Badger cull arrest
A man from Gloucester has been arrested on suspicion of assault by officers responding to the badger cull.
Minister defends Badger Cull
On the day that the badger cull is expected to get under way, the Environment Minister David Heath has justified the reasons for the controversial action.
Speaking on ITV's Daybreak programme, Mr Heath, the MP for Somerton & Frome said he understands the protestors' concerns, but insists he wants to see both healthy badgers and healthy cattle in the future.
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A wet start in the South West
Wednesday will be wet to start with and will remain overcast for much of the morning, perhaps with mist and hill fog for some.
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A damp start in the West
Wednesday will start damp and cloudy, perhaps with mist and hill fog for some.
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Rainy spells in the South West
A light breeze winds across the region, with clouds and rainy spells. There may be mist or fog in places.