MPs investigate ditching smart motorways
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/ February 26, 2021
A coroner says the roads - where hard shoulders become lanes at busy times - create a death "risk". Source...
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'Life was a party before Aids arrived in London'
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/ February 26, 2021
Gay life in London was vibrant as the 1980s began, but a mysterious illness was soon to change that. Source...
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National Trust to plant blossom trees around UK
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/ February 26, 2021
The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees at different sites around the UK. Source link BBC...
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Alex Salmond to face Holyrood inquiry amid conspiracy claims
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/ February 25, 2021
The former first minister is to appear before the inquiry into the government's mishandling of harassment complaints. Source link BBC...
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Kids Company founder calls for apology from Gove
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/ February 25, 2021
She said he had initially supported the charity's work and handed her a CBE when he was in the Department...
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President Joe Biden asks Anna Hursey, 14, for climate advice
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/ February 25, 2021
US president Joe Biden emailed Cardiff player Anna Hursey, 14, who is a UN climate change champion. Source link BBC...
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Furlough numbers climb sharply in January to 4.7 million
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/ February 25, 2021
The Centre for Cities dug into the numbers by location. The top 10 areas for furlough include those most exposed...
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Ronald Pickup: Best Exotic Marigold Hotel actor dies
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/ February 25, 2021
The 80-year-old actor passed away peacefully after a long illness, his agent says. Source link BBC NEWS UK
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UK Covid alert level drops as NHS threat 'reduced'
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/ February 25, 2021
The move to the second-highest level means the NHS is no longer at imminent risk of being overwhelmed. Source link...
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France v Scotland: Six Nations match unlikely to be next weekend after postponement
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/ February 25, 2021
France are favourites to win the Six Nations after victories against Italy and IrelandScotland's Six Nations match with France is...
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A-level and GCSE results: What do students and teachers think?
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/ February 25, 2021
GCSEs and A-level exams cancelled in England by the pandemic are to be replaced by teachers' grades. Source link BBC...
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Asda says 5,000 jobs at risk in new business plan
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/ February 25, 2021
The supermarket says it has begun consulting with workers over a major restructuring of its business. Source link BBC NEWS...
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Primark bets on last year's fashion for April reopening
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/ February 25, 2021
The High Street-only retailer says it has lost £1.1bn in sales due to the recent lockdown. Source link BBC NEWS...
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Mary Anning: Fossil hunter celebrated with Jurassic 50p coins
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/ February 25, 2021
The 19th Century fossil hunter's achievements were often overlooked during her own lifetime. Source link BBC NEWS UK
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Covid-19: Stormont to discuss NI's pathway to recovery
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/ February 25, 2021
The pathway to recovery blueprint is due to be published by the executive on Monday. Source link BBC NEWS UK
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Skewen: Coal Authority 'not liable' for mine flood damage
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/ February 25, 2021
Residents label the authority's stance "disgusting", while MP says £500 repairs offer is "derisory". Source link BBC NEWS UK
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Coronavirus: Public need ‘home truths’ on economy – Hammond
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/ February 25, 2021
"If we can grow the British economy over the coming years, then just as we did after the Second World...
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How 30,000 elephant 'selfies' will help in conservation
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/ February 25, 2021
Researchers are developing new technology to help reduce human-elephant conflicts. Source link BBC NEWS UK
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Insulate homes better or miss carbon targets, ministers told
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/ February 25, 2021
The UK will never hit its carbon reduction targets unless a grant scheme is rescued, a watchdog says. Source link...
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Covid-19: A-level and GCSE results to be decided by teachers
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/ February 25, 2021
A combination of mock exams, coursework and essays will be used to decide grades in England this year. Source link...
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