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• Glider crash near Stroud causes life-threatening injuries

  23-03-2020 22:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police were alerted after a member of the public saw the aircraft come down in Gloucestershire.
  
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• Statement in full as PM announces new coronavirus lockdown measures

  23-03-2020 22:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson's words to the nation as he impose strict restrictions on movement to combat the virus
  
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• The stories from the past week which will make you proud to be Bristolian

  23-03-2020 22:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's not all doom and gloom
  
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• Boris Johnson announces strict curbs on movement to halt coronavirus

  23-03-2020 21:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People will be banned from gathering in groups of more than two and only shops selling essential goods will be able to stay open
  
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• The things we've all learnt after working from home for a week

  23-03-2020 20:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  8. We have office furniture for a reason
  
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• The Bristol pub accused of ignoring closure order

  23-03-2020 20:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It was unbelievable and frankly disgraceful'
  
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• UK National Lottery results: Set for Life winning numbers on March 23, 2020

  23-03-2020 20:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Another exciting lottery is up for grabs
  
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• All Bristol parks closed from today amid coronavirus outbreak

  23-03-2020 20:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Including play areas, toilets and cafés
  
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• The hand sanitiser recipe you can make at home

  23-03-2020 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  These days, it can be quite hard and expensive to find a shop selling hand sanitiser
  
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• Coronavirus cases rise in Bristol and South Gloucestershire

  23-03-2020 19:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The latest regional figures have been released
  
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• Fifty-four more people die in UK after testing positive for COVID-19

  23-03-2020 19:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There have been 46 more deaths in the past 24 hours
  
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• Council says it will not collect any debts on unpaid bills for three months

  23-03-2020 18:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People are still encouraged to pay their bills if they are able to do so to avoid building up debt
  
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• Airbus unveils emergency measures to ‘protect future’

  23-03-2020 18:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'We are safeguarding our business'
  
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• Morrisons brings in screens to separate staff from customers

  23-03-2020 18:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The screens are designed to prevent the Covid-19 infection spreading
  
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• College Green fundraiser money to be used for wildlife and biodiversity projects

  23-03-2020 18:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A total of £25,000 was raised in the end following a £10,000 donation from energy firm Good Energy
  
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• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson to addrss the nation 'this evening'

  23-03-2020 17:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are rumours a full lockdown could be announced
  
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• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson to address the nation 'this evening'

  23-03-2020 17:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are rumours a full lockdown could be announced
  
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• Bristol explosion: Drug producer James Toogood jailed

  23-03-2020 17:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  James Toogood was using butane to make cannabis oil when he destroyed a block of flats.
  
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• Shop worker at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway tests positive for coronavirus

  23-03-2020 17:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The unnamed shop has been closed for cleaning
  
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• Locked up: The people jailed in Bristol last week

  23-03-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We compile this week's list of people we reported on who were sent to prison after being convicted of a variety of crimes
  
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• Last chance to get discounted Disney+ before UK launch - Bristol Live

  23-03-2020 16:49
  
  Last chance to get discounted Disney+ before UK launch  Bristol Live
  
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• The visiting restrictions in force at hospitals in and around Bristol

  23-03-2020 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Including Southmead, the BRI and Weston Generfal
  
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• Morrisons at Cribbs Causeway to reopen

  23-03-2020 16:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The store will reopen on Friday following a roof collapse that happened last month
  
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• Second World War bomb discovered in man's garden in Fishponds

  23-03-2020 16:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is believed the bomb was a souvenir
  
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• Bristol barbers staying open despite social distancing warnings

  23-03-2020 16:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'If Boris Johnson says we close, then we close. If not, then we keep going'
  
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• Restaurants and bars set to open in Bristol after coronavirus pandemic

  23-03-2020 15:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are lots of new places to look forward to
  
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• We are here for you

  23-03-2020 15:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The COVID-19 outbreak has understandably left people feeling vulnerable and uncertain but we’d like to reassure the public that it’s still business as normal at Avon and Somerset Police and our officers and staff are tirelessly working round-the-clock to keep communities safe. Chief Constable Andy Marsh said:
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• This is where to get your questions answered about volunteering in Bristol

  23-03-2020 15:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The website lists all the volunteering opportunities here in Bristol during the coronavirus outbreak
  
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• Benin Prince Asks Bristol to Return Looted Bronze - Gizmodo UK

  23-03-2020 15:30
  
  Benin Prince Asks Bristol to Return Looted Bronze  Gizmodo UK
  
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• Man jailed after endangering lives in house explosion

  23-03-2020 15:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A 36-year-old man has today (Monday 23 March) been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison for endangering lives when he caused an explosion in Bristol last year. Emergency services were called to an address in Hartcliffe, just before 8pm on 23 February last year, following an explosion causing a huge amount of damage to four addresses. Jurors were told James Toogood caused the incident by...
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• Man, in 70s, in critical condition after being hit by a car

  23-03-2020 15:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident happened in Westbury Lane, near to its junction with Compton Drive, at about 7.30am
  
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• Bristol mayor Marvin Rees urges people to stay at home

  23-03-2020 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mr Rees said despite Government advice people are continuing to congregate in areas of Bristol including outside pubs, in non-essential shops and in playparks
  
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• Report finds discrimination against transgender women in prison

  23-03-2020 14:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The IMB report also issued serious concerns over the lack of rehabilitation courses for inmates
  
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• The full list of people who need to stay at home for 12 weeks

  23-03-2020 14:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new measures come into force today
  
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• Man jailed over explosion which ripped through Bristol flats

  23-03-2020 14:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  His partner Laura Hawkins was jailed for permitting her premises to be used for the production of drugs.
  
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• Man jailed for blowing up council flats in Bristol while trying to make drugs

  23-03-2020 14:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  His partner Laura Hawkins was jailed for permitting her premises to be used for the production of drugs.
  
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• Charity calls for inquiry into major project near Feeder Canal

  23-03-2020 14:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Victorian Society says the site is an “irreplaceable part of Bristol’s industrial heritage”
  
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• Extinction Rebellion threatens "direct action" to stop new roads being built

  23-03-2020 14:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The West of England Combined Authority (Weca) committee adopted the Joint Local Transport Plan (JLTP4) at a meeting on Friday (March 20)
  
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• Family reunited with stolen dog after discovering it had been sold

  23-03-2020 13:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Owner has launched a petition for tougher  action against dog thieves
  
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• Appeal for witnesses following assault in Bath

  23-03-2020 13:36 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses following an assault in Bath city centre. It happened in George Street between 1.45-2.30am on 29 February. The victim was making his way home after a night out with friends in the city. As he left them he noticed they were being assaulted by a group of females. This was in George Street near to its corner with Milsom Street He went to assist one of them but was...
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• As the daughter of a nurse, I'm begging you to stay home

  23-03-2020 13:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She's staying in work for you, stay home for her
  
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• One-year-old baby taken on high-speed police chase

  23-03-2020 13:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The child was unharmed
  
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• Charges after call about man trying car door handles – Bristol

  23-03-2020 12:00 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A man is due in court charged with theft after a call from a witness reporting someone trying car door handles in south Bristol in the early hours of Friday 20 March. Joshua Malone, 27, of St Philips, is due before Bristol Magistrates on 7 April charged in connection with a theft from a car parked in Kenmare Road and resisting arrest. He was released on conditional police bail with an overnight...
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• These are the opening times and shopping rules for supermarkets across the UK

  23-03-2020 11:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are changes to supermarket opening times and shopping rules across the UK
  
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• The girl who made 60 Mother's Day cards and gave them all away

  23-03-2020 11:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Stay safe, be happy, love Sunny"
  
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• Did you witness crash near Bath?

  23-03-2020 11:23 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are seeking witnesses to a crash near Bath that happened on Saturday 21 March. At about 11.20am, a mini moto biker rider was involved in a collision with a vehicle in Kewstoke Road, Combe Down. The rider, who is his 20s, suffered a broken leg and he was taken to hospital. The car involved is described as a silver or grey 4×4. Its driver failed to stop after the collision and the vehicle was...
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• Appeal after attempted robbery of boy aged 15 – Bath

  23-03-2020 11:15 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses and information after a 15-year-old boy was punched in an attempted robbery in Bath. It happened just before 7.30pm on Saturday 21 March near the junction of Monksfield Road and Oldfield Lane. One of a group of four older teenage boys claimed the 15-year-old’s bike was his and grabbed it. The victim fell to the ground where he was punched and kicked.
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• Bristol Medical School first in UK to sign BMA racial harassment charter - Epigram

  23-03-2020 10:19
  
  Bristol Medical School first in UK to sign BMA racial harassment charter  Epigram
  
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• Teen may have survived if symptoms were recognised earlier

  23-03-2020 09:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An inquest heard she would have had a better chance of surviving
  
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• Complaints over lack of distancing as thousands hit beauty spots

  23-03-2020 09:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parks, playgrounds, the Downs, Ashton Court, the harbourside and other beauty spots were full of people, despite social distancing advice from the government
  
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