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Man Charged After Volunteer Motorcyclist's Death in Pembrokeshire Crash

A 57-year-old man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after volunteer motorcyclist Timothy Minett died in a collision on the A478 in Pembrokeshire last July.

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Protester from Malaysia Challenges Home Secretary’s Immigration Claims

A protester who migrated from Malaysia challenges home secretary Shabana Mahmood’s immigration reforms, dismissing her "white liberal" claim and criticizing policies affecting refugees and migrants.

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Arron Banks Calls 'Welsh lad?' Comment a Joke Amid Racism Claims

Arron Banks called his 'Welsh lad?' comment on X a joke amid racism claims from Plaid Cymru leader Liz Saville Roberts, who said Banks believes Black people cannot be Welsh. Banks denies racism, saying Plaid Cymru lost their sense of humour.

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PM's Ex-Chief of Staff Admits 'Serious Mistake' in Mandelson US Ambassador Appointment

Morgan McSweeney, ex-chief of staff to the PM, admits a "serious mistake" in recommending Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US amid revelations of Mandelson's undisclosed ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Former Teacher Sentenced to Two Years for Assaulting Four Girls in 1970s

William Lloyd-Lavery, a former history teacher, was jailed for two years after being found guilty of indecently assaulting four girls at a south Belfast school in the 1970s. Victims shared impact statements detailing trauma and loss of innocence.

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Scotland's Population Projected to Decline Amid Falling Migration Levels

New data from the National Records of Scotland shows the population is expected to decline due to falling migration, with projections indicating a peak in 2033 followed by a decrease through 2049.

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Renters' Rights Act: Key Changes for Tenants and Landlords in England

The Renters' Rights Act, effective 1 May, introduces major changes in England's rental sector, enhancing tenant security, tightening eviction rules, regulating rent increases, and enforcing landlord compliance with fines up to £40,000.

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Army to Resume Ajax Armoured Vehicle Trials After Soldier Illnesses

The British Army will cautiously resume trials of the Ajax armoured vehicles after addressing health concerns among soldiers. Defence Minister Luke Pollard confirmed new controls and phased testing to restore confidence in the vehicles.

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Man Sentenced to Three Years for Arson at Gangster's Partner's Home

Owen Martin was jailed for three years after setting fire to the home of Kelly Green, partner of murdered gangster Kevin "Gerbil" Carroll, forcing evacuation of six people. The attack was linked to organised crime feuds in Glasgow.

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Suspected Arson Reported at Golders Green Memorial Wall

A suspected arson attack took place at a memorial wall in Golders Green, north London. Police responded to a fire report on Limes Avenue, but the wall was unharmed. Updates will follow shortly.

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Catholic Priest Sentenced to 19 Months for Sexual Assault at Church Residence

Father Stephen Baillie, a Roman Catholic priest at St Joseph's Church, was jailed for 19 months after being convicted of sexually assaulting a man at his church residence. He has been removed from his parish role and placed on the sex offenders register for 10 years.

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Perth Council Faces £2.6m Costs After Fatal City Centre Fire

Perth and Kinross Council anticipates £2.6m in costs following a fatal fire in Perth last June, which caused extensive damage, displaced 55 households, and closed a city centre junction for eight months.

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