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Plymouth's £40m council revamp sparks fury

Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.

UK Road Lanes to Narrow for Cyclist Safety

New government guidance will shrink road lanes across Britain to deter unsafe overtaking of cyclists, a move motoring groups warn will increase congestion. Discover the full story.

17-year-old dies in Harrow shopping centre fall

A 17-year-old boy has died after falling from a height at St George's Shopping Centre in Harrow. Emergency services responded but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Read the latest updates.

Hero tackles spade-wielding attacker in Derby

Shocking footage captures the moment a courageous member of the public rugby-tackled a violent assailant armed with a spade during a terrifying broad daylight attack in Derby city centre.

Championship Thriller: Coventry Edge Sheff Utd 4-3

A dramatic night in the Championship saw Coventry City claim a breathtaking 4-3 victory over Sheffield United, while Leicester extended their lead and Stoke suffered late heartbreak against Oxford.

Arsenal's Christmas Fixture Plea Rejected

Premier League bosses dismiss Arsenal's request to avoid two matches in three days over Christmas, setting up potential fixture congestion nightmare for Mikel Arteta's side.

Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future

The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.

EU Border System Delays Threaten UK Travel Chaos

Critical delays to the EU's new border control system threaten massive disruptions at Dover and Eurotunnel, with potential 14-hour queues and £3 billion economic impact looming.

Man City fight back to beat Swansea in Carabao Cup

Premier League giants Manchester City staged a stunning second-half comeback to overcome Swansea City 3-1 in the Carabao Cup third round, with Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland sealing the victory after going behind early.

Labour MP's £4,500 taxi expenses spark hypocrisy claims

Labour MP Clive Betts faces backlash after charging taxpayers £4,500 for taxi journeys while supporting congestion charges that hit ordinary drivers. The investigation reveals Westminster's transport expense culture.

British tourist dies after Dublin assault

Simon Tweed, 58, from Kent, has died weeks after being kicked in the head during an unprovoked attack in Dublin city centre. Gardaí continue hunting for the suspect while his devastated family pays tribute to their 'gentle giant'.

Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation

Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.

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