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The German who claimed asylum: Just one strange local council incident.
The German who claimed asylum: Councils reveal their weirdest calls

By Ian Dunt From residents asking if they can roll up zebra crossings to requests to register the death of living people, local councils have published their weirdest requests from residents. The list – an attempt to introduce the public to how many varied and bizarre demands are placed on local councils in the course… Read more »

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New temporary bans will be introduced to tackle legal highs
Minister promises ‘temporary ban’ on new legal highs

By Ian Dunt The government will slap 12-month temporary bans on new substances as they emerge, the minister for crime prevention confirmed today. The plans, which had been proposed by home secretary Theresa May, will be put in legislation allowing for a maximum penalty of 14 years in prison and an unlimited fine for suppliers… Read more »