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Analysis to ‘weigh’ giant sequoias shows they are well adapted to growing in UK
The study shows that the enormous trees grow at similar rates to those in their native…
Government ‘risks breaking manifesto pledge to deliver bottle deposit scheme’
The Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), which would see consumers recoup a small deposit when they return…
Coleen Nolan urges smokers to quit after health scare
The 58-year-old recently opened up about how she thought she was “going to die” when she…
Law to exonerate wronged subpostmasters introduced by Government
The proposed Post Office (Horizon System) Offences Bill “marks an important step forward in finally clearing”…
Guide Dogs charity issues appeal for volunteers with tattoos and facial hair
The charity said up to 1.2 million dogs in the UK have reacted to people’s facial…
Efforts to adapt to climate risks ‘falling far short’, Government warned
The Climate Change Committee says adapting the country to cope with climate change impacts, from flooding…
New London Fire Brigade equipment after Grenfell Inquiry recommendations
A 64m turntable ladder (TL), which can reach up to 23 stories high, was used at…
London Fire Brigade completes Grenfell Inquiry first phase recommendations
London fire commissioner Andy Roe insisted the brigade’s response to an emergency like that of the…
Former RTE correspondent Charlie Bird has died
Former RTE correspondent Charlie Bird has died aged 74, after a long battle with motor neurone…
Two dogs die during ‘despicable’ 1,000-mile sled race
Two dogs have died during Alaska’s annual 1,000-mile dog sled competition – prompting fresh calls for…
