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'There won't be an election on that day' Rishi Sunak confirms there won't be an election on 2 May

'There won't be an election on that day' Rishi Sunak confirms there won't be an election on 2 May

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Bristol Rovers football player Jack Sparkes will be running the Bristol Half-Marathon alongside his partner, Abbie, to support their daughter, Lily, who was born with a heart condition. Watch the full report on ITVX:

Bristol Rovers football player Jack Sparkes will be running the Bristol Half-Marathon alongside his partner, Abbie, to support their daughter, Lily, who was born with a heart condition. Watch the full report on ITVX:

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The headteacher of a Portishead secondary school says banning mobile phones completely during the school day has improved student wellbeing and increased concentration levels in lessons. 12 months on from the rule change, pupils say although they were reluctant at first, the move has now transformed their mental health. Watch our ITVX report:

The headteacher of a Portishead secondary school says banning mobile phones completely during the school day has improved student wellbeing and increased concentration levels in lessons. 12 months on from the rule change, pupils say although they were reluctant at first, the move has now transformed their mental health. Watch our ITVX report:

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"It is what it is, it is what it is" Former Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer leaves the count after losing Plymouth Moor View to Labour's Fred Thomas

"It is what it is, it is what it is" Former Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer leaves the count after losing Plymouth Moor View to Labour's Fred Thomas

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Bristol dancer @levannamclean has featured in the new Chicken Run film on Netflix. She was approached to come up with a routine for one of the main characters, Rocky. Our very own Alex Lovell had a go at channeling her inner-chicken. Full story:

Bristol dancer @levannamclean has featured in the new Chicken Run film on Netflix. She was approached to come up with a routine for one of the main characters, Rocky. Our very own Alex Lovell had a go at channeling her inner-chicken. Full story:

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It is one of the biggest shock results in the club’s history - Plymouth Argyle have beaten Premier League leaders Liverpool in the 4th rebound of the FA Cup. The giant killing was played to a sell-out jubilant crowd at Home Park. Full story here:

It is one of the biggest shock results in the club’s history - Plymouth Argyle have beaten Premier League leaders Liverpool in the 4th rebound of the FA Cup. The giant killing was played to a sell-out jubilant crowd at Home Park. Full story here:

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A 24-year-old man from Gloucestershire who had life-changing open heart surgery last year is urging young people to get checked. Liam Harper became aware something was wrong after collapsing on a night out - he says he could have died if he didn't get the issue investigated further. Watch the full report on ITVX:
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A 24-year-old man from Gloucestershire who had life-changing open heart surgery last year is urging young people to get checked. Liam Harper became aware something was wrong after collapsing on a night out - he says he could have died if he didn't get the issue investigated further. Watch the full report on ITVX:

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Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey is visiting Somerset today as part of his election campaign. The rain didn't seem to get in the way as he tried out the 'Ultimate Slip N Slide' in Shepton Mallet. He's just been told he is not allowed any more goes.
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Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey is visiting Somerset today as part of his election campaign. The rain didn't seem to get in the way as he tried out the 'Ultimate Slip N Slide' in Shepton Mallet. He's just been told he is not allowed any more goes.

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1,100,424 views • 2 years ago

'Luckiest man in the world': Jon Todd, from Mawnan Smith near Falmouth, says he'd had no symptoms at all and is now urging others to get themselves checked after a lung screening picked up kidney cancer, which he's since been successfully treated for. Watch our ITVX report:
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'Luckiest man in the world': Jon Todd, from Mawnan Smith near Falmouth, says he'd had no symptoms at all and is now urging others to get themselves checked after a lung screening picked up kidney cancer, which he's since been successfully treated for. Watch our ITVX report:

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20,054 views • 15 days ago

Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey takes to the water in an inflatable doughnut on a general election campaign visit to the Cotswolds
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Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey takes to the water in an inflatable doughnut on a general election campaign visit to the Cotswolds

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626,714 views • 2 years ago

Watch the moment a Wiltshire fly-tipper has his Mercedes crushed after being caught dumping pipes on a public right of way in Bulford. See the full report on ITVX:
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Watch the moment a Wiltshire fly-tipper has his Mercedes crushed after being caught dumping pipes on a public right of way in Bulford. See the full report on ITVX:

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29,958 views • 27 days ago

A man has been jailed for a fatal crash he caused when 16 times over the legal drug-drive limit. Daniel Booth was driving in Aust when his car veered into the path of an oncoming bike, ridden by 56-year-old Neil Routley. Dashcam footage shows him swerving around the road in the lead-up to the crash. See more:
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A man has been jailed for a fatal crash he caused when 16 times over the legal drug-drive limit. Daniel Booth was driving in Aust when his car veered into the path of an oncoming bike, ridden by 56-year-old Neil Routley. Dashcam footage shows him swerving around the road in the lead-up to the crash. See more:

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31,711 views • 1 month ago

An eyewitness has described hearing engines cut out and seeing an "almighty flash of red" when a Royal Navy helicopter crashed in Devon. Eddie Amhof was already awake when he heard a helicopter hovering overhead at around 3am. Read more:
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An eyewitness has described hearing engines cut out and seeing an "almighty flash of red" when a Royal Navy helicopter crashed in Devon. Eddie Amhof was already awake when he heard a helicopter hovering overhead at around 3am. Read more:

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46,154 views • 1 month ago

Marco Pierre White praises Reform UK leader Nigel Farage as 'impressive' and 'thoughtful' He says: 'I can see why the polls are showing what they're showing'
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Marco Pierre White praises Reform UK leader Nigel Farage as 'impressive' and 'thoughtful' He says: 'I can see why the polls are showing what they're showing'

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182,956 views • 1 year ago

Sir Ed Davey attempts to tackle the waves in Bude The Lib Dem leader visits North Cornwall as he embarks on a South West tour in the final days of the campaign
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Sir Ed Davey attempts to tackle the waves in Bude The Lib Dem leader visits North Cornwall as he embarks on a South West tour in the final days of the campaign

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167,977 views • 2 years ago

A new look ITV News West Country is now live. Alex Lovell takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of our brand new studio and gallery. Join the team weekdays at 6pm on ITV1, on ITVX and on YouTube.
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A new look ITV News West Country is now live. Alex Lovell takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of our brand new studio and gallery. Join the team weekdays at 6pm on ITV1, on ITVX and on YouTube.

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24,730 views • 3 months ago

A stolen Shetland Pony foal has been found by police roughly 300 miles away from home. Lucy was taken from her field near Truro in Cornwall in July, leaving her mother distraught. At the time, the skewbald filly was only two months old and wasn't due to be weaned for another four months. Police eventually tracked her down in Hertfordshire and brought her home. Read more: 📷 - Pictures from Hertfordshire Police.
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A stolen Shetland Pony foal has been found by police roughly 300 miles away from home. Lucy was taken from her field near Truro in Cornwall in July, leaving her mother distraught. At the time, the skewbald filly was only two months old and wasn't due to be weaned for another four months. Police eventually tracked her down in Hertfordshire and brought her home. Read more: 📷 - Pictures from Hertfordshire Police.

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60,027 views • 11 months ago

The emotional moment that David 'Syd' Lawrence used a recording of his voice to thank those who came to a charity cricket match in Bristol today. He was joined by other cricket legends, raising awareness and funds for motor neurone disease. Watch the full report on ITVX:
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The emotional moment that David 'Syd' Lawrence used a recording of his voice to thank those who came to a charity cricket match in Bristol today. He was joined by other cricket legends, raising awareness and funds for motor neurone disease. Watch the full report on ITVX:

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37,261 views • 1 year ago

Horses and jockeys awoke to a flurry of snow over Prestbury Park this morning, day two of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. Despite the chilly conditions many braved the blizzard to fit in a warm up lap before the racing this afternoon. Clerk of the course Jon Pullin says the going is currently 'good to soft' and the snow is expected to clear around 10.30am.
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Horses and jockeys awoke to a flurry of snow over Prestbury Park this morning, day two of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. Despite the chilly conditions many braved the blizzard to fit in a warm up lap before the racing this afternoon. Clerk of the course Jon Pullin says the going is currently 'good to soft' and the snow is expected to clear around 10.30am.

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19,843 views • 1 year ago

A family has been reunited with their stolen dog after three years. Archie is safely home in Bridgwater, Somerset, after charity Beauty's Legacy was able to locate him. Watch the full report on ITVX:
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A family has been reunited with their stolen dog after three years. Archie is safely home in Bridgwater, Somerset, after charity Beauty's Legacy was able to locate him. Watch the full report on ITVX:

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12,403 views • 11 months ago

Congratulations to Paddy Gamble, the junior champion of the world's fastest pasty crimping competition. The 12-year-old from Truro took part in the event which sees competitors aim to seal their pasties the quickest. It brought Cornish Pasty Week to a close where people across the county celebrated the 800-year-old tradition.
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Congratulations to Paddy Gamble, the junior champion of the world's fastest pasty crimping competition. The 12-year-old from Truro took part in the event which sees competitors aim to seal their pasties the quickest. It brought Cornish Pasty Week to a close where people across the county celebrated the 800-year-old tradition.

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13,943 views • 1 year ago

The M5 is shut in both directions between junction 23 for Bridgwater and junction 22 for Burnham-on-Sea because of a lorry fire. It happened on the southbound carriageway but the road has also closed northbound due to heavy smoke- National Highways: South-West says the northbound closure is in the process of being removed. There is also congestion on local roads through East Huntspill, Bridgwater and Highbridge. Diversion routes are in place. Updates available here:
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The M5 is shut in both directions between junction 23 for Bridgwater and junction 22 for Burnham-on-Sea because of a lorry fire. It happened on the southbound carriageway but the road has also closed northbound due to heavy smoke- National Highways: South-West says the northbound closure is in the process of being removed. There is also congestion on local roads through East Huntspill, Bridgwater and Highbridge. Diversion routes are in place. Updates available here:

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12,710 views • 1 year ago

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