11 May 2021
The government has not allocated more than half of the cash it promised to help residents of tower blocks remove dangerous cladding from their buildings.
In the period up to 31 March this year, some £1.6bn was supposed to have been spent on the “remediation” of unsafe cladding on high-rise residential blocks.
But government figures show that only £757m of it had actually been approved by that time, representing just 47 per cent of the commitment.
The issue of cladding was drawn into focus on Friday as more than a hundred firefighters battled a blaze at New Providence Wharf in east London. Some 40 people needed treatment and two men were hospitalised after the incident, which led to protests over the weekend.
Edgbaston hostel shut down after months of misery
Residents joined forces with the police, their MP and council to gather evidence about anti social behaviour linked to exempt hostel Saif Lodge
15:44, 4 MAY 2021
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A court has ordered the temporary closure of a rundown hostel for vulnerable homeless people and ex prisoners in Edgbaston that has caused misery for its tenants and their neighbours.
Jenrick puts Todd’s controversial Leeds Bradford airport plans on hold
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Todd Architects’ plans for a new terminal building at Leeds Bradford airport hang in the balance after the government delayed a decision on whether to allow the airport’s expansion
Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick issued an Article 31 holding direction to give himself more time to consider whether to call in the proposals for the West Yorkshire airport.
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The decision comes as a further blow to AJ100 practice Todd Architects following the rejection last year of its expansion proposal for Bristol Airport over climate change concerns.
Council Tax rises looming in Stockton with very difficult decision required It’s a bit of a trick the Government is playing on all councils - saying we’ve got a boost of 4.5%, but failing to say 85% of that will have to be raised locally
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Our exciting plans include a project to address the derelict listed building and façade on Boutport Street by regenerating the listed building and providing a new gateway directly from the car park through to Butchers Row.
“We will be seeking to maximise the opportunities within the Pannier Market with options to redefine the space and improve facilities within, which could provide a home for the many artists, creators and makers local to North Devon.
“When combined, these proposals will give a new heart to Barnstaple, a unique destination that will boost footfall to the high street, providing an enhanced experience for all users.