Ministerial envoys are set to be sent into Warrington Council over concerns raised about its commercial programme and debts. An inspection was ordered by the previous Conservative government after criticism …
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Two private schools in south London are to close after 75 years, blaming declining pupil numbers and Labour's introduction of VAT on school fees. Inspired Learning Group (ILG), which runs …
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An inspector has criticised Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) for how it looks after staff. His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) found LFRS's performance …
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A 15-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl have been sentenced for killing an 80-year-old man out walking his dog in a park. Bhim Kohli died the day after he was …
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A construction company building a new cancer centre has apologised to residents as "unusually high temperatures" mean there will be overnight works for the next two weeks. Sacyr, which is …
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How to submit a picture Upload your images via BBC Weather Watchers or email us at southweather@bbc.co.uk. For inspiration, view some top tips from three of England's Big Picture photographers. …
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Radio 1's Big Weekend is about to get going in Sefton Park, Liverpool. Each year the station rounds up some of the hottest artists in the world and gets them …
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An addiction support hub which had to close due to a city development plan has relaunched following help from the community. The Dynamo Project, which was based near Coventry city …
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A man has described his wife's "horrendous experience" of suffering convulsions and falling unconscious after a suspected drink spiking at a festival. Lucy Hazlem, 45, is one of three people …
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Devon and Cornwall's tourist industry is showing signs of optimism, with early indicators suggesting a potentially strong season ahead, say tourism boards. Visit Cornwall and Visit Devon report encouraging booking …