This lopsided Stoke-on-Trent roundabout to shut for overhaul after 11-month waitIt's not in a good wayView 2 Images The mini-roundabout is finally being fixedHighways crews are to totally shut off a sorry-looking mini-roundabout as a full overhaul is set to take place. ‌Ward councillor Lorraine Beardmore says she has spent 11 months chasing up Stoke-on-Trent City Council for updates on just when it will be fixed. ‌View 2 Images The junction will be shut‌Councillor Beardmore wrote on Facebook: "The mini roundabout is finally being resurfaced! I first reported potholes on this roundabout in March of last year and have spent the last 11 months chasing the repairs! "Signs have finally gone up today to say that the roundabout will be fully resurfaced."

Forgotten absence can give Liverpool last laugh and end Arne Slot shortcomingLiverpool take on Nottingham Forest this weekend and they can call upon a player who missed out at Anfield back in NovemberView Image Liverpool head coach Arne Slot (Image: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)It became a running joke that swept through the online Liverpool fanbase for much of last season. ‌In those games, Wirtz has six goals and five assists, compared to no goals and three assists in the 16 games beforehand. ‌Wirtz's durability has also increased, with the Germany international having started every Premier League game since the Forest defeat and lasted the duration in five of the last six. "The good thing is that we, of course, know him because he worked last season in the Premier League as well. And with Slot still seeking his first win against Forest, that could make the difference for Liverpool.

School to reopen after parents buy leaseSt Clare's school in Porthcawl shut in December. St Clare's School in Porthcawl will be re-named Clare House School when it opens as a new not-for-profit independent school opening in September. The new Clare House School will initially open for children aged 3–11 (early years to year six) with 120 places. ‌View 3 Images Students on the last ever GCSE results day at St Clare's School, Porthcawl, in August 2025 (Image: St Clare's School)Ms Davis said she was looking forward to leading the new school. “I am delighted to be appointed executive head of Clare House School and to lead the school into its future," she said.

However, the move towards renewable energy also relies on an electricity grid that can safely and reliably deliver that power to homes and businesses across the country. That task is managed by EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity transmission system, which is also responsible for planning for the nation’s electricity future. Over the next five years, the organisation will develop and deliver 381 transmission infrastructure projects nationwide, in partnership with ESB Networks. Under PR6, major steps will also be taken towards building the offshore transmission grid. Currently in its next stage, EirGrid has prioritised further engagement with the public, fisheries and landowners to ensure that all stakeholders are part of the journey to delivering grid infrastructure.

Like other sections of the law in this country, misconduct in public office is largely open to interpretation. It is defined by the Crown Prosecution Service as the 'serious wilful abuse or neglect of the power or responsibilities of the public office held'. That is because there is no strict definition of who might hold a public office. Misconduct in public office carries a maximum punishment of a life sentence, but recent examples have seen much lesser terms handed out. While he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, investigators may use this opportunity to look at further allegations.

Formula One world champion Lando Norris has 'broken up with his supermodel girlfriend Magui Corceiro'. Norris responds with 'No', before appearing to say he is 'a single man', though the audio quality is poor. The clip was filmed as the drivers were posing for a photo op during pre-season testing in Bahrain this week. Only last December, Corceiro broke down in tears after watching Norris triumph to take the world championship. But the relationship appears to have come to an end, though neither party have yet confirmed the split on their official channels.

Kate Ferdinand has revealed she has been suffering with stress and anxiety while adapting to life in Dubai. Kate revealed she has decided to cut back on drinking and has switched up her exercise regime in a bid to reduce her stress. She wrote: 'Let's talk stress, high cortisol and the changes I'm making daily...'I haven't been a big drinker for some time (though I think I made up for it in my younger years!) The former reality star added she is taking her time with daily tasks, rather than getting swept up in rushing around after her children. The TV star added she has worked hard to get out of fight or flight mode to reduce her cortisol levels.

Lily Allen caught the eye in a vibrant orange extreme plunging blouse as she posed for photos at the Valentino Beauty bash at House Party Soho in London on Thursday. Lily kept the look casual wearing a pair of blue denim jeans and elevated her frame in a pair of black stilettos. Styling her dark tresses in a 60s beehive hairstyle, Lily completed her evening ensemble by toting her belongings in a black £16,525 Valentino handbag. Meanwhile influencer Haley Baylee, 33, wowed in a dramatic gold sequin maxi skirt and a sheer white bejewelled feather edged blouse. But a music industry insider has now said: 'There's now great excitement about Lily's unreleased album finally getting a release.

Brits have battled persistent rain over the past few weeks so it's perhaps unsurprising many are looking to escape the bad weather. Although there are several sunny destinations nearby in Europe, it appears people are happy to seek somewhere further away too. Flight searches for routes to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, have shot up 103 per cent, according to Kayak. The huge surge has been detected for travel between February and March, compared with the same period last year. Hanoi sees average temperatures of around 24°C in February and March - much warmer than the UK.

Darragh O’Brien says proposals from competition authority are “not Government policy”Darragh O’Brien, the transport minister, has rejected a proposal from the competition authority to remove barriers to Uber and Bolt fully entering the Irish taxi market. However in a statement, Minister O’Brien said the protection of the consumer and personal safety are vital objectives and must continue to be central to how the taxi sector is regulated and operated. He asked the CCPC, taxi drivers and passengers to make submissions to the review. “Most taxi drivers work in urban centres where demand is concentrated. Adrian Cummins, CEO of the restaurants’ association, said: “We all know that the current approach isn’t working – particularly at peak times, and for rural Ireland.

It came after a proposed settlement of a dispute with one of the company's executives was allegedly not proceeded with and the company’s original lawyers decided to "come off record". She claimed Mr Bohlin allegedly used the company human resources "to screen the girls from various illicit websites for suitability". As a result, the company's lawyers said they would no longer be able to represent HansaWorld. On Thursday, Mairéad McKenna SC, for the solicitors, said the relationship between her client and the company appeared to have broken down. The case now goes back to the normal court list to get a hearing date.

Misogynistic comments over female firefighters made by members of the public'Discriminatory attitudes have no place in our organisation or in the communities we serve'View 2 Images Humberside Fire & Rescue Service graduations drill in Summers past; the fire service has expressed concern over discriminatory comments by the public against its female firefighters (Image: HullLive/Donna Clifford)Members of the public have made discriminatory comments over female firefighters to Humberside Fire & Rescue Service during a recent consultation. But contained within the report on the precept consultation is detail about discriminatory comments made against women, questioning the competence of female firefighters. ‌"A small but notable cluster of comments express discriminatory views about women in the fire service," the consultation report states. It is the first time such misogynistic sentiments have appeared in a Humberside Fire & Rescue Service precept consultation. Article continues belowThe precept consultation report states there was "a notable change in tone" with an increase in "emotionally charged or politically framed comments".

The episode will cause some – including some within the Government parties – to wonder how well attuned their Ministers are to potential political pitfalls. There are now close to 25,000 SNAs in Irish schools, up from around 16,000 in 2020, an increase of more than 50 per cent in five years. The Department of Education required a bailout of ¤567 million last year alone, with SNA staffing costs a significant contributory factor. The SNA system has grown to its current scale in a somewhat ad hoc fashion, and if demand continues to rise it must be managed in a more structured way. This week showed how swiftly the Irish political system can sometimes respond to public disquiet.

Man City's 'likely' 115 charges punishment emerges as Premier League handed huge warningManchester City have been charged with 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations, with the club and league still awaiting a judgmentView 2 Images Manchester City and Pep Guardiola are still awaiting a verdict from their ongoing legal battle with the Premier LeagueManchester City and their Premier League counterparts could be left in limbo for another year awaiting the verdict on the 115 charges levelled against the club. ‌The legal wrangle between City and the Premier League is yet to reach a conclusion despite the independent hearing having concluded. ‌City continue to assert their innocence, facing up to 130 potential breaches even though it's often referred to as 115 charges. Between 2009 and 2018, the club won three Premier League titles. The smart decision is, if I'm the chairman of the Premier League, let's leave it to the lawyers.

In fact, a kiwi fruit provides nearly twice as much vitamin C per 100g as an orange. Pairing kiwi fruit with dark chocolate as a snack an hour before bed can help you drop off quickly. Tamlin says Kiwi fruit could be a game-changer for improving mental and emotional well-being. Last year, a review of 75 studies showed that real relief from chronic constipation may come from foods, including kiwi fruit. Allergy to kiwi fruit has become more common since the 1980s, when it was first widely introduced to the Irish diet.