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Bangor home gutted after fire as police probe suspected arson

British Gas, OVO, EON, EDF, Octopus customers warned 'vampire devices' adding £147 to bills

It comes after Ofgem announced a 4% increase of the energy price cap for the period covering 1 October to 31 December 2026.

Four stabbed at Essex hotel as police swoop on suspects

Three men have been arrested after reports that a 'number of people' were stabbed during an event at a hotel in on Stifford Clays Road, Essex, police said

Diana memorial fountain shut for entire summer due to technical fault

The closure comes due to a mechanical breakdown in the pump, followed by a failure with system software that prevented the water supply from being restored

McColgan wins London Big Half after five months out

Britain's Eilish McColgan returns to competitive action after five months out with a broken toe to win the London Big Half for a fourth time.

Police speed camera vans visit new Birmingham 30mph roads as drivers face penalty points

Speed limits are being reduced across the city

Swinney can’t give ‘specific figure’ on NHS job losses under planned reforms

The First Minister announced proposed changes to health boards in his Programme for Government.

Ex-teacher dubbed Scotland's Jimmy Savile 'sexually abused by his alcoholic mum'

Iain Wares is facing extradition to Scotland on 93 charges including rape and indecent assault against nearly 70 ex-pupils.

'We are heartbroken': Tributes to award-winning journalist Stephen Walker after death aged 61

"He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and son, a fine journalist and author, and the very best of friends."

Ford Transit van stolen near Ullapool ferry terminal 'spotted 200 miles away in Glasgow'

The stolen van was seen around 200 miles away in Glasgow around 16 hours after it was taken.

NI EuroMillions winner gives away half of £115million fortune to charity

"I think it’s in mankind to share when you get to a level where you’ve got enough"

Neighbours hear screams before man found with head injury in early hours 'disturbance' in Royton

Witnesses reported a large emergency services response following the incident in Oldham

Molly McCann engaged to Fran Parman as she says 'the easiest decision I’ve ever made'

Molly and Fran displayed the diamond engagement ring in a series of sweet photos

In Pictures: Crowds gather for Minis by the Sea in Worthing

Hundreds of people enjoyed the Minis by the Sea in Worthing at the weekend.

Long-standing Edinburgh takeaway opening second spot in city centre

"Best wee tattie place ever"

Andy Burnham issues verdict on proposed DWP rule change for 13 million state pensioners

The Prime Minister has been urged to make a major change

Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Premier League champions aim to continue fine run against Blues

Chelsea XI vs Arsenal: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Blues face champions in hotly anticipated London derby

State pensioners urged to unplug 5 household appliances as energy bills soar

Energy specialists have highlighted the silent household appliances that you should switch off to make significant savings on your energy bills.

Business Secretary 'no' to Jaguar Land Rover bailout with 4,000 jobs under threat

Jaguar Land Rover is expected to announce a major redundancy programme on Monday, with 4,000 job losses to be spread over two years, as the Business Secretary rules out a government bailout

Housing estate revamp and Ryebank Fields fury amongst latest planning developments in Greater Manchester

These are all the planning developments progressing with councils across Greater Manchester this week

Edinburgh man pronounced dead after emergency services called to scene

Our thoughts are with his family

Family pay tribute to ‘deeply loved’ Staffordshire ‘stabbing’ victim as third ‘murder’ arrest made

The victim of a suspected 'stabbing' incident has been named as a further murder arrest is made

Live updates as air ambulance touches down near North Staffordshire golf course

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