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Norwich City Council Does Not Count Rough Sleeper Deaths In City
Norwich City Council has no idea how many rough sleepers have died in the city in the last five years: when they died, their gender, or their age.
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Spice In Norwich: Police Stats Chart Rise And Fall Of Dangerous Drug
Spice, the drug that turns people into 'zombies', has become a prison drug in Norwich.
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Norwich Cat Mutilations: Police Figures ‘Not A Full And Accurate Reflection’ Of Attacks
Norfolk Constabulary received reports on a spate of attacks on cats over a two week period in April 2019, but police figures don't count the attacks.
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Child Mental Health Issues Now Tackled Twice As Fast In Norwich
The waiting time between a child seeing a GP and being assessed by an NHS specialist is now just 16 days on average, down from 35 in 2014/15.
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Norwich Fly-Tipping: The Worst Streets Revealed
47 fines were issued for fly-tipping in Norwich over the last five years, with some streets repeat-offenders.
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Stanley Park Most Violent In Blackpool
Blackpool's Moor Park and Claremont Park have also seen violent crime blight them in the last several years.
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Identity & Society
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Norwich City Council Does Not Count Rough Sleeper Deaths In City
Norwich City Council has no idea how many rough sleepers have died in the city in the last five years: when they died, their gender, or their age.
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Norwich Cat Mutilations: Police Figures ‘Not A Full And Accurate Reflection’ Of Attacks
Norfolk Constabulary received reports on a spate of attacks on cats over a two week period in April 2019, but police figures don't count the attacks.
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Drug Arrests For Under 18s Fall 42% In Norwich
Drug arrests of young people fell in Norwich from 81 in 2018 to just 47 in 2019, down from a peak of 84 in 2017.
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Health
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Child Mental Health Issues Now Tackled Twice As Fast In Norwich
The waiting time between a child seeing a GP and being assessed by an NHS specialist is now just 16 days on average, down from 35 in 2014/15.
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Blackpool Opioid Overdoses Lowest In Five Years
Mixed news as several toddlers were hospitalised after overdosing on opioids in Blackpool.
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Blackpool Children Waiting 47 Days For Mental Health Support
Young people in Blackpool are being left waiting for specialist mental health care.
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Science & Tech
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The Social Media Landscape In 2019
In 2019, it is estimated that there are around 2 billion social media users around the globe. So why do these platforms interest people so much?
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How Music Helps Relieve Stress
Music helps me to relax when I’m struggling with work or school, and it can help you too.
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Everything You Need To Know About Apple AirPods
The lowdown on the new wireless headphones from Apple.
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Opinion
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Why I Believe Video Games Are Not Just A Waste Of Time
Video games have many qualities that improve both mind and body while having also allowing you to have fun.
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Why Black Males Should Not Be Seen As Intimidating
People need to get out of the habit of clutching their purses or crossing the street every time they see a black male walking towards them.
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Everyone Should Get A Three-Day Weekend: Here’s Why
A three-day weekend would better for all of us and could have an overall positive effect on the world. Here’s why.
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Misc
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How Does Exercise Promote A Long And Happy Lifestyle?
It is no secret that a healthy body and mind is crucial, and that those who take care of themselves are and will be the happiest in the future. So how does exercise help with this?
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Why You Should Play The Persona Series
The Persona series is a brilliant set of games that skilfully combines music, art and gameplay.
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The Philippines: What To Know Before You Go
This country is full of wonders and surprises, so if you’re looking for a location for your next holiday, the Philippines should be on your list!
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