council
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With the local council spending £6.6m on regenerating the town, Ratcliffe feels it is a good time to expand her business.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The council said Lowe had "failed to comply within the time allowed".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
After multiple attempts to order Lowe to pull down the building, the council took her to court after she failed to comply with the demolition order.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
In addition, she claimed the council continued to pursue enforcement action, during a stint in hospital having fallen from her horse and which led to a broken femur.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“However, Ms. Zoe DuForte asked the council for some leniency in your sentencing.”
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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