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• Live: School evacuated after 'security alert'

  26-01-2026 11:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• 'Pretty' seaside town with castle and 'epic views' is easy to get to from Bristol

  27-01-2026 15:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The coastal town has been praised by social media users as 'beautiful' with 'wild' views. It's just under four hours by train from Bristol, but it's well worth it for anyone seeking history and "epic coastal views".
  
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• Nationwide confirms timeline for 2026 round of bonus payment scheme

  27-01-2026 15:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Millions of Nationwide members were previously paid £100 through the scheme
  
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• E.ON customers can save £90 by turning thermostat down just one degree

  27-01-2026 15:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The energy supplier has shared simple tips that can make a big difference to bills this winter
  
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• Warning as counterfeit £20 notes enter circulation

  27-01-2026 15:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We are urging residents and businesses to be vigilant following reports counterfeit £20 notes are in circulation across South Gloucestershire. Officers have received several reports counterfeit bank notes are being used in the area and are now issuing advice on how to spot them. The warning comes after we were made aware of an incident whereby fake notes, which are entirely worthless…
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• UK visitors could face huge price hike with ETA fees set to rise

  27-01-2026 15:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Home Office intends to raise Electronic Travel Authorisation fees from £16 to £20, though no official date has been confirmed and the increase requires parliamentary approval
  
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• Aldi's new £20 coat that's 'perfect for walking' looks similar to £105 high-end option

  27-01-2026 15:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Aldi is launching a new Long Line Quilted Coat for £19.99 as part of its SpecialBuy range
  
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• Revolution Bar group closes 21 venues across UK immediately - full list

  27-01-2026 15:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Revel Collective, owner of Revolution Bars, Revolucion de Cuba and Peach Pubs, enters administration with 21 venue closures affecting 591 jobs
  
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• Pop Idol star Gareth Gates set to re-open Bristol bingo venue

  27-01-2026 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Pop Idol star will be performing and meeting fans on the night
  
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• Revolution bars owner to close 21 venues with 591 jobs lost

  27-01-2026 14:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It comes after owners The Revel Collective appointed administrators
  
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• Bristol man accused of ‘plotting to become IS martyr with trip to Somalia stronghold’

  27-01-2026 14:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He is accused of leaving the UK to join up with extremists from the so-called Islamic State
  
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• 'I was fit and healthy but routine MRI scan left me in wheelchair - the dye poisoned me'

  27-01-2026 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The nurse had an MRI scan after suffering concussion symptoms following an accidental bump to her head
  
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• Love Island duo's 'awkward' photos resurface amid villa row

  27-01-2026 14:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  ITV fans have unearthed photos of a Love Island: All Stars duo which contradict claims they weren't friends before the villa
  
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• Check your change for three £2 coins worth over £1,000

  27-01-2026 14:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They must feature specific errors to be particularly valuable
  
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• Love Island All Stars contestant suffers blow as villa tensions mount

  27-01-2026 14:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emotions have been running high in the South Africa villa with dramatic twists set to air on tonight's episode
  
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• PureGym's free fitness plan 'burns fat and builds muscle'

  27-01-2026 14:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The plan offers free exercise videos for people looking to switch up their home workouts or gym routine
  
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• Area near Bristol on red alert as flooding submerges South West villages

  27-01-2026 13:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Neighbouring counties have already been badly hit by Storm Chandra
  
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• Bristol City Council planning department out of special measures after government decision

  27-01-2026 13:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It has taken almost two years
  
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• BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent says 'I'll miss her' as tributes pour in for co-star

  27-01-2026 13:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent has paid tribute to her co-star Carol Kirkwood after the meteorologist announced she was leaving the programme after two decades
  
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• Tesco issues product recall for £3.85 ready meal over undeclared allergen

  27-01-2026 13:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tesco and Food Standards Agency issues 'do not eat' warning to shoppers
  
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• BBC weather star Carol Kirkwood shares how illness prompted her weight loss transformation

  27-01-2026 13:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Presenter Carol Kirkwood opened up about how she dropped around one and half dress sizes to become a slim size eight
  
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• 'Know the signs' as parents warned of painful infection affecting 'most children'

  27-01-2026 13:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parents urged to 'know the signs' as pharmacists see a spike in ear infections from October to March
  
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• New 2026 dates announced for popular ‘Raise Your Ride’ motorcyclist training courses

  27-01-2026 13:11 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We’re encouraging motorcyclists across the Avon and Somerset force area to sign up for our Raise Your Ride advanced training courses, with new dates now confirmed for 2026. Delivered in partnership between Avon and Somerset Police and Somerset Road Safety, the scheme is led by police-trained advanced riders and is designed to build skills, awareness and confidence in a real-world riding…
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• New 2026 dates announced for popular ‘Raise Your Ride’ motorcycle courses

  27-01-2026 13:11 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We’re encouraging motorcyclists across the Avon and Somerset force area to sign up for our Raise Your Ride courses, with new dates now confirmed for 2026. Delivered in partnership between Avon and Somerset Police and Somerset Road Safety, the scheme is led by police-trained advanced riders and is designed to build skills, awareness and confidence in a real-world riding environment.
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• Met Office issues yet another rain warning for South West England

  27-01-2026 13:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Another wall of rain is set to cause disruption
  
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• Mum urges parents to have kids vaccinated after child left fighting for life

  27-01-2026 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sophie Dale was "nervous and doubtful" about vaccinating her son because of posts she had seen on TikTok and Facebook
  
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• Premium Bonds 'under review' as NS&I announces rates cut

  27-01-2026 12:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new NS&I rates will come in from next month
  
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• B&M selling 'trendy' £6 ribbed lamp that resembles £35 Next duo

  27-01-2026 12:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The budget retailer's 'trendy' lamp could be compared to a pricier Next set of two lamps
  
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• List of people eligible for free UK TV Licence or discounts

  27-01-2026 12:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many UK residents could save money on their TV Licence, but need to check whether they are eligible
  
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• Witness appeal after collision

  27-01-2026 12:39 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We’re appealing for witnesses and any dashcam footage after a collision in Taunton on Saturday (24 January). Emergency services were called at 7.15pm to reports of the three-car collision on the Wickes Roundabout connecting the A38, A358 and Obridge Viaduct. It involved a silver Seat Leon, a red Citreon C1, and a Nissan Qashqai. Officers attended, but thankfully no serious injuries…
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