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Anglesey Estate Blocks Locals from Buying Homes Due to Holiday-Only Rules

An almost-empty new-build estate on Anglesey has sparked anger after planning rules restrict sales to holiday homes only, despite 37 families seeking to buy them as permanent residences. Only two of 16 properties have sold in nearly three years.

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Six-year-old dies in hospital after family tragedy in Shoreham sea incident

A six-year-old girl has died in hospital after a family maritime emergency off Shoreham claimed four lives. The incident on 18 August 2026 prompted a major multi-agency rescue operation.

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UK marks first national day for terrorism victims as survivors demand local recognition

The UK held its first National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism on 21 August 2026, honouring those affected by attacks including the Omagh bombing. Survivors from Northern Ireland called for greater local recognition and education about terrorism's impact.

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Ofcom Opens Formal Investigation Into Over Farage Privacy Complaint

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into following a Reform UK complaint alleging the broadcaster harassed Nigel Farage and infringed his family's privacy during a July 2026 incident. The inquiry centres on reporters visiting a property where Farage's daughter was living while seek...

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Arran Ferry Evacuated After Passenger Rescued and Bomb Threat Reported

CalMac's Arran ferry was evacuated after a passenger rescued from the sea reported a bomb threat. All 329 passengers were safely removed at Ardrossan, and remaining Friday sailings were cancelled.

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Vehicle fire forces evacuation at Glasgow Tesco supermarket

Firefighters tackled a vehicle blaze in the car park of a Tesco Extra store on Maryhill Road in Glasgow. Two fire engines attended around 16:20, and the supermarket was evacuated as a precaution. No casualties were reported.

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Badenoch Accuses Labour of Stalling on North Sea Oil Fields

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised the government for delaying decisions on the Rosebank and Jackdaw North Sea oilfields, claiming ministers lack genuine commitment. Consultations on both developments closed recently, leaving the government to decide on projects that represent a key...

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Snooker Champion Dott Hears Closing Arguments in Child Abuse Trial

Jurors have heard closing arguments in the child abuse trial of former world snooker champion Graeme Dott, 49, who denies accusations of lewd behaviour towards a girl and boy between 1993 and 2010. The prosecution argued witnesses were credible; the defence urged caution.

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Father and son sentenced to jail for attempting to smuggle £900,000 cannabis into Scotland

A father and son from Staffordshire have been jailed after attempting to smuggle nearly £900,000 worth of cannabis into Scotland through Glasgow Airport on 23 November 2024. Both pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cannabis.

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Prince Harry and Six Others Ordered to Pay £9.54m After Losing Daily Mail Privacy Case

Prince Harry and six other high-profile figures have been ordered to pay £9.54 million to the Daily Mail's publisher after losing their High Court privacy case. Judge Mr Justice Nicklin dismissed all allegations of unlawful information-gathering on 7 July 2026.

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Three plead guilty to arson attack on Persian broadcaster's London offices

Three people have admitted involvement in an arson attack on the London offices of Iran International's parent company Volant Media on 15 April. Nathan Dunn and Oisin McGuinness pleaded guilty; a 17-year-old will stand trial in February 2027. No one was injured.

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Man Convicted of Murdering Estranged Wife After Tracking Her on Night Out

Raymond Williams has been found guilty of murdering his estranged wife Tania Williams after tracking her down during a night out in Norwich on 17 January. The 49-year-old mother of four died from severe neck wounds. Williams will be sentenced on 25 September.

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