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• 41 more people die in UK after testing positive for COVID-19

  25-03-2020 23:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There have been 41 more deaths in the UK in the past 24 hours
  
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• Bristol Airport only running 'essential flights' helping stranded residents

  25-03-2020 23:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Only two planes took off from Bristol today  (Wednesday)
  
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• Update on number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Bristol,

  25-03-2020 22:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rise in cases has slowed down compared to Tuesday
  
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• Catering firm slammed for charging primary school £11 for 'shameful' free meals

  25-03-2020 22:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Catering firm says poor provision is due to food supply chain issues causes by coronavirus
  
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• 'Can I walk my dog?': Police bombarded with 999 calls about lockdown rules

  25-03-2020 22:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset police are asking people not to abuse the phone lines
  
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• What we are missing about our old lives in Bristol

  25-03-2020 21:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The weird feeling of shock and loss for the lives we used to have
  
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• LIVE Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday, March 25

  25-03-2020 20:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Another amazing jackpot is on offer
  
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• Image of man found dead released as police struggle to identify him

  25-03-2020 20:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'We’re in the terribly sad position'
  
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• Public urged to report issues online with four enquiries offices open

  25-03-2020 19:57 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The majority of police enquiry offices across the force area have been closed in a bid to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Four of them will remain open seven days a week, but should only be used if absolutely essential. Anyone displaying coronavirus symptoms or self-isolating should follow Government advice and stay at home and report matters for the police through our website instead.
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• Public urged to report issues online as most enquiries desks shut

  25-03-2020 19:57 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The majority of police enquiry offices across the force area have been closed in a bid to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Four of them will remain open seven days a week, but should only be used if absolutely essential. Anyone displaying coronavirus symptoms or self-isolating should follow Government advice and stay at home and report matters for the police through our website instead.
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• Bristol University to fine students up to £800 for ignoring social distancing

  25-03-2020 19:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It comes after a 'small number of reports of anti-social behaviour by students
  
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• Man steals pushchair before setting it alight

  25-03-2020 19:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police and fire were called to the scene
  
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• Play area on estate would 'turn pavilion into a teenage hangout'

  25-03-2020 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'I have never seen plans create as much upset as this'
  
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• Part of 2,450-home South Gloucestershire masterplan is in jeopardy

  25-03-2020 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 247 homes are earmarked for Yate
  
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• E-fit appeal to identify man found dead in Avonmouth

  25-03-2020 17:18 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Detectives investigating the death of a man whose body was found submerged in water in Avonmouth earlier this month have released an E-fit of him. Officers have generated the image in an effort to identify the man who was found by a dog walker off an access road near to Boundary Road on Sunday 8 March. Checks made against missing person reports and using the DNA database have so far proved...
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• Chloe, 21, died with coronavirus despite having no underlying health conditions

  25-03-2020 17:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mum Diane is urging people to take it seriously
  
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• Plea for 450 rooms for rough sleepers and homeless people

  25-03-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The council has made an urgent call to hoteliers and other housing providers
  
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• David Walliams puts out 30 free audio stories for children

  25-03-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Britain’s Got Talent judge is doing it to help youngsters through the coronavirus crisis
  
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• This is what's being done to help people across North Somerset

  25-03-2020 16:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Town and parish councils are working flat-out to offer help and support to vulnerable people in smaller communities
  
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• MSE Martin Lewis issues advice for self employed

  25-03-2020 16:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Money Saving Expert says Government should step in with measures to help
  
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• Hundreds of thousands to be tested for coronavirus every day 'within weeks'

  25-03-2020 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Testing is being expanded - including for NHS workers
  
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• Police chief reveals work being done to tackle domestic abuse

  25-03-2020 16:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is a priority for Avon and Somerset Police
  
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• Halfords is planning to reopen its stores

  25-03-2020 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The car and cycling retailer is deemed an “essential business”
  
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• M32 protesters move into tree houses and say they will not leave

  25-03-2020 15:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Protesters say they are 'complying with all COVID-19 recommendations'
  
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• Hinkley Point C to slash workforce on site by more than 2,000

  25-03-2020 15:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Energy giant EDF which is behind the project has already closed its Bristol head office
  
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• South Bristol restaurant launches drive-thru service

  25-03-2020 15:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People can pick up delicious hot meals and essential groceries from the Tobacco Factory without having to leave their car
  
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• Road cordoned off by police after crash - updates

  25-03-2020 15:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The road has been closed in both directions
  
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• M&S and Asda bring in strict new rules to limit people in stores

  25-03-2020 14:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “We’re working hard to protect you and our colleagues"
  
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• Arrest over church burglary – Bath

  25-03-2020 14:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We have a man in our cells today, Wednesday 25 March, after patrolling officers came across a burglary at a church. At about 9pm on Tuesday night, 24 March, one of our neighbourhood PCSOs was patrolling Bath with a PC. They heard an alarm sounding and saw a man run from St Mary’s church in Darlington Street. We arrested a suspect in nearby Bathwick Street. Officers found the church door had been...
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• Self-isolating woman in Bristol slams 'broken' Universal Credit system

  25-03-2020 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “They’ve hung us out to dry. Universal Credit is a broken system"
  
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• Man says NHS workers can park on his drive - after neighbours put cones out

  25-03-2020 13:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  While the majority people are going out of their way to help others, some residents near Southmead Hospital have been anything but kind
  
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• Hospital worker 'sad' as cones put out to block parking

  25-03-2020 13:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  While the majority people are going out of their way to help others, some residents near Southmead Hospital have been anything but kind
  
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• DVSA to give drivers six-month exemption on MoTs - this is who qualifies

  25-03-2020 13:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  All cars, vans and motorcycles will be exempted from needing a test from Monday, March 30
  
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• Two Bristol teens stranded in New Zealand as all flights to UK cancelled - Bristol Post

  25-03-2020 13:22
  
  Two Bristol teens stranded in New Zealand as all flights to UK cancelled  Bristol Post
  
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• BBC announces replacement coverage for Glastonbury Festival

  25-03-2020 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 'Glastonbunbury Experience' will include classic performances from years gone by
  
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• Self-isolating Bristol headteacher ‘surprised’ at key worker list

  25-03-2020 13:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol Grammar School head Jaideep Barot spoke live on television about coronavirus' impact on schools
  
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• Two Bristol teens stranded in New Zealand as all flights to UK cancelled

  25-03-2020 13:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The teenagers were backpacking around New Zealand when the pandemic started
  
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• Ryanair grounds its flights until June - including at Bristol Airport

  25-03-2020 13:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ryanair is not expecting to operate further commercial flights until June 2020
  
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• Pub vandalised after being forced to close due to coronavirus

  25-03-2020 12:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “It’s a stressful enough time at the moment without this happening as well.”
  
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• ADVERTORIAL: Free digital resources to help vulnerable people stay connected

  25-03-2020 12:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BT has a range of information for families, the elderly, home workers, and small businesses that can help navigate social distancing digitally
  
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• Michael Eavis donates thousands of hand sanitisers and face masks to NHS

  25-03-2020 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Glastonbury Festival 2020 has been cancelled, with the event expected to return in 2021
  
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• Holidaymakers stuck abroad can apply for loan - here's how

  25-03-2020 12:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Foreign secretary Dominic Raab said the government would step in and help in extreme cases
  
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• Coronavirus: Updates as UK in lockdown – Bristol cases rise, Prince Charles tests positive - Bristol Live

  25-03-2020 11:53
  
  Coronavirus: Updates as UK in lockdown – Bristol cases rise, Prince Charles tests positive  Bristol Live
  
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• Prince Charles tests positive for coronavirus - what we know

  25-03-2020 11:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He is currently self-isolating
  
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• 'Expect to be challenged by police' - chief constable on UK lockdown - Bristol Post

  25-03-2020 11:29
  
  'Expect to be challenged by police' - chief constable on UK lockdown  Bristol Post
  
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• Magistrates grant closure order to property to tackle antisocial behaviour

  25-03-2020 11:10 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A closure order has been granted for a property in Yeovil after people raised repeated concerns about antisocial behaviour and drug offences. We worked closely with partners to secure a three-month closure order against 10 Becket House, in South Street. The order was granted by magistrates on Monday 23 March. In recent months police have been called to the address several times for issues...
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• Why Phil and Holly are still hosting This Morning despite lockdown

  25-03-2020 11:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We are here for you"
  
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• 'Expect to be challenged by police' - chief constable on UK lockdown

  25-03-2020 10:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset’s chief constable said police would challenge groups of more than two people.
  
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• Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

  25-03-2020 10:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?
  
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• Bristol woman's anger at easyJet over 'naughty' refund process

  25-03-2020 10:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It's as if easyJet are just hoping we will rebook'
  
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