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McDonald's to catch litterers by printing car number plates on bags
Fast food giant McDonald's has shared plans to deter littering after suggesting printing car numbers plates printed on food packaging. It comes after the Welsh government explored the possibility after Plaid Cymru reported that there had been a
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FA chief explains why England backed out of wearing World Cup One Love armbands
The Football Association CEO has explained why the decision was made for England players to not wear One Love armbands in their opening World Cup match. England captain Harry Kane had planned to wear the armband during the match against Iran as
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Reader letter: 'The horrific abuse of turkeys'
SIR - Animal Aid investigations have revealed horrific suffering on British turkey farms, including those considered ‘free-range’. Our investigators witnessed shocking things: turkeys with untreated wounds, sick birds left to suffer, and dead and dying
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TV producers search for cast of new reality show with HUGE cash prize
TV producers are searching for people to take part in a new reality competition series. Studio Lambert is casting for Channel 4’s new social experiment show, questionning how wealth and power shape the way humans behave with others. In a unique
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Reader letter: 'The Brexit tide is turning'
SIR - In June 2016 52per cent of those voting wanted to leave the EU and 48per cent wanted to remain. The latest figures from Yougov's survey show that now 56per cent believe leaving was “the wrong choice” and only 34per cent think it was “right
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Reader letter: 'We need a joint approach to catching smuggler gangs'
SIR - Few would argue with Philip Davies MP (T&A, November 23) when he suggests that the illegal trade in cross channel immigration has to be stopped. Many more however would agree that doing so by punishing the immigrants (by deportation to
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"I had to read his interviews after every game, oh my goodness ... it drained you"
GARETH Evans has revealed that Derek Adams left him “completely disillusioned” at City. Evans is now playing part-time football for Radcliffe Borough after being released at the end of last season. The 34-year-old admitted he’d had enough of
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Tribute is paid to show stalwart & renowned shire horse breeder
TRIBUTE has been paid to a Keighley Show stalwart who had been involved in the event since it began. George Emmott, who was an internationally renowned shire horse breeder, has died aged 83. His final journey, to the funeral service at St Stephen's
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Bradford hospitals to follow 'tried and tested plan' as nurses strike
Bradford’s hospitals will be following a “tried and tested plan” during strike action this December. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) announced that members will stage their first-ever national walkout on December 15 and 20. But health chiefs
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First step towards Rob Burrow MND centre - days after Kevin Sinfield's epic challenge
The first demolition work to clear space for Rob Burrow’s Motor Neurone Disease (MND) centre has got underway – just days after Kevin Sinfield’s epic fundraiser for the cause. The site at Seacroft Hospital is currently the preferred location for
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Missing girl, 14, is found safe and well
A TEENAGE girl reported missing from Bradford has been found safe and well, West Yorkshire Police has confirmed. An appeal was issued to find 14-year-old Layla Shah, who was reported missing on the evening of Thursday, November 24. In an
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What the weather will be like in the Bradford district this weekend
CHRIS Roberts, of Bradford & Bingley Weatherline, brings us the latest of his regular weekend weather forecasts. General Low pressure dominating our weather but with a Southerly draught it will be mild for late November, but a moderate breeze
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Bradford artist David Hockney's yellow crocs complimented by the King
The King has praised Bradford-born artist David Hockney’s style during a celebration of British pioneers. The prolific artist was invited to Buckingham Palace alongside leading figures from the world of politics, science and the arts. King
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London Underground is inspiration behind plan to make Bradford buses easier to use
BUSES in Bradford could soon run on London Underground-style named, colour-coded routes. The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin has unveiled plans to roll out new colour-coded, named bus lines, maps and improved information at bus stops across
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Bradford DJ speaks of his 'amazing' win at awards ceremony
A BRADFORD DJ picked up two trophies at the prestigious Oracle Awards ceremony. Aftab Iqbal, also known as DJ Bally Bally and who is from the Great Horton area of Bradford, won the ‘Best DJ’ award as well as the ‘Best 360 video booth’ at the Oracle
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Sam Hallas departs Odsal to join up with Betfred League One side
HOOKER Sam Hallas has made the short move from Bradford Bulls to Betfred League One side Hunslet. The 26-year-old has agreed a one-year deal with the Parksiders, who have beaten off challenges from several other clubs, including a couple of Championship
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Is there a glimmer of hope for a new train station in Bradford? What we know
THE Government is facing fresh calls to deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) in full with a dedicated stop in Bradford. Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin and Bradford Council leader Susan Hinchcliffe made the comments amid a glimmer of hope
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Bulls CEO: Fresh faces have brought fresh enthusiasm at Odsal
BULLS CEO Jason Hirst talks new signings, positive vibes, commercial success and team work in his latest column. The playing, coaching and backroom staff are now back and into their second week of pre-season training. There’s a real positive
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First look at new series of popular TV drama featuring Bradford-born actor
NEW pictures from the latest series of a popular BBC drama, which features a Bradford-born actor, have been released. The seven-part new series of Waterloo Road will hit our screens on BBC One in January 2023 and features an all-star cast.
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How your child can now get paid to test out toys this Christmas
BRADFORD children aged up to six years have been given the chance to try out a range of toys in time for Christmas. Children, and one lucky winner from each age group (0-12 months, one to two years and three to six years), will receive up to £150
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How you can help foodbanks this Christmas by shopping at Morrisons
FOODBANKS across the country will be receiving additional support this festive season thanks to a partnership between Bradford-based Morrisons Foundation and the Trussell Trust. Launching on Monday, November 28, the Morrisons Foundation Christmas
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Bradford doctor reacts to GPs' vote to reduce hours seeing patients
A BRADFORD doctor has defended a vote by GPs to reduce their working hours. Dr Amir Khan reacted to local medical committees' calls for 9am to 5pm working hours for GPs. He gave an insight into the current working hours for GPs, including his
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Police officer's warning over anti-social behaviour and drug dealing
A SUSPECTED drug dealer has terminated their tenancy in an area. Sergeant Terri Green from West Yorkshire Police, who covers Baildon, Bingley and Bingley Rural, updated the public yesterday about a case she had been involved with. It related
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Five Covid-related deaths reported by Bradford hospitals in the last week
A FURTHER five Covid-19-related hospital deaths have been reported over the last seven days in Bradford hospitals. According to the latest NHS figures, one further death was reported by Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust between November
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What is today's Wordle word? November 25 hints and answer
Wordle has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve not given in to playing the daily game, we can guarantee you’ve seen the elusive squares all over social media. The aim of the game is to find a 5-letter word in only six attempts. The game
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Ready to do your Christmas shopping? See delivery slots at Tesco, Aldi, Asda and more
November has flown by and Christmas is getting closer and closer. Before we know it it’ll be time to get the Turkey in the oven and fizz in the glasses, so if you’re thinking of starting your Christmas shop, then we’re here to help. With most of
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Find out who's on The Graham Norton Show tonight
Popular late-night chat show, The Graham Norton Show is back on screens tonight. With a star-studded couch, the show is loved and praised for Norton's unique way to make guests comfortable and his quick wit. Previously, Norton was joined
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Nurses announce strike dates for next month after pay offer rejected
Nurses are set to hold two days of strike action in December over a row in pay across the NHS. It comes as the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) announced that members will stage their first-ever national walkout on December 15 and 20. The strikes
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Drug dealer caught with £9k in cash, expensive jewellery and a Rolex is jailed
A ‘TOOLED UP’ drug dealer caught with £9,000 in cash, expensive jewellery and a Rolex watch has been jailed for three years and four months. William Wilson had a sword and a machete at his home when the police searched it more than three years
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Road humps planned for village - and other roadworks in Bradford
ROAD humps are to be built in Eccleshill village, Bradford Council has announced. The road safety measures, under the Highways Act 1980, are to be constructed at Victoria Road and Stony Lane. A copy of a drawing showing the affected roads may
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Drug addict forced her way into elderly man's flat to steal from him
A DESPERATE drug addict who twice forced her way into a pensioner’s flat to steal from him ripped the intercom off the wall when he tried to call for help, Bradford Crown Court heard. Emma Killoran targeted the vulnerable man at his Bradford home
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Nearly one in four Yorkshire employers has seen increase in staff sickness absence
NEARLY one in four employers in the region has seen an increase in staff sickness absence, according to a new survey. Workplace expert, Acas, commissioned YouGov to ask employers in September if they had seen any changes to the number of employees
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Man fined for blocking Manningham Lane with an Audi car
A MAN has been fined for causing an obstruction with his car on a major Bradford road. Mohammod Saabir Hussain, 25, of Milton Road, Hoyland, Barnsley, faced a charge of causing an unnecessary obstruction by motor vehicle/trailer outside of the
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Film on the Partition of India to be screened next week
A FILM marking 75 years since the Partition of India will be screened in West Yorkshire next week. As part of Tribe Talks: Partition @ 75 (coming spring 2023), Tribe Arts is inviting people to enjoy a long-form spoken word film marking the anniversary
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Iconic clock tower to be illuminated in special show for Christmas lights switch-on
A LIGHT show will illuminate a district town’s landmark as part of its Christmas lights switch-on event this weekend. There will be an afternoon of festive fun from 1pm until 5pm around Shipley's market square ahead of the big moment. The
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Three Bradford areas among worst in England for access to affordable food
THREE constituencies in the district are among the 20 worst constituencies for access to affordable food in England. The study also puts Bradford South as the worst in Yorkshire for food affordability. Researchers from the University of Leeds
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Bradford groups fear child abuse could rise amid the cost of living crisis
ORGANISATIONS working with young people in Bradford are being invited to sign up to a safeguarding charter aiming to tackle abuse across the district. The project is being piloted by Strengthening Faith Institutions (SFI) and is aimed at out-of-school
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More than 90 abandoned vehicles found on Bradford street over six weeks - report
MORE than 90 abandoned vehicles were left parked on a Bradford street – according to a new report. But after owners were warned these cars would be seized if they did not move them from around Spencer Road in Lidget Green, the number has plummeted
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Bradford family's heartache as much-loved mum's condition worsens
A BRADFORD father has spoken of his heartache as his daughter continues her battle with a life-long illness from which she is unlikely to recover. Mazhar Hussain shared his daughter Romesa Mazhar’s story, one which has left the family suffering
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Plan to replace social club in the heart of estate with Heron Foods to be decided
PLANS to flatten a Bradford social club to make way for a food store will go before a planning panel yet again next week. Proposals to build a Heron food store on the site of Holme Wood Social Club on Broadstone Way date back several years, and
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Bulldogs hit for seven at Yorkshire rivals Hull
BRADFORD BULLDOGS suffered for a second time this season at the hands of Yorkshire rivals Hull Jets - going down 7-2 on the road. The visitors never recovered from a first-period blitz of conceding five unanswered goals at Hull Ice Arena, the NIHL
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Super League icon determined to make Bulls great again
IT’S been over a week since Bradford Bulls captured experienced Super League forward Michael Lawrence on a two-year deal from West Yorkshire rivals, Huddersfield Giants. The 32-year-old, who featured for Jamaica in this year’s Rugby League World
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City defender Cousin-Dawson happy to take step back to progress his career
FINN Cousin-Dawson has found some purpose to his football again after admitting how hard it had been out of the picture at City. The young defender has not featured under Mark Hughes and is currently on a season-long loan with National League North
