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The UK’s FTSE 100 share index fell more than 3%, while in Italy, which has seen Europe’s worst outbreak of the virus, Milan’s stock market plunged 4.5%. Shares in airlines and travel firms have seen some of the biggest falls. In contrast, the price of gold hit its highest level […]
The body of Christopher Kapessa, 13, was found in the River Cynon, near Fernhill, Rhondda Cynon Taff on 1 July. The family said the CPS had indicated there was “sufficient evidence” to consider a manslaughter prosecution. The CPS and South Wales Police have been approached for comment. In a letter […]
Severe flood warnings are in place in Shrewsbury and Ironbridge, meaning there is a danger to life. Shropshire Council closed many routes into and around Shrewsbury, and said flooding could seal off the centre. The Environment Agency (EA) said 40-50mm of rainfall Welsh mountains was expected to cause problems further […]
Officials have denied that MI5 held back information from Ms Patel, following allegations that officials lacked confidence in her abilities. She has also been accused of trying to force out Sir Philip Rutnam, the most senior civil servant in her department. The pair were both said to be “deeply concerned” by […]
The A34 Green Lane will be closed at its junction with A4148 Blue Lane West/Court Way, from tomorrow for 24 hours. The road will be closed so contractor Dynniq, on behalf of Walsall Council, can carry out work on the pedestrian crossing. Meanwhile, Bridle Lane, from the junction with Beacon […]
A cannabis factory has been found after police were called to an attempted break-in. Officers descended on Milton Street, in Palfrey, Walsall, in the early hours of Wednesday. Following a search officers found the plants at the property shortly before 2am. No arrests were made but an investigation continues, says […]
Live jazz and blues will be heard at Sandwell’s libraries throughout 2020 following a successful bid for funding to Arts Council England. The Live at the Library festival will run for 12 months and builds on the success of libraries holding summer concerts as part of the Birmingham, Sandwell & […]
Saddlers manager Darrell Clarke is optimistic that defender Kory Roberts will be able to take part in all of his pre-season preparations. The team return from their summer break in just under two weeks’ time and Roberts will be looking to get stuck in from the get go after being […]
The UK Medical Research Council (MRC), the UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) are pleased to invite proposals to the UK-Canada Diabetes Partnership Initiative. This initiative will provide funding for approximately six collaborative research project teams focused on tackling diabetes in […]
