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Kate Bush says 'dear friend' of 30 years Matthew Upham still missing after Christmas swim

Antiques dealer Matthew Upham, 63, is still unaccounted for following the swim on Christmas morning in Budleigh, Devon

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Ryanair flight from Birmingham forced to make emergency landing after 'passengers hurt'

The Boeing 737 MAX was flying from Birmingham to Tenerife when it declared a mid-air emergency and turned back to the UK. Reports suggest injuries occurred on board

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Bristol cinema shuts its doors after nearly 90 years ahead of new Odeon opening

The iconic cinema has been a staple of Bristol city centre since 1938

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Full list of people who may not know they don't need to pay Council Tax

Some households may be eligible for a council tax reduction of up to 100 per cent if they fall into certain categories

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UKHSA issues cold weather health alert as temperatures drop to -1C

The entire South West is under a yellow alert for cold weather until January 5

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Mum who slept through son's birthday party given deadly diagnosis

Holly McGougan said she was initially told she had anxiety or depression

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Add £7K to your property value with 3 simple DIY tweaks

An estate agent has shared three simple DIY improvements that could add nearly £10,000 to your home's value in 2026

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LIVE: M5 delays after crash near Cribbs Causeway

There is slow traffic in the area

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Woman takes 2 litres of liquid through airport security to see what will happen

Shivani Khosla was convinced she'd be stopped at airport security after taking 125ml of hairspray in her hand luggage – but here's what actually happened

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Celebrity castings can help theatres in hard times, says new head of Bristol Old Vic

Big names can attract audiences as venues struggle with fallout from pandemic, austerity and high costs, Rebecca Dawson saysCasting big stars in stage productions is sometimes needed because theatre is in an “undeniably challenging” moment and must compete with streaming services for people’s ...

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New rule means UK families will have to pay 40 euros to enter Spain

The rules also apply to France, Greece, Italy and many other countries

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BBC Breakfast viewers say the same thing as show pulled off air early

BBC Breakfast ended at 8:45am on Sunday morning instead of its usual time, with viewers taking to social media to question the early finish

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New 2026 beer rules and higher prices - which drinks will be affected

Some beers will also see their alcohol content lowered

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New Year's Eve fireworks rules as people may not know they risk huge fines

Fireworks rules are relaxed on New Year's Eve, but there are still some laws you must strictly adhere to

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Emotional plea after 'alarming' number of Bristol harbour deaths

Campaigners have called for urgent safety measures at Bristol Harbour after more than a dozen bodies were pulled from the water in the past decade

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BBC Breakfast star announces tragic news live on air as he pays tribute to 'legend'

BBC Breakfast sports presenter Olly Foster announced sad news on Sunday's show

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Gogglebox star opens up on devastating miscarriage 'I can't handle heartbreak'

The Gogglebox star spoke about her painful miscarriage and her decision with partner Scott Dobinson not to have more children

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Almost 200 fly-tipping incidents in Bristol every week from asbestos to fridges and doors

There's been a big increase year-on-year

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This week's funeral notices from in and around Bristol

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

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Radical changes to Bristol city centre to start and will change the face of the city

The third version of Bristol's city centre will sweep away the post-war dream