Daily highlights from the West of England: an ex‑doctor jailed for illegal circumcisions has been ordered to pay just £1 because of no realisable assets. AI cameras logged about 4,500 incidents on the Frome Bypass in four months, prompting a possible speed‑limit review. Storm Claudia brought strong winds and rain while Great Western Railway advised passengers to check journeys. Lighter local stories include Morph appearing with meerkats at Longleat and a call for short‑term dog fosters over Christmas.
West of England roundup — Ex‑doctor ordered to pay £1; 4,500 AI camera incidents; Morph meets meerkats
Daily highlights from the West of England: an ex‑doctor jailed for illegal circumcisions has been ordered to pay just £1 because of no realisable assets. AI cameras logged about 4,500 incidents on the Frome Bypass in four months, prompting a possible speed‑limit review. Storm Claudia brought strong winds and rain while Great Western Railway advised passengers to check journeys. Lighter local stories include Morph appearing with meerkats at Longleat and a call for short‑term dog fosters over Christmas.
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West of England: Daily roundup
Here is a selection of notable stories from local websites and social media across the West of England.
£1 fine for jailed ex‑doctor — An ex‑doctor who was jailed in January for performing illegal circumcisions, including one reportedly carried out on a dining table in Bristol, has been ordered to pay just £1 because of a "lack of realisable assets," Bristol Live reports.
Frome Bypass incidents prompt review — Somerset Live says AI cameras recorded around 4,500 incidents on the Frome Bypass over four months. Authorities are considering reviewing the road's speed limit in response to the high number of incidents.
Titanic watch expected to fetch about £1m — A pocket watch belonging to a Titanic passenger is expected to attract around £1 million at auction.
Doctors' firm earns millions cutting waiting lists — Reports say a firm of doctors has made millions by providing services that reduce waiting times for patients.
Carnival performer injured — A carnival performer was injured after falling from a cart during a local event. Further details about their condition were not provided in initial reports.
Storm Claudia — Storm Claudia has brought strong winds and rain to the region. Great Western Railway said that, at the time of its update, a full train service was operating across the west but urged passengers to check both outward and return journeys before travelling.
Bristol Animal Rescue Centre asks for short‑term fosters — The Bristol Animal Rescue Centre has appealed for people to consider fostering a dog "just for Christmas," noting many regular foster carers are away during the festive period and extra help is needed.
Morph meets the meerkats — Longleat Safari Park said the Aardman character Morph has been spotted meeting the meerkats as part of its Festival of Light opening events.
Salisbury Museum seeks folk objects — Salisbury Museum is asking for donations of folk objects for a major exhibition in February, specifically corn dollies, handmade folk instruments, historic local folktales and local stumpwork.
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