A fitness to practice hearing in Flintshire was told Kirsty Ann Morton's actions had "serious and far-reaching implications", making removal from the register the only option. These included the threat of legal action. Ms Morton worked for Denbighshire council when it happened in October 2014, the Care Council for Wales said. She had allowed information about four families, including some involved in child protection cases, to be seen by another person, the hearing was told. Chairman of the committee Islwyn Jones said Ms Morton had "deliberately" disclosed the information to someone "close to her" whom she felt she could trust. "Once the information was released the registrant had no control of it," he added. Mr Jones said the "level of shock, distress and anxiety" caused to the families involved could not be underestimated. Ms Morton did not attend the hearing and Denbighshire council has been asked to comment.

Summary: A social worker has been struck off after disclosing confidential information about vulnerable children.


Surtees, 81, who won seven world motorbike championships before becoming F1 World Champion with Ferrari in 1964, has bought Buckmore Park in Kent. Modern-day F1 champions Hamilton and Button honed their skills on the Chatham circuit. Surtees and Buckmore Park announced the sale on their websites. John Surtees Ltd, based in Edenbridge on the Kent/Surrey border, has bought the business and assets of Buckmore Park, but the circuit's former owner Bill Sisley is to stay on as a consultant. Surtees, who lives in Lingfied, also runs the Henry Surtees Foundation, set up in memory of his 18-year-old racing driver son who died in a crash during a Formula Two race at Brands Hatch. Henry, who began driving as a child at Buckmore Park, was a pupil at Worth School, West Sussex, when he died. A series of fundraising events has been held at the kart circuit in his name.

Summary: Former Formula One world champion John Surtees has bought the karting track where Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button practised as youngsters.


It will be the first time the group has appeared at the three-day event staged near Beauly in the Highlands. The festival will take place from 3 until 5 August in 2017. Organisers said Scots singer KT Tunstall would support Franz Ferdinand. Seventies disco legends Sister Sledge are to headline on the Thursday night. Promoter Joe Gibbs said: "This is the first time Franz Ferdinand has played Bella and we are totally delighted to welcome them to our stage. "I couldn't think of a better act to close out the festival. "And we are thrilled to be welcoming KT back. She played Bella before as an unannounced special guest but we are pleased to have properly on the bill this time."

Summary: Glasgow rock band Franz Ferdinand have been confirmed as the Saturday night headliners at next year's Belladrum Tartan Heart music festival.


Somerset County Council leader Ken Maddock is holding talks with South West MPs about opening up more sections of dual carriageway on the road. Mr Maddock said speeding up journey times and improving reliability would boost tourism and the local economy. He said it was "crucial for encouraging inward investment, moving goods and creating new jobs". The A303 is 92 miles (148km) long and runs through five counties. The proposals, which also include upgrades to the A358 and A30, are being developed by a multi-agency task group consisting of Highways Agency representatives and county council officials from Wiltshire, Somerset, Cornwall, Devon and Dorset. Mr Maddock said: "Improving these roads is vital for Somerset and therefore it is important that we work closely with MPs in order to form one strong voice."

Summary: Politicians from Somerset are holding a summit meeting in Westminster to discuss upgrading the A303.


Owain Vaughan from Glynneath was rushed to Morriston Hospital, Swansea on Friday after suffering fits and being violently sick. Owain, who is now recovering at home, said: "I was terrified. I thought I was going to die." He said he was told the substance was legal, so he assumed it was safe to take. "All the symptoms hit me within 10 seconds," said Owain. "I collapsed, hit the floor and started fitting. It hit me as soon as I inhaled it." Owain's story came to light after his mother, Jennie Vaughan, posted pictures on social media of her son in his hospital bed. "Legal highs" can be bought over the counter in so-called "head shops" which operate openly on the High Street.

Summary: A 14-year-old schoolboy from the Neath Valley has told how he was hospitalised after taking a "legal high".


Intelling Limited provides customer services support for companies, such as TalkTalk and O2. The posts will be created over the next three years and pay salaries of Â£16,000 a year, on average. The company said 45 of the posts had already been filled. Invest NI is contributing Â£1m towards the project. Enterprise Minister Jonathan Bell said the investment was "positive news" for the Northern Ireland economy. "Intelling is an ambitious, young company and I welcome its decision to choose Northern Ireland as the location for its expansion," he said. "It creates much-needed jobs that offer flexible employment and the opportunity to develop transferable skills." Phil Morgan, chief executive of Intelling Ltd, said: "The availability of talent here and cost competitive environment, along with Invest NI support, made Northern Ireland the best choice for Intelling over alternative locations."

Summary: A UK businesses services company is to open offices in Belfast, creating 250 jobs.


Gibbs left Elland Road in July 2014, two months after boss Brian McDermott. At Thursday's hearing in London, the judge Mr Justice Langstaff said that Gibbs had not been assigned work befitting his status and felt he was standing around "doing nothing". The ex-Watford man resigned after being told by then head coach Dave Hockaday that he had no future at the club. He was excluded from taking any meaningful part in the training of the first team and was told by email that his role was to be confined to working with the under-18 and under-21 players, which the judge said was not reasonable. Gibbs is now the assistant head of player development at Tottenham.

Summary: Former Leeds United assistant manager Nigel Gibbs has been awarded £331,426 in damages over his exit from the club.


The incident occurred at about 23:20 on Monday at the Co-operative store in Moffat. The cigarette kiosk was targeted and early estimates indicated the value of the haul was significant. Det Sgt Hugh McCombe asked anyone who visited the shop on Monday night to think carefully if they might have seen anything suspicious. "We would also want to hear from anyone who may have been in the Ladyknowe area around 23:20 on Monday night to get in touch if they have any information which might assist us in this inquiry," he said. They are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw three men walking in the area, two of them wearing baseball caps.

Summary: Thieves have made off with cigarettes worth "many thousands of pounds" in a break-in at a supermarket.


Three locations were raided by counter-terrorism police following a tip off. Two of the raids took place near the capital, Dhaka, and a third in the Tangail district some 100km away. The dead are all thought to be members of the banned Islamist group, Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen. Bangladesh's minister for home affairs said the group's leader in Dhaka was among those killed. Police have carried out a number of raids on suspected militant hideouts since a deadly attack in July, when dozens of hostages were killed in a siege at a popular cafe in the capital. Twenty hostages, two policemen and six suspects died during a 12-hour siege at the Holey Artisan cafe. The so-called Islamic State (IS) group said it carried out the attack, but Bangladesh believes that home-grown Islamists were responsible.

Summary: Eleven suspected militants have been killed in a series of gun battles with Bangladeshi security forces, officials say.


The machines deliver an electric shock to the heart in cases of cardiac arrest - when the heart stops pumping blood. Survival chances of those affected by cardiac arrest decrease by 10% for every minute without defibrillation. All 24 secondary schools in North Lanarkshire will be fitted with the machines before the end on March 2014. The Â£70,000 cost of installing the automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) units is being met by the council, NHS Scotland and partner agency Amey. Councillor Jim Logue, convener of learning and leisure services, said: "With many of our secondary schools open in the evening and at weekends for community and sports activities, having a readily accessible AED unit nearby could play a crucial role in helping to save lives at these locations."

Summary: North Lanarkshire Council is set to be the first local authority in Scotland to install life-saving defibrillators in all of its high schools.


Officers were called to Mowhan Road in the village on Thursday night and found one of the kittens, which had sustained a broken shoulder as a result. They posted a photo of the injured kitten on the PSNI Armagh Facebook page, and brought it back to their station where it was examined by a vet. They could not find the other kitten and have appealed for information. "If anyone happens to come across a kitten in the area that they think doesn't belong there please contact us and help us reunite it with its sibling," the officers wrote. "Before you ask, we had a vet attend after we brought the kitten back to the station, and no, we do not need to find it a home." Newry and Armagh MLA Danny Kennedy tweeted that the incident was "absolutely disgusting- anyone with information should report it to the PSNI".

Summary: Police are investigating after two kittens were thrown out of a moving car in Markethill, County Armagh.


Jalal Uddin was found injured in a play area near the Jalalia JaamÃ© Mosque on 18 February. He died later in hospital. The 21-year-old is the third man to be arrested over the 64-year-old's death. Mohammed Hussain Syeedy, also 21, of Ramsay Street, Rochdale, has been charged with murder and conspiracy to commit murder. A 17-year-old previously arrested on suspicion of murder is on bail until 20 April. It is understood Mr Uddin was a qari, or Koran reader, at the Jalalia JaamÃ© Mosque. He is believed to have been on his way home from a friend's house when he was assaulted. Mr Uddin died from a head injury, a post-mortem examination found. Police are appealing for any witnesses who were in the South Street area at the time of the attack to contact them. Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crimestoppers.

Summary: A man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder after a prominent member of a mosque in Rochdale died from a head injury.


The Living Advent Calendar will run for 24 evenings with a random performance at 18:15 GMT each day. Organiser Julie Perigo said: "A door or window opens somewhere in the town and a 15 minute performance takes place." Henley resident Gary Connery, the stunt double who jumped out of a helicopter in the guise of the Queen will be the first performer. Venues for the calendar include the Leander Club, Henley Fire Station and The River and Rowing Museum. The event helps raise funds for three charities, Sue Ryder Care, Camp Mohawk and The Chilterns Centre.

Summary: A seasonal advent calendar with added humans is being unveiled in Henley-on-Thames later.


Cardiff council has given developers reserved matters planning permission to redevelop two sites either side of Llantrisant Road in Llandaff. House builder Taylor Wimpey will start on the 17-acre Llandaff Park scheme when BBC Wales moves to its new HQ at Cardiff's Central Square in 2019. The sale helps fund BBC Wales' new centre next to Cardiff Central station. The developers were given outline planning permission to develop the two BBC sites in 2015. Taylor Wimpey propose to build 364 houses and flats on the split site. Cardiff council say the permission allows the developer to focus on details like appearance, access, landscaping, layout and scale.

Summary: A 400-home housing development on BBC Cymru Wales' existing headquarters in Cardiff has taken another step forward.


It will become the sixth FTSE 100 company to have a female chief executive officer. Ms Brittain joins from Lloyds Banking Group, where she was head of its retail division. She previously worked for Santander and Barclays. Ms Brittain is also a non-executive director at Marks and Spencer. She will join the company in January and replace current boss Andy Harrison, who will retire in February. The number of women on the boards of FTSE 100 companies has risen over the past four years to almost a quarter of all board members.

Summary: Whitbread, the company behind Costa Coffee and Premier Inn, has appointed Alison Brittain to head the company.


The selection was rushed through after the party's original candidate stood down last week. Wera Hobhouse was selected by members during a lunchtime meeting at Bath City Football Club, The seat is currently held by the Conservative MP Ben Howlett but was previously a Lib Dem stronghold, held by Don Foster for 23 years. The original prospective parliamentary candidate, Jay Risbridger, picked last autumn, stood down last week due to family and work commitments. Paul Strasburger, from the Lib Dems's campaign in Bath, said: "It's important to the party nationally because it's a very winnable seat, and therefore it's a central part of our desire to stop a Tory landslide." Ms Hobhouse, stood for the Lib Dems in North East Somerset at the last general election in 2015, but the seat was won by Tory Jacob Rees-Mogg.

Summary: The Liberal Democrats have chosen their general election candidate for Bath - one of the party's top targets.


Shafiq Rafiq was arrested on Wednesday, after police responded to "concerning reports" from the public, and appeared before Salisbury magistrates. Mr Rafiq, 37, from Barnard Street, Salisbury, is also accused of criminal damage to a police cell and disorderly conduct in a police station. He was remanded in custody and is due before Salisbury Crown Court on 5 July. A spokesman for the force, said: "We must make it absolutely clear that this incident is not linked to terrorism in any way and we advise people not to speculate."

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with making threats to kill a police officer in Wiltshire.


Redditch Borough Council said the delay at Redditch Crematorium was due to extra work being carried out there. The work, which was has been criticised by unions, will divert waste heat which escapes from the cremator chimney into Abbey Stadium leisure centre. The council said it would save taxpayers about Â£16,800 a year. The new system, which was expected to be operational by late summer, will also heat the crematorium. Equipment is also being installed so that the crematorium meets new laws to reduce mercury emissions. The two cremators, which have been working for 12 years, and the flue network are being replaced. The Labour-controlled council said the work would bring the crematorium up to modern standards. Unison initially attacked the plans as "sick and an insult to local residents" when they were first announced.

Summary: Plans to use a north Worcestershire crematorium to heat a town swimming pool have been delayed until the end of the year.


Officers attended a property in Plymouth after reports of a man with a can of flammable liquid were made by a member of the public. The man later sustained serious burns and police records indicated a Taser was deployed, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) said. It was referred voluntarily by Devon and Cornwall Police to the IPCC. The watchdog said the 32-year-old man was taken to the city's Derriford Hospital and has since been transferred to the burns unit at Frenchay Hospital in Bristol. His condition is described as life-changing, but is not considered to be life-threatening. The IPCC said it believed two police officers attended the address in Honicknowle shortly after 21:00 BST on Thursday. It added that the investigation would be looking at what extent, if any, police actions caused or contributed to the man's injuries, and whether officers acted in accordance with procedures.

Summary: Contact police had with a man before he sustained serious burns is being investigated by the police watchdog.


An 8m (26ft) tall rocket is the centrepiece of this year's Weston Sand Sculpture Festival. The annual event is usually based around a theme - this year's is "When I Grow Up", aimed at capturing residents' "childhood dream jobs". They will also have 16 artists from overseas competing for the public vote in a championship event. The Weston-super-Mare festival is in its 11th year and runs from the Easter weekend throughout the summer. Co-organiser Nicola Wood said: "Almost anything is possible in the eyes of a child and we wanted to capture that mentality within this year's festival, which is now in its 11th year."

Summary: Thousands of tonnes of sand have been sculpted into 30 pieces of beach art on the sea front in Somerset.


The tournament is designed for locally based African footballers playing in their domestic leagues. The initial phase separates the 16 countries into four groups. Hosts Rwanda will be in Group A alongside Gabon, Morocco and Ivory Coast. They will play at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. Winners of the first CHAN finals in 2009 - Democratic Republic of Congo - are in Group B with 2011 losing finalists Angola, Cameroon and Ethiopia. The Group B teams will be based in Butare. Group C has 2011 champions, Tunisia, Nigeria, Niger and debutants Guinea, and they will play at the Nyamirambo Stadium, also in Kigali. Gisenyi will host Group D which will feature Zimbabwe, Mali, Uganda and Zambia. The finals will take place from 16 January to 7 February 2016 in Rwanda.

Summary: The draw for the 2016 African Nations Championship (CHAN) finals in Rwanda was made by the Confederation of African Football (Caf) in Kigali on Sunday.


The former champions' agreement also includes junior team Toro Rosso, who will switch from Ferrari for 2017. Red Bull tried to split with Renault last year because of concern over the engine's performance. However, the team has been encouraged by the French company's progress following its decision to return to F1 with its own works team. The engine's latest development has increased its performance by about 30bhp, taking it well over 900bhp, and has powered Daniel Ricciardo to pole position for Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix. The partnership won four consecutive drivers' and constructors' world titles from 2010-13. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner said: "Our partnership has proved very successful over time. "After the reconstruction Renault has undertaken, clear progress has been made which has made it logical to continue."

Summary: Red Bull are to stick with Renault engines for at least the next two seasons in Formula 1.


Civilian casualties were reported after what residents said was light resistance from the militants. The AU on Friday denied on Friday it has lost control of Merca, saying it had made a tactical withdrawal. Al-Shabab was forced out of the capital Mogadishu in 2011 but still has a presence in large areas of the south. A Somali military official told AFP news agency: "The Somali forces and Amisom [AU] peacekeepers secured control of Merca again and now the situation has returned to normal. "There was brief exchange of gunfire, but the militants have fled." He said "several" al-Shabab fighters and one Somali soldier had been killed in the fighting. A resident told AFP that four civilians had died in his area. The fighting comes three weeks after al-Shabab overran an AU military base outside the southern Somali town of el-Ade, saying they had killed about 100 Kenyans soldiers.

Summary: The Somali military, backed by the African Union (AU), has retaken Merca from al-Shabab militants who seized the port city on Friday, residents say.


The association has refused to approve Brace's accreditation for Glasgow because of her involvement at the 2013 Unified Kickboxing World Championships. The Welsh Boxing Association has accepted the ruling. Brace, 23, had been included in Wales' 10-strong squad for the Commonwealth Games to compete in the 51kg category. "Ashley is a fantastic young athlete with bags of potential," said Team Wales chef de mission Brian Davies. "Both Welsh Boxing and the Commonwealth Games Council for Wales are saddened that she now won't have the opportunity to compete at the Games in just two weeks' time." Women's boxing will be appearing for the first time in Glasgow with Charlene Jones and Lauren Price the representatives for Wales. The Commonwealth Games begin on Wednesday, 23 July.

Summary: Welsh boxer Ashley Brace is out of this month's Commonwealth Games after the International Boxing Association deemed her ineligible.


Tokyo's Nikkei 225 closed 1.9% lower at 16,083.11. Investor mood failed to be lifted by Tuesday's large stimulus package as economists doubt it will have much of an impact on the country's sluggish economy. Wall Street markets fell on Tuesday, with indexes registering some of their biggest losses in a month. Elsewhere in Asia, markets also took their lead from Wall Street. China's benchmark Shanghai Composite edged 0.3% higher to close at 2,978.46, while in Hong Kong, the Hang Seng fell 1.7% to finish at 21,757.19. Shares in banking giant HSBC ended the trading in Hong Kong up 1.6% despite the weak earnings report released at noon local time. South Korea's benchmark Kospi dropped 0.9% to wrap trading at 2,000.07. In Australia, the ASX/200 fell 14% to close at 5,465.70 points.

Summary: Japanese shares traded lower on Wednesday, continuing a global sell-off on US and European stock markets.


The 24-year-old winger becomes the fourth signing of the transfer window for the Women's Super League One club. Dunn, who won the US Golden Boot award while playing for the Spirit in 2015, has agreed a contract with Chelsea until 2018. "It's a big personal challenge for me but I am ready to take this next step in my career," Dunn said. "Playing for Chelsea is a unique opportunity for me to take my game to another level." The Blues, who finished second in WSL 1 in 2016, have already signed Ramona Bachmann, Maren Mjelde and Erin Cuthbert. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Chelsea Ladies have signed USA international Crystal Dunn from American side Washington Spirit.


The 59-year-old former World number one and US Masters champion is targeting his first Senior Open title, "It would be very special to finally put that trophy on the mantelpiece," he said. Phillip Price and Stephen Dodd will be taking part in their first Senior Open alongside the experienced Mark Mouland. Woosnam added: "Naturally, I'm very proud that the Senior Open is coming back to Wales for a second time and we will have a solid presence with four Welsh lads in the field." The Senior Open Championship is at Royal Porthcawl from 27-30 July.

Summary: Ian Woosnam will spearhead a strong Welsh challenge at the Senior Open Championship at Royal Porthcawl.


Armagh's game against Derry at Healy Park was postponed 23 minutes before the scheduled start while Cavan were set to face Donegal at Brewster Park. The matches have been rescheduled for next Wednesday with Cavan and Donegal returning to Enniskillen. Derry host Armagh at Celtic Park after winning a coin toss for the venue. The Ulster final was scheduled to be played next Wednesday but has now been put back until 12 April. The Ulster champions are down to face the Leinster winners in the All-Ireland semi-finals on 15 April.

Summary: Both Wednesday's Ulster U21 Football semi-finals were called off shortly before the scheduled throw-ins due to waterlogged pitches.


Madrid, who rested Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema, took the lead with an own goal by ex-West Brom defender Gianni Zuiverloon. Marco Asensio and Alvaro Morata scored twice each, making them Real's joint top scorers this season with five. Nacho scored a stunning flying volley to make it 6-0, with Benja puling one back before Mariano's late strike. The second leg at the Bernabeu is on Wednesday, 30 November. Real played their first leg a month before everyone else because of their involvement in the Fifa World Club Cup in December, as did Barcelona last season.

Summary: Real Madrid thrashed third-tier Cultural Leonesa in the first leg of the Copa del Rey round-of-32 tie.


Dagmara Przybysz, 16, was pronounced dead at Pool Academy, near Redruth, on Tuesday 17 May. The inquest was told a post-mortem examination had been carried out but the cause of death was not yet available because the toxicology reports were outstanding. The hearing, in Truro, was adjourned to enable the reports to be compiled. The body of the teenager, who was originally from Poland, was formally identified at the Royal Cornwall Hospital by her father, Jedrzey Przybysz, on the day she was found, the inquest heard. For live updates on this story as it develops, click here The academy's principal, Zelma Hill, previously said the teenager was a "beautiful, bright and creative 16-year-old student with a very promising future ahead of her". Tributes have also been paid to her on the Pool Academy school Facebook page. Police have not been treating the death as suspicious.

Summary: An inquest into the death of a teenager whose body was found at her school in Cornwall has been opened and adjourned.


Nos Fawrth fe wnaeth cyfranddalwyr Clwb Casnewydd bleidleisio o blaid y syniad - roedd yn rhaid i'r cytundeb dderbyn sêl bendith dros 75% o'r cyfranddalwyr. Fe wnaeth 81% o'r cyfranddalwyr gefnogi'r cynllun. Roedd yr Undeb eisoes yn berchen 50% o'r rhanbarth gafodd ei ffurfio yn 2003, tra bod maes Rodney Parade yn eiddo i Glwb Rygbi Casnewydd. O ganlyniad i broblemau ariannol y Dreigiau roedd Undeb Rygbi Cymru wedi cynnig cymryd rheolaeth o'r rhanbarth a phrynu cae Rodney Parade. Mae'n debyg y bydd yr Undeb yn buddsoddi £4m wrth brynu a gwella Rodney Parade. Yn ôl prif weithredwr y Dreigiau, Stuart Davies, yr unig ddewis arall pe na bai'r cynllun yn cael ei dderbyn oedd y byddai'r rhanbarth yn mynd i'r wal. Gobaith yr Undeb yw cwblhau'r broses erbyn 1 Gorffennaf. Yn ogystal â'r timau rygbi, mae Rodney Parade hefyd yn gartref i Glwb Pêl-droed Casnewydd.

Summary: Mae Clwb Rygbi Casnewydd wedi cefnogi cynllun lle bydd Undeb Rygbi Cymru yn cymryd rheolaeth o'r rhanbarth a phrynu cae Rodney Parade.


Media playback is not supported on this device In a 47-second video posted on YouTube on Wednesday, he said he had enjoyed "a very exciting day" back in the saddle. "I had to set myself a target and very happily was able to do that," said the former world number one. The video shows the 46-year-old, who thanked well-wishers for their support, riding again in an indoor arena. Fox-Pitt was placed in an induced coma after falling at the World Young Horse Championships in Lion-D'Angers on 17 October. He was treated in France before returning to England. Fox-Pitt is GB's most successful rider with 20 major championship medals. His horse Reinstated was unharmed in the incident in western France.

Summary: British eventer William Fox-Pitt has revealed he has started riding again, just two months after suffering severe head injuries in a competition fall.


On Wednesday, Mr Ford announced he was resigning as leader of Alliance after 15 years in the job. The 65-year-old father-of-four will continue to serve as an MLA for South Antrim. Party insiders are predicting that Mrs Long may be the only candidate to take the position on a permanent basis. In May 2010, Mrs Long became the first Alliance Party MP when she was elected for East Belfast, defeating DUP leader Peter Robinson. However, she lost the seat in 2015 to the DUP's Gavin Robinson. Mr Ford led the cross-community party since 2001 and was the party's longest serving leader. He said it was "an appropriate time to hand over to a new leader who will lead the party forward in the next stage of its development and growth".

Summary: Naomi Long has taken over as acting leader of the Alliance Party after David Ford's resignation from the post.


David Hick died after he was hit by a car in Bruton, Somerset, on 14 October. Joseph Breen, 38, of Crowmarsh Gardens, south-east London, has been charged with perverting the course of justice. Robert Finlay, 47 and Felicity Wheeler, 31, both of Rickhayes, Wincanton, have already been charged. All three will appear at South Somerset Magistrates' Court on 20 January. Mr Finlay is charged with causing death by careless driving, failing to stop after a road accident, conspiracy to pervert the course of justice and failing to report a road traffic collision. Ms Wheeler is charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice, police said.

Summary: A third person has been charged over the death of an 84-year-old man who was struck and killed by a car.


Ahead of the general election, we want you to tell us what you want to know about the NHS, which is a key policy area for the major parties. Perhaps you want to know what the recent cyber-attack means or what the various manifesto pledges are for the health service in the South. This is your chance to tell us what you care about or want to know regarding the NHS. Send us your questions and concerns using the form below and we will answer a selection in an article as well as on TV and radio. Each week in the run up to the general election, we will be focusing on a different policy area, giving you the chance to have your say on the main areas of interest during the campaign.

Summary: On 8 June voters across the South will go to the polls to choose MPs to represent their constituencies.


The incident happened at about 19:30 on Tuesday in Duddingston Park South, outside Scotmid and Duddingston Fry. A 32-year-old man was shouted at before being hit over the face with a weapon. The man's jaw was broken and he lost several teeth. The man pictured is white, in his early to mid-20s, and 5ft 8in tall. He has short, black hair and was wearing a white shirt, black trousers and braces. Det Con Iain Wallace, from the Violence Reduction Unit, said: "This attack has seen the victim sustain serious facial injuries and we're currently pursuing various lines of inquiry as part of our investigation. "Anyone who may recognise this man, or who witnessed the incident itself, is urged to get in touch with officers as soon as possible."

Summary: CCTV images have been released of a man police want to speak to following a serious assault in Edinburgh.


The programme is a partnership between central and local government in targeted regions of the UK. Mr Macintosh said his proposal would bring "billions of pounds" and tens of thousands of jobs to the north east. The Scottish leadership contest pitches Mr Macintosh against his fellow-MSP Kezia Dugdale. The result will be announced on 15 August. Speaking in Aberdeen, Mr Macintosh said: "For too long this city and this region have been short changed by the Scottish Government. "A disproportionate amount of attention has been paid to other areas of Scotland at the expense of Aberdeen and the North-east and I intend to put that right."

Summary: Scottish Labour leadership candidate Ken Macintosh has proposed that the City Deal programme should be extended to Aberdeen.


The 53-year-old has been in interim charge at the La Liga club since Cesare Prandelli resigned in December, and has led the team away from relegation danger. But he told reporters on Saturday: "Yesterday the club told me that they are looking for a new coach." He added: "I will continue to work at Valencia. I do not know in what role." The former Spain international worked as a delegate at the club since retiring in 1999 and has been in interim charge of the first team on five occasions.

Summary: Valencia coach Voro has confirmed he will step down at the end of the season.


The site, found by snorkelers off the Greek island Zakynthos, appeared to have paved floors and colonnades. But research by the University of East Anglia and University of Athens has found the site was created by a geological process. The formations, researchers found, were created up to five million years ago. Read more on this story and other news from Norfolk Prof Julian Andrews said: "The site was discovered by snorkelers and first thought to be an ancient city port, lost to the sea. "There were what superficially looked like circular column bases, and paved floors. "But mysteriously no other signs of life - such as pottery." Found close to Alikanas Bay the site was examined in situ by the Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities of Greece. "We investigated the site," said Prof Andrews, "and found that it is actually a natural geologically occurring phenomenon."

Summary: Ancient underwater remains thought to be a "long lost city" are in fact the result of a naturally occurring phenomenon, researchers have found.


West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue still has about 25 firefighters at Drummonds Mill in Manningham, Bradford. Ian Bitcon, of West Yorkshire Fire Service, said he had never seen firefighters "work as hard as they did to try to knock this fire back". Nearby homes had to be evacuated after the basement of the building caught fire on Thursday morning. The flames spread to the roof and part of the four-storey property in Lumb Lane collapsed. Crews are expected to remain at the site throughout the weekend More than 100 firefighters tackled the blaze at its height and crews had to withdraw from inside the building due to the intense heat and safety concerns. People removed from about 100 homes in Lumb Lane, Manningham Lane and Grosvenor Road were taken to the Richard Dunn Sports Centre. The cause of the fire is being investigated.

Summary: Demolition of the remains of a former mill severely damaged by fire is under way.


About 500kg (1,100lb) of the class A drug was discovered in eight holdalls at London Gateway Port in Essex by Border Force staff on Monday. The drugs originated in Ecuador and were shipped to the UK via Belgium. It was described it as a "substantial find" that would have "significantly disrupted" criminal activity. The cocaine is thought to have been destined for mainland Europe but Matthew Rivers, from the National Crime Agency's (NCA) Border Policing Command, said it was "likely a proportion would still have ended up back in the UK". More on this and other news from Essex The discovery was the largest-ever drugs find at the port in Stanford-le-Hope, according to Border Force assistant director Mike Kennedy. When adulterated and sold to drug-users, the shipment would have been worth more than £50m, he added. The NCA is now trying to establish the source of the shipment.

Summary: Customs officials landed a big catch when they found cocaine worth more than £50m stashed in a shipment of tinned tuna.


The IPO is the first this year by a so-called technology "unicorn" - start-ups valued at more than $1bn (Â£700m). Twilio's platform that enables developers to incorporate phone calls and text messages into their apps. Shares were priced at $15 but closed at $28.19, valuing the company at more than $2bn. Its software is used by companies including OpenTable, WhatsApp and Uber, which uses the technology to withhold the actual mobile numbers of drivers when they call passengers. The appetite for Twilio shares has revived investors' hopes in the US technology sector. Analysts believe that its successful debut market could be a positive sign for other "unicorns" looking to go public. Jack Ablin, chief investment officer at BMO Private Bank, said: "[This year] has really been an arid desert in new issuance and equity ... I'm encouraged that the success here will spawn other IPOs [initial public offerings]."

Summary: Shares in software firm Twilio have soared almost 88% on their first day of trading in New York.


Invertek Drives hopes to expand its premises in Welshpool after investment by the Welsh government. The company designs and makes drives which control motors in industrial and energy-saving devices. There are plans to build a new 56,500 sq ft (5,250 sq m) detached building next to its headquarters so the company can expand its capacity to meet demand. The company's operations director, Charles Haspel, said the money will help the firm develop technology and the "highly skilled workforce necessary to successfully compete on the world stage". Plans for the new unit are being drawn up before being submitted for planning permission. Invertek Drives employs 190 people worldwide, including 170 in Welshpool, and plans to increase its workforce by 30 by 2018, rising to 50 new members of staff when production at its new site is at full capacity.

Summary: A £5.6m factory set to be built in Powys will create 50 new jobs, a hi-tech firm has said.


The 29-year-old limped off during the first half of Friday's Premiership win over local rivals Bristol. The former Scarlets player - who switched to the English club in 2015 - will see a specialist on Wednesday, Bath head coach Tabai Matson said. "It is not looking really good. He is going to be out for a chunk of the winter," Matson told BBC Points West. "For us, it is a big loss and a big blow for the squad." Priestland was omitted from Wales' squad for the autumn Tests, as he was not one of their three players selected from outside Wales, a decision he "expected". Bath are second in the Premiership after winning seven of their first eight league games this season.

Summary: Wales and Bath fly-half Rhys Priestland has been ruled out for between eight and 12 weeks with a leg injury.


Intermune, which is based in Brisbane, California, makes a medicine for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a deadly disease which scars the lungs. The deal is the latest in a string of mergers in the drugs sector. It is also the largest by Roche since 2009 when it bought the remainder of Genentech for about $47bn. Roche will pay $78 per share in InterMune, which is a premium of 38% on top of the value of the shares at the end of last week. Recent deals in the drug sector include US drug firm AbbVie's purchase of the UK pharmaceutical company Shire for £32bn. UK High Street chemist Alliance Boots was bought up by US pharmacy giant Walgreens in an agreement earlier this month. In May, pharmaceutical company Pfizer dropped a bid for UK company AstraZeneca.

Summary: Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche has said it will buy maker of lung disease therapies InterMune for $8.3bn (£5bn).


The BBC understands that the Conservative MP Andrew Bridgen made a complaint to the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards about the SNP member for Edinburgh West. Ms Thomson has denied any wrongdoing or illegal activity. She has resigned from the SNP whip in the House of Commons. A police inquiry is being carried out into a solicitor who was struck off by the Law Society of Scotland over property deals carried out on Ms Thomson's behalf. Mr Bridgen, who represents North West Leicestershire, has written to Kathryn Hudson, the parliamentary commissioner for standards at Westminster, asking for her to look into the matter. He said the case raises "serious questions regarding the professional integrity required from a prominent public servant".

Summary: MP Michelle Thomson has been referred to the Commons standards watchdog over allegations regarding property deals being investigated by the police.


Cook, in his only Championship match before the first Test against Pakistan, was the second of two wickets to Kagiso Rabada as Essex closed on 107-2. Essex earlier bowled Kent out for 207, Jamie Porter taking 3-51. Kent had been reduced to 101-6, but were dragged to respectability by Alex Blake's unbeaten 89. Blake, with his highest Championship score of the season, shared 56 with wicketkeeper Callum Jackson, making his debut in place of Sam Billings, who is on international duty. Rabada also supported in a ninth-wicket stand of 37 before the South African, playing his first game of first-class cricket since taking 13 wickets against England in the fourth Test in January. He then had the final say in a day that otherwise belonged to Essex, first having Nick Browne caught at mid-on, then trapping Cook in front with a yorker from the very last ball of the day.

Summary: England captain Alastair Cook made 49 after Essex dismissed Kent cheaply on day one of the County Championship Division Two match at Chelmsford.


Mr Reid, 63, was found in his apartment on Donaghadee Road, Bangor, on Christmas Eve that year. Stuart Alexander Reid, whose address was given as Bingham Street in Bangor, was charged with his murder on a date unknown between 18 to 21 December. His solicitor said he is currently detained at Knockbracken Health Care Park in south Belfast. The lawyer asked for the case to be adjourned for two weeks, as arrangements for Mr Reid's attendance would have to be made with the hospital. The application was granted by the judge.

Summary: A 37-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Ronald Reid in County Down in 2014.


George, a male swan, was seriously injured when he was shot in the head in Pittville Park, Cheltenham, in January. A 15-year-old boy, from Cheltenham, was arrested under under the Wildlife and Countryside Act. A 48-year-old man, also from Cheltenham, was arrested last week. Both have been released on bail pending further investigations. The swan, along with his breeding partner Zelda, has lived on Pittville lakes for a number of years. The critically ill bird was found by a member of the public with a bolt lodged in his left eye. He was treated at Vale Wildlife Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre and has now been released back to the lake. A fundraising campaign has raised more than Â£6,000 to pay for George's treatment and a reward to catch the person responsible.

Summary: A teenage boy is the second person to be arrested on suspicion of shooting a swan with a crossbow.


Striker Jay Donnelly is part of the Northern Ireland Under-21 squad to face Scotland in Paisley on 29 March. Levi Ives and Andrew Mooney will travel to the Netherlands as the Under-19s play three games in the Uefa European Championship elite stage. The Reds' games away to Ballymena on Saturday and Carrick Rangers on Tuesday 29 March have been rearranged. Gerard Lyttle's side will face the Sky Blues on Saturday 2 April (15:00 BST), followed by their away trip to Carrick on Tuesday 5 April (19:45).

Summary: Cliftonville's two Irish Premiership Easter fixtures have been postponed due to international call-ups.


Shackell has not featured since the Rams' FA Cup defeat by Premier League side Leicester in February. The 33-year-old, who joined Derby from Burnley in July 2015, made 10 appearances for the club this season. "It was something that needed to be done to clear up what has been a long-term issue," manager Gary Rowett told the club website. "The plan is for him to come back for pre-season training ready to go. "Speaking to him about it, he felt as if he was playing at around 80 per cent in games and couldn't sprint as well as he would like to."

Summary: Derby defender Jason Shackell will miss the rest of the Championship season after having surgery on a back injury.


The 21-year-old spent last season with Scarborough Athletic, who are managed by ex-Guiseley boss Steve Kittrick. Having spent time with Sheffield United as youngster, he joined Newport in 2015-16 and played an an FA Cup tie against Blackburn as a late substitute. He will provide competition for Jonny Maxted at Guiseley, who were 20th in the National League last season. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Guiseley have signed former Newport County goalkeeper Joe Green on an undisclosed-length contract.


Repsol Sinopec said production had been shut down after a sheen was seen on the sea surface near the Montrose Alpha and Arbroath platforms on Saturday morning, 200km (124 miles) east of Aberdeen. A spokesman said: "There has been no further evidence of any sheen in the area and the original sheen has now naturally dispersed." A remotely operated vehicle (ROV) is being used as part of the probe.

Summary: An investigation is being carried out into a suspected North Sea oil leak.


The small section includes a new roundabout at Craibstone junction and the replacement roundabout with traffic lights at the Inverurie Road/Dyce Drive junction. The roundabout at the Craibstone junction will connect with a new airport link road. It opened to traffic on Monday afternoon. Keith Brown, the Scottish government minister responsible for transport infrastructure, said: "The north east economy needs every stimulus that can be provided and our investment in this project is expected to bring in an additional Â£6bn to the north-east economy and create around 14,000 jobs over the next 30 years. "We can look forward to the full benefits of these works starting to be realised when the road opens in winter 2017."

Summary: A link road designed to connect into the new Aberdeen bypass is opening to drivers.


Derek Johnston, of Carrickasticken Road, Forkhill, was fined Â£3,400. Inspectors from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency visited a site owned by him five times between October 2012 and July 2014. They saw areas being burned, sprayed and vegetation being removed with machinery. This took place within the Slieve Gullion Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) and the Slieve Gullion Special Area of Conservation (SAC). In total, 30 acres of priority dry heath habitat was destroyed. Mr Johnston was fined for five breaches of the Environment Order. It is an offence to carry out such works in a protected area without notification or permission. Slieve Gullion is one of the largest expanses of European dry heath in Northern Ireland. An ASSI is a national designation of an area of special significance. An SAC is a European designation.

Summary: A man has been fined for destroying 30 acres of priority habitat within an environmentally protected zone at Slieve Gullion, County Armagh.


Poke, 30, joins the Spitfires until the end of the season following his release by Portsmouth. He made nine National League appearances while on loan at the club earlier this season as injury cover for fellow goalkeeper Ross Flitney. Coulson, 21, has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal after moving from National League South Oxford City. The Spitfires have also agreed to loan Lewis Noice and Jack Masterton to Southern League club Larkhill Athletic until the end of the season. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: National League Eastleigh have signed goalkeeper Michael Poke and defender Luke Coulson.


Sigurdsson, 30, scored Iceland's first goal in their 2-1 win against England in the knockout stages of Euro 2016. The ex-IFK Goteborg and FC Copenhagen defender played every minute of Iceland's games at the tournament. Prior to joining Krasnodar in 2014, the Icelander won the Danish Superliga and Danish Cup with Copenhagen. Despite England taking the lead against Iceland through Wayne Rooney's fourth-minute penalty, Sigurdsson equalised two minutes later before Kolbeinn Sigthorsson's winning goal. Meanwhile, Fulham midfielder Lasse Vigen Christensen has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him with the west London club until the summer of 2018. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Championship side Fulham have signed Iceland centre-back Ragnar Sigurdsson from Russian side FC Krasnodar for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.


Volunteers will be taking part in a three-week dig on the farm near Llangwm with Dyfed Archaeological Trust. It forms part of the Heritage Llangwm project, which aims to find out more about the village's 12th Century Flemish founders. The dig site is home to a medieval dovecote and possibly a Flemish manor house. James Meek, of Dyfed Archaeological Trust, said: "The ideal would be to find a rubbish tip with medieval artefacts and other material that's come from Flanders." Heritage Llangwm has received grants from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Cadw. Money has already been spent on restoration works to the village's St Jerome's Church, which was built by Flemish craftsmen about 800 years ago.

Summary: An archaeological dig is taking place on a Pembrokeshire farm in a bid to unearth more about its Flemish past.


The 48-year-old had been favourite to take over after Feeney was sacked with the club bottom of League Two. He will assume his duties on Monday with joint caretaker managers Sean McCarthy and James Bittner remaining in charge for Saturday's League Two game at Colchester United. Westley was in charge at Peterborough from September 2015 until April. Hounslow-born Westley managed Stevenage on three separate occasions, leading the club into the Football League and then into League One. He also been manager at Preston North End, Rushden & Diamonds, Farnborough Town, Enfield and Kingstonian. Newport revealed they interviewed five shortlisted candidates for the vacancy following Feeney's sacking after just over eight months in charge. "The board were unanimous in their decision to appoint Graham due to his extensive managerial experience in the Football League," Newport said in a statement.

Summary: Newport County have confirmed former Peterborough United manager Graham Westley as Warren Feeney's successor.


Fourth seed Matthew won 3-1 and goes on to face Egyptian sixth seed Karim Abdel Gawad in the last eight. The 36-year-old from Sheffield dropped the opening game but came through 6-11 11-9 11-7 12-10 in 65 minutes. Matthew is trying to win his fourth world title after victories in 2010, 2011 and 2013. "It was windy and there was a little bit of humidity," he said of the open-air tournament. "But at the World Championships you have to dig those results out and I think I will benefit a lot from this match tonight in terms of getting me back match-fit for the next round." Top seed Mohamed El Shorbagy beat fellow Egyptian Karim Ali Fathi 3-0 to reach the quarters in Cairo.

Summary: England's Nick Matthew fought back to beat Simon Rosner of Germany and reach the quarter-finals at the World Squash Championship in Egypt.


The pedestrian was hit by a white Transit van at about 06:25 GMT on Saturday on Aldridge Road, near Perry Barr greyhound stadium. West Midlands Police said the man died at the scene and the van driver did not stop during or after the crash. The force has started an investigation and is appealing for witnesses and calling on the motorist to come forward.

Summary: A man has been killed by a hit-and-run van driver in Birmingham.


Anthony Pilkington's excellent curling strike and a header from debutant Frederic Gounongbe gave the dominant visitors a 2-0 half-time lead. Cardiff made 11 substitutions after an hour and Tom James nodded in from Craig Noone's free-kick. Kenneth Zohore then seized on a goalkeeping error to complete the rout. The most useful exercise for recently-appointed Cardiff boss Trollope was arguably the switch to a 5-3-2 formation which had proved so successful for Wales during their run to the semi-finals of Euro 2016. Trollope has been a part of the Welsh coaching set-up since July 2015, and his Bluebirds players adapted to the system with ease as they monopolised possession and scoring opportunities in an utterly one-sided encounter.

Summary: Cardiff City impressed in a new formation under head coach Paul Trollope as they coasted to an easy pre-season friendly win at Shrewsbury.


The Welsh side are bottom of division two but have won seven times and lost only twice in white-ball cricket since their last four-day game. They rest in-form batsman Colin Ingram who is managing a knee problem. Kent have recalled New Zealand opener Tom Latham to their squad after he sat out Friday's T20 encounter in Cardiff. The visitors have won two and drawn five of their Championship matches, with one of their victories being a convincing 10-wicket defeat of Glamorgan in Canterbury in May. It is the third time the two teams have met across all formats inside eight days, with Glamorgan winning their One-Day Cup encounter by three wickets and the T20 Blast clash by 55 runs. Glamorgan: Rudolph (c), Wallace, Bragg, Donald, Cooke, Lloyd, Wagg, Meschede, Salter, van der Gugten, Hogan. Kent: Northeast, Bell-Drummond, Latham, Denly, Dickson, Stevens, Rouse, Haggett, Coles, Tredwell, Claydon.

Summary: Glamorgan will aim to take their excellent limited-overs form into the Championship as they take on Kent.


The 24-year-old came through the club's academy and has made 82 appearances for the south-west London club. "Rob is the youngest of our three senior hookers, but his potential is huge," Quins director of rugby Conor O'Shea told the club website. "He is tough and abrasive, has improved his set piece massively and his play in the loose is uncompromising." Harlequins have not disclosed the length of Buchanan's new contract at the Twickenham Stoop.

Summary: Harlequins hooker Rob Buchanan has signed a new contract with the Premiership side.


Rock Law Ltd left "vulnerable people at risk of being exploited", Claims Management Regulator (CMR) said. In December 2014, the UK government introduced fines for firms who breach the regulator's rules of conduct. Companies can be fined up to 20% of their annual turnover and have their trading licence suspended or removed. CMR is a unit of the Ministry of Justice that regulates companies that offer a service for people hoping to claim compensation. Head of CMR Kevin Rousell said: "Our investigation showed that Rock Law Ltd were taking unauthorised payments which meant vulnerable people were at risk of being exploited. "The size of this record fine demonstrates how seriously we take protecting the public from this exploitation." The regulator added that the fine was a record and the second to be issued in as many months.

Summary: A Swansea-based company has received a record fine of £570,000 for "coercing clients" into making payment protection insurance (PPI) claims.


Agulla, 27, joined the Falcons from French side Agen in October and has since made eight Premiership appearances for the club. "This squad is very united and I have been made to feel very welcome since I got here" he told the club's website. "I share the ambitions of everyone here in wanting to get better for next season." Agulla is one of six players who have recently renewed deals with the club, which finished 11th in the Premiership this season. The club's top try-scorer Nili Latu, prop Rob Vickers, lock Will Witty, scrum-half Sonatane Takulua and fly-half Craig Willis have already committed their futures to the Falcons. Ten new signings have also been announced by the club in recent weeks as they look to improve on a disappointing season.

Summary: Argentina back-line player Belisario Agulla has signed a permanent deal with Newcastle Falcons.


The completion of a cafe as part of the upgrade of the Wilton Lodge facility in Hawick has been affected. However, it should still be ready by May this year - along with most of the other major infrastructure on the site. Gordon Edgar of Scottish Borders Council said that while the delay was "disappointing" the cafe would still open for the "busy summer season". A new bridge is expected to be put in place next month which will represent a "significant milestone" for the project. Most of the new facilities will be in place almost a year ahead of the overall project completion date of April 2018.

Summary: A delay in part of a £3.65m park overhaul in the Borders has been blamed on "drainage and design issues".


The City Varieties, in Swan Street, Leeds, was the home to BBC series The Good Old Days from 1953 until 1983. Notable acts to have performed there over the years include Harry Houdini, Eartha Kitt, Les Dawson and John Inman. The venue will open its doors from noon until 16:00 BST for visitors to explore and take part in various activities. Its managers said the venue, which is believed to be the country's longest-serving music hall, began life as a room above a pub to provide entertainment to the working classes. "Affluent" sister venue The Grand Theatre, used to serve the higher classes, they said. Escapologist Houdini and a woman who "hypnotised alligators" were among some of the "weird and wonderful acts" to grace the Varieties' stage.

Summary: A historic theatre said to be the country's longest-running music hall is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a special open day.


Developers St Francis Group submitted plans to Wyre Forest District Council for the Stourport Road site in April. The first phase of the plans includes 200 homes, a care home, medical centre, hotel, shops and restaurants. A spokesperson for the project, called Silverwoods, said building work is likely to start next year. The second phase would include more homes and the construction of a link road in the town to the Worcester Road, the spokesperson said. The developers bought the former sugar beet processing and production plant in 2006. British Sugar closed its Kidderminster operation in 2004. All the buildings on the site have been knocked down apart from 70 metre (230ft) twin silos, which will soon be demolished. The redevelopment is part of the South Kidderminster Enterprise Park.

Summary: Plans to redevelop the former British Sugar factory site that could create more than 400 jobs in Worcestershire have been approved.


Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond and World Superbike Champion Carl Fogarty will lead the 23 mile (37km) ride from Shrewsbury to RAF Cosford. Organisers estimated there were more than 3,500 bikers in the convoy. Mr Hammond said: "I know only too well how important and vital the lifesaving work of the Midlands Air Ambulance is in critical situations." The ride ended at the Bike4Life festival, an annual event raising money for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, held at its at RAF Cosford base, near Wolverhampton. The charity, which receives no government support, covers Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Worcestershire and the West Midlands. It uses additional bases at Tatenhill, near Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, and at Strensham Services, near Tewkesbury, Worcestershire.

Summary: Celebrity motorcyclists have led a charity ride raising money for the Midlands Air Ambulance.


Liverpool Ladies currently play on an artificial surface at the Select Security Stadium in Widnes. Last month Stoney's England colleague Claire Rafferty refused to play on the pitch, citing injury concerns. "I don't think it's right, especially if players have to miss out because of it," Stoney said. "Ideally we'd play all our games on grass." She added: "I don't think you have any 4G pitches in the men's top league. It just puts people at risk, so it's not ideal." Sunderland's Lucy Staniforth has also criticised the Liverpool pitch, describing it as "absolutely abysmal" and "a serious injury risk". Last year, the Women's World Cup in Canada was played on artificial turf, despite a legal challenge from leading players. Clubs in the men's Football League last year voted not to reintroduce artificial pitches.

Summary: Arsenal defender Casey Stoney says it would be better if Women's Super League matches were only played on grass.


A disagreement began between two groups of men in the Spice Hut restaurant in Market Square, Warwick, on Saturday. The man has been left with life-changing injuries in what was a "savage and unprovoked" attack, police said. Two men aged 45 and three aged 46, 43 and 42, all from Warwick, were held on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and wounding with intent and were bailed until 4 February. The attack happened at about 23:00 GMT, police said. Updates on this story and more from Warwickshire

Summary: Five men have been arrested after a man had part of his ear bitten off.


Hanagan, 36, was announced as Sheikh Hamdan's first-choice rider in 2012 after the retirement of Richard Hills. The alliance came to an end with two rides at Wolverhampton on Friday. "Sheikh Hamdan is a true gentleman," said the Warrington-born jockey. "It's been a privilege to ride for him." Hanagan was crowned champion jockey in 2010 and 2011 before he was appointed by Sheikh Hamdan, a member of Dubai's ruling family. "It is too early to say what my plans are for the future, but I will continue to work as hard as ever," said the jockey. Hanagan is close friends with Freddy Tylicki, 30, who was paralysed from the waist down following a four-horse pile-up at Kempton on 31 October. "I am sure that I speak for everyone when I say that we are all praying for him," said Hanagan.

Summary: Two-time champion Flat jockey Paul Hanagan says he is disappointed his four-year partnership with owner Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum has come to an end.


It follows a seven month covert operation by South Wales Police and the Czech Police Organised Crime Unit. The man, from Llanishen, has been released on police bail while further investigations take place. Det Insp Tudor Thomas said the joint operation was the first of its kind in south Wales. He said: "The exploitation of vulnerable people within Wales will be given the highest priority by South Wales Police [and] our partners. "Today's arrest demonstrates the international commitment to tackle modern slavery and protect people from harm." The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), National Crime Agency and Bawso were also involved. Welsh Government anti-slavery co-ordinator Stephen Chapman said: "Slavery is a global problem. "Our aim is to make Wales hostile to slavery and to provide the best possible support to survivors."

Summary: A 43-year-old man from Cardiff has been arrested following an investigation into "modern slavery" in the city.


Miss O'Callaghan, 22, from Swindon, disappeared after leaving the town's Suju nightclub on 19 March following a night out with friends. Her body was found near Uffington, Oxfordshire, on Thursday last week. Christopher Halliwell, 47, of Swindon, has been charged with her murder. The inquest was opened and adjourned at Oxford Coroner's Court. A Home Office forensic pathologist is still working to confirm a precise cause of death while Wiltshire Police continue to examine the remains of a second woman discovered in Gloucestershire. Coroner Nicholas Gardiner said: "I think the actual cause of death has not yet been defined but is likely to be head injuries of some description." Miss O'Callaghan's body was formally identified by Pete Shawe, the partner of her mother Elaine. Mr Halliwell, a taxi driver from Ashbury Avenue, Swindon, has been remanded in custody to appear via video link at Bristol Crown Court on 8 April.

Summary: Sian O'Callaghan is likely to have died of head injuries, an inquest has been told.


Evans, 21, was appointed captain in November and has made over 100 appearances for his hometown club. Iffy Allen, Khaellem Bailey-Nichols, Anthony Barry, Shwan Jalal, Izale McLeod, Callum Powell, Martin Riley, Jordan White will also leave the club. Meanwhile, Curtis Tilt, Hamza Bencherif and John Rooney all wish to leave. The trio have all spent time away from the Racecourse Ground on loan this season with Tilt joining Forest Green Rovers, Bencherif linking up with former manager Gary Mills at York City while Rooney joined Guiseley. "To the players leaving, we offer our thanks for their service this season and in previous years. We hope all are quickly fixed up with new clubs and that our paths cross again," the club said. The Dragons also want to extend the stay of defender James Jennings, who joined the club on loan from Cheltenham Town in January.

Summary: Wrexham have released nine players including captain Rob Evans following the end of their 2016-17 National League season.


Vavra directed more than 50 films from the 1930s onwards, including 12 during the Nazi occupation of his country. Golden Queen, winner of top prize at the 1965 San Sebastian film festival, and 1967's Romance for Bugle, are considered to be among his best works. In the 1950s he helped to set up Prague's Famu film school. Forman, who won two best director Oscars - in 1976, for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and in 1985, for Amadeus - was among his students there. Vavra also taught Jiri Menzel who directed films including Closely Observed Trains, winner of the best foreign language film Oscar in 1968. FAMU dean Pavel Jech hailed Vavra as "one of the most significant people in the history of Czech cinema and the teacher of the most important Czech film generation". But Vavra's critics complained his films followed Communist ideology too closely.

Summary: Czech director and teacher Otakar Vavra, whose students included One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest director Milos Forman, has died in Prague aged 100.


It relates to spending on the May 2016 Northern Ireland Assembly election. The return included payments of £49,200 which should not have been attributed to party spend, but as individual candidate expenditure. The commission accepted that payments were properly reported by candidates and were duplicated in party returns. The return was also missing two payments to the value of £400 which should have been reported. The DUP says it has reviewed its procedures to prevent a recurrence of the errors. The party has paid the fine.

Summary: The Democratic Unionist Party has been fined £4,000 by the Electoral Commission for an inaccurate spending return.


It was focused on under-explored areas of the UK continental shelf (UKCS) - the first so-called Frontier licensing round in more than 20 years. The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) said 29 applications had been received from 24 companies. OGA chief executive Andy Samuel said: "Despite the difficult climate, industry has responded strongly." He explained: "This confirms the high remaining potential in the UKCS frontier areas. "Long-standing investors continue to seek new acreage and we also welcome the arrival of new entrants." The upcoming round will cover mature areas of the UKCS.

Summary: The oil and gas industry has responded "strongly" to the latest offshore licensing round.


The 64-year-old woman has been named locally as Teresa McDonagh. It is believed she died after being attacked by two Bullmastiff dogs at a family member's home on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene but the woman was pronounced dead after efforts to resuscitate her failed. Irish national broadcaster RTÃ‰ reports that nobody was home when the victim arrived at the property at lunchtime. Emergency services were only alerted after the occupants returned to the home at 15:00 local time and discovered Mrs McDonagh. Her body has been taken to University Hospital Galway, where a post-mortem examination will take place. Bullmastiffs are listed in Ireland's 1998 Control of Dogs Act, which means they must be securely muzzled in public, but there are no restrictions on them on private property. The dogs involved in the attack were later put down.

Summary: Police in Ireland have described the death of a woman in County Galway as a tragic incident.


The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said the fire at Clark Street, Paisley, had broken out at about 19:20 on Saturday. Nine appliances were sent to the scene and firefighters used water and foam to douse the flames. The fire produced a large amount smoke, but there were no reports of any injuries. One fire appliance remained at the scene on Sunday morning. A fire service spokeswoman said: "Scottish Fire and Rescue Service crews used water and foam to tackle the flames. "Firefighters are dampening down and removing debris from the scene."

Summary: More than 50 firefighters were called to tackle a large blaze at a construction yard near Glasgow Airport.


Richard Wood died on 16 February following the crash in on A4113 Bridge Street in Knighton. His family said he liked to go for his "constitutional" walk from his care home to a bench he liked to sit on or to get a newspaper. They said he was "a regular figure on that route... waving to the folk who knew him and with a word for everyone". Mr Wood moved to the area in the early 1970s and was a keen photographer and painter of the surrounding countryside. In a tribute, his family said: "Anyone who knew him will miss his knowledge of music, the arts, history and current affairs. "Renowned for his cheery, gentlemanly and optimistic nature, he will be sadly missed by his family, friends and the many people in the community who knew him."

Summary: A 97-year-old man who died after being hit by a car in Powys was "out on his daily constitutional stroll".


Shipped to Southampton, the train is part of the Â£7.5bn modernisation of the Great Western railway line. It will be used as a test train by staff on the rail network from April. The 122 trains, which are longer and faster than those currently in service, are expected to start carrying passengers in 2017. Produced by Hitachi for the Intercity Express Programme, the trains will be used on Great Western and East Coast lines. They are capable of running at up to 140mph (225kmph). Of the trains ordered, 12 are being manufactured in Kudamatsu City and shipped over. The remaining 110 will be constructed in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham.

Summary: The first "Super Express" train, that will replace ageing trains in the UK, has arrived from Japan.


The Osprey, 26, has undergone surgery on the foot he injured in Wales' final warm-up game with Italy in Cardiff. Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is also unlikely to play in the Six Nations after his knee injury in the same game. "At this stage, Rhys is looking at a six to eight month period out of action," said Ospreys medical performance manager Chris Towers. "Rhys sustained a significant foot ligament injury that required surgical stabilisation. "He has had the surgery and will be non-weight bearing for six weeks and will then wear a protective boot for a further four to six weeks. "Only after that will we be in a position to progress his rehab." Webb left the field at the Millennium Stadium on a stretcher during the first half against Italy after his leg was caught in a ruck.

Summary: Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb is set to miss the Six Nations with the injury that ended his Rugby World Cup hopes.


The incident happened on Alfred Street near its junction with Sussex Place shortly before 02:00 BST on Sunday. The victim, who is in his 30s, was taken to hospital for treatment to a deep cut to his face. The suspect, who is described as being about 5'8" (172cm) tall and of stocky build, made off towards Ormeau Avenue. Police have appealed for anyone who was in the area at the time of the attack to contact them on the non-emergency number 101.

Summary: A man has been stabbed in the face in an attack in Belfast city centre.


In a statement, the Royal Surrey County Hospital said the merger with Ashford & St Peter's would not offer the best financial stability. In March the merger was put on hold after both trusts spoke of "significant" pressures on the NHS. The Royal Surrey board said a review had concluded a merger would not offer the trust the "greatest opportunity". The board of Ashford and St Peter's said it had accepted the merger would not now proceed. In a joint statement both trusts said: "Both organisations are committed to continuing to work together... building on the positive relationships that we have developed over recent years."

Summary: The planned merger of two hospitals will not now go ahead, the NHS trusts have announced.


The man was diving for scallops between the islands of Stronsay and Eday when he failed to return to his boat on time. The alarm was raised just after 14:00 and shipping in the area was asked to assist in the search. The offshore support vessel Olympic Challenger - which was in the area - located the man and took him on board. The condition of the diver was not initially known. It was understood he was taken to hospital in Kirkwall.

Summary: A diver has been rescued from the sea off Orkney after a brief search operation.


Ryan McInally, 30, of Monikie in Angus, committed the offence at a house in the Borders between December 2013 and January 2014. At Selkirk Sheriff Court, he was ordered to carry out 200 hours unpaid work. He also had his name put on the sex offenders register for three years. He was supported in court by his partner who is the mother of his two children. Defence lawyer Robert More said: "His partner deserves enormous credit for the way she has stuck with him in difficult circumstances. "The offence was admitted to her shortly after he was arrested. "They have rebuilt their relationship." He added: "He is a man of high intelligence but was extremely foolish on this particular occasion."

Summary: A former Borders secondary school teacher who admitted breaching a position of trust by having sex with a female pupil has been sentenced.


The 30-year-old scored 259 runs in six appearances for the Oval side in 2016, including three half-centuries. Finch will be available for the whole competition and will feature in first-class cricket when Kumar Sangakkara plays in the Caribbean Premier League. "Aaron remains one of the most destructive batsman in world cricket," director of cricket Alec Stewart said. Finch, who is currently representing Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League in Australia, also played four County Championship matches for Surrey last season. He made 292 runs at an average of 48.66 in first-class cricket, hitting one century and two fifties. The Victoria-born right-hander has played 77 one-day internationals and 28 T20 games for Australia.

Summary: Surrey have re-signed Australia opening batsman Aaron Finch for next summer's T20 Blast.


United took the lead on 29 minutes when Caolan Lavery seized on a mix-up in the Swindon defence to slot home. And he turned provider six minutes later as his driven cross was smashed in from close range by Kieron Freeman. Top-scorer Billy Sharp almost made it 3-0 but narrowly failed to get on the end of Jack O'Connell's teasing centre. Charlie Colkett reduced the deficit within a minute of the re-start with a long-range shot and United were stunned seven minutes later when Ben Gladwin rifled home an equaliser from the edge of the penalty area. Swindon's joy was short-lived as the Blades retook the lead on 58 minutes through Jay O'Shea's close-range strike after more poor defending from the hosts. Paul Coutts sealed the win in stoppage-time from the penalty spot after Samir Carruthers had been fouled by Colkett. Match report supplied by the Press Association.

Summary: Sheffield United strengthened their position at the top of League One with victory over relegation-haunted Swindon at the County Ground.


Lee Fowler's close-range finish and a penalty from Connor Jennings gave Wrexham a commanding 2-0 half-time advantage. Kayden Jackson hit the post as Wrexham continued to press after the break but were unable to add to their lead. Wrexham are now sixth in the table and only behind Gateshead, in the final play-off spot, by two points. Manager Gary Mills told BBC Radio Wales: "We've played well today and in the second half I thought we were outsanding. "It was an excellent performance. It's never easy coming here, we know that, and I think it's the first time I've won here actually and it feels good."

Summary: Wrexham beat Welling to move within touching distance of the National League play-offs.


The biker was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision on the northbound carriageway of the A50 in Lockington at 08:55 GMT on Sunday. The A50, between junctions 24A and 24 of the M1, and Church Street, Lockington, were closed for several hours while officers carried out inquiries at the scene. No other vehicles were involved in the crash, Leicestershire Police confirmed. Anyone with any information about the crash is asked to contact the force.

Summary: A motorcyclist has died after a crash on a Leicestershire dual carriageway.


Smith, 22, joined Millwall from Folkestone in August 2016, having also played for Sevenoaks and Sittingbourne. He scored six times in 12 appearances last season, including a 31-minute hat-trick in the FA Cup against Braintree. Town's other summer arrivals include Chris Robertson, James Dunne, Paul Mullin, Ben Purkiss, Olly Lancashire, Amine Linganzi and Chris Hussey. Media playback is not supported on this device Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Swindon Town have signed striker Harry Smith from Millwall on a season-long loan deal.


Glynis Breakwell has written more than 20 books as a social psychologist and joined the university in 2001. In September, Bath was named as university of the year by the Sunday Times newspaper. "I want to share this recognition with everyone who has made it possible and to thank them," she said. Lord Tugendhat, university chancellor, said: "Professor Breakwell richly deserves this honour." He added her "energy and determination" helped the university become successful over the past 10 years. Peter Troughton, chair of the university's council, added "Her confident leadership has had a profound effect on the performance of the university academically and financially." Elsewhere in Somerset, the co-founder of Yeo Valley Organics, Mary Mead, has been appointed an OBE for services to sustainable dairy farming. Giles Clarke, the chair of the England and Wales Cricket board, who lives in Wrington, will become a CBE.

Summary: The vice-chancellor of the University of Bath has been made a Dame in the New Year Honours list for her services to higher education.


Deanna Lynn Greer, 37, and John David Cain, 26 were arrested after allegedly handing their baby to an undercover officer in return for the money. They appeared in court on Monday and are being held on charges of aggravated child abuse. The Greene County Sherriff's Office had been alerted to the advert on the online marketplace by another couple. Sheriff Pat Hankins said the undercover officer then contacted the couple and arranged to meet them outside a discount supermarket, where the exchange was made. "Can you believe this? We bought a baby. It makes my heart drop," the shocked officer told the Greenville Sun newspaper. Mr Hankins says the child is in state custody.

Summary: A Tennessee couple has been accused of trying to sell a five-month-old baby for $3,000 (Â£2,388) on Craigslist.


Roger Pion crushed the county sheriff's cruisers on Thursday before making his getaway on the farm vehicle. The 34-year-old was stopped by police in Newport city, northern Vermont, not far from the crime scene. Sheriff's deputies were unaware of the destruction in their department car park until a resident called 911. Orleans County Sheriff Kirk Martin said they were initially unable to give chase as their cars had been wrecked. No-one was injured in the incident. Rene Morris, who saw the crash, told a local news station: "I felt like I was in a monster jam rally or something. "I just couldn't believe it, just backing up going over it, turns around makes his way to the other vehicles smashes those up." Mr Pion was detained last month accused of resisting arrest and marijuana possession, said police. He was in custody on Thursday evening, facing a number of additional charges.

Summary: A farmer in the US state of Vermont who was facing a minor drugs charge is now in more serious trouble after driving a tractor over seven police cars.


The 28-year-old joined them from Welsh Pro12 rivals Scarlets in September 2012 amid a back-row injury crisis. He has since made more than 100 Dragons appearances, earning a reputation as a dogged performer. "I see a bright future for the Dragons with the number of talented youngsters coming through to play for the region," said Cudd. Dragons head coach Kingsley Jones, a former Wales open-side, said: "Nic has always been one of the most relentless and committed players in the squad who exudes humility and respect to all he associates with, hence it's no wonder why he is a fan favourite and so well-respected by his peers and opposing teams."

Summary: Flanker Nic Cudd has signed a new deal to keep him at Newport Gwent Dragons until 2019.


Selkorinn Choir sang in wind and rain on Thursday outside a window of the ward where Groa Petursdottir is a patient at Raigmore Hospital. She missed four of the group's performances in Scotland after falling ill. In a tweet, the embassy said: "#Icelanders are compassionate people." Staff at the hospital kept the arrangements of the hospital gig a secret from her. Patients from other wards, including the children's ward, were also able to watch the performance from their windows. The choir had to leave for home after completing its Scottish tour without Ms Petursdottir. She said of their surprise performance: "It was very nice of them and a lovely surprise. I was very moved."

Summary: Iceland's UK embassy has praised an Icelandic choir's surprise gig outside a hospital in Inverness where one its members is a patient.


The company said it needed fewer staff now that it has completed the move to a new contact handling system. A source said it was confident that it would achieve the target through a voluntary redundancy scheme. The job cuts are from a customer service workforce of 1,800, spread across five sites, three of them in Glasgow and Hamilton. A company source said: "We have started discussions with the unions and employee representatives, and there will be opportunities for around 200 people to leave the retail business over the course of 2017. "We have always managed major change programmes through voluntary means. Indeed, should we receive too many applications for voluntary redundancy, then we will have to prioritise according to operational requirements. "Our last similar programme was oversubscribed. This follows the implementation of our new customer service system, which is now fully embedded."

Summary: ScottishPower is shedding 200 jobs from its customer service departments in Scotland and southern England.


The incidents were said to have happened during the 4-0 win over Paris St-Germain which saw them reach the Universal Cup semi-finals. "There was alleged incidents of racism from certain 'people' in the stands towards Milan's black players," said a statement on the club website. Milan beat Benfica to reach the final. The Milan statement continued: "We do not wish to magnify the issue, but truly hope that these reports aren't true or that it was simply a sporadic incident. "If they were to be confirmed, then it would be simply unacceptable." Chelsea, Ajax, Inter Milan, Roma and Juventus are among the other teams taking part in the tournament in northern Tuscany. The organisers have been contacted by BBC Sport, but have yet to respond. They have posted an anti-racism video message on their Facebook page since the alleged incidents took place.

Summary: Black players from AC Milan's under-10 team allegedly suffered racist abuse at a tournament in Italy on Sunday, say the club.


The 21-year-old leaves IFK Norrkoping, and has agreed a three-year deal, with the option of a further 12 months. "It began very statistically based and then, the more we saw him play, the more we liked what we saw," head coach Lee Johnson told the club website. "We couldn't turn down this opportunity to sign him. He can be very special." Meanwhile, BBC Radio Bristol report that Swedish striker Gustav Engvall is set to leave the Ashton Gate club for a second loan spell, rejoining Djurgardens. Eliasson has been capped at various youth levels for Sweden, linking up with Engvall in the Under-21 European Championships in Poland this year. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Championship club Bristol City have signed Sweden Under-21 winger Niclas Eliasson for an undisclosed fee, reported to be in the region of £1.8m.


Bradford Council invited people to submit "commercially-viable" ideas to save the Bradford Odeon. Bradford Live successfully appealed for a music venue, after the council bought the building for £1 in 2013. However the money has not been secured for the redevelopment and large public sector funding or lottery grants will be needed. Bradford Live hope to restore the Odeon's original auditorium to hold up to 4,000 people and put on up to 200 events each year. The landmark venue, which hosted acts such as Tom Jones and The Rolling Stones, has been derelict since closing in 2000. It was then acquired by the regional development agency Yorkshire Forward who proposed the redevelopment of the site. With the abolition of Yorkshire Forward in 2012 the Homes and Communities Agency took over the site and then sold it to Bradford Council.

Summary: An £18m scheme to turn a former cinema and concert hall into a live music venue has been approved.


Police and army explosives experts cordoned off part of Albert Street on Friday evening. Paul Markie has since appeared at Dundee Sheriff Court charged with possessing a pistol, a rifle and seven kinds of ammunition. The 54-year-old made no plea or declaration and the case was continued. Markie faces nine charges in total, which allege he possessed firearms and ammunition at his home address on Albert Street, the Dighty Burn at Baldovie Road, and at the West Pitkerro Industrial Estate. He is charged with having a Smith and Wesson 9mm Luger pistol and an Enfield Bolt, from an Enfield type bolt action rifle on April 16 and 17. He also faces six charges of having ammunition designed or adapted to expand on impact. Markie, of Dundee, was remanded in custody until a further hearing next week.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with a succession of firearms offences after a bomb squad was deployed to a Dundee street.


The move will see Stormers player Kleyn link up with his former defence coach at the province, Jacques Nienaber, who has joined Munster's backroom team. Munster's new director of rugby, South African Rassie Erasmus, said Kleyn, 22, is a "hugely exciting prospect". "I've seen his development first hand and with Jacques' extensive knowledge of him we are all up to speed on how Jean can contribute," said Erasmus. "A naturally athletic player we believe he will add further value to the pack and we look forward to welcoming him to Munster." Kleyn, who is 6ft 8in, made his debut for Western Province in 2012 before beginning his Stormers career two years ago. The lock has made 17 appearances for the Stormers in addition to playing 22 times for Western Province.

Summary: Munster have signed South African lock Jean Kleyn on a three-year contract.


Officers said the trio caused "significant damage" to the building during the incident at a farm in Town Yetholm, near Kelso. They made off with the metal safe, which contained about Â£20, after removing it from a concrete slab at around 02:00 on Thursday. PC Suzanne Hall said the actions of the three men were "disgraceful". "As well as the box being taken which contained approximately Â£20, a substantial amount of damage has been caused to the shed and the actions of those responsible is disgraceful," she said. "Anyone who may have seen suspicious behaviour in the area between these times is asked to get in touch as soon as possible." The men were all of average build and they were wearing dark clothing. One man had a distinctive number three on the back of his top.

Summary: Police are hunting for a gang of men who managed to pull down a farm shed as they ripped out an honesty box.


The 27-year-old man's body was found at an address on Bottom Boat Road, Stanley, at about 09:35 GMT on Thursday. West Yorkshire Police said he had "suffered serious stab injuries". Appealing for information, Det Supt Elizabeth Belton, of West Yorkshire Police, said: "This is a very serious incident which is now being treated as a murder enquiry." She added: "A forensic post-mortem [examination] will take place to determine the exact cause of death but it is apparent the victim suffered stab injuries some time before he was found."

Summary: A man has been found stabbed to death at a house in Wakefield.


Bu farw Mark Golubovic, 32 oed, wedi i'w gar daro'n erbyn cerbyd nwyddau trwm, oedd yn teithio i'r cyfeiriad arall ar Ffordd Llanari tua 08:30. Cafodd mam Mr Golubovic, Irene, oedd yn teithio yn y car, hefyd ei hanafu'n ddifrifol ac mae'n cael triniaeth yn Ysbyty Athrofaol Cymru yng Nghaerdydd. Mewn datganiad, dywedodd ei deulu: "Mae hyn yn dorcalon i'r teulu cyfan, ac rydym yn ceisio dod i dermau a'r drychineb sydd wedi dwyn Mark oddi wrthon ni. "Roedd Mark yn dad a mab cariadus, ac yn ffrind i lawer. "Mae'n meddyliau gyda ei fam, Irene, sydd yn yr uned gofal dwys yn yr Ysbyty Athrofaol." Mae Heddlu'r De yn parhau i ymchwilio i achos y gwrthrawiad, ac mae unrhyw dystion sydd ddim eto wedi siarad â'r heddlu yn cael eu hannog i gysylltu drwy ffonio 101, a dyfynu'r cyfeirnod 1700171795.

Summary: Mae teulu dyn gafodd ei ladd mewn gwrthdrawiad yn Llanhari fore Sadwrn wedi rhoi teyrnged iddo.


Shea came through the north London club's academy, but left the Gunners last summer after failing to make a senior appearance. The 23-year-old, who had a loan spell at Dagenham in 2011, spent last season with Ryman League Premier Division side Harrow Borough. The Dons have not disclosed the length of Shea's contract. "James has been brought in to compete with Ross Worner for the number one jersey," Dons boss Neal Ardley told the club website. "We had him in for training three or four times last season. He played in a behind closed doors match for us and really impressed. "James won the Player of the Year award last season at Harrow and four or five clubs tried to get him in on trial." Meanwhile, Wimbledon have also signed Basingstoke Town's 20-year-old keeper Joe McDonnell, who will join the club's development squad.

Summary: League Two side AFC Wimbledon have signed former Arsenal goalkeeper James Shea on a free transfer.


Some opened early to allow those with the condition to shop in an environment with lower lighting and no in-store music. Stores offered personal shopping sessions and some offered sensory rooms. The organisers, autism charity Sparkle Sheffield, said it was understood to be the first such event in the UK. Major chains such as John Lewis, Marks and Spencer, Debenhams, Primark and Starbucks joined the initiative from 07:30 BST to 10:00 as part of World Autism Awareness Week. Myra, who has a son with autism, said that shopping with her boy can be a "belittling" experience. She said: "The judgmental stares... assuming that a child is naughty. "It's about a child having sensory overload. The mum's already in panic mode trying to get that child to calm down."

Summary: Fifteen stores in Sheffield city centre have provided special shopping sessions for people with autism.


Cafodd James Corfield ei weld ddiwethaf ym Mar yr Aelodau ar y maes nos Lun. Dywedodd yr heddlu eu bod yn parhau i geisio chwilio am James. Mae tîm Achub Mynydd Bannau Brycheiniog wedi cadarnhau y byddan nhw'n chwilio afonydd cyfagos ddydd Mercher, ac maen nhw'n rhybuddio pobl i beidio â cheisio chwilio afonydd ar ben eu hunain. Mewn neges ar wefan Twitter nos Fawrth, fe ddwedon nhw eu bod 'dal yn bryderus' amdano, gan apelio ar i unrhyw un sydd â gwybodaeth i gysylltu â nhw drwy ffonio 101. Yn gynharach ddydd Mawrth, cafodd cyhoeddiad ei wneud amdano ar lwyfan y Clybiau Ffermwyr Ifanc. Mae Clwb Ffermwyr Ifanc Maldwyn a theulu James hefyd wedi apelio am wybodaeth ar eu tudalennau Facebook.

Summary: Mae Heddlu Dyfed Powys yn dweud eu bod yn bryderus am lanc 19 oed sydd ar goll o'r Sioe Frenhinol yn Llanelwedd.


The 26-year-old Ghana international missed last weekend's 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth with an ankle injury. The former Marseille forward had a scan in France and has been diagoned with a strain, as Swansea expected. The Swans are hopeful that the eight goal forward will be able to return for their Premier League trip to Stoke on April 2. Winger Modou Barrow replaced Ayew in the Swans' starting side and scored his first league goal for the club to draw the Welsh side level in the first half. Curtis was delighted with the Gambian's contribution. "I thought he (Barrow) was superb," Curtis continued. "He was probably the most dangerous player on the park. "With his first goal for the club, that will give him confidence. "He should he was worthy of the start. He was excellent." Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Striker Andre Ayew will miss Swansea City's game at home to Premier League bottom club Aston Villa, on Saturday.


Dean Haverley sustained fatal injuries in the George Inn in Burnham, near Slough, on Saturday morning and later died in hospital. The 48-year-old was described as "well liked" and a "family man" by his friends. No-one has been arrested and police are appealing for witnesses to the assault, a police cordon is in operation. Friend Colin Munt said: "It's shocking to hear what happened last night and that this happy-go-lucky top bloke, and good friend, is no longer with us. I still can't believe it." Police were called to the George Inn just after midnight. Detective Chief Inspector Simon Steel: "My appeal is to anyone who was in The George Inn public house around midnight who witnessed the assault or has any information regarding the incident to contact police immediately."

Summary: A murder investigation is under way after a man died in a pub brawl on Saturday morning.


Mitch Claydon (4-35) dismissed Gloucestershire's top-scorer Chris Dent (67) before three quick wickets left the away side on 115-8. David Payne (20) and Chris Liddle added valuable runs, but Kent extended their first-innings lead of 149 through Joe Weatherley's 34 and Joe Denly's 59. Kent finished day two with a commanding lead of 267 runs and six wickets left. Gloucestershire began the day on 9-1, but their batting effort was undermined by the loss of regular wickets, with James Harris (3-42) continuing his impressive debut and Darren Stevens taking 2-42. After the early loss of Daniel Bell-Drummond to Liam Norwell (2-38), Kent progressed steadily and although they lost Weatherley, Denly and captain Sam Northeast, they hold the upper hand with six second-innings wickets remaining.

Summary: Kent's bowlers put in a strong performance on day two to take control of their match against Gloucestershire.


The teenager was hit by a van while she was walking near the Merrions Close turning on Birmingham Road on Wednesday morning. West Midlands Police said Zoe, a pupil of Q3 Academy in Great Barr, was taken to hospital but died soon afterwards. Her mother Jo Corbett, from Malvern, confirmed Zoe was the second child she had lost in recent years. Her son, Max Corbett-Gardener, died aged four in 2013 from complications associated with severe epilepsy. A 42-year-old man from Walsall was arrested at the scene of the accident on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on bail. PC Julie Lyman, from West Midlands Police's collisions investigations unit, said inquiries were ongoing and officers were supporting Ms Shapiro's family. More on this story and other Birmingham and Black Country news

Summary: A 17-year-old girl who died in a crash in Walsall has been named as Zoe Shapiro.


The 81 people were on a boat which was unable to leave the structure's upper gondola when a hydraulic gate failed to open. Scottish Canals said those affected were either given refunds or booked onto a later sailing. The wheel is a rotating boat lift which links the Forth & Clyde Canal to the Union Canal 35m (115ft) above. It is Scotland's busiest tourist attraction outside a city centre. The wheel opened as part of the Millennium Link, an Â£84.5m project that restored Scotland's inland waterways to a navigable state for the first time since the 1960s. A Â£1m programme to revamp visitor attractions at the wheel was announced in March.

Summary: Passengers were led to safety from the Falkirk Wheel after it became stuck for about 30 minutes on Sunday.


The vehicles, worth an estimated Â£500,000, were taken from locations across Northern Ireland. The thefts happened between May 2016 and February 2017. Algimantas Scipouas, from Dunlade Road in Greysteel, appeared in Newry Magistrates' Court on Saturday. The charges relate to the theft of a Range Rover, a Mercedes, an Audi Q7 Jeep and 26 Audi cars. A police officer told the court that technology had been used to clone keys which were then used in the thefts. Speaking through an interpreter Scipouas confirmed he understood the charges against him. No application was made for bail. He was remanded in custody and is due to appear in court again by video-link next month.

Summary: A 29-year-old Lithuanian man has appeared in court over the theft of a number of high-value vehicles.


AOL chief executive Tim Armstrong confirmed the move on his personal Twitter account ahead of a planned publicity campaign. The tweet read: "Billion+ Consumers, 20+ Brands, Unstoppable Team. #TakeTheOath. Summer 2017." However, the new name is already being ridiculed online, with one site saying, "At least it's better than Tronc." Tronc, formerly known as Tribune Publishing, is a US company which owns the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune and other newspaper titles. Verizon is buying Yahoo's internet business for about $4.8bn (Â£3.6bn) in cash. The deal is expected to close in the current quarter. The remaining parts of Yahoo, which includes its 15% stake in Alibaba and Yahoo Japan, will be called Altaba.

Summary: Verizon plans to combine AOL and Yahoo into a new company called Oath, after completing the acquisition of Yahoo.


Britain were beaten semi-finalists in this year's competition, losing 3-2 to Argentina in Glasgow last week. Leon Smith's team were bidding for back-to-back titles after ending their 79-year wait for the trophy in 2015. The fixture on 3-5 February could feature a meeting between British world number two Andy Murray and Canada's world number six Milos Raonic. Murray beat Raonic in this Wimbledon year's final to win his third Grand Slam title. Britain and Canada have faced each other only once before in the Davis Cup - in Bournemouth in 1967 - as a host team comprising Mike Sangster, Roger Taylor and Bobby Wilson won 4-1. There are 16 nations in round one of the Davis Cup World Group, with Britain seeded third. Among the other ties, Novak Djokovic's Serbia take on Russia, while 2016 finalists Croatia will face Spain.

Summary: Great Britain have been drawn away to Canada in the first round of the 2017 Davis Cup World Group in February.