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Sewage in our Rivers

The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.

14 Sep 2022
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Feedback on a Council Debate on the Wearing of Robes

A meeting of the Borough Council on 14th December took some considerable time to debate whether or not to continue the practice of wearing robes at business meetings. Liberal Democrat councillors have not worn robes at business meetings for almost 20 years, but consider them entirely appropriate to wear at ceremonial occasions, e.g. at Remembrance Day ceremonies, and at important civic functions.

15 Dec 2010
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Five days to stop stalking

Wolverhampton's Euro MP Liz Lynne and stalking abuse survivors are mounting a last minute drive to persuade MEPs to back EU-wide action against stalking.

15 Dec 2010
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Article 4 Direction on HMOs

Newcastle City Council has given notice of its intention to make an Article 4 Direction across parts of eight wards in the city. This means that landlords must seek planning permission to convert family homes into Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) with up to 6 tenants within these designated areas. HMOs with 7 or more tenants will continue to require planning permission no matter where they are situated in the City.

15 Dec 2010
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