Cork reaps benefits from substantial government funding, totaling €4.5 billion, raising questions about fair project distribution. Expert: Government Quick to Spend in Cork, Benefits Reach €4.5 Billion People in Cork think Dublin gets most of the money. One expert says Cork actually gets lots of funding. Dr. Ray Griffin teaches at SETU. He says Cork’s…
Cork secures almost €100m for road upgrades. The funding will boost infrastructure across the city and county. Cork Roads to Receive Almost €100 Million in Funding Boost Cork will get almost €100 million for roads. The government is investing in regional roads. Cork City and County Councils will receive the funds to maintain and upgrade…
Northumberland residents face higher council tax. Services are safe courtesy of the new budget. Council Tax Increase Confirmed by Northumberland Leader in New Budget Northumberland’s council tax will likely increase soon. The council promises services won’t get cut. Council Leader Glen Sanderson spoke about the budget. He said he was “proud” of this budget plan.…
The South West will cover a £30 million cost increase for the Portishead Line reopening after government funding uncertainty. South West Faces Multimillion Bill Due to Railway Line Delays The Portishead Line experienced a £30 million cost increase, which the West will cover. The government has now approved the railway reopening, a decision that had…
Surrey allocates £1.5m more for grass cutting, starting earlier to improve standards after resident concerns. Surrey Invests More in Grass Cutting After Falling Short of Standards Surrey will spend £1.5 million more on grass cutting. The council plans to start the program later this month, beginning the 2025 grass cutting on February 17. People said…
£1.8m funding boost to tackle homelessness in Blackburn with Darwen. New strategy focuses on prevention and support services. Blackburn with Darwen Secures £1.8m to Combat Homelessness Blackburn with Darwen will start a forum. The forum aims to prevent homelessness in the borough. This is the town council’s latest effort, as they want to help people…
Coventry faces project delays, including the City Centre South and IKEA building, due to legal issues and contractor problems. Coventry Projects Delayed as IKEA Work Faces Further Setbacks Coventry projects face delays right now. These projects aim to bring big changes. This affects the city center, recycling, and roads. Council papers reveal these project setbacks.…
Police expected £4m for RAF Scampton asylum center security, but Labour scrapped the plan, leaving a huge funding gap. Lincolnshire Police Face £4 Million Loss Over RAF Scampton Promise The police in Lincolnshire expected almost £4 million. This money would help police RAF Scampton, which people planned to use as an asylum center. The Labour…