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Leeds Council plans roof repairs for historic Chapel Allerton Primary School

A historic primary school will have its roof fixed under plans for much-needed repairs. Work to replace slates and fit roof insulation is proposed for...

London councils criticised over damp and mould failures as Awaab’s Law comes into force

Several London councils have been called out for taking months and years to fix damp and mould in people’s homes, in the same week...

By-election date confirmed for Darlington’s Red Hall and Lingfield ward

A by-election to fill a vacant seat held by a former Labour councillor in Darlington will be held in December. Darlington Borough Council confirmed that...

Bradford leader welcomes launch of new UK Town of Culture competition

The Leader of Bradford Council, Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe, has welcomed the Government’s announcement of a new UK Town of Culture competition, saying it highlights...

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway’s Water Tower Visitor Centre shortlisted for national award

The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway’s Water Tower Visitor Centre has been shortlisted for a top honour at this year’s National Railway Heritage Awards,...

Premier Inn in Drighlington seeks to add 43 new bedrooms in major expansion plan

More than 40 bedrooms could be added to a budget hotel under plans to build an extension. Leeds City Council has been asked for planning...

Government inquiry into 227-acre Burnhope solar farm adjourned after council notification error

A proposal to build the solar farm by the applicant, Lightsource BP, to the north of Burnhope, near Lanchester, was approved by Durham County...

Plans submitted for ‘spacious’ dormer bungalow on former allotment site in Hetton

Plans to build a “spacious” dormer bungalow at an allotments site on the outskirts of Sunderland have been submitted to council development bosses. Sunderland City...

NHS in north-east London still behind on £367m savings target despite “improved position”

The NHS body overseeing healthcare in north-east London is still behind on cuts it needs to make. NHS North East London (NEL) says it is...

Kim McGuinness and Andy Burnham urge Government to guarantee real living wage for care workers

North East mayor Kim McGuinness at the launch of the Great North in Leeds. Photo: LDRS. Free to reuse for all LDR partners. The North...

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