I've decided to talk about my diagnosis to reassure others with ADHD that they can still achieve great things - but to be aware of their limitations and how to overcome them.
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👏 BRILLIANT NEWS for Middlesbrough !!! 👏
Today’s Budget saw the govt confirm £23 MILLION through their Towns Fund for Mbro!
We’re going to create jobs for all, combining urban living with leisure & working space in a reimagining of central Mbro.
Exciting times ahead!
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Beautiful Middlesbrough
3 Tees giants viewed from the Riverside Stadium
By Ben Taylorson
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On a day when they’re set for a fourth Premier League title in five years, a reminder to Man City of reality before the money kicked in! 😂
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Teesside Covid Heroes No 15 - Harry Cooper
15-year-old Middlesbrough schoolboy Harry has turned his bedroom into a PPE factory - using the 3D printer he got for Christmas to make face visors for frontline Covid workers.
He's taken over 100 orders from key workers. What a star!
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Finally
Big work to improve Middlesbrough train station is starting.
Finally
direct trains to London next year.
It’s taken 1000s of meetings but it’s actually happening
Well done
@BenHouchen
& team, Kevin Parkes and all Middlesbrough Council staff
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Ethical Business Champions No 8 - Steve Gibson
He’s poured £millions into Boro, runs a fantastic charity MFC Foundation to help disadvantaged locals - & MFC, Rockliffe Hall & Bulkhaul support local charities.
They also provide jobs to hundreds of locals - top business ethics
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Thank you Azeem
Of Longlands Travel.
£1,000 donation to Middlesbrough Foodbank in order to help locals in need.
Happy Easter everyone
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D-Day’s Biggest Hero
Middlesbrough’s Stan Hollis won D-Day’s only Victoria Cross.
His extraordinary bravery is acknowledged with a statue beside the Dorman Museum.
We’re very proud of him.
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Historic Middlesbrough
Walkers on Acklam Road early 1900s when it was no more than a countryside track.
The house in the background still stands opposite Trimdon Avenue
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I used completely inappropriate language towards Mbro MP Andy McDonald during a recent debate. We may disagree at times but I don’t believe he is a dishonest man.
He asked me to apologise & I’m happy to do so publicly. I will also make a £500 donation to a charity of his choice
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Ending the Scourge of Fly Tipping
I’m sick of seeing old settees, mattresses, fridges and other large items dumped in the streets of Middlesbrough.
So I’m making council collections for bulky items - £10 until now - free of charge to encourage everyone to act responsibly
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Eton College Is Coming to Middlesbrough!
This is a phenomenal result - not just for Middlesbrough but Teesside as a whole.
The world’s most famous school is choosing to come here.
Middlesbrough is transforming for the better!
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The thoughts and prayers of everyone in the Middlesbrough area are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time.
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Historic Teesside
ICI logo Billingham
Who’s old enough to remember it?
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To show support for victims of Putin’s aggression & inhumanity, I’ve requested Mbro Town Hall flies Ukraine’s colours by the end of today & if possible some of our buildings 🇺🇦
We bear no animosity towards the Russian people - the whole country is a victim of Putin’s bullying.
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Dean and Matty
These lads have been active all day getting people off the streets
We’re doing everything we can to keep everyone safe.
Middlesbrough’s full of great people. We just need to sort out the few idiots.
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Is Middlesbrough's Labour Council whitewashing history to appease the woke minority?
In a baffling move, they're spending money they don't have to rename Captain Cook Square. Local boy Cook, the world's greatest navigator, was the first European to encounter and chart Australia
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Two
#Boro
icons - but who was the greatest?!
I've heard fans describe both Wilf Mannion and Juninho as the best ever Boro star.
Should there be a Juninho statue alongside those of Mannion & Hardwick?
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A Friend of Middlesbrough & all of Teesside.
It was poignant to see Boro’s George Friend taking a moment alone in an empty stadium after what might have been his last home game for the club.
One of football’s good guys - approachable, engaging, loves the club & a good player.
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It's Grim Up North...apparently
How do we put up with this place?
Maybe we were just born lucky!
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Back To Life...
Today I’ve announced plans to bring the tallest building for 35 miles back to life.
Centre North East has stood empty and unloved for years.
More news coming soon.
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This is
#Middlesbrough
Our Local Icons
The much-missed Alastair Brownlee
The Voice of the Boro as commentator for BBC Tees & Century Radio - but Ali was also a hugely positive, lovely guy who did loads in the local community.
He was for many people "Mr Middlesbrough"
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Did you know Middlesbrough has a namesake in Kentucky, USA? Middlesborough - or Middlesboro
as it’s often known there – has a 9,000 population within a meteorite crater!
Middlesboro mayor Rick Nelson is often in touch with me via Twitter, sharing images from their past & present
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Housing group Thirteen is set to start on an fantastic new development of homes in Gresham near Mbro town centre.
I’m talking to them about naming the streets after local heroes.
Perhaps late
#Boro
commentator Ali Brownlee deserves such an accolade?
Any other suggestions?
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Massive generosity for local kids by Mbro-born tech entrepreneur
@DeanBensonVS
who’s made a personal £20,000 donation in our fight against
#digitalpoverty
during the lockdown & school closures.
This will buy laptops & connectivity to help online learning of Mbro & Teesside kids
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Whatever the General Election & local election results...
Let's all remember that it's
#Middlesbrough
and
#teesside
we love and care about.
We might agree or disagree on different issues, but we all want what's best for our area & just work together for q brighter future.
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No parents in Middlesbrough should have to worry about being able to feed their kids.
Middlesbrough Council aims to be a force for social good by helping to feed children who qualify for free school meals next week.
Details have been given about how eligible families will receive the support
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Middlesbrough Military Legend
Stan Hollis VC guards our cenotaph ahead of Remembrance Sunday
Beautiful pic by Stuart Knox
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Beautiful Teesside
This truly stunning shot of Roseberry Topping - which he’s called The Moon and Rose - was taken by Steven McDonald on Friday evening.
He’d love to track down the couple in the photo.
Please RT - let’s make them famous!
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When the hate campaign against you goes to a new level, there’s only one answer:
Parmo & chips in Hemo ❤️
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We’re planning to transform Middlesbrough’s Captain Cook Square shopping centre into the biggest regional leisure hub.
Imagine this place full of thousands of people enjoying leisure, food, drink, retail & socialising.
We’re heading for a MUCH better future.
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Beautiful
#Teesside
Could there be a more iconic shot?
I believe photographer is Stephen Hornsea.
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Awesome Boro
Watched the match in a hotel bar n Albert Rd
So pleased and proud. Must be great for the team, and the 9,400 fans - including the kids who nicked off school to get there 😉
Brilliant.
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Parks Remain Closed
Our high rates of covid infection & other health issues make us the country’s most Covid vulnerable city
I take everyone’s health and our economy very seriously - so I’ve decided to keep parks closed
Sorry if this is disappointing - we will review it soon
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Beautiful Middlesbrough
River Tees, looking towards Billingham
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Ukrainian Refugees
About 150,000 Ukrainians have escaped to neighbouring countries & millions may eventually need a home
Middlesbrough welcomes anyone fleeing bullying and danger. We’ll happily house a fair share of refugees
Ukraine’s flag flies above our town hall ❤️ 🌈
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Middlesbrough's Sikh community given the accolades for their wonderful work giving up to 1,000 free meals to emergency services staff during lockdown.
In recognition of their outstanding efforts, Lorne St Sikh temple regulars were presented with a Teesside Heroes Award.
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Beautiful Teesside
The Northern Lights, as seen from Saltburn Pier on Sunday night.
By The North Yorkshire Gallery Whitby on Facebook
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Stay at home on Sunday.
Sometimes I have to make unpopular decisions I believe are right & I have to say I'm not going to open our parks right now.
Opening our parks now will increase the chances that some M’bro people catch Covid-19 & die.
Stay home, stay safe.
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Beautiful Boro - Newport Bridge lit up in all its glory.
Which other Middlesbrough buildings deserve to be lit up at night to show off their architecture?
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We now know Middlesbrough is up against 38 other towns in vying to win official UK city status.
Mbro is certainly the most disadvantaged town among the entries
As such, it’s a perfect opportunity for the govt to “level up” as city status will open doors to new investment & jobs
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Beautiful
#Middlesbrough
Our 5 historic telephone boxes are back in place - refurbished and ready for a new stage.
They’re between the Town Hall and Empire night club.
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Beautiful
#Teesside
We’re lucky to have such wonderful coastline on our doorstep.
But
#Staithes
must be one of the most dramatic, quaint and visually beautiful coastal villages in the entire country.
#Middlesbrough
#Teesside
#BestPlaceOnEarth
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I'm delighted to announce I'll be standing as an independent in the
#Middlesbrough
mayoral election on May 2nd.
Thank you to everyone who has encouraged me to go for it.
Let's Build a Better Boro!
#BuildaBetterBoro
#Prestonformayor
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I promised to plant 10,000 trees across
#Middlesbrough
over 4 years - but it will be 15,000 over 12 months!
Having secured £500k funding, we’ve already planted 2,000 (incl 10ft trees & saplings).
ALL trees should be in place by March 2021!
#BestPlaceOnEarth
Pic: Mike Nixon
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Teesside Will Play A Major Role In The Fight Against Covid
Pleased to see that
@INEOS
will construct facilities to produce huge quantities of hand sanitiser in the Middlesbrough area
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Amazing night at the Riverside with
@takethat
Definitely the biggest gig in
#Middlesbrough
for what? A week?!
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