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		<title>The Different Types Of Foster Care Explained</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:02:26 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[Foster care gives children and young people a safe, stable place to live when they cannot stay with their birth family. This may be for a few nights, several months, or much longer, depending on their circumstances. While many people have heard of fostering, not everyone realises that there are different types of foster care, [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Campaigners welcome PM’s support to regulate funeral industry after family horror at baby’s mistreatment</title>
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		<category><![CDATA[Campaigners welcome PM’s support to regulate funeral industry after family horror at baby’s mistreatment]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Campaigners have welcomed indications from the Prime Minister that the government may regulate the funeral industry. New regulations for the sector moved one step closer following comments from Sir Keir Starmer at PMQs on Wednesday (July 1).     Mr Starmer said he wanted “stronger standards and oversight,” following shocking cases of babies’ bodies being [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Would you change your hairstyle for Wimbledon? You&#8217;re not alone&#8230;</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[Landing a Wimbledon ticket is no easy feat, and it turns out plenty of Brits would go to surprising lengths for the chance to soak up the atmosphere on Centre Court. New research from Del Monte has found that more than three-quarters (78%) of people would happily queue for up to 12 hours to experience [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Bridgestone’s ‘Champion’ programme develops a new generation of automotive experts</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Bridgestone’s ‘Champion’ programme develops a new generation of automotive experts]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Bridgestone&#8217;s commitment to nurturing the next generation of automotive retail talent has gone from strength to strength, with the latest intake gaining invaluable insights into everything from customer service excellence to the future of vehicle diagnostics.   Twelve representatives from leading retail networks and wholesalers including Merityre, Tanvic Tyres, ETS and GT Wholesale, recently completed [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Saxophones in the City: Budding Birmingham talent to perform with star saxophonist</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:19:32 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[Amateur musicians of all ages will get the chance to rehearse and perform with award-winning saxophonist and CBSO Collaborative Artist Jess Gillam as part of ‘CBSO in the City’ which will bring free performances to iconic spaces across Birmingham this summer (27-31 August) for the third year. The next generation of Birmingham’s musical talent is set to receive a [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Urbana appoints Michael Holloway as Director of London office</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:49:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Urbana appoints Michael Holloway as Director of London office]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Sheffield-headquartered planning and development consultancy Urbana has appointed Michael Holloway as director of its London office, marking a significant step in the company’s ambition to expand its presence in the capital. The move builds on more than 13 years of delivery, supporting complex planning projects nationwide for clients including Capital&#38;Centric, Peel Land, Miller Homes, Sheffield Hallam University, [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Brenda Blethyn Revealed as Next Guest for  Sell-Out Desert Island Flicks Series</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:49:55 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[BAFTA and Golden Globe-winning actress Brenda Blethyn is set to take the hot seat for the next instalment of Desert Island Flicks at Tyneside Cinema, as the hit live series celebrates a remarkable first year of sell-out success. Best known and loved for her role as Vera, as well as acclaimed performances in films including [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>SURVEY: Britain Is Going Grey at 25</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:49:55 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[New research suggests that British women are finding their first greys as early as their mid twenties, and a growing number are seeing them before they hit 35. A survey of 2,000 UK females, commissioned by Jerome Russell Bblonde and conducted by OnePoll (2,000 UK participants), found that 30% of women noticed their first grey hair before [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>‘Fantastic Four’ Family Break  Four Nights in One Of England’s Most Dramatic Counties</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Construction]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[‘Fantastic Four’ Family Break Four Nights in One Of England’s Most Dramatic Counties]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Northumberland’s Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa &#38; Golf Resort has launched a new Book Direct Exclusive four-night family package rooted in one of England’s most exhilarating regions.   According to VisitBritain, 77% of UK adults are planning a domestic trip in the next 12 months, and with families among the most likely group to prioritise a [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>New Album Himmelskygge Brings Together Norway’s Leading Contemporary Musical Voices</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[Artist: Hege Høisæter – mezzo-soprano, Jorunn Marie Bratlie – piano, Kari Telstad Sundet – electronics, Album: Himmelskygge Label: LAWO Classics Release Date: May 2026 The acclaimed mezzo-soprano brings together classical tradition, electronics, and contemporary composition on an ambitious new release for LAWO Classics Norwegian mezzo-soprano Hege Høisæter presents Himmelskygge, a captivating new album that showcases [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Skin Expert Advice For Heatwave SPF!</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:18:04 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[Whether you&#8217;re loving or loathing the heatwave, one non-negotiable if SPF, and Kimberley Medd, Head of Clinic, Face The Future, has advice about sun safety that no one should skip! 1. SPF doesn&#8217;t last all day&#8220;One of the biggest myths I see is that applying SPF once in the morning is enough. During a heatwave, higher temperatures, [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>American Songwriter Thom Bishop Finds A New Creative Home In Ireland With “Here Comes the Night”</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-here-comes-the-night/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-here-comes-the-night</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[American Songwriter Thom Bishop Finds A New Creative Home In Ireland With “Here Comes the Night”]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Artist: Thom BishopSingle: Here Comes The Night Album: Roy Orbison, Elvis and Me Release Date:  &#160; Acclaimed American songwriter, novelist and educator Thom Bishop is entering a powerful new chapter with the release of his forthcoming single Here Comes the Night, a reflective and cinematic track taken from his upcoming album Roy Orbison, Elvis and [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>WD-40 Introduces WD-40 Specialist® Bio Lubricant Multi-Use an EU Ecolabel-Certified Bio Lubricant Combining Sustainability and Multi-Use Performance</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/wd-40-introduces-wd-40-specialist-bio-lubricant-multi-use-an-eu-ecolabel-certified-bio-lubricant-combining-sustainability-and-multi-use-performance/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=wd-40-introduces-wd-40-specialist-bio-lubricant-multi-use-an-eu-ecolabel-certified-bio-lubricant-combining-sustainability-and-multi-use-performance</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:16:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[WD-40 Introduces WD-40 Specialist® Bio Lubricant]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Developed for maintenance, facility management and light industrial environments, the new lubricant delivers multi-purpose performance while meeting the stringent environmental requirements of the EU Ecolabel.  WD-40 Company Limited, a global leader in maintenance and lubrication products, is proud to announce the launch of its new WD-40 Specialist® Bio Lubricant Multi-Use. Innovation has defined the WD-40® [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>North Shields Dentists Swap Drills for Ironman Challenge to Raise Funds for Percy Hedley Foundation</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/north-shields-dentists-swap-drills-for-ironman-challenge-to-raise-funds-for-percy-hedley-foundation/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=north-shields-dentists-swap-drills-for-ironman-challenge-to-raise-funds-for-percy-hedley-foundation</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:44:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[North Shields Dentists Swap Drills for Ironman Challenge to Raise Funds for Percy Hedley Foundation]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Two dentists from North Shields are swapping drills for running shoes as they prepare to take on the Copenhagen Ironman &#8211; a gruelling test of endurance, determination and resilience &#8211; while raising funds for The Percy Hedley Foundation. Kathryn Eccles and Jamie Dury from Union Quay Dental on North Shields Fish Quay will compete in [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Heatwave warning: UK homes face £219m damage bill, as temperatures soar.</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/heatwave-warning-uk-homes-face-219m-damage-bill-as-temperatures-soar/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=heatwave-warning-uk-homes-face-219m-damage-bill-as-temperatures-soar</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:55:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Heatwave warning: UK homes face £219m damage bill]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Property experts urge homeowners to act now as soaring heat threatens foundations, roofs and frames across Britain Britain&#8217;s heatwave isn&#8217;t just uncomfortable — it could be quietly destroying your home. That&#8217;s the warning from property preservation specialists Timberwise, who say sustained high temperatures pose a serious and often invisible threat to the structural integrity of UK [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Clíodhna Ní Aodáin  Celebrates the Healing Wisdom of Nature   ‘For the Love of Trees’</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/cliodhna-ni-aodain-celebrates-the-healing-wisdom-of-nature-for-the-love-of-trees/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cliodhna-ni-aodain-celebrates-the-healing-wisdom-of-nature-for-the-love-of-trees</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:05:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Clíodhna Ní Aodáin Celebrates the Healing Wisdom of Nature ‘For the Love of Trees’]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Artist: Clíodhna Ní AodáinAlbum: For The Love Of Trees Label: Curve Blue Catalog #: CB2450UPC: 676767245024 Category: New Age &#124; Meditative &#124; Celtic Release Date: August 14, 2026 For many years, Clíodhna Ní Aodáin has felt a profound connection with trees and their quiet presence. Seeking to listen more deeply, she began taking her cello [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>From the Stands to the Song: Stevie Palmer Captures Scotland’s World Cup Dream in “Here We Go”</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:15:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[From the Stands to the Song: Stevie Palmer Captures Scotland’s World Cup Dream in “Here We Go”]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[Artist: Stevie PalmerSingle: Here We GoRelease Date:  &#160; Award-winning Scottish singer-songwriter captures a lifetime of football dreams, family memories, and national pride in a new anthem for Scotland supporters. Acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Stevie Palmer has released “Here We Go,” an uplifting football anthem inspired by Scotland’s enduring love affair with the beautiful game and the [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>As the heatwave bakes Britain, is your home on shifting ground? Check your area&#8217;s subsidence risk</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/as-the-heatwave-bakes-britain-is-your-home-on-shifting-ground-check-your-areas-subsidence-risk/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=as-the-heatwave-bakes-britain-is-your-home-on-shifting-ground-check-your-areas-subsidence-risk</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:34:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Weather]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[This week&#8217;s heatwave is drying the ground hard &#8211; and for millions of homes built on clay soil, that is exactly when subsidence risk creeps up. A new interactive subsidence map lets you check the picture where you live. The heatwave sweeping Britain this week is a welcome change for many. But for homeowners, prolonged [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>New data warns of hidden risks in allergen information when eating out</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:14:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[New data warns of hidden risks in allergen information when eating out]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[New data warns of hidden risks in allergen information when eating out New audit insights highlight gaps in how allergen information is managed across UK hospitality New industry data is highlighting potential risks in how allergen information is managed in UK hospitality, with audit findings showing recurring issues in how information is provided to customers [&#8230;]]]></description>
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		<title>Will you ‘Step up for the bears’?</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:56:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Will you ‘Step up for the bears’?]]></category>

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				<description><![CDATA[People across the UK are being invited to join International Animal Rescue’s (IAR) latest fundraising challenge and help bears rescued from captivity.  The “Step Up for Bears” virtual challenge runs throughout July 2026 and asks supporters to walk 56 miles; that’s 1 mile for each of IAR’s rescued bears in Armenia. Whether tackling the challenge [&#8230;]]]></description>
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