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Drivers are facing more chaos during this morning’s rush hour as campaigners blocked motorways in a protest over soaring fuel prices . Protesters created a rolling blockade along the M4, heading towards the Prince of Wales bridge. Similar demonstrations have also been reported in Yorkshire and Shropshire. Among the roads that have been disrupted since 7am are: the M4 and Prince of Wales Bridge the M5 in Devon the M32 the A38 the M180 in Lincolnshire the A12 in Essex the M62 in Yorkshire the A92 in Scotland Police warned of “serious disruption throughout the day”, with motorists urged to stay at home where possible. Why are the protests happening? The action comes amid growing discontent about the surging cost of petrol and diesel on petrol station forecourts, which has been driven higher by Russia’s war in Ukraine. But motoring groups have complained that pump prices have remained high even after wholesale costs began to fall back. The … [Read more...] about Go-slow fuel protesters block motorways across Britain bringing rush hour chaos

Police have warned of ‘serious disruption throughout the day’ in Britain – as protesters target motorways in protest over high fuel prices. Rolling roadblocks have brought parts of the M4 to a standstill. People in queues of traffic have even been filmed playing football on an empty carriageway. Campaigners have so far focused on a stretch of motorway between Bristol and South Wales, including the Prince of Wales Severn bridge crossing. This morning, a convoy of 20 vehicles set off from the Magor services on the M4, near Caldicot in South Wales. Drivers taking part in the protest plan to slow to 30mph in lanes one and two of affected roads. Others told officers they planned to meet ‘in the middle’ and block the motorway. Mobile welder Richard Dite, 44, told reporters it is costing him over £300 in fuel to get to work every week due to price hikes. He added: ‘My only option soon will be to put the welding gear in the shed and call it a day, maybe go on the … [Read more...] about M4 brought to ‘standstill’ by fuel protesters targeting rush hour traffic

Warwick Davis discusses his dwarfism on Loose Women 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 Warwick Davis has revealed he and his children said goodbye to his wife Samantha Davies in case she lost her battle against sepsis. Sam was in intensive care as she fought the potentially deadly illness, with her Harry Potter star husband “breaking down in tears every night”. Related articles Rafael Nadal's sweary rant after question about his wife Xisca Perello Christian Horner admits 'problem' at home with Geri Halliwell Sam, 51, was rushed to hospital in 2019 due to feeling drowsy, and doctors were concerned about a scar left on her back from … [Read more...] about Warwick Davis ‘broke down every night’ as his wife fought for her life in intensive care

Andy Murray's historic 2013 win was voted the top memorable Wimbledon moment (Image: Julian Finney/Getty Images) Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates 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 Steffi Graf's 1988 victory, that was part of her Grand Slam year, and Cliff Richard performing “Singin' in the Rain” on Centre Court during a 1996 rain delay, also featured in the list. Related articles BBC Breakfast host worries fans after rush to hospital Jon Kay skewers Eustice over energy usage plans The study of 1,000 tennis fans found over two-thirds (68 percent) consider Wimbledon to be the sport’s best tournament, with eight in ten following Wimbledon more than any other competition in the sport. … [Read more...] about Top 20 memorable Wimbledon moments – including Andy Murray’s historic win in 2013

Protester Richard Dite leads the 30mph protest on the M4 Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition 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 The M4 was shut in both directions due to a protest on the busy Severn Bridge in Chepstow. Earlier, the Prince of Wales Bridge was also closed in both directions. Motorists had been warned by police to expect severe disruption as planned protests against soaring petrol and diesel prices take place. The fuel price protest got underway just after 7am with heavy traffic forming within an hour. Related articles Little-known button at petrol pump that gets the exact amount of fuel Ryanair staff announce new strike dates - list Avon … [Read more...] about M4 chaos as fuel protests close motorway in both directions infuriating drivers

AT least 13 people have been shot dead and 29 are injured after a wave of gun violence rocked the US over the July 4 weekend. Two men, 17 and 18, were gunned down while another was wounded after a shooting erupted at a pool party in Texas on July 1. A series of shootings were reported in Chicago over the Independence Day weekend, leaving at least eight people dead. Medics pronounced a man, 26, dead after he was shot in the arm and head just after 5pm on Friday. Hours later, cops found a woman, 24, with gunshot wounds in her torso and she was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead, NBC Chicago reports. Police revealed that a 38-year-old man was admitted to the hospital in a critical condition, while a 42-year-old woman was also checked over by medics. read more on july 4 STARS AND STRIPES Flag illusion leaves viewers stumped - which way do you see stripes going A man, 29, was rushed to hospital after being shot in the … [Read more...] about Independence Day violence sees 13 shot dead including 2 teens at a pool party and at least 29 injured in July 4 massacre

Published 26 June 2018 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing As the National Health Service turns 70, BBC Scotland highlights some of the key milestones in its history - from prescription charges and keyhole surgery to pioneering scans and the smoking ban. 1913 : The Highlands and Islands Medical Service is set up with a Treasury grant of £42,000. It was designed to address a shortfall in healthcare for remote communities. The service is considered a forerunner of the UK-wide NHS in that it was a state-funded and centrally-controlled. 1930 : Scotland's first blood transfusion service is established. The inaugural panel of donors was brought together by Edinburgh dentist Jack Copland. 1933 : Fisherman John McDermid becomes Scotland's first air ambulance patient. He was in urgent need of an abdominal operation but too ill for the sea and road journey. Mr McDermid arrived … [Read more...] about The NHS at 70: Prescriptions, scans and the smoking ban

Raducanu and Murray both start Wimbledon with victories Sign up for FREE for breaking Wimbledon news and player updates 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 Andy Murray has been warned against a hasty retirement by Andrew Castle and Naomi Broady. The Brit suffered an agonising defeat against John Isner in a match that stretched long into Wednesday evening, putting an end to his grass-court season, in which he had pinned all his hopes on a deep run at SW19. Related articles Andy Murray’s sweet and secret tribute to wife Kim when he plays Murray compared to Djokovic, Federer and Nadal despite Wimbledon exit Murray lost the first set of his first-round match against James Duckworth on Monday, but … [Read more...] about Andy Murray fired retirement warning after Brit casts doubt on returning to Wimbledon

A TEEN who lost part of her leg after being attacked by a nine-foot shark in Florida has spoken of her bloody ordeal for the first time. Addison Bethea, 17, was scalloping in water about five feet deep near Grassy Island, just off Keaton Beach, when she was attacked by the beast in Taylor County on Thursday. She was rushed to hospital with serious injuries as doctors desperately attempted to save her severely torn lib. On Friday, she described the heroic efforts of her half-brother Rhett Willingham, 22, who jumped in the water and beat the huge shark off until his sibling was free. "Rhett was just like tapping me and the something latches onto my leg. And I was like, 'That’s not Rhett'. I look and there’s this big old shark," Addison told WTXL . “I remembered from watching animal planet you’re supposed to punch them in the nose or something - but I couldn’t get around to his nose the way he bit me,” she added. Read more on sharks 'NO TIME TO … [Read more...] about Girl, 17, has leg ripped off in horror shark attack before hero brother saves her by jumping in to fight off 9ft beast

Three people, including a firefighter, have been taken to hospital after a major gas explosion caused an "inferno" at a block of 20 flats in Bedford. Two of them suffered smoke inhalation and were taken to Bedford Hospital South Wing, while a third sustained leg injuries and was airlifted to Addenbrooke's Hospital. The blaze on Redwood Grove was so intense that it led to the collapse of the building's roof. The firefighter was one of those hurt by smoke inhalation, said the East of England Ambulance Service, as fire teams described the blaze as a "major incident". A local resident said they saw one person leap from a second-floor window to escape the burning block. Advertisement Pictures from the scene showed the three-storey structure on fire, and an adjacent building was evacuated. Emergency services warned people to stay indoors and keep their windows and doors closed. A spokesperson for Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are … [Read more...] about Bedford fire: Three injured including firefighter after major gas explosion causes ‘inferno’ at block of flats