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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

London estate laundry celebrates fresh start as council backs down on closure

Local residents successfully campaigned to reopen a community launderette closed by the council for higher rent.
The launderette serves as a social hub for the community, offering more than just washing and drying services. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Education

Aberdeenshire pupils with complex needs erased' from school photo

Parents expressed outrage after children with additional needs were excluded from school photos, leading to a backlash and refusal to purchase the images.
The photography company and local council apologized, launched investigations, and removed the link with the photos after the incident was brought to light. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Fulham clean air neighbourhoods took in almost 12m in fines last year

Schemes expect reduced revenue due to behavioral changes
Clean Air Neighborhoods aim to reduce pollution and traffic congestion. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

No heating or hot water for 7-year-old girl on dialysis awaiting kidney transplant

A seven-year-old girl with end-stage kidney failure and her family have been living without heating or hot water since before Christmas.
The family contacted their local council for help but have been left in limbo during a very difficult period.
The council has promised to install a new boiler within 24 hours. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Floral tributes to murdered teenager removed by local council

The family of a murdered teenager is upset that floral tributes are being regularly removed by the local council.
The family also requested a memorial bench at the scene but were denied by the council. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

On the eve of an election year, Rishi Sunak has a dilemma: at what point should he lose? | Isabel Hardman

Rishi Sunak is undecided on whether to hold a general election in May or the autumn.
The Tory party is facing challenges with demoralized and understaffed party machine and recovering from big local council losses. [ more ]
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