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Planning and council news for where you live and work

Local decisions shape your week: new developments, road closures, school changes, business rates. They are scattered across council sites and local news. Signal gathers them, removes the repeats and keeps only what affects you.

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What Signal might send a homeowner in Manchester

LocalBBC News

Main road through the centre closes for six weeks from Monday

Gas main replacement closes the road between the station and the ring road, with a signed diversion.

Why it matters to you

Your usual route to the office is on the diversion. Allow an extra 15 minutes at peak times.

Confirmed · 2 sources

UpdatedLocal news

Revised plans for the retail park now include 90 homes

The developer resubmitted plans adding housing and reducing parking. Consultation runs for 21 days.

Why it matters to you

It sits behind your street. This is the window to comment if you want a say.

Confirmed · 1 official source

Worth knowingThe Guardian

Council proposes 4.99% council tax rise

The draft budget includes the maximum rise allowed without a referendum, with a vote next month.

Why it matters to you

Your bill rises by the same share if it passes. The vote is open to the public.

Still uncertain

The final figure depends on the government settlement.

Early signal · draft budget

You're done for today

Quiet until tomorrow morning.

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