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In Depth

What are the pros and cons of fracking?

Activists warn that government may bypass fracking ban by using corrosive acid

17 Jan 2020

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In Brief

Pensioner torments neighbours with ‘fat lady’ figurine

Former BNP candidate Barry Carr found guilty of harassment during bizarre 18-month campaign of intimidation

24 Oct 2017

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In Brief

10 healthiest places in England – and the 10 unhealthiest

Figures show a massive life expectancy difference between the north and south of England

18 Nov 2015

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Daily Briefing

Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Thursday 7 Apr 2011

7 Apr 2011

Blackpool

What are the pros and cons of fracking?

Pensioner torments neighbours with ‘fat lady’ figurine

10 healthiest places in England – and the 10 unhealthiest

Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Thursday 7 Apr 2011

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