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LU To Delay Introduction Of Night Tube
London Underground is to postpone the introduction of its new Night Tube, according to a report by the BBC.
The service was due to be introduced on the Jubilee, Victoria and sections of the Piccadilly, Central and Northern lines on 12 September.
Unions have been staging strike action in an ongoing dispute over the new 24-hour service.
New talks are due to be held next week at conciliation service Acas.
ASA Ban 'Misleading' Gatwick Adverts
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) have banned "misleading" adverts produced by Gatwick Airport.
The ASA upheld two complaints about the adverts, which compared the number of people affected by a new runway being built at Heathrow or Gatwick.
The authority said that the airports comparisons were "unclear".
Warning Issued Over Fire Risk of Electrical Chargers
Senior Fire Officers from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is (SWFRS) have issued a warning on the dangers of electrical chargers following a number of fires attributed to the devices.
These are primarily 'fake' or faulty chargers being used to charge mobile phones, electric cigarettes or other similar devices but, even the 'real' chargers can pose risks if they are not used correctly or for the device for which they are intended, SWFRS said.
During the early evening of Monday, 10 August a family in Newport had a very lucky escape when a charger they were using to charge an electric cigarette exploded across a bedroom, landing on a bed and setting it alight.
Watch Manager Bevan, Malpas Fire Station, said: "We were called to a house fire at Humber Road Bettws, Newport at 18.43 on Monday evening and were confronted by a fire contained to the first floor bedroom. According to the occupant approximately 15 minutes before calling the fire service she had heard a loud pop upstairs. She went to investigate but discovered nothing, however 10 minutes later she heard crackling upstairs and on investigation again she discovered a fire on the bed. She immediately shut the bedroom door, left the premises and dialled 999."
(MH)
London Underground is to postpone the introduction of its new Night Tube, according to a report by the BBC.
The service was due to be introduced on the Jubilee, Victoria and sections of the Piccadilly, Central and Northern lines on 12 September.
Unions have been staging strike action in an ongoing dispute over the new 24-hour service.
New talks are due to be held next week at conciliation service Acas.
ASA Ban 'Misleading' Gatwick Adverts
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) have banned "misleading" adverts produced by Gatwick Airport.
The ASA upheld two complaints about the adverts, which compared the number of people affected by a new runway being built at Heathrow or Gatwick.
The authority said that the airports comparisons were "unclear".
Warning Issued Over Fire Risk of Electrical Chargers
Senior Fire Officers from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is (SWFRS) have issued a warning on the dangers of electrical chargers following a number of fires attributed to the devices.
These are primarily 'fake' or faulty chargers being used to charge mobile phones, electric cigarettes or other similar devices but, even the 'real' chargers can pose risks if they are not used correctly or for the device for which they are intended, SWFRS said.
During the early evening of Monday, 10 August a family in Newport had a very lucky escape when a charger they were using to charge an electric cigarette exploded across a bedroom, landing on a bed and setting it alight.
Watch Manager Bevan, Malpas Fire Station, said: "We were called to a house fire at Humber Road Bettws, Newport at 18.43 on Monday evening and were confronted by a fire contained to the first floor bedroom. According to the occupant approximately 15 minutes before calling the fire service she had heard a loud pop upstairs. She went to investigate but discovered nothing, however 10 minutes later she heard crackling upstairs and on investigation again she discovered a fire on the bed. She immediately shut the bedroom door, left the premises and dialled 999."
(MH)
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08 May 2009
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
Heroic Tyne Firemen Honoured
Two Tyne and Wear firefighters are to be recognised for their bravery at a special ceremony today. Andrew Nelson and Allan Richardson will be presented with the Chief Fire Officer's Commendations for brave and meritorious conduct after saving a man's life. The men took part in a dramatic rescue in the early hours of 4 February.
31 August 2006
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
Firefighters launch four-day strike
More than 1,000 firefighters across Merseyside have begun a four-day strike in protest over planned job cuts. Another four-day stoppage is scheduled to begin two hours after the first one ends.
03 March 2010
Suspicious Glasgow Car Fires
Detectives in Glasgow's East End are investigating a spate of vehicle fire attacks in the city yesterday. Shortly after 3.30am police were called to a report of a vehicle fire in Ashvale Crescent, Glasgow. Upon arrival police were advised by Strathclyde Fire Service that four vehicles had been damaged by fire.
Suspicious Glasgow Car Fires
Detectives in Glasgow's East End are investigating a spate of vehicle fire attacks in the city yesterday. Shortly after 3.30am police were called to a report of a vehicle fire in Ashvale Crescent, Glasgow. Upon arrival police were advised by Strathclyde Fire Service that four vehicles had been damaged by fire.
19 November 2008
Chief Fire Officer Resigns Over Child Porn Arrest
A top fire officer for the West Midlands Fire Service has resigned after he was arrested on suspicion of making indecent images of children. West Midlands Police arrested Frank Sheehan, 55, yesterday at his home in Sutton Coldfield.
Chief Fire Officer Resigns Over Child Porn Arrest
A top fire officer for the West Midlands Fire Service has resigned after he was arrested on suspicion of making indecent images of children. West Midlands Police arrested Frank Sheehan, 55, yesterday at his home in Sutton Coldfield.
30 May 2008
Flash Floods Clean-Up In Somerset
A massive clear-up operation is underway after flash flooding hit large parts of Somerset. Torrential storms on Thursday lead to severe flooding which meant many families had to be evacuated. Motorists were warned to stay off the roads as many became out of bounds.
Flash Floods Clean-Up In Somerset
A massive clear-up operation is underway after flash flooding hit large parts of Somerset. Torrential storms on Thursday lead to severe flooding which meant many families had to be evacuated. Motorists were warned to stay off the roads as many became out of bounds.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.