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England
When there is severe weather in England the BBC will share information about schools that have been affected.
Scroll down to find out information on your area. There are also lists of school closures in Scotland and Wales.
The BBC relies on schools and local education authorities to notify it of closures. If not listed, we advise you to contact your child's school to find out if it has been affected.
NHS boss set to retire next year
The head of the NHS in England Sir David Nicholson is stepping down from the post next year.
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A leaf from nature's book
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