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Council votes to exclude British Armed Forces from future jobs fairs

Derry City and Strabane District Council votes to withdraw involvement in jobs fairs featuring the British Armed Forces, citing concerns that military presence deters some jobseekers. The decision passed 34-5 despite opposition from unionist councillors.

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A number of soldiers in camouflage uniform marching together. They are wearing black boots and are marching in sequence.

CalMac Ferry MV Glen Rosa Handover Delayed to February 2027

CalMac's MV Glen Rosa ferry handover has been delayed to February 2027 to allow replacement of propellers with redesigned versions. The dual-fuel vessel, originally due in 2018, now costs over £200 million—more than four times the original contract price.

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A large black and white ship with red funnels moored at a quayside

Man convicted of murdering 13-week-old baby in Kent after inflicting severe head trauma

Tyla Wharmby, 24, was found guilty of murdering 13-week-old Hunter Hodges in Kent. The baby suffered severe head trauma comparable to a high-speed motorcycle collision. Wharmby will be sentenced at a later date.

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Baby lying on his front wearing a white a yellow striped baby gro with a circular plastic item infront of his mouth.

Richard Hammond Embraces Welsh Mountain Life After Top Gear Exit and Divorce

Richard Hammond has settled into a new life in Abergavenny, Wales, embracing outdoor activities and community involvement after his divorce and departure from television. The former Top Gear presenter purchased a £2m mansion in November 2025 and has taken up running and open water swimming.

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A head and shoulders shot of Richard Hammond. He has dark hair and a goatee and is wearing a grey chequered blazer and blue shirt, with a black lanyard just visible.

Armed Police Test Defence Against Nuclear Shipment Attack at Dounreay

Armed police have tested their first-ever scenario involving an attack on a radioactive shipment from Dounreay nuclear plant, with the exercise receiving an adequate rating from regulators.

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Firefighters along with armed police at the scene of a crashed car in the training exercise

Spain Enters Three-Day Mourning Period as Search Continues for 69 Train Crash Victims

Spain observes three days of national mourning after a high-speed train collision killed at least 69 people near Madrid on Wednesday. Rescue teams continue searching wreckage while authorities investigate the cause and train drivers strike for safety improvements.

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Crowd stands silently with heads bowed at Santa Justa station, mourning train crash victims

Hammersmith Bridge's Future: Keep It Free of Cars, Readers Argue

Readers debate Hammersmith Bridge's future following Simon Jenkins's proposal to replace it for motor traffic. While some argue for restoration to ease congestion, others contend the bridge should remain traffic-free, citing environmental concerns and successful use as a pedestrian and cycling ro...

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Hammersmith Bridge's green suspension towers span the River Thames under a clear sky

Hundreds queue for opening of Norfolk's first Lego store

Hundreds of people queued outside Norfolk's first official Lego store as it opened at Chantry Place shopping centre in Norwich on Thursday, with the first customer arriving at 04:00 GMT.

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Two women social distancing outside a store during the daytime, highlighting shopping safety practices.

Scottish prisons 'at breaking point' after worst riot in decade

A riot at HMP & YOI Polmont in September was Scotland's worst prison disorder in a decade. With the population projected to reach 9,450 by June 2027, officials warn the system is at breaking point and risks repeating 1980s-era violence.

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A collection of broken furniture inside a prison hall at HMP Polmont

Train stabbing trial hears victims 'fighting for their lives' against attacker

CCTV footage shown at Cambridge Crown Court depicts passengers in hand-to-hand combat during a mass stabbing on a Doncaster to King's Cross train on 1 November 2025. Anthony Williams, 33, denies 14 counts of attempted murder.

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Man Banned for Life After Killing Dog with Hammer and Knife

Glenn Tweedie was banned from owning animals for life after killing his black Labrador, Caillie, by striking her with a hammer and stabbing her. He received an ankle monitor for one year and a community payback order at Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

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Burnham commits to welfare bill cuts but offers no election timeline

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants to cut the welfare bill "as soon as we possibly can" but stops short of guaranteeing reductions before the next election. Welfare spending is forecast to rise from £353bn to £431bn by 2031/32.

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Andy Burnham is wearing a white shirt, dark-coloured jacket and glasses. He has short black hair and is sat in front of a blue backdrop.

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