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Mousley Bottom: From Town Tip to Nature Reserve

A Derbyshire site once poisoned by a dump, sewage and gasworks is now a vibrant nature haven. Discover the story of this remarkable environmental recovery and what it teaches us about nature's resilience.

Mousley Bottom's transformation from dump to woodland

Discover how a Derbyshire wasteland, once a toxic dump, has been reborn as a vibrant nature reserve through community action and nature's resilience. Explore this inspiring story of environmental recovery.

Abandoned Detroit Zoo Demolished After Decades

Detroit's historic Belle Isle Zoo, abandoned since 2002, is being demolished using American Recovery Act funds. Discover the transformation from urban decay to public trails.

Oxford St pedestrianisation sparks crime fears

Sadiq Khan's plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street faces backlash over crime and congestion concerns. Local residents warn it could become shoplifting hotspot. Have your say in consultation.

Plymouth's £40m council revamp sparks fury

Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.

Birmingham approves Druids Heath estate demolition

Birmingham City Council approves controversial plan to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out of their community.

Young Brits Expose Coastal Town Crisis

Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.

Calabria's Festival-Led Village Revival

Discover how grassroots festivals celebrating local music, food and traditions are reversing depopulation trends and revitalising communities across Calabria, Italy's beautiful southern region.

Welsh town's £14m transformation begins

The former slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is set for a remarkable £14 million regeneration, creating new attractions and breathing fresh life into this Snowdonia gem while honouring its industrial heritage.

Cliff-edge homes face demolition in erosion crisis

Homeowners in a picturesque coastal community face devastating losses as rapid erosion threatens to send their properties tumbling into the sea, with authorities warning demolition may be the only option.

Cornwall's coastline transformed by concrete and hot tubs

Exclusive investigation reveals how Cornwall's iconic coastline is being transformed by controversial development, with concrete structures and luxury hot tubs replacing traditional fishing cottages and green spaces.

UK Launches Search for Town of Culture 2027

The government launches a nationwide search for England's next Town of Culture, focusing on communities that feel excluded from Britain's cultural narrative. Winning locations will receive funding and recognition to boost local arts and regeneration.

Bradford wins UK City of Culture 2025 title

Bradford has triumphed in the prestigious UK City of Culture competition, securing the coveted title for 2025 and beating county rivals Durham in the final round.

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