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January 03, 2026

Last year UK's warmest since records began

ARTS of the West may have woken up to a dusting of snow yesterday and the region has been hit by a recent cold snap.

2 mins

Office Olympics to take over city

BRISTOL'S “experience” venues - offering everything from baking to cricket and darts to escape rooms - have come together to start an Office Olympics challenge.

1 mins

TV's Clare pays tribute to 'fearless' dad Ian as he dies aged 87

BROADCASTER

1 mins

‘Triangle’ villagers object to homes bid

A HUGE development of 200 homes could soon be built next to an unusually triangular North Somerset village.

2 mins

Police step in as group blocks Palestine march

A PROTEST march demanding a police investigation into a Bristol defence firm descended into heated scenes after being met by counter-demonstrators.

1 mins

Assault arrest as baby in hospital

A TWO-MONTH-OLD baby has been taken to a children’s hospital in Bristol following an incident in Plymouth on New Year's Day.

1 mins

Airport blames Budget as it raises parking fees

Travellers will see short-term parking costs rise by 21% from Monday at Bristol Airport

2 mins

Much-loved travel shop to shut after 30 years

A BELOVED specialist travel book shop has announced that it will close later this month.

1 mins

Holly's touching nod to her mum on wedding day

HOLLY Ramsay has said her wedding dress was inspired by Hollywood star and Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly, and the Princess of Wales.

2 mins

Brewery to place giant tanks along estuary banks

THE brewery behind popular brands Corona, Stella Artois and Budweiser is to place three giant tanks along the banks of the Severn Estuary.

1 mins

'Jobs and food at risk' if solar park plan gets nod

JOBS in the agricultural and tourism sectors will be lost and around 5,000 tonnes of crops will be taken out of food production if a controversial solar scheme gets the go-ahead, councillors will hear next week.

2 mins

Pub's Sunday roasts sell out in 11 minutes

A BRISTOL pub renowned for its Sunday roasts has already sold out every booking for 2026.

1 mins

Councillor back in cabinet after crash recovery

A COTSWOLD councillor who was almost killed in a horror car accident during an Italian summer holiday in 2024 has now rejoined his council’s cabinet.

2 mins

Driver jailed after 100mph police chase

A DANGEROUS driver has been jailed after a 100mph police chase was captured in “shocking” dashcam footage.

1 mins

Tributes after 'shock' death of beloved animal rights advocate

ANIMAL welfare campaigner Sarah Fisher, who was the partner of Ted Lasso actor Anthony Head, has been remembered as \"extraordinary\" and \"compassionate\" following her death.

2 mins

Recruitment drive for 2,000 more magistrates

THOUSANDS of new magistrates are being sought to volunteer in England and Wales as part of efforts to speed up justice for victims.

1 mins

Scrap drugs pricing deal with Trump to fund social care, say Lib Dems

THE deal with Donald Trump's US which could see the NHS pay billions more for drugs should be scrapped, with the money put towards social care instead, the Liberal Democrats have said.

1 mins

Freezing weather warnings extended

BITTERLY cold weather is expected to grip the UK over the weekend with some places already seeing as much as 10cm of snow.

2 mins

Man, 51, dies after sea rescue

A 51-YEAR-OLD man has died after getting into difficulty in the sea at Brighton on New Year's Day, police have confirmed.

1 mins

Record for renewables as electricity generator

UK renewables set new records in 2025, but electricity generation from gas still rose as coal plants went offline, nuclear power declined and demand grew, analysis shows.

2 mins

Fatal fire at Swiss ski resort 'caused by party sparklers'

SWISS investigators believe sparkling flares in Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a ski resort when they came too close to a crowded bar's ceiling.

2 mins

Aerospace lifts West economy by £9.5 billion

THE South West’s aerospace sector is creating tens of thousands of jobs across the region and is driving economic growth, a new industry report has found.

2 mins

West firms gear up for mergers and sales

SOUTH

1 mins

Holiday bookings set to surge 5%, firms predict

PACKAGE holiday bookings are expected to increase by 5% this year, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has said.

1 mins

Manufacturing sector boosted by new orders

THE UK’s embattled manufacturing sector took another small step towards recovery at the end of 2025 thanks to an influx of new orders.

1 mins

FTSE smashes 10,000 mark as Rolls-Royce and Fresnillo rally

THE FTSE 100 crossed the long-awaited 10,000 mark as markets opened yesterday for the first day of trading in 2026.

2 mins

Martin Hesp on Saturday

A look at the shifting sands of modern life

4 mins

What exactly do we mean by a 'new year' anyway?

A HAPPY new year to all our readers, or a good many of them, at least; Cornwall's far from being the most culturally and ethnically diverse part of the UK but even here there's a good chance not all those who take this newspaper observe the Christian calendar, and more particularly that which was enforced on most of Europe by an edict of Pope Gregory the 13th in October 1582 (but not adopted in Great Britain until 1752).

2 mins

BECKY SHEAVES

Among the parents we have at our nurseries, it is the ones with supportive grandparents on call that seem the most relaxed and happy in their roles

3 mins

ROGER EVANS

There used to be a company that sold aerosol that you sprayed on your number plates and they couldn't be read by a camera. I must admit I bought a can.

3 mins

UNDER THE HAMMER

THIS year I am pleased, and a little excited, to be celebrating a big birthday.

2 mins

CHRIS RUNDLE

FOR NEW YEAR CHRIS REMINDS US THERE IS LITTLE TO BEAT HOME-CRAFTED BREAD WITH A TASTY TOPPING, ALL SERVED STRAIGHT FROM THE OVEN

2 mins

The best way to get fit after the festivities and it costs nothing at all

Martin Hesp lists some of his favourite walks which people of any fitness level can enjoy

3 mins

GMB backs biomethane plans

COW dung could help to heat millions of UK homes and support tens of thousands of jobs, it is claimed.

2 mins

Cheddar is enjoying its moment in spotlight

MAY I this morning add my congratulations to the many already offered to Somerset cheesemaker Richard Clothier, made MBE in the New Year's Honours.

2 mins

Suspicious tax U-turn could link to hunting ban

Farmers are spending thousands of pounds trying to protect their children’s futures, writes Ro Collingborn

4 mins

Scam warning for learner drivers

Reports of driving test-related scams have surged massively over the past year, according to Lloyds' figures.

1 mins

How to make a claim after winter weather damage

YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION

2 mins

World War Two veteran dies, at 100

A SECOND World War veteran who fought in Normandy 80 years ago before becoming a prisoner of war has died at the age of 100, the Taxi Charity For Military Veterans said.

2 mins

French film legend was 'an angel for animals'

FRENCH actress Brigitte Bardot has been remembered as “an angel for animals” by the founder of animal rights organisation Peta following her death at the age of 91.

3 mins

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1 mins

Potts looks set to play in Sydney

ENGLAND are expected to hand Matthew Potts his Ashes debut in the fifth and final Test against Australia - but the door has not closed on spinner Shoaib Bashir returning to the side.

2 mins

COLE: KIDNEY BATTLE IS WITH ME EVERY DAY

ANDY COLE says his kidney problems are the most difficult challenge he has ever faced.

1 mins

Youngster to make Bath debut at lock

BATH Rugby hand a debut to young Italy international Enoch Opoku-Gyamfi for their opening Gallagher Prem match of the new year.

2 mins

Forest Green sign free-scoring Rees from Merthyr

NATIONAL LEAGUE

1 mins

‘Exactly what was needed’

IAN Holloway believes Swindon Town’s hard-earned victory over Gillingham on New Year's Day was “exactly what you need at this time of the year’:

1 mins

Hutchinson stance clear

CHELTENHAM Town boss Steve Cotterill gave his thoughts on the future of Isaac Hutchinson after the Robins' 4-1 defeat at Crewe on New Year's Day, write Jon Palmer & Will Murray.

1 mins

Evans: Win felt better than break in Maldives

BRISTOL Rovers head coach Steve Evans was delighted with his team's performance as they secured their first League Two win since September and moved ahead of opponents Shrewsbury with a 3-0 win at The Croud Meadow on New Year's Day.

3 mins

Boss calls for City 'to be consistently on this level'

OSS Gerhard Struber has challenged his Bristol City side to consistently hit the levels they showcased in their win over Portsmouth on New Year's Day, the Robins having started 2026 in “perfect” fashion with a commanding three points at Ashton Gate.

2 mins

Balding dies at 87

BROADCASTER Clare Balding has paid tribute to her “fearless, funny and charming” father Ian following his death at the age of 87.

1 mins

Every school should have a Miss Haydock... how long she'd last, I don't know

Original cast member Denise Welch is back in Waterloo Road reprising her role as teacher Steph Haydock. By YOLANTHE FAWEHINMI

4 mins

Chef to the stars

LAUREN TAYLOR meets renowned chef Nobuyuki 'Nobu' Matsuhisa to talk A-list guests and why he has no plans to retire

3 mins

Get away for your new year health kick

IF you always seem to return from holidays feeling sluggish and tired after overindulging and under-moving, a trip that puts fitness at the forefront might be on your agenda this year.

2 mins

GAZZA

THE REAL PAUL GASCOIGNE REVEALED FOR THE FIRST TIME

1 mins

HOW WILL YOUR GARDEN GROW?

NOW'S THE TIME TO GET TO WORK ON THOSE BORDERS

1 mins

What's new PUSSYCAT?

PUSSYCAT DOLL ASHLEY ROBERTS IS STARTING 2026 IN GREAT SHAPE AS THE FACE OF GEORGE AT ASDA'S NEW GYM LOCKER ACTIVEWEAR COLLECTION.

1 mins

IN PERFECT HARMONY

KATE HUDSON AND HUGH JACKMAN MAKE A GREAT DOUBLE ACT IN SWEET UNDERDOG STORY WHICH MAKES US WAIT FOR A FEEL-GOOD FINALE

2 mins

ON ROAD TO HELL

WORLDS OF TWO SOAPS COLLIDE IN HISTORY-MAKING ONE-HOUR 'CORRIEDALE' SPECIAL

1 mins

CLASH OF THE DAY

Steve Coogan and Eanna Hardwicke star in a new film about Ireland captain Roy Keane and manager Mick McCarthy's 2002 World Cup fallout.

4 mins

THE LIES HAVE IT

DAWN FRENCH REVEALS TO YOLANTHE FAWEHINMI WHY SHE WAS TEMPTED BACK INTO STARRING IN A NEW SITCOM

4 mins

This is about people showing up for each other. It's a love story

WHEN Mike Sardina and Claire Stingl first met at a “Legends” gig at the Wisconsin State Fair in 1987, a cosmic connection sparked between the two down-on-their-luck musicians.

3 mins

I wanted to detonate a bit of an explosion

LYNN RUSK CHATS WITH ERIN DOHERTY, MALACHI KIRBY AND CREATOR STEVEN KNIGHT ABOUT SERIES TWO OF A THOUSAND BLOWS, SET IN THE BRUTAL EAST END OF LONDON

2 mins

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The Western Daily Press is a regional newspaper covering parts of South West England, mainly Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Somerset as well as the metropolitan areas of Bath and North East Somerset and the Bristol area.