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Teenagers in bid for UK Youth Parliament spot
Five teens compete to represent the county’s young people
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Gritters are working round-the-clock
Motorists urged to stick to main roads and allow extra time before travelling
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Call to smokers: Be a quitter and get fitter!
Smokers set to benefit from range of healthy incentives to encourage them to give up
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Last chance to have say on proposed changes to some school transport services
Still time for the public to shape school transport proposals
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Motorists urged to take extra care on the roads this weekend
Gritters will be out over the weekend to keep county moving
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Celebrate safely this Christmas and New Year
People reminded to lock their doors or vehicles over festive period
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Action on ad following trading standards complaint
Employment agency posted ‘misleading’ job opportunities
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Borrow a book to help with long-term health conditions
People suffering with conditions such as diabetes and strokes are being urged to borrow a book
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Pupils urged to wear odd socks for anti-bullying week
Schools to take part in anti-bullying campaign
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We're backing National Adoption Week
Start your journey towards becoming next generation of adopters
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China visit boosts business links
Civic, business and university leaders have signed a trade agreement
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Importance of reporting hate crime emphasised in new videos
Hate crime victims urged to report incidents