Cornwall likely to get its own devolution deal

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Cornwall has secured a political victory after the government confirmed it would not pursue a merger with Devon, and would instead likely offer a bespoke devolution deal.Communities secretary Steve Reed told Cornwall Council leaders the agreement respected Cornwall's unique identity and would not require an amalgamation with neighbouring authorities. The move comes after a year of cross-party campaigning by Cornwall's MPs, who pushed back against Labour's preference for regional mayor-led authorities, said the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS).…

Death toll from flooding in southern Thailand reaches at least 145 | Climate Crisis News

Post published:November 28, 2025
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Human toll rises as flooding leaves trail of damage and causes severe disruption, leaving thousands of people stranded.Published On 28 Nov 202528 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareThe death toll from devastating floods across southern Thailand has risen to 145, with more than 100 people killed in the hard-hit Songkhla province alone, according to the government.Devastating flooding has overwhelmed southern Thailand this week, particularly in the Hat Yai district, near the border with Malaysia.Recommended Stories list…

‘Killer kerb’ and Mary Berry’s 90th cake

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BBCA West Country baker revealed they had been tasked with baking Mary Berry's birthday cakeHere's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.Our pick of local website storiesAn Amazon lorry was caught on film struggling to get past Salisbury's so-called 'killer kerb', which has damaged a number of cars according to the Salisbury Journal. Burnham-on-Sea.com has marked the "end of an era" as newsagents GW Hurley…

Cornish language set to get top level protection

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Jonathan MorrisSouth WestBBCThe government has been investing in Cornish language teachingKernewek, the Cornish language, is set to stand alongside Welsh, Irish Gaelic and Scots Gaelic after the government recommended it for the highest level of protection available.Part III status under the Charter for Regional or Minority Languages requires the government to adopt measures to protect and promote the language in areas such as education, the justice system and culture.For instance, the charter says criminal proceedings should be carried…

Woman dies in early morning house fire in Weymouth

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A woman has died after a fire broke out at a house in the early hours of the morning. Crews were sent to the terraced property on High West Street in Weymouth, Dorset, at about 03:45 GMT.A woman, whose age has not yet been released, was pronounced dead at the scene. Dorset Police said her next of kin had been informed. The force said the woman's death was currently being treated as unexplained and a fire service investigation…

Fire tears through derelict bungalow near Christchurch Hospital

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Fire has wrecked a derelict bungalow near a hospital. Crews were called to Fairmile Road near Christchurch Hospital, Dorset, shortly before 19:20 GMT on Thursday.Road closures were put in place while crews from seven stations spent two hours tackling the blaze.No one was injured and the fire was out by 21:30. Officers returned on Friday morning to reinspect the scene. Source link

Norovirus outbreak sparks closure at Somerset school

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A middle school in Somerset has closed due to a norovirus outbreak among its pupils and staff.Danesfield Middle School in Williton, Taunton, closed earlier and has said its pupils will be taught remotely for the day.The school has not confirmed how many of its staff and pupils have contracted the winter vomiting bug but said the closure aimed to "prevent further spread of the virus". "Closing the school will allow us to carry out a deep clean and…

Julio Pleguezuelo: Plymouth Argyle defender set for injury return

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Plymouth Argyle have been boosted by the news that defender Julio Pleguezuelo is fit to return to the squad.The 28-year-old has not played this season after suffering a knee injury in Argyle's final pre-season game that needed surgery.He could return in some capacity when Northampton Town visit Home Park on Saturday (15:00 GMT)."I'm not ruling out Pleggy to be on the bench on Saturday. He's certainly got 20, 30 minutes in him," head coach Tom Cleverley said."Now if…

Parents of girl who died after tonsils surgery urge change

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Jen SmithSouth West health correspondentThe Milnes familyThe parents of Amber Milnes are urging families to "shout louder" if they have concerns about their child's treatment The family of a five-year-old girl who died after having her tonsils removed are urging parents to speak up if they have concerns about their child's care.Amber Milnes, who had cyclical vomiting syndrome (CVS), died at the Royal Cornwall Hospital on 9 April 2023 after an artery ruptured following surgery to remove her…

Budget changes mean Bristol pub owner ‘will pay £8,500 more’

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Onyi Ubadigha,BristolandJoe Sims,BBC Radio BristolBBCRob Moore said these issues "happen every year" with the new budget announcementsA man who owns two pubs says he will have to pay about £8,500 more than he did last year following Rachel Reeve's budget.Rob Moore, who has pubs in Pensford and Keynsham, near Bristol, is one of many owners who will soon have to pay higher business rates to run their pubs.From April, all non-domestic properties including shops and pubs may face…

New specialist ataxia nurse helping South West patients

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BBCThe new nurse provided by Ataxia UK covers much of the south-west of England, from Cornwall to GloucestershireA specialist nurse to support patients with the neurological condition ataxia has started work in the South West.It is a rare disorder that mainly affects balance and coordination. Charity Ataxia UK said the service would be provided over video link or phone, and although the nurse could not treat patients, they could signpost people to additional services such as physiotherapy and…

Energy the focus of Cornish council’s climate change mission

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BBCRichard Davies, vice-chair of Stoke Climsland Parish Council, said it is hoped the guide makes residents consider making changesParish councillors are trying to fight climate change by helping households reduce their carbon footprints.Stoke Climsland Parish Council has sent 2,500 retrofit guides to residents with advice about how changes at their property could make them more energy efficient and cut household bills.Advice in the guide includes lowering thermostats, insulating properties and installing a heat pump.Richard Davies, vice-chair of the…