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Stoke
6 Items
A look at the work of the International Road Rescue Training Centre.
5 mins
The Cop, The Kidnap and The Killer
1. The Perfect Detective
Detective Chief Superintendent Robert 'Bob' Booth is tested by the rarest of crimes.
02 Dec 2025,·32 mins
Katie Frimston has trained animals for all kinds of work in TV, advertising and events.
4 mins
A plan to tackle empty buildings
What is being done to tackle empty and derelict buildings in our towns?
24 Sep 2026,·6 mins
Confessions of... A Teacher
It’s fingers on lips - as we get a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of teaching.
25 Sep 2026,·9 mins
Why a Primark plan could be another crippling setback for the city centre.
3 mins
