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05/10/2009
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Lisbon Czechs-out
Ireland has said 'Yes' to the controversial Lisbon Treaty during a surprising landslide victory at its second trip to the polls. Now Europe is looking to the Czech Republic, who are continuing to stall their ratification as Eurosceptic Czech President Vaclav Klaus is delaying signing the document. The Irish people voted in favour of the Treaty by an unexpectedly high 67%, with the 'No' vote coming in at 33%. However, the Lisbon Treaty may yet face one final threat in the form of the UK Conservative party, which could come to power next year. Leader David Cameron (pictured) has outlined his view at this week's party conference - which is for a possible British referendum - whether the Treaty has been ratified or not.
Blackpool Drowning
A body has been found after rescuers carried out search for an 18-year-old man who was swept out to sea during a night out in Blackpool. Lancashire Police said the body was discovered on the beach at Stargate, close to the seaside resort. Jack Saunders, 18, from Wrexham, north Wales, was hit by a wave on the north promenade at midnight on Saturday.
Aqueduct Celabrated
Supporters of famous Pontcysyllte aqueduct staged displays and activities to mark its world heritage status at the weekend. The 200-year-old aqueduct near Wrexham was listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) in June. A plaque was also unveiled, while the Swedish professor who assessed the site presented its Unesco certificate. The day, which ends with a lantern parade and fireworks display, aims to celebrate the years of campaigning to have the structure, built between 1795 and 1805 by architect, Thomas Telford, acknowledged as culturally significant. The world heritage listing puts the aqueduct among 900 sites around the world, including Stonehenge, the Great Wall of China and Taj Mahal, under Unesco protection. The 1,000 ft (305m)-long structure carries the Llangollen Canal above the Dee Valley and attracts around 250,000 visitors a year by boat or on foot.
Racist 'Slur' Hits TV Show
Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke has apologised for aiming a racist insult at partner Laila Rouass. Du Beke used the word "Paki" a fortnight ago after the former Footballers' Wives star had a spray tan, it has been revealed. He admitted the term was used "in jest", but denied he was a racist and apologised for "any offence".
Tesco Gains Support
A rally has been held in support of a planning bid by Tesco which is seen as the catalyst for a £60m private sector development in a Welsh valleys town. The supermarket chain's bid for a 24-hour store on the site of an old steel foundry at Risca, Caerphilly county, is opposed by rivals Morrison. The development would be the first part of a retail, office and housing scheme.
Homes Boost For Rural Midlands
Ian Austin, the Minister for the West Midlands, and Sir Bob Kerslake, Chief Executive of the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), have announced that over 360 new homes have been commissioned in the last six months to help people in rural communities in the West Midlands access a home. The announcement came on a visit to John Corbett Way, a newly completed rural scheme in Stoke Prior developed by bdht – the largest provider of affordable housing in the district of Bromsgrove.
Quarry Firm Fined
Lincolnshire County Council have ruled against a Norton Disney quarry firm and ordered them to pay over £43,000 in costs. Following complaints from local people that C&G Concrete were hauling sands and gravels outside of their permitted hours, including after midnight, Lincolnshire County Council served a Planning Enforcement Notice. C&G appealed to the Planning Inspectorate, prompting a ten-day inquiry during which Planning Inspector Bruce Barnett heard both cases. C&G had claimed that they had gained lawful rights to haul sands and gravels at any time they wished and were immune from the action the county council had taken.
(BMcC/KMcA)
Ireland has said 'Yes' to the controversial Lisbon Treaty during a surprising landslide victory at its second trip to the polls. Now Europe is looking to the Czech Republic, who are continuing to stall their ratification as Eurosceptic Czech President Vaclav Klaus is delaying signing the document. The Irish people voted in favour of the Treaty by an unexpectedly high 67%, with the 'No' vote coming in at 33%. However, the Lisbon Treaty may yet face one final threat in the form of the UK Conservative party, which could come to power next year. Leader David Cameron (pictured) has outlined his view at this week's party conference - which is for a possible British referendum - whether the Treaty has been ratified or not.
Blackpool Drowning
A body has been found after rescuers carried out search for an 18-year-old man who was swept out to sea during a night out in Blackpool. Lancashire Police said the body was discovered on the beach at Stargate, close to the seaside resort. Jack Saunders, 18, from Wrexham, north Wales, was hit by a wave on the north promenade at midnight on Saturday.
Aqueduct Celabrated
Supporters of famous Pontcysyllte aqueduct staged displays and activities to mark its world heritage status at the weekend. The 200-year-old aqueduct near Wrexham was listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) in June. A plaque was also unveiled, while the Swedish professor who assessed the site presented its Unesco certificate. The day, which ends with a lantern parade and fireworks display, aims to celebrate the years of campaigning to have the structure, built between 1795 and 1805 by architect, Thomas Telford, acknowledged as culturally significant. The world heritage listing puts the aqueduct among 900 sites around the world, including Stonehenge, the Great Wall of China and Taj Mahal, under Unesco protection. The 1,000 ft (305m)-long structure carries the Llangollen Canal above the Dee Valley and attracts around 250,000 visitors a year by boat or on foot.
Racist 'Slur' Hits TV Show
Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke has apologised for aiming a racist insult at partner Laila Rouass. Du Beke used the word "Paki" a fortnight ago after the former Footballers' Wives star had a spray tan, it has been revealed. He admitted the term was used "in jest", but denied he was a racist and apologised for "any offence".
Tesco Gains Support
A rally has been held in support of a planning bid by Tesco which is seen as the catalyst for a £60m private sector development in a Welsh valleys town. The supermarket chain's bid for a 24-hour store on the site of an old steel foundry at Risca, Caerphilly county, is opposed by rivals Morrison. The development would be the first part of a retail, office and housing scheme.
Homes Boost For Rural Midlands
Ian Austin, the Minister for the West Midlands, and Sir Bob Kerslake, Chief Executive of the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), have announced that over 360 new homes have been commissioned in the last six months to help people in rural communities in the West Midlands access a home. The announcement came on a visit to John Corbett Way, a newly completed rural scheme in Stoke Prior developed by bdht – the largest provider of affordable housing in the district of Bromsgrove.
Quarry Firm Fined
Lincolnshire County Council have ruled against a Norton Disney quarry firm and ordered them to pay over £43,000 in costs. Following complaints from local people that C&G Concrete were hauling sands and gravels outside of their permitted hours, including after midnight, Lincolnshire County Council served a Planning Enforcement Notice. C&G appealed to the Planning Inspectorate, prompting a ten-day inquiry during which Planning Inspector Bruce Barnett heard both cases. C&G had claimed that they had gained lawful rights to haul sands and gravels at any time they wished and were immune from the action the county council had taken.
(BMcC/KMcA)
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