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Police investigating burglary and woman being forced into car
Call police on 101 if you have any information
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Bristol man turned his life around and now helps young offenders
People
“I have been through a lot of depression and had suicidal thoughts but now I have the tools to get through it”
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All the death notices and funeral announcements from this week
People
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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The 300-year-old structure in a Bristol landmark hidden away by a glass roof
Bristol Nostalgia
The secret structure can only be seen by accessing the top level of the Corn Exchange
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Newborn baby given devastating diagnosis after being taken to A&E for suspected cold sore
UK & World News
Mum and dad Gabrielle Bryan and Tyler Rees took their son to hospital after noticing a blister on his lip
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Car smashes into historic West Country pub
West Country
A car smashed into the Langport Arms pub in Langport, Somerset, at about 8pm, with the building's distinctive entrance left in ruins and debris scattered across the road
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Help us crown Bristol's best pub in our poll
Bristol City Centre
Our city isn't short on great places to grab a drink with friends
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The city's lost nightclubs where Bristolians partied in
Bristol Nostalgia
Did you ever go to one of these clubs?
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Garden centre with 'huge scope to grow' up for sale
property news
The site has a pizza oven that often hosts community events
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Bristol festival announces all female line-up including Sugababes
Events
With Sugababes already set to headline on August 1, organisers have released the names of the rest of their line-up
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Popular Bristol bar owners make 'incredibly sad' decision to leave
Pubs and bars in Bristol
Its range of beers, ciders and food are beloved by many punters
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Perfect summer holiday destinations from Bristol Airport - and why you should book for 2024 now
Travel
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Taylor Swift tickets: Cheapest tickets up for re-sale one week before Eras tour kicks off
Taylor Swift
There is just one week left before Taylor Swift begins the UK part of her worldwide Eras tour in Edinburgh and there are still seats up for grabs
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Urgent warning to UK taxpayers as thousands owed £1,500 refund
Your Money
Latest figures show workers across dozens of industries are owed money by the Inland Revenue with average payouts of more than £1,500
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Nutritionist on the worst biscuit to eat for your health
UK & World News
Kate Cook says the key thing to consider is the sugar content
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Met Office hay fever warning as sufferers urged to take care
UK & World News
A temperatures soar and the sun finally comes out over the weekend, hay fever sufferers have been urged to take care
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Tanker drivers supplying petrol stations to go on strike in June
UK & World News
The Unite union said the strike will affect deliveries across the North West and Scottish Borders
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Former Bristol Rovers boss Joey Barton targets Match of the Day host Gary Lineker with X-rated rant
Joey Barton
The retired player has become increasingly outspoken since being sacked as Rovers boss
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The DWP and other money changes coming in June 2024
UK & World News
June is set to be a busy month for money changes, with the DWP rolling out a new cost of living support payment and a change to Universal Credit
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Upfest
A full day-by-day guide to Upfest 2024 as it starts this week
From cosy bookshop gatherings, to art at the pub, massive murals made of tape, architectural drawing, watercolour lessons, lino printing, and plenty more for the whole family
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The beach village with a natural pier and a theme park
Beaches
Brean is located an hour away from Bristol
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'Total chaos' at Bristol Airport causes couple to miss their flight
Bristol Airport
Other passengers reportedly missed their flights as well
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The little known code that'll save you even more money on 'game changing' Dentist-approved teeth whitening brand
Beauty
MySweetSmile is a best-selling teeth whitening brand whose products have been hailed for giving people whiter teeth - and more confidence - in a matter of weeks. And we've got a sneaky trick to help you save money on them...
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Wilko to sell Iceland food in more stores after successful trial
Wilko
The supermarket has been trialling the new service in two of its stores and has said it has proven to be a great success, with more locations set to get the frozen food range
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'Most beautiful place in the UK' looks 'out of a storybook' with its tranquil rivers
UK & World News
The UK is home to a number of stunning destinations that are perfect for a summer staycation. But one travel influencer is claiming there's one city you should put on your bucket list
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Santander staff and '30 million' customers have data hacked in major cyberattack
UK & World News
Hackers are attempting to sell what they claim to be confidential information belonging to hundreds of thousands of members of staff plus millions of customers
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Doctor makes statement on expiry dates you must know 'before throwing food away'
Shopping
A doctor has shared a warning about food expiration dates, telling people that they should be checking the labels on the back of their food before throwing them away
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PS5 Slim Amazon Prime deal saves £85 and is cheaper than Currys and Game
Shopping
The Sony PlayStation 5 disc edition is on offer alongside money-saving deals on top games like EA Sports FC 24, The Last Of Us Part II and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
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Britain’s Got Talent winner to be crowned this Sunday at the grand final
Britain's Got Talent
From dance acts to singers and a quirky act or two, this year’s auditions have been narrowed down to 10 acts along with a wildcard for Sunday’s grand final
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Marks and Spencer selling dress that has shoppers running back for more
Marks & Spencer
Costing £40, shoppers can get a stylish but classic dress perfect for the summer weather
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Two teenagers stabbed this week on same Bristol street
Crime
The police have issued a dispersal order for the area
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EasyJet chaos as 'drunk Brit tries to open plane door' and fights cabin crew mid-air
easyJet
The 28-year-old was so drunk he didn't realise the aircraft was still in the air. He was met by police on the tarmac when the flight touched down at Alicante Airport in Spain
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The stunning capital city a three-hour flight from Bristol heaped with history
Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport has a range of new destinations starting in 2024 and direct flights to the Albanian capital city of Tirana is just one of them
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All the changes to where we will be voting in this General Election
General Election
The boundaries of every single constituency have changed
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Travel
You can travel to South West islands dubbed a 'mini-Maldives'
Boasting white sands and crystal clear blue sea, the beautiful islands are perfect for wildlife fans
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Disney+ deals 2024: How to watch for free, price drop for Virgin Media fans and password sharing fee
Disney Plus
mirror.co.uk
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Harbourside pub with enormous beer garden and 'secret' cave
Pubs and bars in Bristol
It has one of the biggest beer gardens by the harbourside and an interesting history
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12 stunning walking spots near Bristol less than an hour's drive away
Things to do in Bristol
Explore scenic coastlines, dramatic cliff tops, and beautiful country parks
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Bristol's Arcadia spider duo announce new creation
Glastonbury Festival
The likes of Fatboy Slim and Eric Prydz will be headlining from an old Navy helicopter
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Join our WhatsApp group for reviews, food & drink news and more
Bristol Live
Join our new WhatsApp group - What's On - to receive the latest news on events, reviews and food & drink news happening in Bristol.
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Live: M5 huge queues and delays as holidaymakers head home
M5 motorway
After the school half-term break, many holidaymakers will be heading home for the weekend, leading to busy roads in the South West
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32 lorries vandalised at M5 services
Bristol News
Police use Stinger device to halt car after pursuit along motorway
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I tried Sol de Janeiro's 'legendary' body scrub and moisturiser to see if they're worth the hype
Skincare
mirror.co.uk
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Young mum dies in West Country tragedy
In the News
Sophie Browne was named by her family as the woman who died in a A38 tragedy over the weekend
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West Country anglers warned by police over fishing chaos
Angling
Officers have issued a warning to people fishing at Berry Head in Torbay, South Devon, after reports of littering, BBQs and camping at the popular fishing spot
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I tried on River Island's new summer picks and these are my favourites
River Island
With the weather being ever so unpredictable, it's hard to know what to wear without looking out of the window or checking the forecast
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Santander staff and '30 million' customers have data hacked in major cyberattack
UK & World News
Hackers are attempting to sell what they claim to be confidential information belonging to hundreds of thousands of members of staff plus millions of customers
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Taylor Swift Eras tour: How to get your hands on standing tickets
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift will bring her hotly-anticipated Eras tour to the UK from next week - and there's still time to grab standing tickets up close to the stage
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Officers use incapacitant spray on shoplifting suspect during incident that halted traffic in Bristol
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
A man was arrested on suspicion of theft, a public order offence and assaulting emergency workers. PAVA spray was used on the suspect in order to make an arrest.
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Britain's Got Talent chaos after act booed live on stage
Britain's Got Talent
Host's Ant and Dec were quick to intervene as audiences booed an act on stage during last night's semi-final
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Bridge closure causes traffic chaos at Bristol ring road junction
Traffic & Travel
The trial is designed to cut down on air pollution, however, it seems that this has not yet been achieved
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Stylish storage bench worth £200 now £54 in bumper reduction
Shopping
The ottoman storage bench had a padded seat that lifts up
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BBC Weather and Met Office say heatwaves are 'likely' this summer
Weather
BBC Weather has said there is a possibility of rising temperatures and above-average conditions this summer, with the Met Office also issuing its latest three-month UK outlook
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Tributes paid to beautiful 'never forgotten' baby boy
People
Baby Frazer passed away at 48 days old.
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M5 'drink driver' in critical condition after two-car crash near Bristol
M5 motorway
Emergency services rushed to the crash between Clevedon and Portishead last night (May 29)
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Bid for 2,550 homes near M5 opposed amid concerns over traffic chaos
West Country
Taylor Wimpey UK Ltd want to build the new homes on a 320-acre site on land in Whaddon, Gloucestershire. The proposals have sparked alarm among residents in nearby Tuffley
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Events
The big Bristol events of 2024 to mark on your calendar
From the Balloon Fiesta and the Harbour Festival, to Love Saves the Day, Valley Fest and more
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West Country set for scorching weekend of sun
Weather
Met office predicts sunshine across the South West with temperatures hitting a high of 22C
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£434 DWP payment due if you suffer from one of 57 health conditions
Money
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) offers an attendance allowance to people with a disability severe enough to require someone else's help with care
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Meet the retired 'one-man-council' hero of north Bristol suburb
People
"I just got fed up looking at the mess everywhere, so I decided to buy the tools and do it properly. I just get up in the morning and I go out with the bin, and whatever needs doing, I do"
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Major change to Bristol Airport hand luggage rules
Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport has altered its hand luggage rules for the first time in 15 years after a huge investment in new security scanners.
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Shoppers hail 'unique' Irish cream liqueur that's a 'delicious treat'
Tesco
The award-winning drink comprises single malt Irish whiskey, Belgian white chocolate and Irish dairy cream
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Teenage girl sexually assaulted in South Bristol
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
A teenage boy has been arrested following the incident
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Upfest 2024: Who are the artists on this year's line-up?
Upfest
The 17-day programme of events ends this weekend
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Underground river running through South Bristol could be restored
Bedminster
About 420 metres of the River Malago in Bedminster could see major restoration
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Air fryer cookbook that 'converted Nigella Lawson' now half price on Amazon
Food and Drink
The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook has been flying off the shelves and is currently on sale at Amazon. You can also grab a discount on air fryers from Ninja and Uten
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Person killed after being sucked into plane engine at major airport
UK & World News
The person was reportedly trapped in a running aircraft engine at Airport Schiphol in the Netherlands
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Martin Lewis says millions have turned down payrise this year without realising
Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to everyone in the UK who is employed and has a pension about a common mistake that could be costing them thousands of pounds.
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We tried the Spanish pasta restaurant on the worst evening to review it
Eating Out in Bristol
It was an evening of hits and misses on Prince Street
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Pastry chef catches chlamydia and turns it into side hustle
Eastville
"Chlamydia" is available to purchase as part of a "first date pack"
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Marks and Spencer's 'stylish' £40 wedges make your legs look 'incredible' and 'don't hurt'
Marks & Spencer
M&S shoppers can upgrade their summer wardrobe with a 'stylish' pair of wedges that accentuate your legs and are 'comfortable'
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Pubs and bars in Bristol
This Victorian backstreet pub has more than 20 gins on offer
Unless you know it's there, it's unlikely you'll find it unless you're lost
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Investigation after plane took off too low from Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport
The Air Accident Investigation Board have described it as a 'serious incident'
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Giant cruise ship makes U-turn avoiding West Country port
West Country
It was due to be the largest cruise ship to visit Cornwall this year, but after taking one look, it promptly turned around and left
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DWP Universal Credit update as thousands to receive crucial letter from today
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is currently moving people from "legacy benefits" to Universal Credit and from today, people claiming Housing Benefit will start to receive their important migration letters
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BMW driver 'blasted' past police at 110mph on M5 before being pulled over
M5 motorway
The reckless driver reduced their speed to 85mph before being pulled over
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Traffic & Travel
M5 motorway
Live: M5 huge queues and delays as holidaymakers head home
After the school half-term break, many holidaymakers will be heading home for the weekend, leading to busy roads in the South West
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'Total chaos' at Bristol Airport causes couple to miss their flight
Bristol Airport
Other passengers reportedly missed their flights as well
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Bridge closure causes traffic chaos at Bristol ring road junction
Traffic & Travel
The trial is designed to cut down on air pollution, however, it seems that this has not yet been achieved
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Disabled resident ‘having sleepless nights’ over Bristol liveable neighbourhood plan
Bristol City Council
Traffic restrictions will be rolled out later this year to make the area safer for walking, cycling and wheeling
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Police incident closed Bristol city centre road
Traffic & Travel
Police closed a major route through Bristol this morning (Thursday, May 30) amid an ongoing incident
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Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC
Bristol City's Championship rivals appoint German manager as former Robin's replacement
Former Bristol City player Liam Rosenior was sacked by Hull City at the end of last season after missing out on the Championship play-offs
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ITV deal means selected Bristol City Championship fixtures could be shown for free
Bristol City FC
ITV and Sky Sports will simultaneously broadcast a number of games under a new agreement
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Abdulmalik to Zanzala: Every Premier League and EFL free agent Bristol City can sign this summer
Bristol City FC
Some clubs are still to confirm their retained list, but the market for additions not bearing a transfer fee this summer has very much taken shape
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Joe Williams may have already started taking the next steps he needs to make at Bristol City
Bristol City FC
Bristol City midfielder Joe Williams has made it clear what improvements he wants to see from himself after signing a new three-year contract at Ashton Gate
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'Always positive' - Joe Williams' first words after signing new Bristol City contract
Bristol City FC
Bristol City have ended any doubt around the midfielder's future with Joe Williams' agreement running until 2027
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UK & World News
UK & World News
Seven summer pests to watch for - and how to get rid of them when they appear
Warm weather might be welcomed but it also brings with it unwanted pests which can be both annoying and a health risk
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Vet's warning on four dog breeds at risk of heart disease which could see them 'drop dead in park'
UK & World News
The vet says up to nine in 10 of one of the breeds has a heart condition by the time they are 10 - but spotting the signs of any of the conditions early can make a difference
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Eight surprising ways students can make £45 an hour this summer
Money
Students looking to earn some extra cash this summer could take up one of these jobs they may not have considered
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Urgent warning to UK taxpayers as thousands owed £1,500 refund - how to check if you're one of them
Your Money
Latest figures show workers across dozens of industries are owed money by the Inland Revenue with average payouts of more than £1,500
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£434 DWP payment due if you suffer from one of 57 health conditions
Money
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) offers an attendance allowance to people with a disability severe enough to require someone else's help with care
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Kitty Hinde, 19, was diagnosed with glaucoma following a routine eye test when she was a child and was visually impaired most of her life before becoming blind
Car smashes into historic West Country pub and brings down stone pillar
West Country
A car smashed into the Langport Arms pub in Langport, Somerset, at about 8pm, with the building's distinctive entrance left in ruins and debris scattered across the road
Seven summer pests to watch for - and how to get rid of them when they appear
UK & World News
Warm weather might be welcomed but it also brings with it unwanted pests which can be both annoying and a health risk
Vet's warning on four dog breeds at risk of heart disease which could see them 'drop dead in park'
UK & World News
The vet says up to nine in 10 of one of the breeds has a heart condition by the time they are 10 - but spotting the signs of any of the conditions early can make a difference
Urgent warning to UK taxpayers as thousands owed £1,500 refund - how to check if you're one of them
Your Money
Latest figures show workers across dozens of industries are owed money by the Inland Revenue with average payouts of more than £1,500
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UK & World News
Newborn baby given devastating diagnosis after being taken to A&E for suspected cold sore
Mum and dad Gabrielle Bryan and Tyler Rees took their son to hospital after noticing a blister on his lip
Giant cruise ship carrying thousands of passengers makes U-turn avoiding West Country port
West Country
It was due to be the largest cruise ship to visit Cornwall this year, but after taking one look, it promptly turned around and left
'Total chaos' at Bristol Airport causes couple to miss their flight
Bristol Airport
Other passengers reportedly missed their flights as well
Woman being forced into car and home burglary among Bristol crimes police need help to solve
Crime
Call police on 101 if you have any information
Popular Bristol bar owners make 'incredibly sad' decision to leave
Pubs and bars in Bristol
Its range of beers, ciders and food are beloved by many punters
West Country
Car smashes into historic West Country pub and brings down stone pillar
A car smashed into the Langport Arms pub in Langport, Somerset, at about 8pm, with the building's distinctive entrance left in ruins and debris scattered across the road
Seven summer pests to watch for - and how to get rid of them when they appear
UK & World News
Warm weather might be welcomed but it also brings with it unwanted pests which can be both annoying and a health risk
Vet's warning on four dog breeds at risk of heart disease which could see them 'drop dead in park'
UK & World News
The vet says up to nine in 10 of one of the breeds has a heart condition by the time they are 10 - but spotting the signs of any of the conditions early can make a difference
Urgent warning to UK taxpayers as thousands owed £1,500 refund - how to check if you're one of them
Your Money
Latest figures show workers across dozens of industries are owed money by the Inland Revenue with average payouts of more than £1,500
Eight surprising ways students can make £45 an hour this summer
Money
Students looking to earn some extra cash this summer could take up one of these jobs they may not have considered