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Ex-Burnley midfielder arrested after alleged assault as man hospitalised with injuries to face and ribs
Former Burnley midfielder and Fleetwood Town manager Joey Barton has been arrested after an alleged assault near a golf club.
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Joey Barton arrested following serious alleged assault near golf club
The former Burnley FC player and Fleetwood Town manager was one of two men arrested
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Toddler rushed to hospital after being bitten on face by dog at Leyland pub
Police said enquiries are underway to identify the dog's owners
Prison officer, 21, admits 'sexual relationship' with inmate at prison
Two other women from Lancashire have also pleaded guilty to offences in relation to the case