Cars destroyed in arson attack outside Larne FC stadium
Three cars have been torched in an arson attack outside Irish League side Larne FC’s stadium. Police are appealing for information on the incident in the Inver Road area in…
Go-ahead given to upgrade vital A38 roundabout on outskirts of Bristol
The redevelopment of a major roundabout on the outskirts of Bristol has been given the go-ahead. The A38 Lime Kiln roundabout, located southwest of the city near Withywood, Bedminster Down…
Drivers warned of £500 fine for seatbelt mistake as new UK AI cameras rolled out
Drivers are being warned to follow the rules to avoid a big fine as new cameras begin operation in the UK. Failing to stick to certain driving rules is not…
Co-operative Bank follows Nationwide and First Direct with £150 news
A new offer of up to £150 to switch current account has been launched as competition between banks to tempt customers with cash incentives heats up. The “switch and stay”…
What is XEC, the new COVID variant spreading in the West?
The XEC variant has spread across 27 countries, including France and the US, infecting more than 600 people. XEC was first identified in Germany in August A new coronavirus variant…
DWP Christmas bonus and Winter Fuel Payments set to benefit millions this year
Millions will get some financial support from the DWP to help with heating costs this winter. Despite recent changes meaning fewer will get help due to the Winter Fuel Payment…
Urgent warning gorillas ‘could escape from zoo’ because of dead tree
Gorillas at the closed Bristol Zoo Gardens could escape if a dead tree next to the moat on their island falls and creates a bridge to freedom, planning documents reveal.…
Man claimed nearly £100K in false COVID business loans and spent it on clothes and furniture
A man who applied for COVID Bounce Back Loans using fake business names and fake account details has been sentenced to 19 months in prison at Bristol Crown Court. At…
Helene weakens to tropical storm over Georgia
Hurricane Helene has weakened to a tropical storm over Georgia with maximum sustained winds of 70mph, the US National Hurricane Centre said. Helene continues to weaken while moving further inland…
Russell Findlay promises Scottish Tories will ‘change’ after winning leadership
New Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay has declared his party will change in order to “win back public trust”. Mr Findlay pledged that under his leadership the Scottish Conservatives will…