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Former SNP health secretary Michael Matheson warns slashing NHS boards alone won't boost outcomes

Mr Matheson said expecting it to do so was ‘fool’s gold’

River 'foam' which saw animals die, is not linked to Brislington industrial fire

A number of animals died after a 'foam' incident following a major fire in Brislington

Yorkshire Water not doing enough, committee told

More needs to be done to urgently tackle sewage discharges into the region’s rivers, an East Riding Of Yorkshire Council meeting was told.

Peaky Blinders writer says new James Bond is cast - as Jack Lowden in the frame

Stephen Knight is also writing the new Bond film, and let slip there's been a significant development

Law Society seeks ‘independent mediator’ in criminal legal aid dispute

Scottish actor could be next James Bond as writer confirms role has been cast

The man writing the next Bond film has confirmed an actor has been selected, with Slow Horses star Jack Lowden tipped for the job by his co-stars

Prison officer had sex with arsonist inmate a day after she was released following introduction on Valentine's Day

Daniel Hay slept with Sophie Stonehewer

Government responds to claims El Nino will lead to food security issues in UK

It comes after Environment Secretary Angela Eagle urged people to store food and prepare for national weather emergencies last week

Dorset road closures: Stalbridge resurfacing works and more announced

The temporary closure comes into force next week

Staff at Bromborough firm 'in tears' after after not being paid on time again

The ECHO has reported extensively on problems facing the private ambulance firm

UK households urged to leave used tea bags on windowsills in September

It could help prevent a common issue in homes during autumn

Readers' letters: Secondaries need specialists as teachers, not generalists

A reader says steps need to be taken to guard against ‘professional dilution’ in high schools

Taxi driver 'cynically exploited' Covid loan scheme to buy flat in Turkey, a car and a pizza oven

The 52-year-old has been given three months to repay over £60k or face more prison time

TVCA publishes corrected accounts as councillor asks how ‘error of that scale’ could be made

The changes to the draft accounts are the latest development in a long-running audit saga at Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA)

Hayle road closures: 11 streets affected by resurfacing works

Overnight closures and a no-stopping order will be in place

Prince Harry and Meghan 'surprised' as King Charles issues royal status guidance

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex say they were caught off guard after King Charles officially confirmed their status as 'private citizens'

bet365 set to axe 340 workers with Stoke-on-Trent HQ staff bearing the brunt

bet365 is carrying out a restructuring of its business

Death of University of Nottingham student stabbed by triple killer 'potentially preventable'

An inquiry was told two of the three victims of the attacks could not have survived their injuries

Stephen Graham confirmed for huge Hollywood film as incredible rise from Kirkby roots continues

The Scouser has been cast in Heat 2, and is expected to be joined by Leonardo DiCaprio and Christian Bale

Princess Anne visits Manchester to mark 75th anniversary of Jewish day care centre

Her Royal Highness unveiled a plaque and cut a cake at The Nicky Alliance Centre in Crumpsall

Man arrested after Glasgow 'riot police' incident leaves locals 'terrified'

Residents had been left "terrified" after the incident, which saw a major emergency response.

Alcohol licence bid for shop where Bath homewares brand Always Sunday began

The premises on Walcot Street looks set for a new future

Glasgow 'riot police' incident LIVE as 'armed' man arrested

An eyewitness told Glasgow Live that "all residents have been asked to stay in their flats until further notice".

New Reform-led Kirklees Cabinet warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead

Today marked the first public meeting of Kirklees Council's new Cabinet, after weeks of political stalemate