NEWS
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Man’s fight to get electrician to mother’s care flat after lightbulbs fill with water
A MAN claims he had to fight for an electrician to be sent to his mother’s care flat after it flooded. Stephen Brown, 67, said his 87-year-old mother was told it could take up to 24 hours for an electrician to be called to her retirement care flat, despite the lights and smoke detector being… More
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New boutique hotel and restaurant with Michelin star experience opens
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Keir Starmer to update House of Commons on latest Peter Mandelson revelations
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Starmer ‘would not have appointed Mandelson if he was aware of vetting failure’
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Co-op plans to take over hundreds of shops in Southern Co-op deal
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Mother to walk in the steps of medics who spotted rare conditions in her twins
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Government responds to calls for change to UK driving licences in line with EU
The UK Government has responded to calls to make a change to all standard driving licences in the UK. The Department for Transport (DfT) has been asked to consider allowing Category B licence holders—those with a standard car licence—to drive motorhomes weighing up to 4,250kg. This is because motorhome weight often exceeds the current 3,500kg… More
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TUI issues statement to passengers amid jet fuel shortage fears
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Jobs boost as Mexican restaurant chain set sights on Worcester
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Iran fully closes Strait of Hormuz and demands end to US blockade
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King is patron of new charity commemorating late Queen
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Downing Street rallies behind Starmer as he is expected to face ‘judgment day’
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Housing a basic need, not an investment vehicle – Zarah Sultana
Zarah Sultana has said housing “is not an investment vehicle, it is a basic human need” after tabling a parliamentary motion to “ban MPs from being landlords”. Speaking to National Housing Demonstration protesters demanding better council housing and rent controls, the Your Party MP said: “We know that the housing crisis is not an accident,… More
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New art exhibition reinterprets the meaning of Worcester
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Car completely destroyed by fire on M5
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Bikes roar into Chateau Impney estate for ‘phenomenal’ event
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Driver arrested after car spotted speeding through village
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Spate of break-in attempts reported in town
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Business celebrates three years of helping people live independently
A business is marking three years of helping people live independently. Better Together Services, operating across Worcestershire and now expanding into Gloucestershire, has reached its third anniversary. The business employs 55 companions who support clients with day-to-day tasks, transport, and social outings. Alexandra Doyle, the business founder, said: “Just this time last year, we had… More
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Worcestershire delivery drivers could be at risk of health condition
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Plant nursery helps brighten Midlands Air Ambulance base
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Look and feel of shopfronts could be changing across Worcester with your say
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Estimated declaration times for May 7 local and mayoral elections
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Scottish Greens promise misogyny Bill to tackle ‘national emergency’
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I visited ‘best medieval barn in country’ and didn’t need my National Trust card
AS I step inside one of the finest medieval barns in the country, I’m flabbergasted that I don’t even need to show my National Trust card. Yes, you heard me correctly – the incredible Middle Littleton Tithe Barn, near Evesham, is virtually deserted and you don’t even have to be a trust member to enjoy… More
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Sneak peek inside ‘most scenic beer garden in city’ after major refurb
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Advice on access to housing available at city support event
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Fears for children’s lives over ‘gaping hole cut in motorway bridge’
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14 arrested on suspicion of child sexual offences
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‘Brazen’ gang locked up after £3.7m car thefts and home break-ins
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Legendary 80s singer to perform at Worcestershire festival
A LEGENDARY 1980s singer will be taking to the stage in Worcestershire. Sunshine Festival, which takes place in Upton upon Severn this summer, has announced that Bonnie Tyler is the latest to be added to their line-up. The 74 year-old will be taking to the Main Stage on Saturday, August 29. Born in Wales, the… More
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Millions could lose key tax perk under new HMRC pension crackdown
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I’ve lost my best friend: Liz Kershaw tribute after death of BBC DJ brother Andy
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Alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in United Arab Emirates
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Fact check: Fake AI-edited image of Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin circulates online
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Starmer: UK and France to lead mission in Strait of Hormuz when war ends