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  • Updates on Tuesday 25 April 2017

  1. That's it from uspublished at 22:03 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

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  2. Dad seeks answers for son's cell deathpublished at 21:47 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Daniel Adewole may have died hours before he was found by Prison Service staff, an inquest hears.

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  3. Which South East constituencies are most vulnerable to change?published at 21:32 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    The electoral map of the South East is almost exclusively blue at the moment, but whilst there are several very safe seats, there are also plenty of constituencies that could see a change in the upcoming election.

    We've compiled this list of the most vulnerable seats in Kent and Sussex.

  4. Pledge to review 'sex-for-rent' adspublished at 21:13 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    The justice secretary is to look into the issue of adverts offering people accommodation in return for sex.

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  5. A chilly start to Wednesdaypublished at 20:43 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Rachel Mackley
    Weather Presenter

    And there's even the possibility of hail. Here's my forecast.

  6. Bluewater expansion gets the go-aheadpublished at 20:01 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    BluewaterImage source, PA

    The Bluewater shopping centre near Dartford is set to expand, creating more than 2,000 jobs. 

    Planning permission has been granted for a major redevelopment, which will see five separate extensions to the shopping centre, and a re-configured layout. 

    Bluewater is set to increase in size by 20 per cent.

  7. Spring has sprung early at Heverpublished at 17:33 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Kathryn Langley
    BBC Live reporter

    The unusually warm weather we've been having has meant this year's tulip celebration at Hever Castle and Gardens has come early.

    Take a look at these beautiful blooms.

  8. Talks over Southern dispute adjournedpublished at 16:52 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Both sides hope to resolve a dispute over driver-only operated trains.

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  9. Exercise 'keeps mind sharp' in over-50spublished at 16:25 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    #GetInspired

    Two older people runningImage source, Getty Images

    Research has suggested that doing moderate exercise several times a week is the best way to keep the mind sharp if you're over 50.

    So if you're 'of a certain age' - or know someone who is and could benefit from a bit more movement - why not take a look at our Get Inspired guides to find something for them to get moving?    

  10. Justice Secretary response to sex for rent scandalpublished at 15:52 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    The Justice Secretary says she'll be looking into the issue of sex for rent, uncovered by a BBC South East investigation.

    She was responding to a question by the South East's only Labour MP.

  11. Shark attack mum to be airlifted to UKpublished at 15:14 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Frankie Gonsalves, whose husband punched the shark on the nose to free her, needs urgent trauma care.

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  12. Mum to be flown to UK after shark attackpublished at 13:45 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Lizzie Massey
    BBC Live reporter

    Frankie GonsalvesImage source, Family handout

    A mother attacked by a shark in the South Atlantic is to be airlifted to a London hospital on Wednesday, her father has said.

    Social worker Frankie Gonsalves was swimming with her husband Dean and two children off Ascension Island, when a shark bit down on her foot and leg.

    Mr Gonsalves punched the shark on the nose to free his wife, who managed to scramble back to shore.

    Doctors confirmed she will not lose her leg, but does need urgent trauma care.

    Speaking about the attack her father Irving Benjamin, from Deal, said: "Thank God it wasn't the kids."

    Louis, seven, and Katie, 10, were playing just metres away in the shallows of the bay when their mother was attacked.

    Mrs Gonsalves had worked as a children's social worker in St Helena for two years. Her contract was due to end this month but a promotion means the family will now stay in the British Overseas Territory another year.

  13. Deceptively sunnypublished at 13:36 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Kate Kinsella
    BBC Weather

    It may look lovely outdoors, but it's been a chilly morning and that's set to continue through the day. Expect some showers too.

    Find out more in my latest forecast.

  14. No decision on airports till Junepublished at 13:10 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    There'll be no decision on a new runway in the South East until after the general election.

    The Davis Commission recommended expansion of Heathrow, but Gatwick's owners are still hopeful they'll get the go-ahead instead.

    Heathrow AirportImage source, Getty Images
    Image caption,

    Heathrow

    The current public consultation ends on 25 May, but the Department for Transport has told the BBC it'll be for the next government to respond to whatever points it raises.  

    Gatwick AirportImage source, PA
    Image caption,

    Gatwick Airport

  15. Personal training offers plan B - Rousepublished at 12:45 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Kent wicketkeeper Adam Rouse says completing a personal training qualification allows him to play with more freedom.

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  16. Massive fly-tip found near Canterburypublished at 12:08 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Ian Palmer
    Reporter, BBC South East Today

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  17. 'You're more of a man if you're willing to speak about your problems'published at 11:32 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    Charlie Rose
    Reporter, BBC South East Today

    This musician rebuilt his life after depression, and is urging others to seek help.  

  18. Concerns over muscular dystrophy support in South Eastpublished at 10:29 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    People supporting patients with the muscle-wasting condition muscular dystrophy say they're getting a raw deal from the NHS in the South East.

  19. Have you got a story that needs to be investigated?published at 09:59 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    If so, get in touch with the award-winning BBC South East Today investigations team.  

  20. This morning's Kent newspaper headlinespublished at 09:34 British Summer Time 25 April 2017

    NewspapersImage source, Getty Images

    Kent Online, external: Alfie Armstrong dies of kidney disease days after donors stepped forward for transplant

    Kent News, external: Manston Airport should be renamed Sir Winston Churchill Airport say Lib Dems

    Kent Live, external: A man took pictures at Kent beauty spots and was shocked by what he saw