Bristol news

• Weather maps show snow heading for south west

  19-12-2025 20:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A major weather system could be just days away from bringing heavy snow across the entire length of the UK.
  
  Read more

• MI6 conman told to repay £125,000 to fraud victim

  19-12-2025 18:40 via bbc.com
  A judge says he "doubts" Mark Acklom, believed to be living in Spain, will pay the money back.
  
  Read more

• Family of stabbed girl, 9, say 'our hearts are broken'

  19-12-2025 18:07 via bbc.com
  The nine-year-old's family say she was "the most beautiful little soul" who was "full of light".
  
  Read more

• New policy to reduce van dwellers is approved

  19-12-2025 17:55 via bbc.com
  Vehicle dwellers will be offered up to three months of support before enforcement action is taken.
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Burglars posed as police officers to steal cash from victim's home

  19-12-2025 17:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Locals have been warned to be alert
  
  Read more

• Supervision order for man after wife’s death

  19-12-2025 16:41 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A man has been handed a two-year supervision order after a jury found he unlawfully killed his wife, Delia Haxworth, 85, at their home in Bath on Tuesday 18 June 2024. A two-day “finding of fact” hearing was held at Bristol Crown Court in September 2025 as William Haxworth, 88, of Upper Lansdown Mews, was not fit to stand trial. Mr Haxworth appeared before His Honour Judge William Hart…
  Source
  
  Read more

• Changes to Liveable Neighbourhood 'don't go far enough'

  19-12-2025 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Campaigners vow to continue the fight against the controversial East Bristol project
  
  Read more

• Man who smothered wife of 62 years is spared jail

  19-12-2025 16:37 via bbc.com
  William Haxworth is given a two-year supervision order after what the judge called a "tragic" case.
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Family pay tribute to ‘beautiful’ Aria Thorpe

  19-12-2025 16:30 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Moving tributes have been paid to nine-year-old Aria Thorpe by her family. She has been described as a ‘beautiful soul’ by those who loved her so dearly. Aria died at an address in the Mead Vale area of Weston-super-Mare on Monday 15 December and specialist officers are providing her family with support. ‘Our hearts are broken in a way we never imagined possible’…
  Source
  
  Read more

• Bristol City and Millwall charged after mass brawl

  19-12-2025 15:39 via bbc.com
  Bristol City and Millwall are charged by the FA for the mass brawl between players and coaching staff at Ashton Gate.
  
  Read more

• How many meetings is your councillor actually going to?

  19-12-2025 15:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Councillors in Bristol receive a minimum basic annual allowance of £17,645. The amount each of our city's elected representatives receives increases depending on their specific roles and responsibilities; Council Leader Tony Dyer was paid just under £50,000 in allowances in the 2024/25 financial year.
  
  Read more

• Bristol's harbourside as you've never seen it before

  19-12-2025 15:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  What did have the BBC done to the centre of Bristol?
  
  Read more

• Save £232 on your energy bills with 'fastest way' to cut costs

  19-12-2025 15:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You can make several changes to help keep your energy bills down
  
  Read more

• Debenhams reduces £780 designer watch by 89 per cent that's 'brilliant'

  19-12-2025 14:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People have left glowing reviews for the discounted timepiece
  
  Read more

• Spice that cuts inflammation set to dominate in 2026, expert says

  19-12-2025 14:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A food expert has explained the foods we will be eating next year - from banana and sweetcorn to dandelions and nettles
  
  Read more

• Critics fear 'whack-a-mole' scenario over Bristol van-dwellers

  19-12-2025 14:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  All you need to know about the latest on the caravan row
  
  Read more

• Questions still remain unanswered over when caravans will be removed from the Downs

  19-12-2025 14:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Long-awaited exodus policy is finally approved
  
  Read more

• Three charged after rural thefts investigation

  19-12-2025 13:58 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Three men have been charged with conspiracy to steal after an investigation into the theft of hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of farming equipment. Eli Isaacs, 37, Charlie Hughes, 28, and Jack Bowerman, 35, are due to appear at Taunton and Yeovil magistrates’ courts today (19 December). Isaacs, of Standerwick, Hughes, of Ilchester, and Bowerman, of Ebbw Vale…
  Source
  
  Read more

• 'I used ChatGPT to fight ticket - the parking firm ended up paying me instead'

  19-12-2025 13:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Loren Cole ended up pocketing more than £460 from the parking company
  
  Read more

• Christmas shoppers warned they may have unknowingly bought fake gifts

  19-12-2025 13:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Counterfeit goods can look authentic but may be dangerous as Citizen’s Advice experts explain how to get a refund
  
  Read more

• Millions in UK urged to do '10 second test' after opening Christmas presents

  19-12-2025 13:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A BBC Morning Live presenter has shared a simple test to check people don't end up making the error
  
  Read more

• Murder trial date set for mum accused of killing kids

  19-12-2025 12:51 via bbc.com
  The three young children were found dead at their Bristol family home.
  
  Read more

• Woman charged with murdering her three children will face trial

  19-12-2025 12:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Three children died of stab wounds in February last year
  
  Read more

• Trial date set for teen charged with girl's murder

  19-12-2025 12:36 via bbc.com
  A 15-year-old is accused of murdering nine-year-old Aria Thorpe.
  
  Read more

• Teenager charged with murder of nine-year-old girl back in court

  19-12-2025 12:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The defendant appeared via video link from youth detention accommodation
  
  Read more

• M&S reduces bestselling perfume set from £50 to £30 with nine bottles inside

  19-12-2025 12:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Full Fragrance Eau de Toilette Collection features nine 30ml bottles, each with its own scent
  
  Read more

• 'Caravan city' on Bristol outskirts because people 'can't afford housing'

  19-12-2025 11:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dozens are parked alongside bypass
  
  Read more

• If not you, then who? How to be an active bystander when someone is being harassed.

  19-12-2025 11:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Sexist jokes, inappropriate comments, unwanted attention, intimidation. These may not be ‘crimes’ but they are no less threatening or harmful to the person experiencing them. National figures show that 71% of women have experienced harassment in public spaces. Whilst we know it’s not just women who experience harassment, they are disproportionately affected.
  Source
  
  Read more

• Eight security rules for anyone getting new tech for Christmas

  19-12-2025 11:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A security expert has explained how you could quietly give away a lot of personal information and access
  
  Read more

• DWP 'ramps up' assessment change to PIP benefit reviews in bid to cut bill by £1.9bn

  19-12-2025 11:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions is making changes to PIP benefit reviews as part of cost-cutting reforms
  
  Read more

• Three-weekly bin collection plan rejected

  19-12-2025 11:30 via bbc.com
  Bristol City Council also voted to replaces thousands of black bins with sacks.
  
  Read more

• Bristol landmark named among Britain's top engineering feats in national survey

  19-12-2025 11:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol's iconic bridge has been named in the top 10 British engineering achievements - and you might be surprised by number one
  
  Read more

• Five things in EFL: The ups and downs of a manager

  19-12-2025 10:46 via bbc.com
  BBC Sport takes a look at five highlights in this weekend's EFL fixture schedule.
  
  Read more

• Bristol motorway named among 5 most dangerous in the UK - BristolWorld

  19-12-2025 10:25
  Bristol motorway named among 5 most dangerous in the UK  BristolWorld
  
  Read more

• MAFS UK's Rebecca Fenney surprises fans with 'plot twist' romance - Bristol Live

  19-12-2025 10:21
  MAFS UK's Rebecca Fenney surprises fans with 'plot twist' romance  Bristol Live
  
  Read more

• MAFS UK's Rebecca Fenney surprises fans with 'plot twist' romance

  19-12-2025 10:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Married At First Sight UK star has revealed the identity of her new partner, and it is not who fans were expecting
  
  Read more

• BBC Breakfast host interrupts live interview as he tells guest 'stop talking'

  19-12-2025 09:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast presenter Charlie Stayt was left laughing as he jokingly tried to cut off a guest
  
  Read more

• Royal Mail issues update Fri December 19 as 117 postcodes hit by severe disruption - full list

  19-12-2025 09:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The national postal service has warned residents within these areas that they cannot guarantee the delivery of parcels or letters
  
  Read more

• Royal Mail issues Friday, December 19 update as 117 postcodes hit by severe disruption - full list

  19-12-2025 09:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The national postal service has warned residents within these areas that they cannot guarantee the delivery of parcels or letters
  
  Read more

• What channel is Harlequins v Bristol Bears Big Game rugby 2025? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream - Radio Times

  19-12-2025 09:12
  What channel is Harlequins v Bristol Bears Big Game rugby 2025? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream  Radio Times
  
  Read more

• Three-weekly bin collection plan for black bins in Bristol thrown out

  19-12-2025 09:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Greens failed to get cross-party support for the controversial proposal
  
  Read more

• What channel is Harlequins v Bristol Bears Big Game rugby 2025? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream - radiotimes.com

  19-12-2025 09:00
  What channel is Harlequins v Bristol Bears Big Game rugby 2025? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream  radiotimes.com
  
  Read more

• Hormone pill triggered rare condition that left woman fighting for life

  19-12-2025 08:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emily, 26, had a sudden onset of extreme pain and ended up in hospital for two weeks
  
  Read more

• Airport's runway expansion plan could create 'eyesore'

  19-12-2025 07:36 via bbc.com
  Bristol Airport plans to extend runway for long-haul flights may mean the loss of some common land.
  
  Read more

• How volunteers are spreading joy this Christmas

  19-12-2025 07:27 via bbc.com
  Free pantomime trips and "bags of joy" are being distributed across the region.
  
  Read more

• Five roads you must avoid today as traffic hits record - full list

  19-12-2025 07:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  24.4million cars are expected on the roads today, setting a new record
  
  Read more

• Major contactless payment rules update coming in March 2026

  19-12-2025 07:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  New contactless rules could see your card used for much more than £100
  
  Read more

• Warning issued to anyone driving on M4 or M5 today

  19-12-2025 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is predicted this year will see the busiest Christmas getaway on record
  
  Read more

• Classic baby names parents can 'love' in 2026

  19-12-2025 06:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Do you have a baby on the way soon? One of these names could be the one
  
  Read more

• Man's dying wish to make his road more colourful is fulfilled

  19-12-2025 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It’s been an emotional process"
  
  Read more

Follow @bristoluknws on Twitter!