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• New spending limits for some Santander customers

  23-09-2026 07:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some customers could see rules on where and when money can be spent - as well as how much
  
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• Thornbury man died after severe turbulence on aeroplane

  23-09-2026 18:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The inquest heard the man's wife, who sustained serious injuries, was not informed of his death until two days later
  
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• Somerset fraudster abused position of trust

  23-09-2026 17:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Issued on behalf of the South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU). A fraudster who exploited a vulnerable widow and stole money intended to clear her debts has been jailed following an investigation by the South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU). Paul Johns, 61, of Prestleigh Road, Shepton Mallet, appeared at Taunton Crown Court on Monday 21 September…
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• Shared ownership switch for landmark Bristol development

  23-09-2026 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It offers first-time buyers a more accessible route on to the property ladder'
  
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• 'Prolific offender' sent back to jail after £40 theft from South Bristol shop

  23-09-2026 16:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was also arrested for robbery
  
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• Mounjaro and Wegovy warning for people considering stopping weight-loss jabs

  23-09-2026 16:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A pharmacist explains what you need to know before making any changes
  
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• HMRC alert to anyone with a National Insurance number

  23-09-2026 15:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  HMRC alert to anyone with a National Insurance number
  
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• Asda covers Britain’s 'rudest' signposts covered with curtains

  23-09-2026 14:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A new study from Asda Money found almost two thirds of Brits admit to being distracted by a rude-sounding road name
  
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• Huge Castle Park response after 'person seen in water'

  23-09-2026 14:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Firefighters, paramedics and rescue boats were involved in the search
  
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• Family desperate to find missing teen who vanished near Portishead beach

  23-09-2026 14:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'We would like to thank everyone who has called with offers of support and helped police in the search for our son'
  
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• 31 UK branches affected as Santander confirms changes - full list

  23-09-2026 14:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Santander UK gave an update on Wednesday
  
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• Renewed appeal to locate missing George, 18

  23-09-2026 13:34 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are renewing our appeal to locate missing 18-year-old George. George had been out near the Royal Inn pub, off Pier Road, in Portishead, on Thursday 17 September when he went missing at around 8.20pm. Following his disappearance, police, fire, Coastguard, RNLI, and the National Police Air Service were deployed to the Woodlands Road area and beach where he was last seen and…
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• New Foreign Office Turkey 'safety and security' update for travellers

  23-09-2026 13:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has updated its advice
  
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• Third of Bristol city councillors faced complaints about conduct last year

  23-09-2026 12:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But none of the 35 complaints were upheld
  
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• I thought blurred vision was a hangover - but it was eye tumour

  23-09-2026 12:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  On a friend's advice, the 28-year-old decided to go to Specsavers the next day for a routine check-up.
  
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• Family's heartfelt tribute to loving teen killed in motorbike crash

  23-09-2026 12:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alfie Gray died as a result of his injuries
  
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• Wallace and Gromit coming to LEGO for first time with event for fans

  23-09-2026 12:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will be a grand day out for fans of the Bristol creation
  
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• Martin Lewis issues new advice on lending money to family

  23-09-2026 11:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mr Lewis has published a new guide on navigating what can be a tricky situation
  
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• Family’s pride for Alfie, 18, in heartfelt tribute

  23-09-2026 10:26 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The family of an 18-year-old man whose life was cruelly cut short by a dangerous driver have paid tribute to a son ‘they were extremely proud of.” Alfie Gray, from Weston-super-Mare, was riding his motorbike home from work along the A370 when he was involved in a collision with a car which veered into his path on Tuesday 10 September 2024. Alfie tragically died as a result of his…
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• Vapes could be seized when you get to UK airports under new October 1 rule

  23-09-2026 09:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone bringing vapes and vape liquid into a UK airport could be asked to pay a charge or have them confiscated
  
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• Waitrose 'contamination' alert as 'unsafe' drink taken off shelves

  23-09-2026 08:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone who has bought it has been advised not to drink it
  
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• Sex offenders spiking victims with over-the-counter pills and vapes

  23-09-2026 07:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police say 'act quickly' as they release details of where attacks are happening and who is targeted
  
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• Traffic lights finally removed as Bathurst Bridge reopens ahead of schedule

  23-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two sets of temporary lights turned getting through a section of the road into a nightmare
  
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• Safety concerns spark calls for better lighting on key Bristol commuter route as hundreds back petition

  23-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This section of Concorde Way is used by lots of schoolchildren and train passengers
  
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• Ofsted praise for school in Bristol's most deprived area

  23-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The report captures the school our children and families experience every day - welcoming, inclusive and full of adults who care deeply"
  
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• Developers scale back plans for £10m homes site next to the Downs

  23-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We have worked really hard to understand the community’s priorities"
  
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• NHS message to South West smokers as law changes in 100 days

  23-09-2026 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A major change is happening on January 1, 2027
  
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• Air ambulance lands near popular Manchester pub and two teens taken to hospital after stabbing

  22-09-2026 22:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two teenage boys were taken to hospital after reports of a stabbing on Whittaker Lane in Prestwich [National Story]
  
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• Key details after heavy police presence outside Tesco store

  22-09-2026 19:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  At least four police cars were seen outside the shop
  
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• 'Putney pusher' suspect's death discovered after he missed family meal

  22-09-2026 19:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nicholas Brandram, 44, was arrested in in connection with an incident on Putney Bridge in which a jogger shoved a woman headfirst into the path of an oncoming bus
  
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