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The clarification comes as pressure mounts for wider VAT reform
Water tragedies bring painful memories back for Sabrina Ruddy whose daughter Caitlin died after being swept out to sea at Cullercoats Bay
Robert Brown, who also once spent five months on the run after stealing £400-worth of chocolate, helped himself to the goods from Boots
Guests at Ty y Mor have 'watched seals and dolphins from the front room', describing the views at this Seahouses holiday home as 'unrivalled'
Two properties positioned in the heart of Newcastle offer fantastic views and are ideally suited for professionals
Arrian Cornwell, who worked for Northumbria University, attempted to grab and kiss the male victim's face three times, despite being told not to
These defendants left their victims with horrendous injuries - some of which are lifelong
South Tyneside Council is set to introduce its one hour free parking offer in South Shields town centre car parks from Monday June 8
Joshua Moore, from Weymouth, kicked a woman in the face before stabbing a man multiple times in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, in September 2025.
The Billie Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set has earned hundreds of five-star reviews as a 'soft and cosy' choice that 'looks very classy'
