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Ambulance strike: Avoid risky activity during strike - health minister

A government minister has advised the public not to take risks when paramedics are on strike on Wednesday.

Speaking on BBC Breakfast, Will Quince said the Armed Forces - who will provide support during the industrial action - were not allowed to "break the law by driving through red lights".

20 December 2022

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Leeds & West Yorkshire

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Parkinson's implant restores man's walk

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