Devon
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Mapped: UK areas in drought as thousands issued supply warning ahead of winter
Rainfall was 80 per cent lower than average in September in some areas
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Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs
Shabana Mahmood says there is "insufficient protection" for those who play a role in public life.
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Mahmood orders urgent security review after killing of Ann Widdecombe
Home secretary also expands police support ‘with immediate effect’ for high-profile public figures not currently MPs
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B&M to open 8 new stores before the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations
B&M is scheduled to open eight new UK stores by the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations.
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B&M to open 8 new stores before the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations
B&M is scheduled to open eight new UK stores by the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations.
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County Durham Beefeater among 110 old pubs saved after takeover creating 1,000 jobs
More than 100 former Beefeater, Brewers and Cookhouse sites will reopen after being acquired by Queensway Inns and Common Table Group.
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B&M to open 8 new stores before the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations
B&M is scheduled to open eight new UK stores by the end of 2026 - see the full list of locations.
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Meet the North East teenager aiming to become the first female Royal Marine
A Northumberland teenager hopes to become the first woman to complete the Royal Marines’ gruelling Commando training programme.
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Beauty sector helping plug gaps in UK high streets amid boom in salons – report
Hair and beauty salons alone account for around a fifth of leisure sites in smaller high streets, taking the same share as pubs, bars and cafes.
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Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
Though mostly visible near the Arctic Circle, the natural phenomenon dazzled sky-gazers as far south Devon, Hampshire and Kent
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Northern Lights: Aurora stun UK down to England's south coast
The natural phenomenon, known as the Aurora Borealis, is the result of increased solar activity.
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Widdecombe suspect had 'particular hostility to Reform', court told
Kerry is charged with the murder of the 78-year-old former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman.
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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect had ‘hostility towards Reform’, court told
Joshua Kerry is accused of murdering the Reform UK spokesperson and targeting Nigel Farage in an alleged terror plot
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Ed Davey faces growing revolt against leadership as senior Lib Dem MP quits
Treasury spokesperson Charlie Maynard reportedly resigned in attempt to unseat leader as party slips in polls
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Ann Widdecombe killing ‘inextricably linked’ to Farage terror plot, court told
The killing of Ann Widdecombe and targeting of Nigel Farage’s home by an alleged extreme left-wing terrorist were “inextricably linked”, a court has heard.
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Charity hike across Shropshire Hills raises more than £2,100 for young people
A 30km charity hike from Environment Bank has raised more than £2,100 for Black2Nature.
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Ann Widdecombe suspect to appear at crown court charged over Farage terror plot
The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe is set to appear at crown court charged over a terror plot at Nigel Farage’s home.
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Charity hike across Shropshire Hills raises more than £2,100 for young people
A 30km charity hike from Environment Bank has raised more than £2,100 for Black2Nature.
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County Durham birch misses out on Tree of the Year award
The Bollihope Birch near Frosterley has missed out on being crowned the UK's Tree of the Year.
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Estate agent loses £200k court battle with race driver neighbour over hedge ‘wall’
Sarah Douglas moved into her £700,000 Devon hilltop house, which boasts far-reaching views’ across the sea and coastline in 2017
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Newcastle: Wonky wych elm is Tree of the Year
It is the first time a tree in Northern Ireland has won the national title since it was launched in 2014.
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Aldi reveals locations for 10 new UK stores opening in 2027
Aldi has revealed 10 new UK store locations opening in 2027 as part of its £900m expansion - see the full list.
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Huge £200k bill for estate agent boss in hedge battle with rally driver neighbour
Sarah Douglas moved into her £700,000 Devon hilltop house, which boasts far-reaching views’ across the sea and coastline in 2017
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Man arrested in murder investigation after woman found dead
Police responded to reports of a man creating a disturbance at a property
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Aldi reveals locations for 10 new UK stores opening in 2027
Aldi has revealed 10 new UK store locations opening in 2027 as part of its £900m expansion - see the full list.
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Bendy elm still standing against all odds crowned UK tree of the year
Hundred-and-fifty-year-old Wych elm in Newcastle, Co Down has grown sideways owing to strong winds
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Last Word: Do olfactory illusions exist, similar to optical and audio illusions? part 3
This question was posed as part of New Scientist’s Last Word series, in which readers give scientific answers to each other’s questions. Here’s what our readers had to say
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South West Water owner Pennon calls on investors to help fund overhaul
The group’s plans for a £550 million rights issue and dividend cut will help fund round an extra £1 billion of investment.
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Man accused of Farage terror plot researched ‘prominent people and institutions’
The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe allegedly carried out research into a number of prominent people and individuals before a terror plot at Nigel Farage’s home.
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Embattled South West Water owner taps investors for £550m amid overhaul plan
The rights issue would help support plans for around an extra £1 billion of investment, chief executive Keith Haslett said.
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Joshua Kerry accused of trying to break into Nigel Farage's home
Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court and was remanded in custody.
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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect accused of trying to break into Nigel Farage’s home
Joshua Kerry, who is accused of killing Ms Widdecombe with a hammer, allegedly researched ‘prominent people’
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Puffin island Lundy on cusp of closure as it runs out of water
Lundy is in "real jeopardy" and could be evacuated if supplies run out, bosses say.
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Water firm owner asks investors for £550m after record sewage fine
The firm recently received a record-breaking fine for environmental offences relating to pollution incidents in Devon and Cornwall
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Bradford road planing company hits 500,000-tonne recycling milestone
Bradford-based Jet Plant Hire removes and recycles 500,000 tonnes of road planings in eight months, covering 2.4m miles across the UK with 100 per cent recycling.
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Bradford screening to spotlight farmers' feud over rural Britain's future
Derek vs Derek documentary screens at Bradford's Pictureville in October, exploring a Devon farming feud over intensive agriculture, rewilding and biodiversity.
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You can now buy part of a Devon railway station – and even live there
The ‘quirky’ property is just one mile from one of the country’s most popular coastlines
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Care home and charity charged after wheelchair users killed in Devon boat incident
Devon residents Alex Wood, 43, and Alison Tilsley, 63, both of whom used wheelchairs, died in the incident, while a woman in her 50s sustained serious injuries
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Tiny rainbow slug found on UK beach leaves experts stunned
Rainbow sea slugs are traditionally found in warmer Atlantic waters off the coast of Spain, Portugal and France
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‘It’s shocking really’: Devon community tracks River Dart sewage spills
Citizen environmentalists create online platform that flags spills in real time and highlights repeatedly polluted spots
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Greens would nationalise Thames and SE Water without paying compensation, says deputy leader – UK politics live
Rachel Millward tells Brighton conference: ‘Forget compensation for shareholders and creditors, these are insolvent companies’
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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with preparing terrorism against Nigel Farage
The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe has also been charged with a terror plot against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
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Farage ‘not listened to’ on safety concerns says Tice after terror plot charge
Tice’s comments come after the man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe was also charged with a terror plot against the Reform leader
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Widdecombe suspect charged with planning acts of terror against Farage
Counter terror police say the further charge comes after a "hugely intensive and complex investigation".
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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror act against Nigel Farage
Joshua Kerry has been charged with engaging in conduct in preparation of acts of terrorism
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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror act against Nigel Farage
Joshua Kerry, 28, of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, charged with one count of preparation of terrorist acts, say police
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Record-breaking bluefin tuna landed off Devon as species returns to British waters
The fish weighs 44 stone and measures nine foot long
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October Premium Bonds winners are in - Check to see if you've won £1 million
National Savings and Investments has announced the October 2026 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.
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Met Police ‘failed to spot Nigel Farage firebomb suspect on CCTV’
The probe into the attack on Mr Farage’s house was reopened after Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe was killed at her Devon home
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South West Water fined almost £8m for sewage spills
South West Water previously entered guilty pleas to pollution offences spanning six years.
