People are urged not to handle sick or dead birds after a second outbreak of avian flu in the UK.

The event sees scores of bikers dressed as Santa raise money for the Manx children's Hospice.

There had been concerns that a ban on wood and peat burners would have a negative impact on people living in rural areas.

A memorial to explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton goes on display in Dundee after a 7,000-mile journey.

People in Nuneaton, Warwickshire react to Labour's first budget in 15 years.

Good progress is being made in talks with Brittany Ferries, Deputy Neil Inder says.

Figures show 137,691 fewer people visited the island in the summer compared to 2019.

The boss of Britain's biggest pubs group urges the chancellor to extend business rates relief.

The chancellor says businesses will "contribute more" as she raises employer National Insurance to 15%.

A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs.

Hospital waiting times hit record levels this year raising concerns about the NHS during winter.

Mike Peters says his future is unclear as he loses his chance for a stem cell donation.

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Parts of a vital frame have been damaged by flooding and need to be replaced.

Dee Harrison thought she saw a "mystical" aurora above Suffolk but it turned out to be LED lighting.

Community services could be lost in the wake of the Budget, a charity tells MPs.

"I am just glad officers were able to identify this madness," a crime commissioner says.

The trust says it it took the decision following feedback from patients and their families.

Neil Crossley from Barnsley forgot his daughter Amy when walking down the aisle

Mayon's karate championship dreams ‘jeopardised’ due to pending passport application

A quiet and less formal ceremony is held for neurodivergent students at Sheffield Hallam University.

Applicant says there is high demand for site but councillors argue it is unsuitable in green belt.

Exeter City manager Gary Caldwell says League One games should not take place during international breaks.

The government has taken control of a decision over 8000 new homes near Sittingbourne.

Southern Water replaces its previous online tool with its new Rivers and Seas Watch platform.

An anti-spiking charity says it has not seen a fall in reports although official figures are down.

Charity Action on Smoking and Health says deprivation and higher smoking levels are linked.

BBC Radio Stoke’s Matt Weigold went to try his hand at apple wanging for Alton Apple Day.

An ex-footballer says the players' union will continue supporting retiring players into new careers.

Salford Red Devils sign France international prop Justin Sangare on two-year deal after his release from Leeds Rhinos.

Developers wanted to build 20 homes on land next to a Site of Biological Importance in Harwood, Bolton.

Stockholm-based women's football club Hammarby is known for its large and vociferous fanbase.

Exeter Chiefs returned to the top of the Premiership Women's Rugby league after hammering Loughborough Lightning 40-19.

Michael Hall shares his journey since son's death, Georgia Stone reports.

March’s historic ornamental fountain has returned after an absence of more than a year.

Cambridge United manager Garry Monk will make a late decision on whether striker Shayne Lavery is fit to return in Saturday's derby with Peterborough United.

Burnley appoint Salford City director of football Chris Casper as their academy manager.

Thousands are expected at the festival, which opens on the eve of the Strictly Come Dancing visit.

Blackpool's £65m regeneration depends upon planning permission being granted, a public inquiry hears.

Rachel says adopting her daughter has been exciting and scary but she wouldn't have it any other way.

The facility was given planning consent by West Berkshire Council in August 2022.

My Life My Choice founder Michael Edwards is recognised during a ceremony at Windsor Castle.

The junction is expected to remain shut during rush hour but southbound is still open, police say.

Former Sunderland and Birmingham City boss Tony Mowbray speaks about his battle with bowel cancer and hopes of returning to football.

A heavy metal fan says Gig Buddies Bedford has "given him back a huge amount of freedom".

Hear from the incredible children ready to represent Worcestershire on TV.

Discover how Hollywood star Luke Evans, who's also been in The Hobbit, is coming to Herefordshire.

The boss of Premiership Rugby says he welcomes the prospective return to professional rugby of Wasps, Worcester and London Irish.

Worcester Warriors take a major step towards a return to professional rugby with a formal bid to join the second-tier Championship.

Former Worcester Warriors women's coach Ashley Beck says he would consider returning to the revived club in a coaching capacity.