North West

British

noun

a province in N South Africa, created in 1994 from the NE part of Cape Province and part of Transvaal: agriculture and service industries. Capital: Mafikeng. Pop: 3 807 469 (2004 est). Area: 116 320 sq km (44 911 sq miles)

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It was a big relief for Niamh, too, who studies at the same college in the North West.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

"It has exploded and we can't keep up with the demand," Smith told BBC North West Tonight.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026

Its operating centres are where crucial controls are housed that let trains run safely across the country, with Manchester's centre responsible for large parts of the North West.

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026

Yellow alerts are also in place for North West, Yorkshire, West Midlands and the South West for the same period.

From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026

“This is the London and North West Railway, eleven oh seven train to London, making all local stops. Final destination will be Euston Staaaaayshun!”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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