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Plaid Cymru Leader Frames Welsh Election as Battle Between Plaid and Reform

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth frames the next Welsh election as a choice between his party and Nigel Farage's Reform, highlighting contrasting visions and criticizing Reform's loyalty to Wales.

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PA Media Rhun ap Iorwerth looking to his right hand side, wearing a blue shirt, red tie and dark suit jacket. It is a head and shoulders picture with the background in darkness.

2001 Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak: Millions of Animals Culled Amid Smoke and Protests

The 2001 UK foot-and-mouth outbreak led to the culling of millions of animals, widespread protests, and lasting impacts on agriculture and rural communities.

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Alamy A huge pyre of sheep and cattle carcasses with suspected foot and mouth disease being burnt on the Epynt near Trecastle, 2001. Smoke billows out over surrounding hills and fields.

Gorton and Denton By-Election Set for Tight Three-Way Contest, Says Chris Mason

The Gorton and Denton by-election is shaping up as a close three-way race between Labour, Reform, and the Greens, with significant implications for UK politics.

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EPA/Shutterstock Voters leave a polling station in Manchester. A woman carries an umbrella as she walks beside a person in a hooded coat

31-Year-Old Man Charged in Connection with Derry Kidnapping

A 31-year-old man has been charged with multiple offenses related to a kidnapping in Londonderry on 1 October. He will appear in court Friday, with charges reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.

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South Yorkshire Police to Correct Court Record on Hillsborough Victims' Suffering

South Yorkshire Police agrees to correct court record on Hillsborough victims' suffering after 36 years, following campaign by parents Jenni and Trevor Hicks and support from political figures.

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Handout Victoria Hicks, who has dark brown wavy hair, looks into the camera next to her sister Sarah, who has blonde shoulder-length hair and is wearing large hoop earrings.

Two Arrested in Lisa Dorrian Murder Case Released on Bail

Two people arrested in connection with Lisa Dorrian's 2005 murder have been released on bail as PSNI continues its investigation and appeals for information.

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PSNI Handout A close up picture of a blonde woman with her hair up. She's smiling. She's wearing a red top, which is just visible, and a necklace.

Met Police to Pilot Facial Recognition Checks Using Mobile Devices, Mayor Confirms

The Metropolitan Police will pilot mobile facial recognition checks with 100 officers over six months, a move supported by Mayor Sadiq Khan but criticized by civil liberties groups over privacy and accuracy concerns.

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A Metropolitan Police vehicle using facial recognition technology, as part of a preventative security measure, at an entrance to the Notting Hill Carnival in London

Woman Injured Fleeing Triple Killer Speaks Out on Lack of Prosecution

A woman who broke her spine escaping triple killer Valdo Calocane reveals anger after being told he could not be prosecuted due to mental health issues. The Nottingham Inquiry examines missed opportunities before Calocane's deadly 2023 attacks.

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Supplied Barnaby Webber, Grace O'Malley-Kumar and Ian Coates

Police Marked Murder Report as Hoax in Case of Violent Abuser Carl Cooper

An investigation found police marked a murder report as a hoax after violent abuser Carl Cooper killed two women who had reported his violence. Misconduct notices issued to 10 officers amid ongoing inquiries.

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Met Police Fiona Holm (left) and Naomi Hunte

Edinburgh and Fife Set Among Scotland’s Lowest Council Tax Increases

Edinburgh and Fife councils confirm low council tax rises for 2026-27, with Edinburgh reducing its increase to 4% and Fife proceeding with 5%. Edinburgh also plans Scotland’s first tourist tax starting July 2026.

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Getty Images A sunset warming the Edinburgh city skyline, with Calton Hill in the foreground

Northern Ireland Executive Approves Bill to Permanently Ban Fracking

Northern Ireland's Executive has approved legislation to permanently ban petroleum exploration and fracking, aligning with climate commitments and focusing on renewable energy development.

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Getty Images Offshore rig under construction in shipyard by the sea.

Clackmannanshire Council Tax Set to Increase by 5.6% for 2026/27

Clackmannanshire councillors have approved a 5.6% council tax increase for 2026/27, raising the Band D rate to £1,683.67. The £181m revenue and £54m capital budgets aim to maintain services and invest in local projects amid rising costs.

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Google The headquarters of Clackmannanshire Council in Alloa. It is a five-storey building with glass panelling on one wall