Nick Clark

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Image source, GoogleImage caption, Slough Borough Council announced plans to close Cippenham and Langley (pictured) libraries in DecemberLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceA 2,000-signature petition "strongly opposing" the proposed closure of two libraries is set to be debated by councillors. Slough Borough Council announced plans to close Cippenham and Langley libraries in December.

6 days ago | bbc.com | Nick Clark

Hundreds sign petition opposing library closures Nick ClarkLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceGoogleSlough Borough Council announced plans to close Cippenham and Langley (pictured) libraries in DecemberA 2,000-signature petition "strongly opposing" the proposed closure of two libraries is set to be debated by councillors. Slough Borough Council announced plans to close Cippenham and Langley libraries in December.

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Nick Clark

Image source, LDRSImage caption, Councillors initially gave the project planning permission, against officers' advice, in July 2023 Local Democracy Reporting ServiceThe developer behind a half-built block of flats that breached planning permission has lost its appeal against a council order to demolish or amend it. Wexham Construction Ltd only had permission for a block of flats of up to four storeys on Wexham Road, Slough – but built six storeys instead.

1 week ago | bbc.com | Nick Clark

Nick ClarkLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceThe developer behind a half-built block of flats that breached planning permission has lost its appeal against a council order to demolish or amend it. Wexham Construction Ltd only had permission for a block of flats of up to four storeys on Wexham Road, Slough – but built six storeys instead.

1 week ago | bbc.com | Nick Clark

Nick ClarkLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceReporting fromSloughMore than a thousand homeless families are facing waits of up to 10 years in "expensive" and "mixed quality" temporary accommodation, a council has said. Slough Borough Council said it was forecast to spend £30m on temporary accommodation this year after demand skyrocketed.