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February 13, 2026
February 12, 2026
Bristol: Official guide 2026
Please click here to view this guide online
Downloadable maps of Bristol City Centre, Clifton Village, transport options and walks can be found here
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Bath: Official guide 2026
Please click here to read this guide online
Downloadable maps of Bath's City Centre, parking options and gardens can be found here
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First Defence Finance: Earn £5 for every friend you refer to First Defence Finance this February
Earn £5 for every friend you refer to First Defence Finance this February using your unique link.
1. Log in & get your unique link
2. Share it with anyone who could benefit from joining our credit union.
3. Ask them to choose “Family, friend, or colleague” when the sign-up form asks how they heard about us.
4. Get £5 for you and £5 for your friends after every successful referral.
There’s no limit.* Invite one friend or ten and watch your savings grow!
Log in on their app to generate your link: bit.ly/GenerateYourLink
Or on their website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/log-in
*Terms and conditions apply. Over 18's only. First Defence Finance is a trading name of Plane Saver Credit Union Ltd. Plane Saver Credit Union is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Ref: 213609. All deposits are protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for up to £120,000. Find the full terms and conditions on our website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/refer-a-friend
1. Log in & get your unique link
2. Share it with anyone who could benefit from joining our credit union.
3. Ask them to choose “Family, friend, or colleague” when the sign-up form asks how they heard about us.
4. Get £5 for you and £5 for your friends after every successful referral.
There’s no limit.* Invite one friend or ten and watch your savings grow!
Log in on their app to generate your link: bit.ly/GenerateYourLink
Or on their website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/log-in
*Terms and conditions apply. Over 18's only. First Defence Finance is a trading name of Plane Saver Credit Union Ltd. Plane Saver Credit Union is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Ref: 213609. All deposits are protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for up to £120,000. Find the full terms and conditions on our website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/refer-a-friend
February 11, 2026
Staffordshire - Flood Warnings and Alerts

With periods of heavy rain which have affected parts of Staffordshire, here's a reminder to check the latest flood warnings and alerts in your area.
The Environment Agency provides up to date information so you can stay prepared and make safe decisions about travel and personal safety.
🚗 Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater, even shallow water can be dangerous
🛣️ Plan journeys carefully and allow extra time if conditions are poor
🚨 Follow advice from emergency services if flooding affects your area
👵 Look out for vulnerable neighbours or family members, especially during weather‑related disruptions
🔗 Check the current flood warnings and alerts here: https://orlo.uk/oZbjW
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Oxfordshire: Fostering with Oxfordshire County Council
Fostering with Oxfordshire County Council and the difference it makes.
It might be early days and you're just curious, you may have questions that you would like answering or have been thinking about fostering for a while - take a look at the website for more information.
Click HERE for more information.
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