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Two men freed after 20 years under abolished indefinite sentences; third man's term replaced

Two men have been freed after serving about 20 years under indefinite IPP sentences despite minimum terms of two years or less. A third man's sentence was also replaced. The cases highlight the ongoing impact of abolished indefinite sentences affecting over 2,000 prisoners.

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Polar bear Brodie returns to Scottish wildlife park after year-long Yorkshire stay

Brodie, a polar bear born at Highland Wildlife Park in Scotland, has returned home after nearly a year at a Yorkshire facility. He travelled back with Luka, an older bear he bonded with during his stay.

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Woman pleads not guilty to buffer zone charges at abortion clinic

Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, 49, has pleaded not guilty to five charges under England's new abortion clinic buffer zone law. She is the first person prosecuted under the legislation, which restricts activities within 150 metres of abortion facilities.

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Eleven arrested at pro-Palestinian demonstrations across London on October 7 anniversary

Eleven people were arrested during pro-Palestinian demonstrations across London on 7 October, including five arrested on suspicion of inciting racial hatred at the Board of Deputies office. A march of around 100 people proceeded under police conditions despite requests to postpone it.

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GP found dead at home remembered as 'exceptional' doctor and devoted mother

Family and NHS colleagues have paid tribute to Dr Hannah Terry, 45, found dead at her home in Norfolk on 4 October. Her husband Mark Cain has been charged with her murder and remanded in custody pending a plea hearing on 3 December.

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Skye road reopens after landslide debris cleared

The A855 on the Isle of Skye has reopened following a landslide at Idrigill Bends that forced a 40-mile diversion. Highland Council completed debris removal and stabilisation work. No injuries were reported.

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Paul Ferris, Glasgow gangland enforcer turned author, dies at 62

Paul Ferris, a Glasgow gangland enforcer who was acquitted of murder in a landmark 1992 trial and later became a published author, has died aged 62. He passed away at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital following a brief illness.

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Snapchat-distracted driver jailed for farmer's fatal crash

A farmer was fatally struck by a vehicle whose driver was using Snapchat. Michael Armstrong, 58, died after spending 11 days on life support. Ami Dronsfield, 36, admitted causing death by dangerous driving and was jailed for three years and two months.

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Man jailed for life after stabbing former partner days after early release from jail

Robert Sabat was released from prison on 17 October 2025 after serving 40% of a sentence for knife possession. Two days later, he stabbed his former partner Dickiesha Nurse at her south London flat. He pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to life with a 17-year minimum term.

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Kingston Ancient Market 'sad and wounded' after devastating fire

A fire at Kingston's Ancient Market destroyed multiple stalls and damaged nearby shops early Tuesday. The 800-year-old market, which has 28 permanent stalls, is considered central to the community. Traders face significant losses, and concerns have emerged about whether the market can reopen in t...

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Yorkshire Water's £1.5m Ripon sewage scheme delivers less than half promised reduction

Yorkshire Water admits its £1.5 million scheme to reduce storm overflows into the River Ure achieved only 43% of its promised 75% reduction, with independent testing revealing high pollution levels in the river.

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Veteran broadcaster Conor Bradford, BBC Northern Ireland fixture for 40 years, dies

Conor Bradford, a veteran BBC broadcaster who spent 40 years presenting flagship programmes in Northern Ireland, has died. He retired in 2022 after a distinguished career hosting shows including Good Morning Ulster and Evening Extra.

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