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Thousands of families remain on housing waiting lists that now stretch beyond three years in some boroughs.
Retail vacancy rates in mid-sized English towns climbed again last quarter.
Network Rail has confirmed a series of weekend closures affecting the northern commuter belt throughout August.
A disused retail site is set to be converted into a diagnostic and outpatient facility.
Enrolment figures for post-16 education have risen sharply this year.
Updated modelling suggests a higher probability of winter flooding in low-lying areas.