Catherine Shuttleworth

Bristol, England, London

writer | currently writing for @indy100 | prev editor @fizzymag 🖋 The Independent, Metro, Mashable, The Financial Diet, Passionfruit +

Articles

Easter Monday 2025 supermarket opening times, including Tesco, Asda, Lidl and more

4 days ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Ruby Flanagan |Catherine Shuttleworth

Supermarket opening times can differ during bank holidaysEaster Bank Holiday weekend is coming to close, and as always there are changes to supermarkets' opening hours. Many shops are shut on Easter Sunday, and as Easter Monday, April 21, is a bank holiday opening times can differ. So if you need to pick up any last minute bits, here is a list of the bank holiday opening times for major UK supermarkets, including Aldi, Tesco, and Asda.
Celebrity Big Brother feud involving Gemma Collins reignited nine years later

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

The drama resurfaced during an episode of This MorningAmerican television personality Tiffany Pollard seemingly hasn't gotten over her drama with TOWIE star Gemma Collins, after the pair got into a feud during their time on Celebrity Big Brother back in 2016. When the pair entered the Big Brother house almost ten years ago, the two women appeared as though they might strike up a friendship, but that changed during a now-iconic moment over a pair of shoes.
Netflix and Disney+ users warned as TV licence fee rises

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

Major changes could affect users of streaming servicesWith the BBC's charter up for renewal in 2027, there are speculations about what, if any, changes are brought to the TV licence fee. In April, the TV licence fee rose alongside inflation, now costing £174.50 per year. Last year, around 500,000 households cancelled their TV licence, with the number of paying households falling to 23.9 million. The BBC relies on the fee to fund its work.
Live A30 traffic as vehicle hits central reservation on Longrock bypass

1 week ago | cornwalllive.com | Catherine Shuttleworth

There are delays on the A30 Longrock bypass, near Penzance, in Cornwall this afternoon, Tuesday, April 15, after a vehicle crashed into the central reservation. A lane has been closed and there is very slow traffic in the area. We will keep you updated with our live blog below.
Arrest after man punched in the face

1 week ago | somersetlive.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was punched in the face in Taunton. The attack took place on Duke Street at around 1pm on Tuesday, March 25. The victim was left with minor face injuries. House-to-house enquiries have been carried out in the area by officers. CCTV footage has also been reviewed as part of the investigation. A man in his 30s was also arrested on suspicion of assault by beating.
Drivers risk £5,000 fine for failing to do one thing

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

Drivers are being urged to ensure they are driving safelyDrivers are being warned they could face fines of up to £5,000 and have their motor insurance policies cancelled if they travel with pets that are not properly secured. Sam Sheehan, motoring expert as Cinch, has issued an urgent warning to drivers who may be unaware of the Highway Code.
Devon farmers risk losing thousands of pounds as government scheme ends

1 week ago | devonlive.com | Emily Beament |Catherine Shuttleworth

A Devon farmer has spoken out about the "big consequences" he faces as a result of the abrupt closure of the sustainable farming incentive (SFI), leaving him, and many other farmers, financially strained. In March, the Environment Department (Defra) announced the immediate closure of the SFI. The scheme pays farmers in England for "public goods" such as insecticide-free farming, wildflower strips, and managing ponds.
Women report creep making distressing comments in Quedgeley

1 week ago | gloucestershirelive.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

Multiple women have reported being approached by a middle-aged man making unpleasant comments causing them distress and alarm. Following the incidents, police have released images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with public order offences. It has been reported that a man, believed to be in his 40s, has been approaching women and making inappropriate comments towards them. The man was seen near supermarkets, schools and businesses in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester last month.
Bristol faces heavy rain as Met Office issues weather warning

1 week ago | bristolpost.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

The wet weather is expected to last for days and daysThe Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Bristol and the west of Britain, with some areas facing up to 75mm of rain from today, Tuesday, April 15, until tomorrow, Wednesday, April 16. The weather warning comes into force at midday today and lasts until midday on Wednesday. Heavy rain is expected and could cause disruption to transportation on road and rail as conditions become treacherous.
Serious crash closes major A-road in both directions

1 week ago | somersetlive.co.uk | Catherine Shuttleworth

A key road near the Somerset-Wiltshire border is closed this morning, Tuesday, April 15, following a serious crash. The A303 Mere Bypass, about seven miles east of Wincanton, is currently closed in both directions. Investigation work is taking place. The crash happened between the B3092 Castle Street and the B3095 late last night, Monday, April 14. It is not clear how many vehicles were involved or how many people have been injured.