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Woman Seriously Injured in Suspected Hit and Run in Rhyl

A woman suffered serious life-changing injuries in an alleged hit and run near The Swan pub in Rhyl. A 32-year-old man has been arrested and bailed as police continue their investigation.

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Teenage Boy Dies After Being Struck by Falling Tree in Stafford

A teenage boy died after being hit by a falling tree on Holmcroft Road, Stafford. Emergency services responded, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have informed the family and continue their investigation.

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UK Airlines Can Cancel Flights Early Amid Fuel Shortages Without Losing Slots

The UK government allows airlines to cancel flights weeks ahead amid fuel shortages without losing airport slots, aiming to reduce last-minute disruptions this summer.

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Jersey Maintains OTC Pet Flea Treatments Despite UK Environmental Concerns

Jersey currently has no plans to ban over-the-counter pet flea treatments despite UK moves to restrict them over environmental concerns. Jersey Water reports no evidence of contamination in water supplies and will monitor UK developments closely.

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19-Year-Old Charged Over Bomb Hoax at Peter Kay Show in Birmingham

A 19-year-old man, Omar Majed, has been charged after a bomb hoax led to the evacuation of a Peter Kay show at Birmingham's Utilita Arena. Police found no suspicious items following searches.

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Will the M4 Relief Road South of Newport Ever Get Approval?

The M4 relief road south of Newport has been debated for over 30 years. While some parties support building it to ease congestion, others oppose it due to environmental concerns and high costs. The issue remains central in the 2026 Senedd election.

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Wales Greens Open to Coalition to Prevent Reform UK Majority

Wales Green Party leader Anthony Slaughter supports forming a coalition to block Reform UK from power if they become the largest party but lack majority votes. Other parties' stances and election changes are detailed ahead of the 7 May vote.

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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding and Road Closures in Derry

Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Londonderry, leading to road closures and travel advisories. The City of Derry Jazz Festival and Department for Infrastructure urge attendees and drivers to seek alternative routes.

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Gwyrddion: Dim problem gyda llywodraeth o bleidiau llai yng Nghymru

Anthony Slaughter o'r Blaid Werdd yn dweud na fyddai problem gyda llywodraeth ffurfio gan bleidiau llai os yw'n atal Reform rhag dod i rym yng Nghymru ar ôl etholiad y Senedd.

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Police Arrest Man, Seize £1m Cocaine and Discover Child Abuse Images

A 30-year-old man was arrested and £1m worth of cocaine seized in Dungannon. Investigations also uncovered indecent images of children on mobile devices linked to organised crime.

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Kemi Badenoch Apologises for Bloody Sunday Footage in Conservative Video

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch apologised after a video featuring Bloody Sunday footage was mistakenly shared on her social media. The video was removed promptly, and the party expressed regret for its use amid ongoing debates over the Legacy Bill reforms.

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Unpredictable Battle for Political Control in Birmingham Ahead of May Election

Birmingham's local election is highly unpredictable with multiple parties vying for control amid low turnout and ongoing bin strikes. Labour's dominance is challenged by independents, Greens, Reform UK, and Conservatives, with coalition talks expected post-election.

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