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Ex-Bristol City starlet who died of overdose saw life spiral after breaking leg
An inquest heard that Wayne Briggs' life went downhill after he broke his leg aged just 15 which ended his football career
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Police told to improve after 'too many children kept in custody overnight'
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
A report by the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services published today highlighted issues raised during an inspection in January
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Multiple people injured after fighting breaks out in Bristol pub
South Bristol
The pub brawl involved a 'significant number' of people and took place at The Rising Sun in Ashton Road.
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Woman died after savage beating by her drug-crazed 'best friend' during three-day crack binge
Courts
A post-mortem examination revealed uncertainties about the exact cause of Hayley Adams' death and Cheyenne Loder, 32, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.
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Stolen dirt bike involved in hit-and-run crash in Clifton
Clifton
Police found a black Husqvarna motorbike near the scene of the crash and are appealing to the public to find its owner.
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Cribbs Causeway restaurant giving out free pizzas for a week
Food and Drink
The restaurant at The Mall will be offering five complimentary daily pizzas on a first-come-first-serve basis
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Exact date 'Saharan Plume' to hit as Brits told to prepare for 24C 'heatwave'
Weather
The recent spate of wet and windy weather, that has seen mixed temperatures and frequent rain showers is set to give way to a patch of warm weather and sunshine next week
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Joey Barton domestic abuse trial could still go ahead
Courts
The controversial former Bristol Rovers manager was accused of assaulting his wife Georgia Barton, leaving her 'bleeding and bruised' after a drunken row.
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Royal Navy surgeon operated on boy's genitals without parents' consent
Courts
Commander Anthony Lambert told the boy's parents he'd done it without consulting them because he was 'nosey'
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West Country school forced to close after parasite found in water supply
West Country
Eden Park Primary School in Brixham announced that it would not be opening to pupils today following the outbreak of the parasite Cryptosporidium in the water supply
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New bar with 'groovy' 70s vibe coming to Bristol
Pubs and bars in Bristol
'Coming soon', it hopes to bring a 'disco revival' to the city
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Shoppers switch to 'brilliantly cool' summer duvet they say is 'perfect for hot nights'
Shopping
The lighter tog is duvet is great for hot nights and for those who overheat when sleeping
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£194 credit card warning as Brits make 'common mistakes'
Cost Of Living
Compare the Market's research said the mistakes were costing people money
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Plan to open £60k train driving jobs to teenagers
UK & World News
The minimum is planned to be lowered from 20 to 18 to help address a staffing shortage
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Dunelm selling ‘chair of dreams’ that will cost you £400
Shopping in Bristol
While not the cheapest chair on the market, shoppers will love curling up on this chair with a book
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Invaluable new cancer treatment approved for use on the NHS
NHS
The treatment involves injecting millions of tiny radioactive beads called microspheres – smaller than the width of a human hair – into the blood supply
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Amber northern lights alert as they could be visible across UK later
BBC
Aurorawatch UK has issued an amber alert for today due to intense geomagnetic activity from the Sun
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Live: A4 blocked by 'police incident' with heavy traffic
Clifton
Congestion has been reported on the A4 Hotwell Road and the Portway
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Upfest
A full day-by-day guide to Upfest 2024 as it starts this week
From cosy bookshop gatherings, to art at the pub, massive murals made of tape, architectural drawing, watercolour lessons, lino printing, and plenty more for the whole family
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Amazon slashes price of Samsung Galaxy Tablet to under £150 - but you have to act fast
Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 LTE - 32GB in Silver is now £149 down from £259
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Bristol independent radio station hopes to raise £70k to save its home
Pubs and bars in Bristol
The station has set a target of 30 days in which to reach its goal
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Amazon drops price of Ninja's 'real game changer' family air fryer
Amazon
The large capacity air fryer that can cook two foods in different ways at the same time is currently on sale
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Thousands of Covid cases as fresh wave being driven by FLiRT variants
UK & World News
It is feared new strains have already become dominant after a surge in the number of people testing positive and being hospitalised
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People back Michael Mosley diet saying they lost 2 stone in 12 weeks
Health
The eating plan includes fasting and is said to drastically lose weight and reduce chances of getting type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer
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New Look selling £30 'non iron' holiday dress that 'looks way more expensive' than it is
New Look
"Bought dress in both colours as couldn’t decide, glad I did. Love them both, comfortable, perfect fabric to go in a case!"
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People ask 'is this legal' as masked figures stalk person's house in promo video
Film
A new promo video for upcoming horror film The Strangers has left people terrified as masked people stalk person's house
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'My childbirth destroyed everything good in my life' Louise Thompson opens up on motherhood
Parenting
Former Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson has bravely opened up on the 'traumatic' birth of her son
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Full list of 10 cheapest and most expensive cars to insure in 2024
Money
Car insurance can be costly, varying by by almost £1,000, depending on the make and model of the vehicle
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Girl, three, drowned after turning on taps in the bath in horrific accident
UK & World News
Iris-Mae Aubrey died despite the frantic efforts of her parents and paramedics to save her, an inquest was told
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Full list of road closures in Bristol this weekend
Traffic & Travel
From Clifton Suspension Bridge to Queen Square, the City Centre, residential access and everything else you need to know
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Watershed lorry crash damage to be repaired six years later
Planning
The planning application is one of dozens received this week by Bristol City Council
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New council flats to be built in middle of town on edge of Bristol
Planning
The ten apartments - which will all be social rented housing - will be built across two blocks behind the Old Bank pub, on council-owned land currently used as spare parking
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'Bleed kits should be available in taxis' as more installed across Bristol
Together for Change
Bleed kits have already helped save lives in Bristol
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Travel
You can travel to South West islands dubbed a 'mini-Maldives'
Boasting white sands and crystal clear blue sea, the beautiful islands are perfect for wildlife fans
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Shoppers bag nearly £200-worth of free SPF and beauty buys in deal that scans under £60
Beauty
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Greens to lead Bristol City Council in 'coalition' with Lib Dems
Politics
Labour has accused the two parties of a 'backroom deal' and will not take up any policy committee chair roles
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James Kirby: Crowds turn out in Bristol for aid worker killed in Gaza
Israel-Hamas war
James' family and friends came together at St Mary Redcliffe Church to pay their respects today (May 15)
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MPs back new law to jail dangerous cyclists for up to 14 years
Cycling
The House of Commons has backed a proposed law change which would see cyclists who cause death by dangerous cycling face up to 14 years in prison
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Join our WhatsApp group for reviews, food & drink news and more
Bristol Live
Join our new WhatsApp group - What's On - to receive the latest news on events, reviews and food & drink news happening in Bristol.
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Maya Jama asks King if he watches Love Island during Buckingham Palace garden party
Maya Jama
Maya Jama asked the King if he was a fan of Love Island during a Buckingham Palace garden party celebrating the creative industries
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New youth club in former pub set to open this autumn
Barton Hill
The renovations of the former pub are still underway
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Amanda Holden stuns in gold sequin jumpsuit that'll make you feel like 'a million dollars'
Amanda Holden
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Police concern over teenagers illegally buying knives online
Together for Change
The national lead for policing knife crime, Commander Stephen Clayman, said forces in England and Wales are keen to cut off the supply of weapons as part of efforts to stop injuries and deaths
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Live: Bristol M5 crash closes lanes with hour-long delays
M5 motorway
Drivers face delays on nearly one hour on the motorway
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Exact date 'Saharan Plume' to hit as Brits set to bake in 24C heatwave
Weather
The recent spate of wet and windy weather, that has seen mixed temperatures and frequent rain showers is set to give way to a patch of warm weather and sunshine next week
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Reese Witherspoon's 'dream comes true' with new Legally Blonde announcement
TV
Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon announces new prequel series, 'Elle', 23 years after the release of the first film
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British tourists risk fines over little-known foreign driving rules
Holidays
Brits who are driving abroad have been warned not to fall foul of the law or else they risk being punished with a fine.
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Marks and Spencer selling ‘fabulous’ dress great for any occasion
Marks & Spencer
Costing £40, shoppers can look stylish no matter the occasion with this dress this summer
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Bristol Old Vic's Glass Menagerie is 'raw', 'heart-wrenching' and 'incredibly human'
Bristol Old Vic
It explores themes of duty, loneliness, love, and how life can fall far short of people’s dreams
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DWP to check bank accounts for two things when it comes to benefit fraud
Your Money
The Department for Work and Pensions will be looking for two main things when it is given new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud
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Little-known scheme can save you hundreds on water bills
Money
WaterSure is a scheme that helps some people with their water bills - potentially saving you hundreds
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Majorca police ordered to 'arrest' UK tourists over little-known clothing rule
Travel
Locals have demanded a holidaymaker shopping in Majorca in tight green trunks is arrested for breaking the strict swimwear laws
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Mum had fingers amputated after being bitten by dog and now she is suing paramedics
Health
Michelle Ellis, 45, was bitten twice by the family pet on her right wrist and outer forearm, and was left with "flu-like symptoms" just two days later prompting her to call an ambulance
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River Island’s 'stylish' £90 cabin suitcase perfect for holiday
River Island
Coming in a pink tie-dye style, this suitcase could be your new cabin case for summer 2024
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Ryanair warns of five rules to follow when packing for a holiday
Ryanair
Ryanair has shared its five do's and don'ts to follow when packing for your upcoming holidays this year
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Events
The big Bristol events of 2024 to mark on your calendar
From the Balloon Fiesta and the Harbour Festival, to Love Saves the Day, Valley Fest and more
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M&S shoppers praise waterproof travel bag perfect for weekend trips - whatever the weather
Marks & Spencer
The Rubberised Weekend Bag from the M&S Collection is a 2-in-1 travel holdall that can fit a weekend trip-load of clothing, without compromising on style and quality
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Vomiting bug discovered in town's drinking water
Health
South West Water has confirmed cryptosporidium in the water supply of two areas in Brixham in Devon
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Boots £22 eye balm 'instantly' gets rid of dark circles and puffiness
Shopping in Bristol
"This stuff is amazing!! It instantly makes the dark circles under my eyes considerably less noticeable."
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Northern Lights possible again this week after 'final blast' solar flare
UK & World News
There was another solar flare on Monday, with the impact expected on Wednesday
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State Pension inheritance rules and what happens to payments when a spouse dies
Money
The State Pension is a regular payment from the UK Government that is available to people who have reached the eligible retirement age, and have made National Insurance contributions
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New Look selling ‘gorgeous’ summer dress that's 'not too short'
New Look
Costing £16 in the sale, this dress is a must have in your wardrobe this summer
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Finance expert shares top tips for creating a successful budget
Your Money
Nina Appelgren, a personal finance expert, has shared some top tips for creating, managing and sticking to a budget
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Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to anyone with a private or company pension
Martin Lewis
The money-saving expert has issued a warning to anyone with a private or company pension, urging them to take action to avoid a potential financial mishap
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Boots shoppers loving lotion that gives face ‘natural glow’
Boots
Costing £12, shoppers can get a beautifully glowy look without any other makeup this summer
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Drivers could face £2,500 fine and ban for letting ambulance pass
UK & World News
The actions you should take are set out in Rule 219 of the Highway Code
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RNLI volunteer proposes to partner - with help from lifeboat crew
UK & World News
Lyndon and Kelly were walking along the beach when the lifeboat appeared with a very special message
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Road reopens after four months following iron bridge works
Traffic & Travel
Kingsweston Iron Bridge will remain closed whilst the final phase of works continue
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Teen felt sick and needed the toilet all the time before diagnosis
Real Life
Scarlett Luxe, now aged 29, was diagnosed with Crohn's at 15
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Street-by-street guide to Upfest including where to see murals
Upfest
A huge line-up of artists will be creating works of art, murals and more around the BS3 area for all 17 days of this year's event
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Pubs and bars in Bristol
This Victorian backstreet pub has more than 20 gins on offer
Unless you know it's there, it's unlikely you'll find it unless you're lost
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Live: Urgent search for teen who vanished in Bristol
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
Police are concerned for the welfare of missing teen Trinity
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Deborah Meaden slams plans for allotment site as police stop work
Environment
The Dragon's Den star has criticised plans for a huge new allotment site near Bristol as police have ordered work on the site to stop after reports nesting skylarks were being disturbed
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How to get free beer at Bristol Harbourside tomorrow
Pubs and bars in Bristol
It's a celebration of a popular Bristol pale ale
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Men accused of chopping down Sycamore Gap tree appear at court
UK & World News
The felling of the tree - which featured in Robin Hood: The Prince of Thieves - caused a national outcry
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Traffic & Travel
Traffic & Travel
Great Bristol Run 2024: Full list of road closures during event this weekend
From Clifton Suspension Bridge to Queen Square, the City Centre, residential access and everything else you need to know
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Live: Bristol M5 crash closes lanes with hour-long delays
M5 motorway
Drivers face delays on nearly one hour on the motorway
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Live: A4 blocked by 'police incident' with heavy traffic
Clifton
Congestion has been reported on the A4 Hotwell Road and the Portway
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Historic iron bridge craned back into position as road reopens after four months
Traffic & Travel
Kingsweston Iron Bridge will remain closed whilst the final phase of works continue
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Train services cancelled due to safety inspection at Bristol Parkway
Bristol Parkway
A number of trains between Bristol Parkway and Worcester Foregate Street via Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa were cancelled or delayed today, Wednesday, May 15.
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Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC
Ex-Bristol City starlet who died of overdose saw life spiral after breaking leg
An inquest heard that Wayne Briggs' life went downhill after he broke his leg aged just 15 which ended his football career
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Bristol City transfer notebook: Theo Bair rumours discussed, Niclas Eliasson a target for rivals
Bristol City FC
Bristol City are looking to strengthen in the final third as Liam Manning experiences his first summer window in charge of the Robins
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Adam Murphy's sensational strike for Bristol City U21s offers further evidence of his talent
Bristol City FC
The Republic of Ireland U21 international continues to make positive progress for the Young Robins
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Bristol City and Bristol Rovers learn key summer transfer window dates alongside EFL rivals
Transfer deadline day
The EFL transfer window will open on Friday, June 14 and close at 11pm on Friday, August 30
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Liam Manning reveals third position he would like to sign and drops hint to Bristol City board
Bristol City FC
Bristol City are determined to reinforce and improve their attacking options over the summer
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UK & World News
Courts
Royal Navy surgeon operated on boy's genitals without parents' consent
Commander Anthony Lambert told the boy's parents he'd done it without consulting them because he was 'nosey'
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Woman died after savage beating by her drug-crazed 'best friend' during three-day crack binge
Courts
A post-mortem examination revealed uncertainties about the exact cause of Hayley Adams' death and Cheyenne Loder, 32, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.
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West Country school forced to close after parasite found in water supply
West Country
Eden Park Primary School in Brixham announced that it would not be opening to pupils today following the outbreak of the parasite Cryptosporidium in the water supply
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Plan to open £60k train driving jobs to teenagers
UK & World News
The minimum is planned to be lowered from 20 to 18 to help address a staffing shortage
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Girl, one, killed in accident in church car park
UK & World News
The girl was rushed to hospital after an accident involving a Land Rover
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Police told to improve after 'too many children kept in custody overnight'
A report by the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services published today highlighted issues raised during an inspection in January
Joey Barton domestic abuse trial could still go ahead
Courts
The controversial former Bristol Rovers manager was accused of assaulting his wife Georgia Barton, leaving her 'bleeding and bruised' after a drunken row.
Netflix fans just discovering intense thriller with 'coldest ending ever'
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Netflix fans have uncovered a 2021 thriller series, which they say has the 'coldest ending ever' - *WARNING: SPOILERS BELOW*
Royal Navy surgeon operated on boy's genitals without parents' consent
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Commander Anthony Lambert told the boy's parents he'd done it without consulting them because he was 'nosey'
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UK & World News
Drivers could face £2,500 fine and ban for letting ambulance pass
The actions you should take are set out in Rule 219 of the Highway Code
Exact date 'Saharan Plume' to hit as Brits told to prepare for 24C 'heatwave'
Weather
The recent spate of wet and windy weather, that has seen mixed temperatures and frequent rain showers is set to give way to a patch of warm weather and sunshine next week
Northern Lights possible again this week after 'final blast' solar flare
UK & World News
There was another solar flare on Monday, with the impact expected on Wednesday
Multiple people injured after fighting breaks out in Bristol pub
South Bristol
The pub brawl involved a 'significant number' of people and took place at The Rising Sun in Ashton Road.
Ex-Bristol City starlet who died of overdose saw life spiral after breaking leg
Bristol City FC
An inquest heard that Wayne Briggs' life went downhill after he broke his leg aged just 15 which ended his football career
Food and Drink
Carluccio's at Cribbs Causeway giving out free pizzas for a week
The restaurant at The Mall will be offering five complimentary daily pizzas on a first-come-first-serve basis
Police told to improve after 'too many children kept in custody overnight'
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
A report by the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services published today highlighted issues raised during an inspection in January
Joey Barton domestic abuse trial could still go ahead
Courts
The controversial former Bristol Rovers manager was accused of assaulting his wife Georgia Barton, leaving her 'bleeding and bruised' after a drunken row.
Netflix fans just discovering intense thriller with 'coldest ending ever'
Netflix
Netflix fans have uncovered a 2021 thriller series, which they say has the 'coldest ending ever' - *WARNING: SPOILERS BELOW*
Royal Navy surgeon operated on boy's genitals without parents' consent
Courts
Commander Anthony Lambert told the boy's parents he'd done it without consulting them because he was 'nosey'