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What the NHS says about taking paracetamol and ibuprofen together
Taking ibuprofen can be a quick way to relieve symptoms of pain and inflammation but the NHS has warned that it doesn't mix well with other medications. Whether it is period pain or migraines, many people may consider doubling up on pain relief
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400-year-old carnivorous sharks found lurking in the depths of British waters
Did you know that 'the world’s most mysterious shark' can be found in British waters? Greenland sharks are the second largest species of carnivorous shark after the great white. While they can be found in deep waters around the UK, humans rarely
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Former Swindon teaching assistant found guilty of raping child
A former teaching assistant from Swindon has appeared before the court and been found guilty of rape. Sam Powers, 28, pleaded guilty to 44 counts of sexual offences against children before Gloucester Crown Court on Friday, April 19. The court
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Minturn showing the pathway for academy players - Hunt
Harley Hunt said the development of Harrison Minturn has shown him that there is a pathway to the first team at Swindon Town. The 16-year-old made his senior debut as an early second-half substitute during Town’s late away defeat against Walsall
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Lorry fire causes traffic to build on A419
5:17pm Gloucestershire Constabulary has confirmed that the lorry which caught fire has now been moved from the road and
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More photos emerge of 'TV advert being filmed' in Swindon town centre
Members of the public have been left bemused as aliens have taken over the town centre Premier Inn. For the last few days, there has been unusual 'out-of-this-world' activity spotted at the temporarily closed hotel. And now Graeme Leighfield
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Owners devastated by dog's Alabama Rot death searching for cure
Dog owners who lost their beloved whippet to a suspected case of Alabama Rot after an innocent walk near Swindon are now hoping to find a cure. Shaun Reynolds, 28, from Lambourn, had two whippets, Willow and Whisper, but after going on a walk
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Unique school near Swindon rated by independent inspectors
A unique school on the outskirts of Swindon has received a visit from an Independent Schools Inspectorate inspector. Marantha Christian School is located on Queenlaines Farm in Sevenhampton and falls outside of the scope of the more well-known
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'Assault suspect' last seen near busy Swindon shopping centre
A man suspected of assault last seen near one of Swindon's most popular shopping centres is wanted by police. Kieran Evans, 28, is currently wanted by Wiltshire Police in connection to an assault and officers are appealing for anyone who may have
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Family story behind 'ruined manor' luxury homes plan in Swindon
The family story behind the plan for five houses off Lady Lane is told in an introduction to the planning application for the scheme at Abbey Gardens, near St Andrew’s Church in Blunsdon St Andrew. Astrid and Erik Broderstand, the siblings who
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'Two or three players' have earned the chance of a new deal - Gunning
Multiple Swindon Town players have been able to play their way into contracts for next season, according to Gavin Gunning. Only six members of the current Swindon squad have contracts which definitely include next season, meaning that the rest
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Search continues for 'dangerous' man wanted by Swindon police
Wiltshire Police are continuing their search for a wanted 'dangerous' man believed to be in Swindon, as extensive enquiries are carried out. Michael Cook is wanted for a number of offences and has been issued two warrants after failing to appear
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Barclays issues urgent warning to all customers at risk of losing thousands
Barclays has issued an important warning to its customers who are at risk of losing thousands of pounds. The bank is warning customers of investment scams, which made up a third of all money lost to scammers in 2023. This spike is being fuelled
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DWP warns Universal Credit claimants they face fines or court over changes
Universal Credit recipients have been warned they face going to court or fines over failure to report certain changes. Claimants must promptly inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) of any life changes such as a new phone number or email
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The discounts pensioners and the over 60s can claim in the UK
One of the better things about getting older is getting discounts on various products and services you used to pay a fortune for. From cheaper train tickets to savings at the cinema, it's important we take advantage of the discounts available to us
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Gunning speaks out against scrapping FA Cup replays
Swindon Town interim head coach Gavin Gunning has criticised the decision to scrap FA Cup replays by the Football Association and the Premier League. It was announced on Thursday that from next season replays for draws in the FA Cup from the first
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Bassett suffer narrow defeat in cup opener
Royal Wootton Bassett suffered a narrow 18-14 defeat against Winchester in the first game of their cup campaign. Bassett travelled down to Winchester for their opening Papa John’s Community Cup match with the sides meeting for only the second time
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Devoy could '100%' be back at Swindon next season - Gunning
Swindon Town have not ruled out the possibility of making a summer move for current loanee Dawson Devoy, according to interim head coach Gavin Gunning. The Irish midfielder joined Swindon on loan in January from Milton Keynes Dons after Dan Kemp
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'Obstruction' on major A-road causing morning traffic delays
10:04am Traffic seems to have settled. Temporary traffic signals are still in place and some delays are expected
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Rubbish dumped outside Swindon home for two years leaves resident 'ashamed'
A pile of chemical rubbish dumped outside a house and left there for two years has left a Swindon resident feeling 'ashamed'. Jane Coulthard says the heap is leaking toxic waste into her driveway, bringing flies and rats into her house, and affecting
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Latest on £1m transformation of distinctive Swindon pub
A community group using lottery money to bring a disused Swindon pub back to life are facing further delays. Toothill Big Local was set up as a steering group for £1 million in lottery funding and they set their sights on restoring the derelict
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New bistro bringing 'taste of Paris' to town officially opens
A High Street auction house that launched this year has officially opened the doors to its adjoining bistro and restaurant. RWB Auctions opened its auction house in Royal Wootton Bassett's former Co-op on Monday, January 15, and owner Jon White
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M4 closures in Swindon could delay journeys by half an hour
New road closures have been announced for the M4 near Swindon. Parts of the carriageway between junctions 15 and 16 will be temporarily inaccessible for traffic while work is carried out nearby. The latest expected works list shows that one
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New zero food hygiene rating 'a slap in the face' for pizza takeaway
The owner of a Swindon pizza place which has received a fresh zero food hygiene says rapid improvements have been made since it was inspected. Pizzacroft on Meadowcroft, Stratton St Margaret, first received the lowest possible mark in November
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Luxury homes inspired by ruined Swindon manor house proposed
Five luxury houses could be built which have been inspired by a ruined manor house nearby. Bower Mapson Homes, and the landowners, brother and sister Astrid and Erik Broderstad have put in proposals to build five large family homes on the site
