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11/04/2014
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Julie Walters To Receive Bafta Fellowship
The actress Julie Walters is to be honoured with the Bafta fellowship at the organisation's television award on 18 May at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane in London's West End.
She won a Bafta in 2010 for her performance as the politician Mo Mowlam.
The actress said: "I am honoured to receive this prestigious award and extremely shocked. I've worked with some brilliant people over the years and have been very fortunate to have had the opportunities to work on such a variety of projects."
Bafta chief executive Amanda Berry said: "Julie Walters is one the most talented individuals to grace our screens. She has the innate ability to draw the viewer in across any genre, captivating and entertaining with every performance.”
She added: "Julie is thoroughly deserving of the fellowship, the highest honour the Academy can bestow."
More Than 28.000 Deaths Linked To UK Pollution
A study carried out by Public Health England has revealed for the first time the worst areas for air pollution across the UK, which are linked to more than 28,000 deaths in one year.
The deaths are linked to the long-term exposure to particle air pollution over many years, although the rates are different depending on the part of the UK.
Kensington and Chelsea are the two local authorities that have the highest numbers of deaths linked to the poor air quality where 8.3% of deaths of those aged over 25 are caused in part by the air pollution.
Some rural areas of Scotland and Northern Ireland have a rate of a 2.5%.
The figures were calculated over annual average concentrations of man-made particles and their impacts on health.
Kylie Minogue Quits The Voice
Pop singer star Kylie Minogue has quit The Voice after only one series due to touring commitments.
The 45-year-old started as a coach on the talent show last year replacing Jessie J, and she was supported by increasing viewing figures during the first episodes.
The singer said: "I absolutely loved my time on the show, and I'll miss all of the incredible people who were a part of my experience.”
Despite the singer quitting the BBC show has already ordered another two series of the program but it has not yet confirmed whether Mr Minogue's fellow presenters Tom Jones, Ricky Wilson and will.i.am will return for the fourth series next year.
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The actress Julie Walters is to be honoured with the Bafta fellowship at the organisation's television award on 18 May at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane in London's West End.
She won a Bafta in 2010 for her performance as the politician Mo Mowlam.
The actress said: "I am honoured to receive this prestigious award and extremely shocked. I've worked with some brilliant people over the years and have been very fortunate to have had the opportunities to work on such a variety of projects."
Bafta chief executive Amanda Berry said: "Julie Walters is one the most talented individuals to grace our screens. She has the innate ability to draw the viewer in across any genre, captivating and entertaining with every performance.”
She added: "Julie is thoroughly deserving of the fellowship, the highest honour the Academy can bestow."
More Than 28.000 Deaths Linked To UK Pollution
A study carried out by Public Health England has revealed for the first time the worst areas for air pollution across the UK, which are linked to more than 28,000 deaths in one year.
The deaths are linked to the long-term exposure to particle air pollution over many years, although the rates are different depending on the part of the UK.
Kensington and Chelsea are the two local authorities that have the highest numbers of deaths linked to the poor air quality where 8.3% of deaths of those aged over 25 are caused in part by the air pollution.
Some rural areas of Scotland and Northern Ireland have a rate of a 2.5%.
The figures were calculated over annual average concentrations of man-made particles and their impacts on health.
Kylie Minogue Quits The Voice
Pop singer star Kylie Minogue has quit The Voice after only one series due to touring commitments.
The 45-year-old started as a coach on the talent show last year replacing Jessie J, and she was supported by increasing viewing figures during the first episodes.
The singer said: "I absolutely loved my time on the show, and I'll miss all of the incredible people who were a part of my experience.”
Despite the singer quitting the BBC show has already ordered another two series of the program but it has not yet confirmed whether Mr Minogue's fellow presenters Tom Jones, Ricky Wilson and will.i.am will return for the fourth series next year.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A dry day with long spells of sunshine for most, however eastern coasts will see rather more in the way of cloud at times, with just the risk of an odd light morning shower. Mainly light northerly winds. Maximum temperature 13 °C.Tonight:A fine end to the day with some evening sunshine. It remains dry overnight with a touch of frost possible in places, although cloud is expected to increase towards dawn. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
