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Jobs could be lost at Bradford bank as 60 roles put at risk in reorganisation plan
A bank headquartered in Bradford city centre has confirmed it is considering job cuts as part of wider transformation plans.
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RAF Molesworth: Men arrested on suspicion of trespass at US base
Police say they apprehended two Latvian men at about 02:00 BST while they were inside the perimeter.
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Two Latvian men arrested on suspicion of trespass offences at RAF base
The pair, aged 36 and 32, were arrested after appearing to break into at RAF Molesworth on Wednesday 7 October
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310 jobs at risk as Carlsberg announces shock closure of historic Marston’s Brewery
John Marston established his brewery company in the town in 1834
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8.4km Hebden Bridge walk takes in waterfalls, mill ruins and valley views
Explore an 8.4km Hebden Bridge walk through Colden Water clough, Blackshaw Head and Staups Mill ruins, ending beside the Rochdale Canal in Yorkshire.
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New flag policy that Reform says will 'promote patriotism' in Bradford approved
The new policy, approved by the Reform-led Executive on Thursday morning, will mean only a limited number of flags can be flown on the flagpoles in Centenary Square
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Experts in Baku urge action as missing persons surge worldwide
Around 280,000 people are registered as missing in Ukraine alone, with 10,000 new cases added each month, part of a 70% global rise since 2019. Forensic experts meeting in Baku said the obstacle was not forensic capacity but governmental reluctance.
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Tesco starts to roll out new feature to 23 million Clubcard customers
The UK’s biggest supermarket began trialling the AI assistant in April
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Panel announced as long-running BBC show returns to County Durham and airs tonight
The panel for this week's Question Time in Peterlee has been announced ahead of the BBC programme's return to County Durham.
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Police raids on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s royal properties were unlawful
The former Duke was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office earlier this year
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Britons likely to celebrate Christmas with less alcohol this year, says Tesco boss
UK consumers will be keen to celebrate Christmas this year given an uncertain global environment but will likely opt for “marginally healthier” choices with less alcohol consumption, Tesco has said.
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Three sisters who drowned in sea off Brighton took own lives, inquest finds
Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters, who lived in London, drowned in the sea in May.
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Energy theft rising as cost of electricity soars
Bills could soon approach record levels again, forecasters have warned
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The Oppo Find X10 series now has a confirmed global launch date — but a leak suggests the 200MP triple-lens Find X10 Pro Max might have an iPhone-topping price
The Oppo Find X10 and Oppo Find X10 Pro Max are launching globally on October 21, but they might cost even more than the latest iPhones.
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Here's how this North Yorkshire city celebrated National Poetry Day
Poetry lovers in Ripon can celebrate – following three successful events held last Thursday, on National Poetry Day. The Ripon Poets committee – made up of Caroline Matusiak, Lotte Wilson, Maggie Cobbett and Nicky Hasson – held readings at...
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Andy Burnham to monitor suspected Russian plague case ‘closely’
Plague is no longer found in the UK but occurs in several countries in Africa, Asia and the Americas
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Flights at European airport to be cancelled this week as staff members strike
This European airport, which is a hotspot for tourists, has confirmed that flight cancellations are likely on October 9.
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Martin Lewis shares seven ways to boost your state pension
Andy Burnham announced proposals to adjust the triple lock in order to build up a National Care Service
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How to stream Disclosure Day from anywhere in the world — OUT NOW!
Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor star in this epic alien movie from the legendary Steven Spielberg
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Could the UK rejoin the EU – and how would it work?
How exactly would Britain rejoin the EU? Here, The Independent takes a look at the process for doing so, and how easy (or difficult) it would be to get the public on side
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British consulate to stay open as UK mission despite Israeli order to close
Ed Miliband said that Israel had ‘no legal right’ to close the building
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UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
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UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
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New report claims AI is helping create jobs in UK businesses
Three in five say AI has created jobs, one in five expect it to within two years, and just one in 10 believes the contrary.
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Primark warning as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination
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Bradford named one of UK's cheapest cities for office rents - new research
Bradford named UK’s second most affordable city for office space, with rents averaging £12.20 per sq ft, behind Sunderland, says money.co.uk research.
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Clear battle lines drawn by Kemi Badenoch as she says the next election will be a ‘battle for the soul of the nation’
Clearly defined battle lines have been drawn across the Westminster political divide following Kemi Badenoch’s speech at the Tory Party Conference.
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Rubio urges Europe to wake up as EU trade chief begins key China trip
Europe's ties with China, the US and the UK are all being tested at once. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič is in Beijing with a deadline to rebalance trade relations, Marco Rubio tells Europe to wake up, and London weighs rejoining the EU. In France, students are back on the streets today. #EuropeToday
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Actor Simon Pegg reveals ADHD diagnosis: 'It's just who I am'
The Shaun of the Dead and Mission: Impossible films star had previously put symptoms down to "character fault".
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Oil prices rise sharply on Middle East tensions and US hurricane threat
Global bond market sell-off continues and stocks fall amid another wave of potential strikes against Iran
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Mortgage rates hit 6 per cent as £80,000 borrowing gap leaves buyers facing a shock
Mortgage rates have hit 6 per cent for the first time in three years as sub-5 per cent deals plunge. Buyers also face an £80,000 gap between mortgage calculators.
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The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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What is XFG Covid strain? Symptoms to look out for as UK cases grow
More than half of the positive tests were found to be a variant of XFG
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The York cheese shop with a national following that has scooped a top honour
Love Cheese has been named Food Retailer of the Year at The Press Food and Drink Awards for its artisan produce, tasting experiences and customer service.
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The exact date clocks go back this month in the UK and why
The change means an extra hour in bed for your Sunday lie-in and will give an extra hour of daylight as the darker nights roll in.
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Why new recycling bins simply won’t be big enough
Our letter writer expresses concern over York's new recycling bins
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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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North East fulfilment firm appoints agency to drive UK growth ambitions
North East logistics firm TSP Fulfilment appoints Karol Marketing Group to lead PR and communications as its UK e-commerce fulfilment business expands.
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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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Tesco sales boosted by online shopping as consumers hunt for ‘value’
Online sales surged by 8.4% in the UK with average grocery orders growing and sales for its rapid delivery arm Whoosh soaring by 37%.
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UK bluefin tuna comeback shows nature can recover, says WWF
The tuna is one of several wildlife recoveries highlighted in a major new report from WWF.
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Bradford veteran, 105, survived all 32 raids as Bomber Command rear gunner
AS a rear gunner with Bomber Command, Ronnie Holdsworth wasn’t expected to survive more than three air raids during the Second World War.
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Tesco expects Christmas celebrations to be less boozy and healthier
The boss of the UK’s biggest supermarket chain said people had been ‘pretty resilient’ in the face of rising living costs
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First court hearing over Andrew’s legal claim on search warrants
It is not known whether Andrew will attend the hearing, and no details of his challenge have been confirmed
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UK bank's return to branch operation in East Yorkshire town moves a step closer
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has approved plans by Barclays Bank to occupy a vacant town centre unit in 39 Saturday Market, Beverley.
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UK welcome to rejoin EU ‘anytime’, French minister says as Burnham visits Berlin
The prime minister’s trip comes amid an intelligence scandal that has rocked Germany
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VodafoneThree to slash £1bn in costs after mega merger deal
The bulk of the cost reductions will be delivered by scaling back its network of mobile phone masts and infrastructure towers.
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Ryanair to change check-in and bag drop rules from next month
Ryanair passengers will be required to check in 60 minutes before a flight rather than 40 minutes under new rules coming into force on November 10.
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UK bank's return to branch operation in East Yorkshire town moves a step closer
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has approved plans by Barclays Bank to occupy a vacant town centre unit in 39 Saturday Market, Beverley.
