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Government assure public over claims 'two days' worth of gas left after Iran war
According to National Gas, Britain had 6,999 gigawatt hours (GWh) of fossil gas stored this month
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British Airways flight heading to UK declares medical emergency and diverts
A British Airways flight travelling to Heathrow was forced to make an emergency landing in France
Oil prices race above 100 dollars a barrel as UK petrol prices expected to soar
It is the first time Oil prices have rocketed above 100 dollars a barrel for the first time in nearly four years
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Log burners face UK ban as new rule change 'on the table'
Government consultation on Environmental Improvement Plan proposes banning sale of older wood burner models and tightening smoke control areas to cut air pollution
UK Foreign Office updates travel advice for Cyprus, Turkey and Maldives
British holidaymakers planning trips to popular destinations are being urged to review their plans as the FCDO updates travel advice in light of the ongoing Middle East war
Russia issues chilling 'end of the world' WW3 warning as Trump bombs Iran
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov issued the dire warning amid "a perfect storm" as the US and Israel launched massive strikes on Iran, whilst Putin claims international law "no longer exists"
Full list of 67 dog breeds that could be banned in UK under new rules
The Labour party's new animal welfare legislation would deem many of the most common dog breeds in the country as unhealthy
Lloyds Bank and Halifax customers warned of major credit card change coming in May
Lloyds Banking Group says the changes will mean an increase in interest rates for some but for others it will be a decrease
'Burn in hell' - Ian Huntley's family member condemns killer who died after North East prison attack
Jacqueline Edwards, grandmother to Huntley's daughter, has said that the murderer will be "dragged to the gates of hell by the devil’s hounds"
State Pensioners warned of benefit changes they must report to DWP or risk fine
The DWP says you could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or fail to report a change in your circumstances
One thing stopping drivers switching to EVs, new report says
Experts say the problem is leaving drivers 'exposed'
Major UK station closed until further notice after fire as travel fears grow
ScotRail has confirmed Glasgow Central station will be fully closed on Monday morning after a massive fire broke out in a shop on Union Street, with crews still battling the blaze
North East town centre shoppers continue to report concerns over number of beggars
The council has said its proactive approach has led to a dramatic fall in the number of people begging in the town centre
Cyclists feel unsafe on roads in North East town despite dedicated cycle lanes being available
Councillors shared concerns from residents across the borough and questioned the usage of the current cycle paths
Laughing gas crackdown in North East town as police target illegal usage hotspots
Police have vowed to crackdown on illegal nitrous oxide use, commonly known as 'laughing gas', following concerns over increased usage
Inside a 'magnificent' home on the Tynemouth seafront with 'breath-taking' beach views for sale
The property, on Percy Gardens, is being marketed by Jan Forster Estates, and is an 'enviable' position directly facing the sea
Newcastle student beer increases production for Wetherspoons festival
Stu Brew, Europe’s first student-led brewery, is based at Newcastle University
Women kicked in head, punched and spat at during Newcastle city centre brawl
Helen Wilson, Dawn Bartley, Donna Cox and Samantha McDonald all pleaded guilty to public order offences and the former two were locked up
Northumberland mum crowdfunding to 'make memories' with son who has terminal cancer
Katrina Robinson wants to help son Lewis enjoy what time he has left
All the road closures and roadworks across the North East this week
Here is a full list of the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, March 9