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600+ sign green belt development petition
More than 660 people have signed a petition amid fears green belt off Clent View Road in Stourbridge could be given over for a new housing development. Green Party campaigner…
Read moreCourt of Appeal hears challenge against health service changes
Campaigners face an anxious wait before learning if they have finally triumphed in a lengthy legal battle against health service changes. The Save South Tyneside Hospital group took its challenge…
Read more2,000 new homes plan sparks anger over lack of consultation
Westgate Town Council says community concerns over a 2,000 homes development in the village have been ignored. Millwood Designer Homes intends to submit a hybrid planning application – for both…
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Heritage group blast council proposals as flawed
A heritage group has told town hall bosses it is ‘wholly opposed’ to plans which would see a 16th century chapel no longer operate as a museum. Stockport council is…
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Parents accuse council of plans to quietly close nursery without consultation
Parents have accused Highland Council of “quietly” deciding to close their children’s nursery without any consultation. Letters were sent out announcing the proposed closure of Brora Nursery last week, which…
Read moreRight to moan even if you don’t take part? Council leader thinks not…
The leader of a council has slammed people who complain but don’t participate in public consultations saying their “ignorance” stops them from taking part. Cllr Darren Rodwell was speaking at…
Read moreDecision on respite centre to go back out to consultation
Proposals to close a number of ‘short break’ centres for adults with disabilities in Hertfordshire are to go through a second consultation process with Herts County Council. The council drafted…
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Marcelo Bielsa. The authentic approach to planning application consultation & thinking outside of the village hall.
We’re living in a world that craves authenticity. Whether it’s authentic street food, immersive urban experiences or brands with a social purpose, we’re all looking for the real deal. And…
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Scottish Community Council questions time frame of consultation
An Aberdeen community council has urged the council to extend its consultation on roads issues in the area. The city council is looking to gather public opinion on behalf of…
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