New Towns Plan Criticised for Lack of Social Housing
Senior planners warn the government's new towns drive risks failing those most in need. Experts argue for focusing on existing communities and brownfield sites instead. Read the full analysis.
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Planners Warn New Towns Plan Lacks Social Housing Ambition
Senior figures behind Milton Keynes criticise the government's new towns drive for insufficient social housing, urging focus on existing communities. Read their expert analysis.
M1 shut after oil spill and crash on New Year's Eve
The M1 motorway is partially closed northbound after a crash and oil spill near Milton Keynes, causing major delays. Plan your journey now.
Massive Fire at Timber Factory in Greenacre
A huge industrial fire has broken out at a timber flooring and furniture factory in Greenacre, Sydney. 50 firefighters are battling the blaze. Avoid the area.
Woman dies in Sheffield bungalow fire, investigation underway
A woman has tragically died after a fire ripped through a bungalow in Sheffield. Emergency services rushed to Hardy Place, Upperthorpe. Read the latest on the investigation.
Girl's £19k princess birthday bash in Milton Keynes
A five-year-old from Milton Keynes enjoyed a £19,000 princess-themed birthday party, complete with a horse-drawn carriage and a designer Givenchy dress. Discover the opulent details and the poignant family story behind the extravagance.
Boxing Day Fire Tragedy: Mother and Two Children Die
A mother and her two young children perished in a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill near Stroud. Her husband, a police officer, escaped and remains in hospital. Read the full story.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, investigation ongoing
A child has died in a house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Firefighters remain on scene making the property safe as an investigation into the cause begins. Our thoughts are with the family.
Mother and two children killed in Boxing Day house fire
A mother and her two young children died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Stroud. The father, a police officer, escaped and tried to rescue them. Read the full story.
Family tragedy in Stroud Boxing Day house fire
A mother and her two children died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. The father, a police officer, escaped and tried desperately to rescue them. Read the full story.
Mother and two children die in Stroud house fire on Boxing Day
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud. Emergency services were called in the early hours of Boxing Day. Read the full report.
Mother and two children killed in Stroud Boxing Day fire
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill in Stroud. Emergency services were called in the early hours of Boxing Day.
Child dies in Kent house fire, five others injured
A child has died and five others, including three firefighters, were injured in a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. The investigation into the cause is ongoing.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after an intense blaze in Ashford. Fire crews faced a severe fire in Hamstreet. Support is available for the community.
Child dies in Kent house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital following a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Emergency services are investigating the cause of the blaze.
Child dies in Ashford house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after a devastating house fire in Hamstreet, Ashford. Kent Fire and Rescue are investigating the cause. Support available at Hamstreet Village Hall.
Wetherspoons fire in Market Drayton forces evacuation
A major fire at The Hippodrome Wetherspoons in Market Drayton forced diners to flee. Read how crews tackled the complex blaze and the pub's planned reopening.
Major Fire Damages Portland's Historic Old Port Waterfront
A fierce three-alarm fire tore through Portland, Maine's historic Custom House Wharf on Friday, sinking a boat and damaging buildings. Two firefighters suffered minor injuries. Read the latest on the investigation.
Fire damages Portland's historic Old Port waterfront
A major fire tore through Portland's historic Custom House Wharf, damaging buildings and sinking boats. One firefighter injured. Read the latest on the investigation.
Boxing Day Car Fire Drama at Tesco Camborne
Firefighters tackled a dramatic car fire in a Tesco car park in Cornwall on Boxing Day. See the pictures and full report on the incident, with no injuries reported.
Three Missing After Stroud House Fire on Boxing Day
Three people are unaccounted for after a major house fire in Stroud in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person escaped and was taken to hospital. Emergency services are on the scene.
Six in Hospital After Warrington House Fire on Christmas Eve
Six people were rushed to hospital after a devastating fire ripped through a home in Warrington late on Christmas Eve. Fire crews battled the blaze which spread to a neighbouring property.
New Towns Plan Lacks Ambition, Say Post-War Planners
Architects of Milton Keynes slam the government's new towns programme for insufficient social housing and ambition. Can it solve the housing crisis? Read the exclusive.
Major Fire at Methil Harbour in Fife Extinguished
A significant fire involving multiple heavy goods vehicles sent thick black smoke over Methil Harbour in Fife. Emergency services attended, with no injuries reported. Read the full story.
Amputee's first Christmas with new hand after sepsis
Kim Smith, 64, a quadruple amputee from Milton Keynes, is celebrating her first Christmas able to open presents after a life-changing hand transplant. She urges sepsis awareness and organ donation talks.
Young man dies in M1 crash, motorway closed overnight
A man in his 20s has died after his car left the M1 and hit a barrier between Milton Keynes and Northampton. The motorway was closed for hours. Follow for updates.
Serious M1 crash closes motorway near Milton Keynes
A serious collision has shut the M1 northbound between Junctions 14 and 15. Emergency services are on scene, with closures expected into the night. Follow for live updates.
Murder probe after boy, 4, dies in 'callous' house fire
A four-year-old boy and a 60-year-old woman have died in a 'callous and murderous' house fire in County Offaly, Ireland. Police are treating the blaze as deliberate and have launched a murder investigation. Anyone with information is urged to come forward
Historic Glasgow church destroyed in devastating fire
A massive fire has destroyed the 182-year-old Pollokshaws Parish Church in Glasgow. Emergency services remain on the scene after part of the building collapsed. Read the full story.
Historic Brighouse Ritz Nightclub on Fire in Yorkshire
A major fire has broken out at the iconic former Ritz ballroom and nightclub in Brighouse, Yorkshire. Dramatic images show flames and smoke billowing into the sky. Read the latest updates.
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