Summary

  • Updates on Friday, 16 September 2016

  • A1(M), M11 and A14 very slow

  • Ramsey councillor comes second in UKIP leadership contest

  • Weather warning in place for heavy rainfall

  1. That's all from uspublished at 17:59 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    That's it for Cambridgeshire Live for today. Thanks for your company.

    We'll be back from 08:00 tomorrow with the latest news, sport, weather and travel updates from around the county.

    If you'd like to catch up on the news, scroll down. Here are our big stories from today: 

    Enjoy the balmy evening.

  2. Weather: Humid tonight and warm tomorrowpublished at 17:06 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Julie Reinger
    BBC Look East weather

    It will be a dry night with clear spells and some patchy mist and fog. It’ll feel very humid, with temperatures falling no lower than 17-20C (63-68F).

    Weather

    Any mist and fog should clear tomorrow morning to leave another dry day, with further spells of sunshine,

    Temperatures inland could again climb to around 31C (88F), but onshore winds will keep it cooler on the coast.

    You can find more details on the BBC Weather website.

  3. Cambridge Film Festival line-up announcedpublished at 17:02 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    The Cambridge Film Festival's, external autumn programme has been announced, and includes an outdoor screening of The Big Lebowski at Jesus Green Lido.

    Cambridge Film Festival has partnered up with Cambridge Live to present a specially curated film night about Syd Barratt, including archival music promos and documentaries. The documentary Get All That, Ant?, made by Barrett’s former school friend and fellow art student Anthony Stern, will be premiered.  

    Other festival highlights include Ingrid Bergman's early films, The Four Companions, Intermezzo and A June Night. There will also be silent movies and a children's selection.

    Ingrid BergmanImage source, Hulton Archive
    Image caption,

    Ingrid Bergman's early films will be shown as part of the festival

    The festival runs from 20 - 27 October at the Arts Picturehouse Cinema, external and other venues across Cambridge. It's the event's 36th year.  

  4. Hot, hotter, hottestpublished at 16:34 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    Temperatures in Cambridgeshire have been in the 30C (80F) range today. The official forecast is all well and good, but an unusually hot day wouldn't be complete without a quick photo of car dashboard readings.

    This one is from John Devine, in March, at 14:30 this afternoon.

    Car dashboard temperature gaugeImage source, Johnny Devine

    This was recorded an hour ago in Harston, by Charles:

    Car dashboard temperature gaugeImage source, Charles McLaughlin

    And for good measure, this is my car, just now.

    I've just remembered I left some chocolate in the glove box ...

    Car dashboard temperature gauge
  5. The Davis Cup comes to Cambridge as part of legacy tourpublished at 15:24 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sam Edwards
    BBC Radio Cambridgeshire

    At 4ft high and 3.5ft wide, it's one of the biggest trophies in the world of sport.

    And it nearly dwarfed these children at a Cambridge school yesterday.

    Davis Cup

    Tennis' Davis Cup has three layers of plaques, on which sits a small cup. It was won by Great Britain last year for the first time since the 1930s, by a team led by Wimbledon and Olympic Champion, Andy Murray.

    Davis Cup

    The team are preparing to take on Argentina in the semi-final in their defence of the title, but the cup is on tour, stopping off at the Leys School in Cambridge, external.

    Davis Cup
  6. Another stuck lorry at notorious Ely bridgepublished at 15:09 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    Train journeys were delayed for 90 minutes this morning when a lorry became stuck under a railway bridge outside Ely.

    The bridge, which was once called "the most bashed bridge in Britain, external", is on the A142 Stuntney Road near Ely station.

    Lorry stuck under railway bridge at ElyImage source, Spotted In Ely
  7. A1M closed at Peterborough following vehicle firepublished at 15:02 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    BBC Travel

    The A1M is blocked at the A605 junction, just before the services, following a car fire.

    Traffic is queuing for several miles at the A47 junction at Wansford, and drivers are advised to seek an alternative route.

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  8. Local paper round-up: Motorcycle accident and arrest following police chasepublished at 14:38 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    Let's take a look at what else is happening around Cambridgeshire:

    A driver who was heavily under the influence of drink and drugs has been arrested following a police chase, reports the Cambs Times, external.

    And the Peterborough Telegraph has news of a serious accident involving a motorcyclist, external on the A605 near Oundle.

  9. Anderson suffers serious knee injurypublished at 14:08 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Peterborough midfielder Jermaine Anderson is likely to miss the rest of the season after suffering knee ligament damage.

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  10. Paralympic stories 'far from the experience of most people with disabilities'published at 14:05 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    Writer Ross Clark, from Reach near Newmarket, says the "uplifting stories" of the Paralympics are very far from the experience of most people with disabilities. 

    He says there is so much to admire in the Paralympics, but it's difficult to watch as it shows the "upper end of ability".  

    His 19-year-old daughter Eliza has a severe learning disability and some physical disabilities.

    Jonnie Peacock's running bladeImage source, Getty Images

    Speaking to BBC Radio Cambridgeshire this morning, Mr Clark said the Games give the impression all disabled people can achieve in sport and the only thing that holds people back is "a lack of ambition, or other people's low expectations".

    Speaking about his daughter, Mr Clark said she doesn't understand the competitive element of the events and doesn't have the capability to be inspired by it.

    He told the BBC: "When bringing up a child with a learning disability, 90% of challenge is not teaching them new things, it's about dealing with challenging behaviour."

  11. Major study identifies genes that control blood pressurepublished at 13:32 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    A major study co-led by Cambridge University scientists, external has identified new parts of our genetic make-up that control blood pressure.

    Blood pressure checkImage source, Getty Images

    The discoveries include DNA changes in three genes that have much larger effects on blood pressure than previously seen. 

    High blood pressure or hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and premature death. 

    Study author, Dr Joanna Howson from the University of Cambridge, said: "While we have known for a long time that blood pressure is a risk factor for coronary heart disease and stroke, our study has shown that there are common genetic risk factors underlying these conditions."

  12. Roald Dahl day encourages frothbuggling behaviourpublished at 13:29 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    There be much gloriumptious and splendiferous celebrating in Cambridgeshire today as schools mark the 100th birthday of the writer Roald Dahl.

    These children at Thomas Eaton primary in Wimblington have been encouraged to turn themselves into Oompa Loompas, BFGs, Grandpa Joes and even a golden ticket by their teacher, Jo Turner.

    Media caption,

    Roald Dahl's 100th birthday celebrated in Cambridgeshire

    Absolutely whoopsy wiffling!

  13. Panthers promoter hints he could quit at end of seasonpublished at 13:14 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Peter Swan
    BBC Radio Cambridgeshire sport

    In speedway, Peterborough promoter Ged Rathbone has hinted he could quit the Showground come the end of the season. 

    Speedway riderImage source, Getty Images

    The Panthers retain a slim chance of reaching the Premier League play-offs following last night's 46-43 win over Rye House. Rathbone admits their recent form has been disappointing.

    He told us the last few weeks have "been hard".

    "We've come in for a lot of personal abuse from some members of the public," he said.

    "I've got to seriously think about the amount of time and effort and finances I put into the club, even though I love Peterborough."

  14. Reports - 'Sonic boom' heard north of Peterboroughpublished at 12:26 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Helen Burchell
    BBC News

    The Peterborough Telegraph reports, external many of its readers heard a loud bang, thought to be a sonic boom, over the area north of Peterborough late this morning.

    We've just spoken to the Ministry of Defence, which tells us it has had no reports of anything in the area. 

    If we find out more we'll bring it to you.

  15. Derailed empty train at Welwyn Garden City causing disruptionpublished at 11:30 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    An empty passenger train that derailed at low speed last night at Welwyn is still causing disruption to services today.

    With engineers trying to re-rail the train, it is affecting journeys between Stevenage and London King's Cross/Moorgate. 

    TrainImage source, South Beds News Agency

    Great Northern says delays and cancellations, external are likely to last until the end of the day and there are rail replacement buses.

    We're trying to find out what caused the derailment.

  16. Stay safe in the sunpublished at 11:00 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Caroline Kingdon
    BBC Local Live

    With temperatures expected to reach 30C (86F), making it the hottest September day for more than 40 years, the East of England Ambulance Trust, external has issued the following advice on how to stay safe in the sun.

    • Keep hydrated and wear a hat
    • Use a high-factor sun cream and top up regularly - the sun is at its hottest between 11:00 and 15:00
    • Use insect repellent if you're prone to bites

    Two blue-striped deckchairs, on a pebbly beach, with a red umbrella and beach visitorsImage source, Getty Images

    And if you're planning a barbecue, make sure the food is cooked thoroughly - and protect yourself and others from flames.

    The NHS non-emergency helpline, 111, is open 24 hours a day - alternatively see your GP or pharmacist if you need medical help.

  17. Your views: Election boundary changes - 'Are we there to make up the numbers?'published at 10:21 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    So how do people living on the Cambridgeshire border feel about voting for someone in another county?

    Lesley Murfitt, who's a farmer in Littleport, told us: "One politician is much like the other, but I find it very strange to be in a town where I'll be voting for a Norfolk MP but being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council." 

    "Are we going to be the poor relation, there to make the numbers up? If you are going to change, change the lot," he said.

    Photo of ballot boxImage source, Getty Images

    Get in touch with your views today via emailFacebook, external or Twitter, external. You can find out if your constituency is being affected by the proposals here, external.

  18. Election boundary changes: Local MPs' reactionspublished at 09:49 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    Here's what some of our MPs think about the proposed election boundary changes for the next general election in 2020.

    Jonathan Djanogly, MP for Huntingdon, external, could lose The Offords and Abbotsley to South Cambridgeshire MP Heidi Allen, but thinks the proposals are sound...

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    Heidi Allen MP, external has told us that losing Melbourn was a particular shock and that the "really disappointing thing is losing my little bit of the city, Queen Edith's - including Addenbrooke's - which I've really enjoyed representing. It gives me such a different view from what is predominantly rural Cambridgeshire."

    When asked what it might mean for people who live in Cambridgeshire but may be represented by a Hertfordshire MP, she said: "It's going to be a little bit confusing from a council point of view.

    "People do adjust. There is already quite a draw to Royston and the station. I suspect people won't feel quite such a disconnect." 

  19. Election boundary proposals: Proposed changes to Cambridge and Peterboroughpublished at 09:26 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    As we've mentioned, parts of Cambridgeshire's election boundaries could be lost to Norfolk and Hertfordshire under plans published today by the Boundary Commission, external.

    But none of our county's constituencies remain unchanged.   

    Ballot boxes in polling stationsImage source, Getty Images

    Some other proposed changes include:

    • Cambridge City to gain Milton and Queen Edith's from South Cambridgeshire. 
    • South Cambridgeshire to gain Gransden, The Offords and Fulbourn
    • Peterborough to incorporate more of Fletton and Woodstone

    The changes are not definite, with a consultation running until 5 December, external.

    The final proposals will be published in 2018 and any changes won't come in until the General Election in 2020. 

    Despite changes to election boundaries, voters would still remain in the same county and local authority.

  20. Election boundary proposals: Melbourn and The Mordens could become part of North East Hertspublished at 09:14 British Summer Time 13 September 2016

    Sue Dougan
    BBC Local Live

    The other big changes proposed by the Boundary Commission are in the south of the county.

    Bassingbourn, Melbourn and The Mordens could move out of Heidi Allen's South Cambridgeshire constituency to North East Hertfordshire, which has been held by Conservative Oliver Heald since 1997. 

    As well as losing her home village - Steeple Morden - Heidi Allen is also set to lose the Queen Edith's ward in Cambridge to Cambridge City.   

    Ms Allen says she'll be "disappointed to lose my little bit of the city".

    Steeple Morden village signImage source, Bikeboy/Geograph

    Nationwide, the proposal is to reduce the number of MP seats from 650 to 600, with the main aim to even out the number of constituents in each area. Each will have about 75,000 voters.

    Cambridgeshire has a growing population, with some constituencies currently having 84,000 voters registered.