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Bomb Disposal Team Responds to Suspicious Package at RAF Lossiemouth

A suspicious package at RAF Lossiemouth prompted a bomb disposal response and precautionary measures, with flying operations unaffected.

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Getty Images A sign that says RAF Lossiemouth - restricted access.

Welsh Water to Pay £44.7m Over 'Unacceptable' Sewage Breaches

Welsh Water will pay £44.7m after Ofwat found serious sewage breaches, including poor network maintenance and excessive spills. The package funds spill reduction and river quality improvements, with costs absorbed by the company, not customers.

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Welsh Water Faces £44.7m Penalty for Sewage Service Failures

Welsh Water to pay £44.7m after Ofwat finds serious breaches in sewage services, including inadequate maintenance and oversight. The fine aims to reduce environmental damage and improve water quality.

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Driver Crashes Into Parked Cars, Two Flee Scene in Newport Incident

A red car crashed into multiple parked vehicles in Newport, prompting two people to flee. Gwent Police are investigating. Additional stories cover topics from renewable energy homes to personal accounts of health, crime, and community events.

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A damaged black Ford Fiesta with a sign 'Police Aware' on a dirt road in Welwyn Garden City, UK.

Legal Team Withdraws from Brandon Rainey's Defense in Chloe Mitchell Murder Case

Brandon Rainey's legal team has withdrawn from his defense in the murder case of Chloe Mitchell, citing a breakdown in the client-lawyer relationship. The court accepted the withdrawal and scheduled a review for Monday.

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Family photo Chloe Mitchell, with long brown hair, smiling at the camera.

Stormont MLAs to Receive £14,000 Pay Increase from April

Stormont MLAs will receive a £14,000 pay rise from April, raising salaries to £67,200 amid public criticism and new financial sanctions for government delays.

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Getty Images Stormont buildings on a sunny day. The building is cream stone.

Inmate Charged with Ian Huntley Murder Appears at Teeside Crown Court

Anthony Russell, charged with the murder of Ian Huntley, appeared via video link at Teeside Crown Court. Huntley, serving life for the 2002 Soham murders, died after a prison attack in February.

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Elizabeth Cook/PA Court artist sketch by Elizabeth Cook of Anthony Russell.

Gerry Adams Described as 'Formidable Opponent' in IRA Bombing Lawsuit

A former Northern Ireland police officer testified that Gerry Adams was a "formidable opponent" and the "de facto" IRA leader, linking him to decisions behind IRA bombings in London and Manchester in 1973 and 1996.

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PA Media Adams has a grey beard and grey hair. He ids wearing thin framed brown glasses. He is wearing a grey coat and light blue shirt.

Man Pleads Guilty to Driving Bulldozer into Village Pub

Daniel Morgan admitted driving a bulldozer into the New Inn pub in Cefn Rhigos, causing significant damage. He pleaded guilty to several charges and awaits sentencing on 20 April.

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BBC Front of New Inn pub with lettering attached to wall of long building painted cream colour. The front porch has been destroyed and debris is strewn across the path leading to the entrance.

Swinney Seeks UK Talks on US Military Use of Prestwick Amid Iran Airstrike Concerns

First Minister John Swinney seeks UK government clarity on US military use of Prestwick Airport amid evidence of support for US-Israeli airstrikes in Iran. Calls grow for a ban as Scottish Greens demand transparency and action.

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Stu Smith A large grey US Air Force military jet aircraft against a cloudy grey blue sky above a telegraph wire on Prestwick.

Starmer Meets Northern Ireland Leaders Ahead of UK-Ireland Summit in Cork

Sir Keir Starmer meets Northern Ireland politicians ahead of the UK-Ireland summit in Cork, focusing on cooperation post-Brexit and addressing fuel price concerns.

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PA Media Three people in formal wear posing for a photograph inside in front of a mirror. The man in the middle has grey hair is wearing glasses. The woman on the left has blonde hair and the woman on the right has brown hair.

Minister Defends PM's Handling of Mandelson US Ambassador Appointment

Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds defends PM Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment amid Epstein relationship concerns and ongoing investigations.

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PA Media Lord Mandelson wearing glasses, a dark coloured coat, a grey jumper and a shirt.