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UK Considers Warship Deployment as Starmer Faces Criticism Over Iran Strikes

UK considers deploying HMS Duncan to Cyprus amid Iran conflict. Starmer faces criticism over delayed support for US strikes. Green party surges in polls; Chancellor Reeves to deliver spring statement amid market turmoil.

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Gwesty Parc y Strade yn cau, gan achosi sioc i bobl Llanelli

Mae Gwesty Parc y Strade yng Nghaerfyrddin wedi cau'n sydyn, gan achosi sioc i dref Llanelli. Roedd y gwesty'n ganolbwynt i wrthdaro ynghylch cartrefu ceiswyr lloches yn 2023, gyda phrotestiadau ffyrnig a phryderon am ddiswyddo staff.

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Scottish Government Boosts Funding for Uist Greylag Goose Culling

The Scottish government has increased funding by £20,000 to cull greylag geese in Uist, addressing crop damage and protecting biodiversity on the machair.

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Getty Images A greylag goose sitting in water. The bird has feathers of different shades of grey and an orange beak. It has its head slightly raised up and there is another goose just visible behind it.

Northern Ireland to Scrap AS-Levels in Major GCSE and A-Level Overhaul

Northern Ireland will scrap AS-Levels and introduce a new modular two-year A-Level system by 2029, reducing exams and coursework to ease student stress and enhance learning.

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Right to Roam Restriction Approved for Scotland’s First Center Parcs

Scottish Borders Council has approved a by-law restricting right to roam on the site of Scotland's first Center Parcs, allowing a fenced area with single access. Despite concerns from access groups, the move was deemed an exceptional case to support economic growth and job creation.

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Center Parcs A computer generated image of how a Center Parcs near Hawick might look with wooden buildings and trees and people wandering along pathways

Murder Probe Underway After Man Dies in Pencoed Incident

A murder investigation is underway after a 58-year-old man died following an incident in Pencoed. A 26-year-old suspect is in custody, and police seek witnesses from the early hours of 28 February.

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14-Year-Old Among Victims in Police Abuse of Position for Sexual Purposes Cases

A 14-year-old girl is among victims of police officers accused of abuse of position for sexual purposes in Northern Ireland. Over 60 cases reported since 2018, with investigations ongoing and six officers dismissed or convicted.

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Student Murdered in Cambridge After Chance Encounter with Stranger

Mohammed Algasim, a 20-year-old student from Saudi Arabia, was fatally stabbed in Cambridge after a brief encounter with Chas Corrigan, who was found guilty of murder. The incident occurred near the railway station on 1 August, with Corrigan's motives remaining unclear.

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Naif Alqassim Mohammed Algasim has black hair combed back and a moustache. He is wearing a white shirt and smiling while sitting at a restaurant table.

UK Minister Affirms Strong US Ties Despite Trump’s Criticism

UK cabinet minister Darren Jones affirmed ongoing close cooperation with the US despite President Trump's criticism of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over the UK's stance on Iran strikes.

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Reuters US President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, March 1, 2026.

Police Investigate Possible Link Between Two Tool Thefts in Castlederg

Police are investigating a possible link between two burglaries at Castlederg businesses where tools were stolen, urging anyone with information to come forward.

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Abuse Report Delay at Muckamore Abbey Sparks Anger and Disappointment

The report into abuse at Muckamore Abbey Hospital has been delayed until June, causing anger and disappointment among families seeking closure after years of inquiry.

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BBC Dawn Jones has blonde hair and wears black glasses. She is dressed in a blue coat and a dark blouse with white polka dots. She is holding a framed photo of her son Timothy, who is wearing a red polo shirt and a dark jacket.

Starmer and PM Clash with Trump Over US-Israel Strikes on Iran

The UK government faces internal divisions over US-Israel strikes on Iran, with PM Starmer opposing Trump's approach. Public opinion and party responses vary as Chancellor Reeves prepares a cautious economic statement amid global tensions.

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