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Unions are "hopeful" of a breakthrough in talks, as school staff report being hit, kicked, bitten and objected to other violence, aggression and misogyny on a near-daily basis.

Colin Wright carried out a prolonged campaign of physical and psychological abuse against his former girlfriend, with his own solicitor describing the offending as being at the “highest end” of what the court would see.

James Whyte and wife Kiah are trying IVF after discovering they were affected by a rare genetic disorder known as Patau's syndrome.

Councillors said the new build's remote location would be "difficult" as the residents got older. The furious couple have railed against the decision as they struggle to find a suitable home to buy.

Local people said multiple firearms units had attended on Monday afternoon.

Craig Walker took on the daunting challenge on Sunday to raise funds for those affected by cancer.

The new venue launched in The Academy at the weekend.

Police confirmed the man died at the scene.