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Golf clubs and private schools among businesses facing severe water use restrictions
Golf courses and private schools could be banned from using mains supplies to irrigate lawns
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Gales and heavy rain forecast for UK as Met Office wind warning issued
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind in north-west Scotland on Wednesday with 70mph gusts possible, as Ben Rich explains.
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Prisoners freed from 'tough' HMP Durham punch air as they hail early release scheme
Prisoners punched the air and cheered as the Government's second early-release phase began today.
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Harrogate candidate says 'vape shops come up time and again when I talk to people'
“There is obvious concern about the future of retail in Harrogate town centre and this issue is indicative of that concern”
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Planet Zoo 2 review
The animals are as beautiful as ever, but they're trapped in a cage of rote micromanagement.
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Wikipedians Believed AI Would Come and Go. They Were Wrong
In a world of AI Overviews, Wikipedia usage declines. But the real loss may be far more existential than website traffic.
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Suicide rates for men in their early 50s reach record high
Sonya Trivedy of the Samaritans described the latest statistics as ‘a wake-up call’ for the government
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Winter floods could arrive as Met Office issues UK weather forecast
High pressure will bring dry and warm weather for many in October
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Scottish founder launches free app to help plan UK hill and mountain trips
The free Hillcast app brings UK hill weather forecasts, walking routes and parking information together for 2,000+ summits across Scotland, England and Wales.
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Figures Show Suicide Rates in North Yorkshire Above England Average
Suicide rates in North Yorkshire were above the England average in figures covering 2021 to 2023, highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and
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Hundreds of early-release prisoners in England and Wales not being tagged, say MPs
Clive Efford says Serco has failed to source enough tags, as police and probation struggle with influx of newly released offenders
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Bigger isn't better: why North Yorkshire needs its own police force
By Philip Allott, former North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
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Prisoner tells Burnham ‘scrap the recalls’ as early release resumes
Some 5,000 prisoners are scheduled to be released in stages over the next year
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes stepson says explorer is ‘very lonely’ and calls for visits
Famous adventurer, 82, has not been seen in public for two years
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Hundreds more prisoners to be freed in second phase of early release scheme
Second tranche of prisoners will include those serving up to two and a half years for crimes.
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New Brexit deal could be major boost for farming, Burnham says
New talks with Brussels scheduled for next month will be a chance for Britain to improve trade conditions significantly for farmers, Prime Minister Andy Burnham said yesterday, in the latest sign that he favours a much closer relationship with the bloc.
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Car sales company with five Scottish showrooms collapses into administration
A Scottish car dealer with sites across Scotland has been placed into administration
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2026 Rugby League World Cup: Mikey Lewis out for England opener
Harry Smith is named alongside captain George Williams in the England half-back roles for their 2026 Rugby League World Cup opening match against Tonga - with Mikey Lewis left out.
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State-of-the-art funeral 'SuperVenue' and crematorium near York reveals opening date
A new funeral ‘SuperVenue’ and crematorium is set to open next month - offering families more personal options to remember loved ones.
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State-of-the-art funeral 'SuperVenue' and crematorium near York reveals opening date
A new funeral ‘SuperVenue’ and crematorium is set to open next month - offering families more personal options to remember loved ones.
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Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise
Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.
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'Chaos' on Leeds streets with people desperate after 'early prison release'
Homeless Street Angels charity founder Becky says prison releases are leaving people without shelter, food or clothing, with some fearing they may reoffend
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Andy Burnham to push for new post-Brexit deals at EU summit
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the prime minister was "unpicking" the deal the UK signed with the EU.
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Push for independence has 'turned a corner', Swinney claims
The push for Scottish independence has “turned a corner”, John Swinney has claimed.
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A pub shuts its doors for good every day in 2026, figures show
Britain is set to lose one pub a day in 2026 after almost 300 permanently shut their doors in the first nine months of the year, according to industry data.
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New figures place Teesside town among UK's top 3 worst areas for burglaries
New figures rank Middlesbrough as the third most at-risk area for burglary in England and Wales, with experts sharing home security advice.
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Britain is on track to lose one pub a day in 2026. Here are the hardest hit areas
Almost 300 pubs have permanently shut their doors in the first nine months of this year, according to industry data
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
Learners must now spend at least six months getting driving experience before they can take a practical test
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Roman fort found in Wales could prove myth of emperor’s camp is real
Exclusive: Finds suggest account in medieval folklore of a camp near Frenni Fawr hill was rooted in reality
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Citizens Advice scam warning issued to UK homeowners as thousands caught out
Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.
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Hate Crime Awareness Week: Campaigners Urge Reporting as Questions Remain Over Definitions
Hate Crime Awareness Week begins on Monday, 12 October, with police, councils and community organisations across York and North Yorkshire organising events
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Citizens Advice scam warning issued to UK homeowners as thousands caught out
Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.
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Citizens Advice scam warning issued to UK homeowners as thousands caught out
Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.
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Citizens Advice scam warning issued to UK homeowners as thousands caught out
Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.
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Citizens Advice scam warning issued to UK homeowners as thousands caught out
Citizens Advice has warned that people are being scammed out of thousands of pounds by rogue roofers.
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UK weather: Remnants of hurricane Isaias to help bring warm weather this week
Close to record-breaking warm nights are possible this week as warmer air heads for the UK.
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Britain on track to lose one pub a day in 2026
Almost 300 pubs have permanently shut their doors in the first nine months of this year, according to industry data
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Andy Burnham told to give £360 to households this winter on 4 DWP benefits
The DWP currently pays out a £150 Warm Home Discount to help households on benefits
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One pub shutting each day in 2026 as cost pressures bite – industry data
Experts at the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) said they expect the closures to be at the expense of around 5,000 job losses.
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Failure to fit tags left 5,000 offenders unmonitored in England and Wales, report finds
In first half of this year 1,600 tags also had no signal for over two weeks, highlighting scale of probation crisis
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Scottish independence push has ‘turned a corner’, Swinney claims
Ipsos Scotland says the public remains ‘divided’ on independence
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Pensioners could get up to £300 this winter as Winter Fuel Payments letters sent
Millions of older people are due to receive letters about their Winter Fuel Payment in October or November, with most eligible pensioners expected to get the money before the end of the year.
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UK speed limits explained and the road rules catching drivers out
A complete guide to UK speed limits featuring expert insights on van speed traps, street lights and camera leeway myths.
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‘I came out of prison to nothing. This is the key to getting early release right’
Aaron White spent 10 years coming in and out of prison – until one realisation changed his life
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Bradford pensioners and benefit claimants could get £150 off energy bills
The Warm Home Discount Scheme reopens in October 2026. Check which benefits qualify, the key date for eligibility and which energy suppliers are taking part.
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Thousands of Bradford pensioners could get up to £300 in Winter Fuel Payments
Millions of older people are due to receive letters about their Winter Fuel Payment in October or November, with most eligible pensioners expected to get the money before the end of the year.
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New Halloween 'Potion Hunt' adventure coming to Dalby Forest
Go Ape Dalby Forest is launching a new Halloween Potion Hunt event for families this half term.
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Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
NEU’s Daniel Kebede says earlier start times and longer summer breaks may be needed to help pupils and teachers
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New Halloween 'Potion Hunt' adventure coming to Dalby Forest
Go Ape Dalby Forest is launching a new Halloween Potion Hunt event for families this half term.
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Plan 2: Three friends on a decade of student loans
Lizzy, Charlotte and Libby studied at the same time, but their student debt now looks very different.
