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'Woefully inadequate': MP says latest crash proves A5 through Shropshire must be a dual carriageway

'Woefully inadequate': MP says latest crash proves A5 through Shropshire must be a dual carriageway

North Shropshire MP Owen Paterson was today meeting officials in Westminster to reiterate the case for making the A5 through the county a dual carriageway.

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Peaky blinder: The Wrekin inspires Poundland to launch Toblerone-rivalling chocolate bar

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Two illegal workers arrested during immigration operation at Telford Subway

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Man taken to hospital after battery explosion in Welshpool

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Cliff Richard at Walcot Hall: Star and fans are wired for sound - with pictures

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Cliff Richard fans at Walcot Hall: Why we LOVE Cliff - watch the video

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Paul Hurst: More to come from Shrewsbury Town signing Bryn Morris

Paul Hurst: More to come from Shrewsbury Town signing Bryn Morris

Paul Hurst believes there is more to come from Bryn Morris, after agreeing a deal to join Shrewsbury Town.

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Bryn Morris thrilled to sign up with Shrewsbury Town

Bryn Morris thrilled to sign up with Shrewsbury Town

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Wolves owner Fosun sees shares plummet

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Shrewsbury Town sign midfielder Bryn Morris on two-year deal

Shrewsbury Town sign midfielder Bryn Morris on two-year deal

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AFC Telford transfer news: Rob Smith close to bringing in defender

AFC Telford transfer news: Rob Smith close to bringing in defender

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Mel Eves: Pre-season should help new boss Nuno stamp his mark on Wolves

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Paul Hurst: More to come from Shrewsbury Town signing Bryn Morris

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Shrewsbury Town sign midfielder Bryn Morris on two-year deal

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AFC Telford transfer news: Rob Smith close to bringing in defender

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Cliff Richard fans at Walcot Hall: Why we LOVE Cliff - watch the video

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Urge for relief for Shropshire businesses facing rates rise

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Angry stats are misused

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