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Protest against plan for 350 homes 'imposed' on village south of Reading
Residents of a village south of Reading have staged a protest against a plan for 350 homes being 'imposed' on them by a neighbouring council.
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Sky issues new 'dodgy' Fire Stick warning as it works on 'significant' crackdown
But Sky has warned Illegal TV Fire Sticks and/or ‘dodgy boxes’ users that it is taking "significant" action to ensure its content remains protected.
Government says cutting school to four days a week could have 'damaging impact'
The government has said it "has no plans to reduce the school week to four days" in a response to a petition signed by more than 126,000 people.
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HMRC statement after calls to double Personal Allowance for pensioners hits 45,000
HMRC has issued a statement after calls to double pensioners' personal allowance and a petition signed by more than 45,000 people.
Traffic chaos on M3 motorway due to crash - live updates
Drivers are stuck in heavy traffic on the M3 motorway due to a crash this morning
Uni of Reading begins centenary year with guided walking tours
The University of Reading is set to mark its centenary this year, celebrating 100 years oh the institution as it stands today.
Reading Borough Council: Two weeks left to reapply for postal votes
With just over two weeks left before the deadline to reapply, more than 6,500 residents across Reading risk losing the chance to vote by post
Thames Valley Positive support announces return of BeYou LGBTQIA+ services
Thames Valley Positive Support (TVPS) have announced that they are bringing BeYou LGBTQIA+ services back to Reading
Higher animal welfare brings home the bacon for UK farmers
Research has shown higher welfare standards could boost UK farmer incomes, as consumers are willing to pay more for food with labelled welfare scores
Plans progressing for James Corden to move to new home in Berkshire
Plans are still in the works for TV celebrity James Corden's brand new home in Berkshire three years after an application was approved in January 2023.
Teen appeals for bionic arm to help her drive - and push trolley in Sainsbury's
A teen with a limb difference is appealing for a bionic arm - to help her drive, read and push a trolley in Sainsbury's.
From fish tanks to flats - farewell to Newbury's Kennet Centre
At the end of this month, one of Berkshire's oldest shopping centres will close its doors for the final time. And what's coming next? Drumroll – a load of presumably quite expensive flats.
New pictures emerge of major crash as police give update
New photos show the wreckage left behind after a major roundabout crash involving two cars
Huge delays expected as emergency services attend road incident at Showcase Roundabout in Winnersh
Emergency services are on scene after reports of a road incident at the Showcase Roundabout in Winnersh.
Recap: Emergency services rescue one person from car in major roundabout crash
There has been a major crash at Showcase Roundabout
Main road in Woodley will get 20mph limit to make it safer for vulnerable road users
A main road in Woodley will be getting a new 20mph speed limit to make it safer for 'vulnerable road users', including pedestrians and cyclists.
This map will show you if there is crime on your street
Check the map to see if this common crime was reported on your street
Broad Street Mall celebrates festive support of Save The Children
Broad Street Mall celebrated the spirit of giving, going above and beyond to support the community through a series of heartfelt initiatives.
Police car involved in crash on Rushey Way
Emergency services raced to Rushey Way following a crash involving a police car.
Trial date set for man charged with murder
Kiplangat was arrested after a reported stabbing at an A4 London Road address