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"Like Tommy Fury, alcohol ruined my relationships - I only cared about myself"

A woman who drank up to two bottles of vodka a day says alcohol made her "incapable" of having a relationship or being a good partner - like Love Island star Tommy Fury. 

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Dame Joan Plowright has died aged 95, her family has announced

British actress Dame Joan Plowright has died at the age of 95, her family has announced.

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GWR announces no trains over the weekend to London Paddington from Reading

There will be no trains from London Paddington to Reading on Sunday, January 25 until 11.30 am.

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Police release statement after suspension of chief constable Jason Hogg

The Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police Jason Hogg has been suspended from his role while an independent investigation is carried out.

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Holyport boy, 12, to make big screen debut alongside Tom Hanks

A 12-year-old boy from Holyport is set to make his big screen debut alongside Tom Hanks

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Plans to turn gym into takeaway kitchen return after council refused permission

Plans to turn a gym into a kitchen lead this week’s roundup of planning applications and decisions at Slough Borough Council

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Planned 25 per cent council tax rise to be debated by councillors at RBWM

Councillors in Windsor and Maidenhead will get their first chance to debate a proposed 25 per cent council tax hike next week

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In the Dock: The latest cases from Reading Magistrates' Court

In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court

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Watchdog calls for ticketless rail users to get 'yellow card' for first offences

A watchdog believes train passengers without tickets should be given a warning for their first offence and only face consequences after the second time.

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Anne Nolan pays tribute to 'wonderful sister' Linda following death aged 65

Anne Nolan has shared a tribute on Instagram following the news of her sister Linda's death, following a long battle with cancer.

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DWP Universal Credit warning to claimants planning a holiday this year

Failing to alert the DWP of key changes to your circumstances could lead to Universal Credit claimants losing their benefits

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Sir David Jason once nearly quit Only Fools and Horses mid series

Star of Only Fools and Horses, Sir David confessed that he once nearly quit the show before the series ended.

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Serious warning from major retailers about price rises ahead

Britain's biggest shop owners have issued a serious warning that they will be forced to sharply increase prices this year

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How to spot the Royal Mint's rarest 50p coin selling for more than £100

The King Charles III Atlantic Salmon 50p sparked a mini bidding war amid coin collectors on eBay this week

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Social tariffs that millions are eligible for - how to apply today

Social tariffs are cheaper broadband, phone and water deals for people claiming benefits, highlighted by Martin Lewis. Here's who is eligible and how to apply

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Fate of council’s troubled firm housing dozens of homeless families to be decided

The fate of Slough Borough Council’s troubled housing company James Elliman Homes is set to be decided in April

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Chief constable is suspended over 'professional standards breaches'

The chief constable of Thames Valley Police has been suspended for alleged "professional standards breaches".

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Fatalities set to rise as cold health alert issued for South East

A yellow cold health alert (cold weather response) has been issued for the South East with an expected rise in fatalities.

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Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan has died aged 46, his management has said

Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan has died aged 46, his management has said in an Instagram post.

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Three men charged with ATM thefts over the course of a year

Following a Thames Valley Police led investigation, working in conjunction with Avon and Somerset Police, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and Gloucestershire Constabulary, three men have been charged in connection with ATM thefts across the UK.