Resolved Windows Update - Service not running

Hi, being aware of the need to keep windows 7 updated, I am told, when I try to 'check for updates' that 'Windows updates cannot currently check for updates, because the service is not running. You may need to restart your computer.'

I have restarted several times to no avail. How do I get the computer to check for updates, please?

 

Thanks, Pete but it didn't work

 

Thanks, Pete, that's done it - windows now on update 27/30!