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Delays of more than 35 expected between the M25 and M40
Hello and welcome to this live blog. There are heavy delays along the M25 and M40 due to a broken-down lorry. Two lanes of the four between Junction 17 (M25) and Junction (M40)
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Controlled parking zones to be 'rolled out in areas that residents support'
Scrutiny panel members have stopped short of fully endorsing a plan to roll out controlled parking zones across Slough – but said it should be backed in ‘areas that get residents’ support’.
Dog owners warned they could face £2,000 fines over little known rule
Whether you've recently passed your test or have been driving for years, there are some rules in the Highway Code that many people don't even know exist
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Tesco is making a major change to Clubcards this year affecting millions of customers
Tesco has confirmed it is making a major change to its Clubcard scheme this year, making it available for under-18s.
Funding fears increase as further state visit announced for Windsor
A state visit by Nigeria’s president has been announced for Windsor Castle amid ongoing concern about the cost of hosting in the town by police.
Mother to be paid more than £2,000 over child 'missing nearly a term of education'
Slough Borough Council has been told to pay a mother £2,250 after her child with special educational needs missed almost a full year of school.
Doctor suspended for a year after tribunal finds repeated dishonesty
A doctor was handed a 12-month prison sentence after being convicted of using false instruments in 2007.
National Highways put ‘measures in place’ after fatal M4 crash, court told
National Highways put “measures in place” after a smart motorway system failed to warn drivers of a broken-down vehicle on the day of a fatal collision, a court has heard.
New build plans at oversubscribed Slough school amid 'urgent demolition'
The Westgate School in Cippenham secondary school has put forward plans for a major new building amid an "urgent demolition".
New pregnancy tracker launched in app by NHS healthcare trust
The Frimley NHS health trust covering Slough has launched a new pregnancy tracker that it hopes will empower people.
Councillor aiming to knock on every door in his ward
A Buckinghamshire councillor has said he aims to knock on every door in his ward of Burnham, Taplow and Dorney,
Councillor carries out pothole patrol after winter damage to roads
A councillor has taken matters into his own hands by logging potholes around his ward.
Plans move forward to replace cladding on fire-hit Slough flats
The replacement of flammable cladding at Slough Mosaic Apartments fire-hit flats has moved forward, nearly 18 months after a major blaze.
Twin brothers work for international company which has Slough headquarters
An international business which has its headquarters in Slough is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week.
Slough Pizza Hut branch that has 'outstanding service' gets new hygiene score
A frequently visited Pizza Hut outlet in Slough has received a new hygiene score.
Jail terms totalling over 50 years for HUGE drug dealing group
Multiple people have received heavy jail terms totalling up to 50 years after pleading and being found guilty of numerous drug crimes in the South East.
Planning round-up: Essential conservation works to take place at listed Bisham Abbey
These are the latest planning applications for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Government gives permission for council tax rise above limit amid 'perfect storm'
The Government has said it is giving the Royal Borough ‘flexibility’ to increase council tax by 7.5 per cent for the 2026/27 financial year – but the council’s lead member for finance has warned the authority is still facing a ‘perfect storm’.
Taxi fares set to rise across borough after unanimous support for increase
Councillors have unanimously voted in favour of an increase in daytime Hackney carriage fares in the Royal Borough – and further rises could be considered for larger taxis.
Woman launches fundraiser for 'gentle' cat hit by car in Slough
A fundraiser has been launched for a cat which was left in agony after being hit by a car in Slough.