As it happened: West of England

1. Updates from across the West of England on Wednesday 15 February 2017

Goodnight from the BBC West of England live page

We hope you've enjoyed our updates and videos today - although it's a shame about the football this evening.

We're back tomorrow from 7am with more news, sport and weather for across the Westcountry.

Before we sign off for today, here's Ian Fergusson with a look at how Storm Doris will affect our region tomorrow:

Storm Doris is on its way tomorrow, so expect some windy weather.

Bristol City loses 0-2 against Fulham

Not the best performance for our home team this evening - let's hope it's a better performance next time.

Bristol City v Fulham: Added time of at least six minutes

Campaign sees road past school closed

Campaign sees road past school closed

Children say they feel safer now that a popular rat run cutting through Ashton Gate Primary School in Bristol has been closed to traffic. 

The city council decided to use planters to block off the road for 18 months - to see what difference it makes - after parents campaigned to make the crossing safer. 

Swindon and Cricklade's heritage railway vandalised

Volunteers at Swindon and Cricklade's heritage railway say they're sickened and devastated after vandals targeted two of their carriages.

Graffiti was found on a vintage Gloucester Rail Cart up from the platform at Blunsdon station.

Heritage railway vandalised

GOAL: Bristol City FC v Fulham

Fulham's scored again, it's not looking good for Bristol City:

Miss Moneypenny actress remembered in Frome

A blue plaque has been put on the former home of Lois Maxwell

A blue plaque has been put up at the former home of Lois Maxwell, the first Miss Moneypenny to appear in the James Bond films. 

The Canadian actress lived in Frome from 1994 - 2002, she died in 2007.

Half time at Bristol City v Fulham match

Let's hope Bristol City score in the second half - they're trailing 0-1 to Fulham.

'Positive' move to educate parents in Bristol about FGM

Avon and Somerset Police say they now have two active investigations into cases of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). 

It's illegal here - but it's common in many African countries and is a particular concern in areas of Bristol where many Somali and Sudanese women live. 

Earlier a leading FGM charity, Forward, held a meeting in Bristol to share ideas on how perceptions of it can be changed.

They also educated parents about the implications of taking their daughters abroad to have FGM carried out.

Parents are told about FGM laws in the UK and the harm it causes to women and girls.

GOAL: Bristol City v Fulham: 0-1 Fulham

Bristol v Fulham match starting soon

Bristol City take on Fulham tonight at Ashton Gate in a re-arranged fixture. 

City are currently one place and two points above the Championship relegation zone. 

They'll have to do without their leading scorer Tammy Abraham who is out for at least 2 to 3 weeks with a leg injury. 

Billy Burns making good progress

Billy Burns making good progress

Gloucester's director of rugby has said fly-half Billy Burns, who received lengthy treatment during their victory over Saracens last week, is recovering well.

The Cherry and Whites beat Saracens 31-23 at Kingsholm last Friday but the game was interrupted when Burns went down after a try-saving tackle in the corner and was eventually taken off on a stretcher with an oxygen mask.

David Humphreys says he was taken to hospital but his injuries were not found to be serious.

Businesses question higher than average rates rise

It appears the increase from April could depend on the side of the street firms are on.

Companies in Somerset facing big increases in their business rates from April are questioning how the charges have been calculated. 

In West Somerset rates are going up by an average of more than 60 per cent - one of the largest rises in the country.

The Valuation Office Agency says it won't comment on individual cases but that rateable values are influenced by a number of factors, including the potential rental value of properties.

CCTV footage released in search for Lewis Ball

CCTV footage released in search for Lewis Ball

Avon and Somerset Police have released CCTV footage of Lewis Ball, who has been missing since 5 February. 

The 26-year-old failed to return home from a night out at the Thekla nightclub on The Grove, Bristol.

Officers say the footage shows Mr Ball was still in the area about 20 minutes after he left the nightclub.  

Teenagers arrested over bomb hoax call

Two boys aged 15 and 16 have been arrested on suspicion of making a bomb hoax call after businesses on Solstice Park near Amesbury were evacuated yesterday.

The evacuation followed what police said were two suspicious phone calls and saw the premises closed for several hours while officers and a dog carried out searches. Nothing of concern was found.

DS Mike Standing said: "These calls were taken very seriously and caused a great deal of disruption and concern for the public and the businesses in Solstice Park. 

"We appreciated the patience and understanding of staff and customers yesterday during the safety evacuation and searches. 

"Enquiries locally have quickly identified two suspects and we are satisfied that there is no risk to the public."

Race group Taser officer investigated

Tree down on A4: Teenager taken to hospital

The ambulance service says a teenager was taken to hospital following the tree being blown down on the A4 in Brislington.

They say their injuries are not thought to be serious.

The tree also hit a car but no one was trapped. 

The road has now been reopened and the tree has been removed.

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Tree down on A4: Car hit and buses diverted

Police say the tree which blew down onto the A4 in Brislington hit a car but no one was injured.

The incident is still causing traffic problems and motorists are asked to avoid the area.