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Call to raise driving test fees for learners who repeatedly fail

Government figures show 93,204 practical car driving tests taken in the year to the end of March were at least the candidate’s sixth attempt.

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Charming arts and crafts property complete with tennis court goes on the market at incredible price

A charming arts and crafts property has just gone on the market near Oswestry with a plethora of period features and comes complete with its own tennis court.

Teenager set to open barber shop in Shropshire town that hasn't had one for more than 10 years

A new barber shop is set to open in a medieval Shropshire town centre for the first time in years.

Town centre shop to get rebrand in bid to cause less confusion and entice more customers

A shop is getting a rebrand after the owners say they're 'sew' much more than fabrics.

Plan to demolish part of 'outdated' care home is approved on appeal

Plans to demolish part of a Shrewsbury care home and replace it with a new building will go ahead after a year-long planning wrangle was eventually resolved by Government inspectors.

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Average asking rent outside London ‘hits new high of £1,316 per month’

The pace of growth in rental prices remains significantly higher than before the coronavirus pandemic, Rightmove said.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Brazil regulator bans Meta from mining data to train AI models

Brazil’s national data protection authority determined on Tuesday that Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, cannot use data originating in the country to train its artificial intelligence.

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Petrol prices: West Midlands drivers urged to buy fuel as costs predicted to rise

Drivers in the West Midlands are being urged to buy fuel “sooner rather than later” as a 10-week run of falling prices has ended, dashing hopes of a return to pre-pandemic levels.

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Fact check: Hundreds of misleading claims repeated on social media

Analysis by Full Fact using AI examines Facebook posts by more than 1,500 parliamentary candidates and finds hundreds of repeated misleading claims.

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When to expect planning decision on Coalbrookdale Works homes plan

A decision on redevelopment plans for a historic foundry site is expected before the end of August.

‘We are not leaving city centres’, says Marks & Spencer boss

It came as the retail giant announced plans to invest £38 million in major new high street stores in Bath and Bristol.

Thinking of making modifications to your car this summer? It could affect your insurance premiums

We consider some of the popular changes motorists look to make to their vehicles and whether you need to inform your insurance provider about them.

Why uncertainty is creating nervous time for Shropshire businesses, according to report

Fears of tax rises and economic turbulence caused by the general election and a potential change in policies have triggered a ‘rise in nervousness’ among the Shropshire business community.

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Drivers told to buy fuel ‘sooner rather than later’ as 10-week price drop ends

The AA said the average price of a litre of petrol fell from 150.1p on April 24 to 144.5p at the end of last week, but has stabilised.

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Deals on offer as Domino's opens another Telford store

Domino’s has officially opened its latest Telford store.

Year-long planning wrangle settled by government inspector

Plans to demolish part of a care home and replace it with a new building will go ahead after a year-long planning wrangle was eventually resolved by Government inspectors.

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Sunak hopes a comeback is on the menu after McDonald’s campaign pit stop

Is the Prime Minister pinning his hopes on a return to favour like the fast-food chain’s breakfast wrap?

Inflation down in Europe but Central Bank in no hurry to make more rate cuts

Key indicators on Tuesday remained at levels that suggest inflation may remain stuck between 2% and 3% for a while yet.

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Sainsbury’s sales growth slows as weather hits Argos and non-food ranges

The chain saw total grocery sales lift 4.8%, but revealed a 4.3% fall in general merchandise and a 6.2% slump in business at Argos .

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Sainsbury’s posts strong grocery sales but sees weather hit to non-food ranges

Supermarket Sainsbury’s has notched up a rise in first-quarter sales as solid grocery trading offset a hit from poor early summer weather on its general merchandise and clothing businesses.

Revolut makes record profit as wait for banking licence continues

The fintech firm added 12 million customers and made £438 million in profit last year, but still cannot offer credit cards in UK.

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Ryanair records busiest ever month

The Dublin-based airline said 19.3 million passengers booked tickets for its flights in June.

Free streaming service Tubi launches in the UK to rival Netflix and Disney+

The ad-supported service is owned by Rupert Murdoch’s Fox Corporation.

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Strikes ‘inevitable’ for Aberdeen and Glasgow airports as pay dispute escalates

Unite has repeated calls for AGS, the company that owns the two airports, to intervene over the stalemate on worker pay.

Imposing Grade II listed barn conversion goes on the market - complete with stable block

Equestrian lovers looking for an imposing property in a picturesque Shropshire village may need to look no further thanks to a Grade II listed barn conversion that has just gone on the market south of Oswestry.

Shropshire entrepreneur's company named fastest-growing in the Midlands

A Shropshire entrepreneur says it feels 'surreal and amazing' after his company was named the Midlands’ fastest-growing private company.

Shropshire agri-business to expand with new warehouse in Shrewsbury

A county agricultural firm is set to expand its Shrewsbury base after plans for a new warehouse building were approved.

Shropshire's Lord-Lieutenant Anna Turner reflects on half a year of service to King and county

As we welcome summer to the county, I am reflecting on what a busy first half of the year it has been.

Greenhous Group signs franchise agreement with Stellantis UK

Shropshire headquartered Greenhous Group has signed a franchise agreement with global automotive manufacturer, Stellantis.

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Invertek Drives named finalist at major UK manufacturing awards

Welshpool firm Invertek Drives has been recognised as a finalist for the UK Manufacturer of the Year 2024 at the Insider Made in UK Awards.