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Targeted training for early language and numeracy

The government is providing funding for training to help two to four year-olds with language and mathematic skills, as part of early years recovery investment.

Boosting hedgerows by 40 per cent could help nature and economy

CPRE has highlighted the huge environmental and economic benefits of hedgerows and shows that boosting them by 40 per cent would yield almost £4 for every £1 invested.

Consultation to make outdoor measures for high streets permanent

Temporary measures that have given a huge boost to high streets during the pandemic could be made permanent following via a public consultation.

Funding boost for local authorities to tackle air pollution

The latest round of Air Quality Grants for local authorities has opened to reduce the impact of polluted air on people's health.

Targeted support for vulnerable in serious violence hotspots

Vulnerable young people at risk of being drawn into crime will benefit from a funding boost to help them stay engaged with their education.

Better support for families through new data sharing projects

The £7.9 million data accelerator fund will support 10 data sharing projects to improve joined-up working between councils, NHS trusts and police.

Oxfordshire on path for wave of 20mph sites

A 20mph speed limit is set to be introduced in Cuxham, which could pave the way for a countywide road safety programme in Oxfordshire.

Voter ID law must be shown to be proportionate say MPs

The government must do more to demonstrate the need for voter ID and mitigate the potential barriers to voting its proposals may create.

Calls to help make Welsh town centres sustainable

The Auditor General for Wales has recommended that local authorities use their existing to achieve the best possible outcome for town centres.

Free air-quality education in Liverpool City Region

Young children across Liverpool will be taught the value of good air quality in their communities after being granted access to a free learning platform.

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