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M4 car driver fights for life after crash with National Express coach

"The driver of the BMW, a man in his 20s, suffered life-threatening injuries in the collision."

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Bristol couple's race against time for urgent fertility treatment after cruel cancer blow

"We always knew we wanted children - now there simply isn't time to wait"

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Santander and NatWest branch closure dates as 55 close by May 28, starting Tuesday – full list

The banking giants are continuing their push to close branches saying people are moving towards online banking

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'Loud bang' heard as car flips in early-hours crash

Police and a recovery vehicle were pictured on the scene

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40 brilliant pictures that tell the story of Bristol in 2026

It's already been a very busy year in the city

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Bristol funeral notices as heartfelt tributes paid to 16 loved ones

Our thoughts are with all those who have lost a loved one

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New housing hope for Britain's young disabled people as 'The Bristol Model' solves funding problem

"There are 2,000 people in hospital, who don't need to be in hospital, because there's nowhere for them to live"

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'I funded friend's trip to my destination wedding but couldn't believe what she did'

A woman has slammed her friend for her actions after she paid for her to attend her destination wedding - and it has sparked a debate online as people share their thoughts on the unusual situation

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M4 diversion in full after coach crash closes motorway

The closure is likely to remain in place "for some time"

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'Common morning habit annoyed my neighbour but I nearly lost my job over it'

A man has been left feeling guilty after receiving a note from their neighbour complaining about their morning routine – but changing it nearly cost them their job

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Fire breaks out at RAF airbase in South West

It is understood the building was not in operational use

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M4 closed after Wiltshire coach crash - updates as young driver fights for life

Part of the Wiltshire stretch has been closed since around 3am

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The forgotten story of the Queen's first visit to Bristol

Pictures from behind the scenes also shine a fascinating light on the historic day 70 years ago this month

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Map shows exactly where you can find all of Bristol's nature reserves

The nature reserves are an important habitat for all sorts of wildlife

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£440k payout as Broadmead kiosks axed for centre revamp described as 'money wasted'

Bristol City Council is spending nearly £440,000 to buy out the tenant of two street food kiosks at St James Place, Broadmead, as part of a major city centre regeneration scheme.

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Paradoxes and cowardice - a damning indictment of Bristol's transport woes that have plagued the city for decades

"From big schemes to little projects, nothing ever seems to actually work out successfully"

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Pilot shares real reason cabin crew always dim lights during take-off and landing

Ever wondered why lights are always dimmed during take-off and landing when you're on the plane? One pilot has shared a clear explanation and it might just surprise you

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'Probate being delayed' more often in new inheritance alert

New data has found an upward trend in problems for bereaved families

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Woman and child die after getting into difficulty in water at London park

A woman and child were recovered from the water after police were called [NATIONAL NEWS]

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Mis-sold car finance scandal breakthrough as lender agrees to start paying out

The FCA expects the total amount of redress paid under its scheme to be about £7.5 billion, with millions of claims expected to be paid out this year.