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DCN in high streets 'emergency' warning

The District Councils’ Network (DCN) has warned Britain’s high streets are in a ‘state of emergency’ as annual retail planning applications have almost halved since 2015.

The District Councils' Network (DCN) has warned Britain's high streets are in a ‘state of emergency' as annual retail planning applications have almost halved since 2015.

Planning applications for housing have also slumped to a four-year low.

Paul Marinko

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