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<Slug>SCOUT 2</Slug>
<TEXT>A Burnham Scout Leader who abused 4 children over a 23 year period - will be sentenced later...

David Burland who's 54 and from Ramsay Way was convicted last friday of 33 child sex offences involving 3 young boys and a girl.

He'll be sentenced today at Taunton Crown Court.
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<Slug>snow 8</Slug>
<TEXT>Drivers are being warned ice could be a problem on the roads this morning - as forecasters warn the freezing conditions will last into the weekend.

There's been several centimetres of snow in some places overnight.
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<Slug>025 GANGS PREDDIE</Slug>
<TEXT>There's going to be more support for girls who have been victims of sexual
violence in gangs.

The government's giving 1-point-2 million pounds of cash towards setting up a
support network.

The Young People's Advocates will warn schoolgirls of the risks of rape and
sexual abuse.

Chris Preddie is a former gang member and a youth campaigner against gang
culture.

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<Slug>cannabis 8</Slug>
<TEXT>New research claims the chances of a serious car crash almost double if a driver's smoked cannabis.

Scientists have found that getting behind the wheel within 3 hours of taking the drug significantly increases the risk of a deadly accident.
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<Slug>PROPERTY 2</Slug>
<TEXT>Police are trying to find out who owns a bundle of jewellery - found dumped beneath a hedge in Weston.

It was discovered in the lay-by at Bleadon on Monday - and contains chains, pearl necklaces, earrings and bracelets - as well as a small photograph of a man.
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<Slug>hamster 8</Slug>
<TEXT>A hamster has been dumped by bins in freezing conditions in London with a note saying "I cannot afford to look after her any more". 

The Blue Cross is now looking for a new home for the tiny pet named 'Snowball'..
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<TEXT>Nova news - now you're up to date
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