Bristol news

• Film fans slam Odeon for putting limits on 'Limitless membership'

  25-08-2026 10:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Film fans are angry after Odeon changed the terms and conditions of their 'myLIMITLESS' membership
  
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• M5 closed as wildfire breaks out

  25-08-2026 22:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There were delays and a mile of traffic on the approach
  
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• M5 closed as wildfire breaks out - updates

  25-08-2026 21:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are delays and a mile of traffic on the approach
  
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• Beloved young dad to be laid to rest in Bristol as bikers urged to join final tribute

  25-08-2026 19:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ben's family and friends have asked bikers to join the ride out for the young dad tomorrow
  
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• Motorists urged to make check that 'take seconds' to help avoid injuries

  25-08-2026 18:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A workplace security expert has warned wearing a certain accessory while driving could lead to serious injuries, such as a collapsed lung, if an airbag deploys during a collision
  
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• Half of UK adults baffled by financial jargon as top 25 confusing money terms listed

  25-08-2026 17:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Smart money app Plum has published a glossary of the 25 most baffling money terms to help people take control of their finances.
  
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• Two-year work on New Cut embankment to finally end

  25-08-2026 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But not before a series of overnight road closures starting this week
  
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• Decision on turning historic former care home in Cotham into student flats

  25-08-2026 16:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But locals say there is already quite a lot of student accommodation in the area already
  
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• E-scooter rider taken to hospital after South Bristol crash

  25-08-2026 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was left with a head injury
  
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• Five more arrests made as investigation into 'serious organised crime links' after A66 crash killed two officers

  25-08-2026 16:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Five more people have been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the A66 crash near Middlesbrough [National Story]
  
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• Britain's youngest female paedophile to be re-released from prison

  25-08-2026 16:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She was just 18 and on a childcare course at college when she committed the "atrocious crimes"
  
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• Exact time to set your alarm for 'incredible' lunar eclipse hitting UK this week

  25-08-2026 15:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The UK is set to see a lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon, in just a few days - and you'll need to set an alarm at one very specific time of day if you want to see it
  
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• Super cars seized after 'dangerous driving' along M4 and M5

  25-08-2026 15:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is understood they were heading to a wedding
  
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• A37 Wells Road reopens after crash involving 'car and motorcycle'

  25-08-2026 14:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There were queues in the area
  
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• South Bristol A-road crash update as biker taken to hospital

  25-08-2026 14:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He has been left with 'potentially life-changing injuries'
  
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• Man and woman arrested after baby's sudden death in the South West

  25-08-2026 13:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The death is being treated as unexplained
  
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• New firm could soon run Bristol and Bath's e-scooter hire scheme

  25-08-2026 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The service is currently run by Dott, the third firm to operate the e-scooters
  
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• Meals on wheels and care home could close in major Bristol social care review

  25-08-2026 13:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An eight-week public consultation is being launched
  
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• The European city with a cathedral and 300,000 people with new eating outside rules

  25-08-2026 12:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone heading to one of Italy's grandest attraction may need to brush up on local law or risk up to €500 in fines
  
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• South Bristol children create short film calling for action on river pollution

  25-08-2026 12:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The short film sees them team up with some friendly animals to help find a missing water vole
  
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• A37 Wells Road shut after crash involving 'car and motorcycle'

  25-08-2026 12:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are queues in the area
  
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• Big Brother series 7 stars Mikey and Grace and where they are 20 years on

  25-08-2026 12:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Big Brother is set to return to screens later this year and fans may be wondering what became of one fan favourite pair from series seven
  
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• Great Expectations gets Gen Alpha makeover to help parents decode teen slang

  25-08-2026 12:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The classic novel has been reimagined in today's teen speak and renamed 'Bare Expectations' to help parents better understand the Gen Alpha slang their children use online
  
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• M32 updates after crash blocks slip road

  25-08-2026 11:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Expect some delays
  
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• Thunderstorm warning near Bristol as Met Office predicts 'large hail and frequent lightning'

  25-08-2026 11:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Intense rain, large hail and frequent lightning" are possible
  
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• Thunderstorm warning for Bristol as Met Office predicts 'large hail and frequent lightning'

  25-08-2026 11:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Heavy rain could bring an end to the scorching summer of 2026
  
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• Witness appeal after burglary in Taunton

  25-08-2026 09:55 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at a domestic property in Taunton. A house in Broadlands Way, Taunton, was broken into at around 12.45pm on Saturday 15 August. Nothing was stolen from the property, and the offenders left the scene after an intruder alarm sounded when they attempted to gain entry. The offenders have been described as four males wearing face masks…
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• 'Last chance' to get free £100 Asda, Tesco or Waitrose voucher

  25-08-2026 09:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The vouchers can also be used in Sainsbury's and Morrisons
  
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• Experts say 'start small' as half of parents fear giving child a phone

  25-08-2026 09:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many children will get a phone in time to start a new school
  
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• A4 Hotwell Road crash causing delays on key route

  25-08-2026 08:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic is 'busy'
  
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