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  Yate man, 51, fined £750 after being caught driving recklessly in doctor's surgery car park

  A Yate man has been fined £750 after being caught driving recklessly in a car park near a doctor's surgery.

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  Yate Jiu-jitsu chief takes home the belt after historic win

  One of the head coaches at a popular jiu-jitsu group in Yate is celebrating after winning the belt at a recent championship.

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  John Light on the best books to buy this Christmas

  I have cracked it. Christmas packing is something I have never mastered. Other people produce properly packed parcels with ease each one shaming my untidy offerings that are in danger of not reaching their destination.

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  WHAT'S ON: Six treats for the new year

  Here are some of the best treats for you or someone you love in the new year.

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  Conservative Luke Hall increases majority as he retains Thornbury and Yate seat

  Thornbury and Yate MP Luke Hall was re-elected throughout the night, increasing his already large majority, as the Conservative Party won big across the UK.

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  Residents given bad news after Post Office on Sodbury High Street remains closed

  Post Office HQ have confirmed that the branch on Sodbury High Street, that was due to re-open earlier this month, may not be restored until after Christmas.

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  LIVE: Reaction to South Gloucestershire election results

  Welcome to the Gazette's live blog with reaction to last night's results in South Gloucestershire. Coverage of the election in South Gloucestershire continues throughout the day with live reaction: Conservative Luke Hall has been re-elected with a majority of 30,202 votes. Claire Young (Lib Dem) 17,833 Rob Logan (Lab) 4,208 The turnout was 73%

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  What happens to MPs when they lose their seats in a general election?

  What happens after an MP loses their seat?