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Provides guidance on planning for retail and other town centre uses.
Definition of Rural areas using the Rural Urban Classification.
The MyTown campaign gives people a say in how a new generation of Town Deals, each worth up to £25 million, should transform the place they call home.
Local science fair in Whitehaven, West Cumbria goes from strength to strength.
The team's new canine ambassadors sparked chats on clean energy, local jobs and a future powered by fusion.
The guidance explains the neighbourhood planning system introduced by the Localism Act, including key stages and considerations required.
Lyons Inquiry into Local Government explored the future role, function and funding of local government - Place-shaping: a shared ambition for the future of local government.
Information and guidance on registering land as a town or village green.
Supports effective delivery of planning application process.
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