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The UK’s ongoing economic crisis means Northumberland County Council needs to save between £57m and £98m between now and 2027.
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Three mobile customers will pay £2 per day for roaming in the EU from 23 May (Photo: Adobe)

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Spain could welcome sun-seeking Brits from June - but will you need a 'vaccine p...

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World must ‘get serious’ about tackling climate change this year, says PM

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Record numbers of people are applying to study nursing in the UK - these are the...

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Online shopping charges have changed since Brexit - everything you need to know

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