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Google may be forced to make changes to search engine in UK
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UK names Christian Turner as ambassador to US, replacing Peter Mandelson
Tom Bennett,Londonand Bernd Debusmann Jr,White House Reuters The UK has named career diplomat Christian Turner as its new ambassador to the US, Downing Street has confirmed. The previous ambassador, Peter Mandelson, was sacked by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after evidence, including emails and photos, emerged showing his continued association with the paedophile Jeffery…
Free welcome cafe opens in Highworth to help community connect
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Budget 2025: What can nervous businesses expect from the Budget?
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