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Council blows £8k clearing rogue flags from streets
A district council has spent £8,000 removing hundreds of illegally displayed flags, sparking concerns over enforcement. Officials admit the bill could rise as more sites are audited.
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Free bus travel for all children in England this August
Every child aged 5 to 15 will ride local buses free across England next month under a new government scheme launching August 1. The initiative aims to cut transport costs for families during the summer holidays, with no application required. Local councils must opt in by mid-July to participate.