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Something happened last week that made me rather sad. The 600-year-old Bretton Oak, near Peterborough, one of the last survivors of Grimeshaw Woods, an ancient forest that once covered much of that part of the world, was felled after final desperate attempts to save it failed. This ancient tree, which had stood since the reign of Henry VI, was ripped apart by men with hi-vis jackets and chainsaws in a matter of minutes, to the horror of many locals. Its crime? The roots were allegedly causing ‘structural damage’ to nearby housing. Although, as one resident pointed out, that case was debatable. No matter. Insurance companies were refusing to underwrite the affected properties, and so the man from the council decreed that the oak had to go. Six centuries of history, a living organism that had outlasted kings, queens, plagues, war and famine, felled by petty bureaucracy. The Bretton Oak had stood since the reign of Henry VI Oh, it’s just an old tree, I hear you say. And … [Read more...] about SARAH VINE: Why felling old trees is an arrogant assault on history

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Two 10-week-old Labrador crosses have been rescued from a car they’d been left in for at least a day. The poor pups were spotted in a supermarket car park in Surrey, and concerns were raised that they’d been stuck in a state inside the vehicle for far too long. RSPCA animal rescue officer, Chloe Wilson, who is now looking into the incident, said: ‘People were concerned about the puppies who’d been shut inside the car which had been left unattended for some time. ‘Witnesses say the car had been there since the previous day, so we believe they may have been inside for at least 24 hours. ‘Local vets were able to attend and get the puppies out via a partially open window and took them to their clinic to check them over. ‘An owner made contact with the vets and claimed they were their dogs but never attended to collect them. We’ve been trying to make contact ever since and have had no luck; the car is still in the car park. ‘It’s a very bizarre situation, and we’ve now … [Read more...] about Puppies abandoned in car left unattended for 24 hours

Security checks on aviation staff will be fast tracked in an attempt to cut delays at Britain's airports. The Department for Transport said it was speeding up the vetting process for new staff to help tackle the travel chaos that has plagued travellers for months. Holidaymakers faced more disruption on Saturday, with thousands of passengers at Heathrow hit by delays caused by a computer failure that left planes unable to refuel and "horrendous" scenes at the baggage reclaim area. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said that by speeding up the vetting of new aviation security staff, the Government was "doing its bit to help deliver for passengers". Counter terrorism checks on staff, which previously took up to 20 days, are now being done in half the time, he said. New staff are also carrying out other training while their security checks are ongoing. Airlines are expected to announce a series of cancellations to summer flights next week aimed at minimising disruption in the … [Read more...] about Vetting of airport staff fast-tracked to ease travel chaos

Steph McGovern surprises Simon Rimmer with water pistol Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Steph McGovern, 40, has issued a warning to burglars as she jets off for time away from Channel 4’s Packed Lunch. She addressed potential robbers who would dare to enter her home as she took off for a holiday to Las Vegas alongside her partner. Related articles Age-defying Vera Wang, 73, looks decades younger on her birthday Stunner Ruth Langsford almost unrecognisable in glam transformation In full view of her 98,500 followers, Steph took a snap of herself sitting on the plane as she prepared for a holiday in the US’s gambling capital. She said … [Read more...] about ‘Hard as f***’ Steph McGovern in warning to thieves amid break from show after health woes

Published 25 June Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Celebrities, sports fans and politicians have led tributes to former BBC Look North presenter Harry Gration following his death at the age of 71. Mr Gration joined the BBC in 1978 and Look North in 1982. He presented his last show in 2020. He had also reported for Match of the Day and Grandstand and commentated on Olympic and Commonwealth Games. Cricket fans at the Headingley test match on Saturday joined in a round of applause for the broadcaster. Yorkshire County Cricket Club was among those from the world of sport to pay tribute to Mr Gration, who was a club board member between 2013 and 2015. In a statement, it said: "As a lover of cricket, he was often seen at Headingley and other local grounds either with microphone in hand, or for the love of the game. "The thoughts of everyone at the club are with … [Read more...] about Harry Gration: Tributes pour in for Ex-BBC Look North presenter