The confession came after former professional boxer David Haye verbally attacked Thomas during Friday (April 17) night’s episode of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here – South Africa on ITV1 and ITVX.

Thomas said he was unable to take part in the latest challenge, Termite Terror, because he was dehydrated and not feeling well.

Following this admission, Haye said: “It would be amazing if you got off your a**e and did something, rather than chatting s**t the whole time, that’s what I think would be good.

“Stop whining about dehydration, you ain’t done s**t since you’ve been here.”

He also went on to call Thomas “useless”, before Gemma Collins and Scarlett Moffatt stepped in to defend him.

The spat came just a day after Thomas cost the camp two stars for bringing chocolate back from the recent Bush Banquet.

Adam Thomas breaks silence following spat with David Haye

Thomas took to Instagram over the weekend to reveal he was at his “absolute limit” while filming I’m a Celebrity – South Africa as he was suffering from arthritis.

He said taking part in the latest series of the popular ITV reality series was “one of the toughest things I’ve ever been through”, and the argument with Haye “broke him”.

The 37-year-old said: “Not going to lie,this picture breaks my heart, as I know on the inside what I was dealing with and truth be told I thought it was all my fault. I now know that’s not the reality…

“My time in I’m a Celebrity South Africa was one of the toughest things I’ve ever been through, physically, mentally, and emotionally.

“Watching it back hasn’t been easy at all. There were moments I felt pushed to my absolute limit, and if I’m honest, times I didn’t even recognise myself.

“Living with arthritis is something I don’t really talk about, as much as I should do…but in there it really took its toll.

“My biggest fight was pretending to put on a brave face and trying to hide the pain! That can be exhausting within itself. There were days my body just didn’t want to keep going, but I did.

“I won’t sit here and say I handled everything perfectly, because I didn’t. I wish I spoke up for myself sooner.

“I wish I stood my ground instead of trying to keep the peace, but I’ve learned that being kind doesn’t mean being weak, and sometimes it takes going through tough moments to find your voice.

“Since coming out, I’ve taken time to process everything, and I’m in a much better place now. I let go of the anger, had the conversations I needed to have, and chose peace.

“What I’m most proud of, is at times like this I wanted to walk, I wanted to quit but I didn’t.

“Even when I wanted to walk away, even when it felt like too much, I never give up! And that means everything to me.

“He broke me in there, he pushed me to my limits, and I’ve told David this and he’s apologised and that’s that! I’ve moved on now, am not one to hold a grudge.

“But thank you for all your lovely messages and all the kind words.

“We all face people and situations that try to break us, but sometimes those moments are what rebuild you stronger than ever. Be kind.”

His fellow campmates were quick to leave messages of support on the post, with Moffatt commenting: “Awwww Adam I bloody love you. You’re one of the kindest men I know, if my little boy ends up being as caring as you then I know I’ll have done a good job a mam. Lots of love.”

Pussycat Dolls star Ashley Roberts added: “Adam bless you. You have such a big heart. I’m sorry you struggled in there.”

Thomas’ brothers Scott and Ryan also commented on the post.

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Scott wrote: “I wish I could have been there for you my brother…it makes me so angry that you went through that…but I’m so proud of how you’ve come out of the other side of all this…the strongest you’ve ever been and on an incredible journey…standing in your power.”

While Ryan joked: “I would like to say i would stick up for you in there but hes not the guy to pick a fight with. We need to give @tonybellew a call bro.”

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The United Reformed Church (URC) Wessex Synod has welcomed the formal legal notice issued late last month.

Raise the Colours Oxfordshire has been placing England and UK flags all around the county in the name of patriotism.

But the movement has attracted a lot of criticism, with allegations of intimidation and threatening behaviour from some members towards people and council staff.

Oxfordshire County Council recently said they had spent £15,000 taking the flags down (Image: Raise the Colours Oxford)

The council said the installations were not an act of patriotism but “an act of intimidation and division that is having a real and damaging impact on our communities”.

Revd Dr Michael Hopkins, moderator of the URC Wessex Synod expressed praise for the council’s action and “commitment to social cohesion” and said: “Churches are called to be people of hope, not fear.

“We welcome any step that helps ensure our streets and public spaces are places of safety, dignity, and neighbourliness for all.

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“As A Million Acts of Hope approaches, we want to affirm all that brings communities together, and to bear witness to the God who calls us away from division into compassion, justice, and a shared common life.”

The URC is joining faith groups and other organisations in supporting the national “A Million Acts of Hope” week of action, taking place in May.

The initiative is designed to show that “there is more that connects us than divides us”, the church said.

Liz Leffman (Image: Oxfordshire County Council)

As reported, Oxfordshire County Council leader Liz Leffman said: “We are proud of our diverse communities in Oxfordshire and of being the first county council to be awarded local authority of sanctuary status.

“We proudly fly the Union Jack and St George’s flags, which are visible symbols of democracy and unity.

“However, the widespread installation of flags by Raise the Colours is not a sign of patriotism. It is an act of intimidation and division that is having a real and damaging impact on our communities.

“Our residents report feeling distressed, unwelcome and unsafe in their own neighbourhoods.

“Our teams removing the flags, together with residents who have challenged the individuals installing them, have been subject to abuse and threatening behaviour. This is totally unacceptable.”

Security has also been deployed by the council when staff are taking down flags put up in the streets following incidents of bad behaviour.

Police launched a criminal investigation into a “confrontational” incident while England flags were being put up along Oxford’s Abingdon Road in March.

“Where criminal offences are identified, we will take appropriate and proportionate action in respect of the offenders,” Thames Valley Police said.

GreenSquareAccord (GSA), a social landlord serving Oxfordshire, supported 29 community projects last year through its Community Impact Fund, awarding more than £50,000 in grants.

The fund supports customer groups, charities, and voluntary and community organisations working in GSA communities.

Sian Every, community investment and social value lead at GSA, said: “It is fantastic to see our Community Impact Fund continue to grow, supporting a diverse range of community organisations and awarding more grants each year.

“Thanks to increased donations from some of our suppliers, as part of their social value commitments, we were able to increase the maximum grant available from £1,000 to £2,000 per project.

“We are grateful to the GSA Customer Panel for judging the applications and to our supply chain partners for their contributions to the funding pot.

“Their support strengthens the impact we can make together.”

During the 2025–26 financial year, GSA awarded £51,467 through the fund—more than double the £20,542 distributed the previous year.

Projects supported include a £2,000 grant to Oxford Hospitals Charity for the refurbishment of the Jane Ashley Garden, £978 to Rose Hill Junior Youth Club, and £1,000 for a community kitchen supporting women on low incomes.

The fund prioritises projects that help customers develop financial and employment skills, improve digital inclusion, and promote health and wellbeing.

Other supported initiatives include strength and balance classes for older people in Walsall, coached netball sessions for women in Melksham, and assisted reading programmes in Oxfordshire.

GSA owns and manages more than 3,800 social homes across Oxfordshire.