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North East sets out to reduce ‘immoral’ child poverty rates

The North East has set out an ambition to lead the nation in bringing down “immoral” child poverty rates blighting the lives of thousands...
Slough

“They were forcing our hands.” Councillor expresses frustration over software firm demands

Slough Borough Council was ‘held over a barrel’ by a software firm forcing the hard-up local authority to spend tens of thousands of pounds...
Bradford & Keighley

New operator to be appointed for recently renovated Bradford Live after long closure

Bradford Live and Bradford Council announce that a process is underway to appoint a new operator for Bradford Live, the newly renovated, world class...
Durham

New measures approved by Durham County Council with changes to bin collections

Major changes to bin collections in County Durham have been approved. Households will receive new containers to store food waste and follow new rules for...
Community

City leaders agree £125k funding boost for community interest project

A community interest company supporting older people, vulnerable adults and people with disabilities is set to receive a major funding boost, following a decision by...
Education

Teachers on strike at schools in Reading and Slough

Teachers at two schools in Reading and Slough are striking after being denied paid time off for medical appointments. Members of the NEU union were...
Bradford & Keighley

Government inspector dismisses Silsden farm shop appeal despite controversy

A hugely controversial decision to refuse planning permission for a farm shop has been upheld by a Government Inspector. Plans by Isherwood’s butchers to build...
Bradford & Keighley

Nazim Ali Foundation spreads joy in Bradford with annual Mawlid in the City initiative

The Nazim Ali Foundation has organised its second annual Mawlid in the City initiative in Bradford and Keighley. It was also the 11th annual...
Bradford & Keighley

Petrol filling station granted 24 hours licence to serve alcohol despite objections

A petrol filling station will be allowed to serve alcohol 24 hours a day – despite fears it will increase crime and anti-social behaviour...
Newcastle

Newcastle council cabinet member quits after bullying complaint against leader

A cabinet member has resigned and bosses are facing calls for an independent investigation at Newcastle City Council, after an allegation of bullying against...
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