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Taxi drivers call for fare rise amid soaring costs

Taxi drivers want to double their minimum fare to help them cope with rising fuel and living prices.

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Reading Bridge

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    Cardiff City have signed out-of-contract Reading midfielder Andy Rinomhota on a deal until 2025.

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    Scrutiny meeting abandoned over leadership row

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