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People who are exposed to pesticides through their work may face a significantly higher risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as motor neurone disease (MND), according to a new review of international research.

The discovery of asbestos fibres in beach sand at levels considered potentially hazardous has led to the closure of a popular beach in Plymouth and prompted a wider environmental investigation that could have implications for the management of contaminated coastal sites.