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flag The UK launches a £5B, 10-year regeneration plan focused on high-need areas through local boards, replacing Johnson’s "Levelling Up" pledge.

flag The UK’s new Pride in Place regeneration plan, a proposed £5 billion, 10-year initiative, aims to replace Boris Johnson’s “Levelling Up” pledge, which Communities Minister Miatta Fahnbulleh called a “hollow slogan.” She blamed 14 years of Conservative rule for weakening local institutions and deepening regional inequality, asserting the new plan prioritizes high-need areas through locally led neighbourhood boards. flag Conservative critics, including shadow minister David Simmonds, questioned the plan’s substance, calling it a “fig leaf” masking fiscal strain from business rate hikes and urging direct council funding. flag Concerns were raised over potential misuse of funds, prompting calls for safeguards against vanity projects. flag Fahnbulleh emphasized local decision-making and accountability, with councils serving as accounting officers.

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