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• UK pubs and restaurants told to shut in virus fight

  20-03-2020 23:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Theatres, cinemas, gyms and leisure centres must also close as soon as they reasonably can, the PM says.
  
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• Man who bit, punched and strangled partner jailed

  20-03-2020 22:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He pleaded guilty to controlling or coercive behaviour
  
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• Man 'terrified' after firm 'fires him because of coronavirus'

  20-03-2020 22:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'The biggest insult was they said they’d understand if we wanted look for other jobs now'
  
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• Parents may not be able to get nursery fees refunded, experts say

  20-03-2020 22:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parents recently called on Mama Bear's Nursery not to charge full fees
  
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• Latest coronavirus case figures for in and around Bristol

  20-03-2020 21:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The number of cases in Bristol has risen in the past 24 hours
  
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• Customers ‘feeling panicked’ as UK supermarket deliveries ‘missing dozens of items' - Bristol Post

  20-03-2020 20:55
  
  Customers ‘feeling panicked’ as UK supermarket deliveries ‘missing dozens of items'  Bristol Post
  
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• The tweets which perfectly sum up the UK’s first week of home working

  20-03-2020 20:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If nothing else, at least we've got memes...
  
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• LIVE EuroMillions results: Winning numbers for Friday, March 20

  20-03-2020 20:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One lucky player could win £15million tonight
  
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• What future holds for Bristol's Airbus and Rolls-Royce sites

  20-03-2020 20:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An aviation expert at UWE explains how the virus could impact two of Bristol's biggest employers
  
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• Huge changes to Universal Credit and tax credits announced

  20-03-2020 19:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Self-assessment payments will also be deferred
  
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• Government to help pay people's wages in unprecedented move

  20-03-2020 18:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “Government grants will cover 80% of the salary of retained workers "
  
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• Pubs, restaurants, cinemas and more to close from tomorrow

  20-03-2020 18:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nightclubs, theatres, gyms and leisure centres will also close
  
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• Coronavirus: Latest UK death toll released by Public Health England - Bristol Post

  20-03-2020 17:39
  
  Coronavirus: Latest UK death toll released by Public Health England  Bristol Post
  
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• How you can show support for NHS workers during coronavirus crisis

  20-03-2020 17:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Through it all, they put the safety and well-being of all of us in front of their own
  
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• Coronavirus death toll rises as person dies in Gloucestershire

  20-03-2020 17:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “Patients were aged between 50 and 99 years old and had underlying health conditions"
  
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• Bristol nurse reveals 'nightmare' of getting food to elderly mum

  20-03-2020 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Cotham pensioner usually gets deliveries from Sainsbury's, but the supermarket has run out of slots
  
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• How GCSE and A Level grades will be worked out as exams are cancelled

  20-03-2020 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The government has revealed their plan after a period of uncertainty for students
  
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• New Hartcliffe recycling centre 'reluctantly' approved

  20-03-2020 16:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Members voted unanimously with the recommendation to grant permission after hearing the benefits of a third household rubbish dump in the city outweighed the concerns
  
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• Coronavirus: Bury councillor Tamoor Tariq warns people to 'think'

  20-03-2020 16:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bury councillor Tamoor Tariq, 30, has weakened immunity and fell seriously ill.
  
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• Vegan cake shop launches fundraiser to save business

  20-03-2020 16:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Since opening in 2016 they have rarely had cancellations
  
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• Bristol Arena's new huge car park is looks very likely to happen

  20-03-2020 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There's concerns about congestion tough on the M5 and M32
  
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• Bristol Arena's car park is getting closer as roadworks set to start

  20-03-2020 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's part of a massive expansion at the former Filton Airfield site
  
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• Man with hammer threatened staff at Bristol petrol station

  20-03-2020 16:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward
  
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• The Grand Pier to remain open despite growing coronavirus fears

  20-03-2020 16:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The key message right now is that the Grand Pier is open"
  
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• Fridge freezers wash up on riverbank in Bristol park

  20-03-2020 16:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Around ten fridges were found, with three still wedged in the river
  
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• Drugs seized and three arrested – Taunton

  20-03-2020 16:03 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Neighbourhood police arrested three people and seized suspected Class A drugs and cash after a witness reported seeing a suspected drug deal in Duke Street, Taunton. The call came in at 3.45pm on Thursday 19 March. Neighbourhood officers team were patrolling the area and arrested a 47-year-old woman from a nearby flat on suspicion of possessing cocaine with intent to supply...
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• Statement on police response to COVID-19 from ACC Nikki Watson

  20-03-2020 15:58 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The outbreak of COVID-19 is presenting all of us with unique challenges and I want to reassure all our communities that our officers and staff are rising to them all. While this is an unprecedented situation, we have well-rehearsed plans in place to respond to events which could impact on the services we provide and we’re currently taking all the necessary steps to maintain our critical functions.
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• Warning against panic buying as Bristol pharmacies report low stocks

  20-03-2020 15:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “People should order their prescriptions and take their medicines as normal"
  
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• Clarks Shoes to pay all staff but will be shutting stores

  20-03-2020 15:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is not known how long the shops will be shut but Clarks says it will "continue to monitor the situation"
  
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• Blaise Castle House Museum broken into and windows smashed

  20-03-2020 14:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Forensic officers are at the scene
  
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• Blaise Castle broken into and windows smashed

  20-03-2020 14:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Forensic officers are at the scene
  
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• The Butcombe pubs which will be temporarily closed from Friday

  20-03-2020 14:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company has said the decision will protect the business and safeguard jobs
  
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• Charity helping terminally ill children faces closure

  20-03-2020 14:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The families we support are already facing the unimaginable thought that their child may die before them"
  
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• Coronavirus: Church of England weddings limited to five people

  20-03-2020 13:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  One bride-to-be says she "broke down" due to the stress of the situation and has postponed the big day.
  
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• 10 tips to help your mental health if you find yourself stuck indoors

  20-03-2020 13:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  1. Try to maintain a routine
  
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• CCTV appeal following robbery in Brislington

  20-03-2020 13:47 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are seeking witnesses to an incident in the Brislington area of Bristol earlier this month. A man entered the Texaco petrol station, in Brislington Hill, on Wednesday 4 March at approximately 7.15pm. Upon entering the garage store he took out a hammer from a black backpack and demanded staff handed over money from the till. A quantity of cash was taken, but nobody was injured.
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• Homeless man with coronavirus symptoms has no place to self-isolate

  20-03-2020 13:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He fears he has coronavirus and is infecting people
  
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• Homeless man cannot find a place to self-isolate

  20-03-2020 13:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He fears he has coronavirus and is infecting people
  
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• Bristol-based crematorium operator bans kissing and hugging

  20-03-2020 13:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The move comes after the government stepped up advice about social distancing this week
  
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• Bristol-based crematorium operator bans handshaking and hugging

  20-03-2020 13:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The move comes after the government stepped up advice about social distancing this week
  
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• The items people don't want - what's still left on the shelves

  20-03-2020 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You can still buy expensive pasta and soap in some stores
  
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• Coronavirus: RFU ends rugby season below Premiership level

  20-03-2020 12:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Rugby Football Union confirms the end of the 2019-20 season for all levels below the Premiership because of coronavirus.
  
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• Coronavirus: Unwanted ale could 'go down the drain'

  20-03-2020 12:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Severn Brewery said it is "sitting on" 2,700 gallons of product that has a shelf life of eight weeks.
  
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• Action Fraud warns about Coronavirus online scam threat

  20-03-2020 12:00 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Action Fraud has issued a warning to people who are increasingly turning to online shopping during the Coronavirus pandemic. During the past six weeks there has been a notable increase in the number of people reporting Coronavirus-related frauds. More than 100 victims have been identified with losses of £970,000. This relates to online scams, where people have ordered protective masks...
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• Campaigners call for development site to be 're-wilded' instead

  20-03-2020 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The site's been empty for decades
  
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• Witness’s call leads to arrest over theft – Bristol

  20-03-2020 11:47 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We have a man in the cells today, Friday 20 March, thanks to a witness who called to report seeing someone trying car door handles in Kenmare Road, south Bristol, overnight. The call came in just after 12.50am today. The witness was able to give officers a description of the man and his direction of travel. Patrolling officers searched the area and found a man in nearby Wedmore Vale just before...
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• What it is like to have a child who has Down's Syndrome

  20-03-2020 11:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two Bristol mums have shared their experiences of having a child with the condition
  
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• M32 slip road still not open - despite claim it would reopen today

  20-03-2020 11:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Highways Agency - 'We understand this is frustrating'
  
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• Fire crews rescue two women in a car stuck in mud

  20-03-2020 10:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  Crews managed to pull the car out of the mud
  
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• Panic buyers target ‘Free From’ shelves leaving sufferers stranded

  20-03-2020 10:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “In unprecedented times like this people should be a little more considerate”
  
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