REI, the outdoor equipment company, said tent and sleeping bag sales are up this season, particularly when it comes to larger tents designed for three- and four-person families.

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His only equipment, apart from rubber-soled boots, was a bag of chalk slung at the back of his belt, into which he dipped his hands to dry the sweat and improve his grip.

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As well as providing training and equipment, Swansea council will also increase litter and dog fouling patrols as part of the Bag it!

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