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Booster Covid jabs will be needed for some people but more evidence is needed before any decision's made on a wider rollout of 3rd doses according to Bristol University's Prof Adam Finn. He's live on @bbcpointswest @6.30pm. Ask him vaccination questions now - pointswest@bbc.co.uk
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BBC Points West retweeted
MEDIA: Our @EmiratesFACup meeting with Manchester City has seen us reach a global audience in the past seven days. 5⃣.8⃣ million watched on @BBCOne 1⃣4⃣.5⃣ million impressions on Twitter Take a look at some of the coverage we've picked out ➡️ ctfc.com/news/2021/january/g… #ctfc
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BBC Points West retweeted
B4213 at #Tirley and A417 #Maisemore have been closed due to the rising river levels.
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BBC Points West retweeted
We’d like to thank all those who chose to join an online protest this morning rather than attend in person. More than 150 people joined a video call after organisers of a protest due to take place outside Bristol Mags’ Court urged people to respect coronavirus regulations.
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Despite the snowy conditions, yesterday we were there for the people of Wiltshire and surrounding areas, including Bath. We were called to five incidents and airlifted/assisted patients to the @RUHBath, @SalisburyNHS and @GWH_NHS - who we all wish a speedy recovery.
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BBC Points West retweeted
Bin collections have been suspended in the Forest of Dean because of the icy conditions
❗❗Bin collections for Forest of Dean district suspended for 25 January❗❗ To protect the safety of road users and our crews we will not be sending out our lorries due to the current dangerous road conditions. A 25 tonne+ lorry losing control on ice is a risk not worth taking.

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BBC Points West retweeted
In the first two weeks of 2021, 46% of people in England watched the regional news on @BBCOne Our teams will continue to bring you the latest news and information throughout the lockdown. 📲 bbc.in/3bYo7Md
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What is your experience of you or your relatives getting vaccinated for Covid-19? Has it gone well - or have there been issues and delays? Let us know. Email our news team: pointswest@bbc.co.uk
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There are 60 minute delays on the approach to this #M5 incident above usual journey times spanning 5.1 miles. Average speeds on approach to the incident are approximately 15 mph.
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TRAVEL In Somerset at A30 Milborne Port the High Street is partially blocked in both directions due to an accident at East Street. Traffic is coping well.
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More details regarding the growing Covid-19 outrbreak at the University of Bristol on BBC Points West on BBC One at 1.30pm and 6.30pm today....,
🦠 There has been a Covid-19 outbreak at @BristolUni's Courtrooms accommodation. 🚪All 300 students living here are being told to self-isolate by the university. 40 students living here have tested positive so far.
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LONG DELAYS on the #M5 between J20 #Clevedon and J19 #Portishead due to a multi vehicle collision. Slow moving traffic from J21. Plan ahead and allow additional time for your journey.
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#M5 Northbound J20 #Clevedon to J19 #Portishead, all lanes are now running but there is a lot of congestion which has resultantly built. Congestion is building on the South West network. #BankHoliday
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#M5 Northbound between J20 #Clevedon and J19 #Portishead, lanes 3 and 4 are currently closed due to a 10 vehicle Road traffic Collision. Congestion is building. Please take care on approach.
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BBC Points West retweeted
UPDATE: A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident and he's been released under investigation while our enquiries continue.
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For more news and updates from around the West head over the the BBC West stream @BBCBristol Photography by PixL Adjustt
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BBC Points West retweeted
So, @DavidGarmston and I will be bringing you a special @bbcpointswest tonight on the eve of further easing of lockdown. Tell me, will you be off to the pub?
9% Yes - can’t wait!
91% No way!
1,439 votes • Final results
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