Communities gain power to block vape shops and save pubs in 5bn plan
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Communities gain power to block vape shops and save pubs in 5bn plan
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"The government has unveiled an investment of up to 5 billion aimed at revitalising high streets, parks, and public spaces across the country. The funding initiative, part of the new 'Pride in Place' programme, is designed to empower communities in 339 neighbourhoods to spearhead local renewal efforts. A core component of the plan will see 169 areas receive 2 million annually for a decade, providing a total of 3.5 billion to ensure long-term planning certainty."
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