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Labour calls for council powers to intervene in high streets

Proposals for councils to take over empty shops and a ‘wholesale reform’ of business rates have been put forward by Labour.

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By Martin Ford | 25 February 2021

Proposals for councils to take over empty shops and a ‘wholesale reform' of business rates have been put forward by Labour.

Shadow chancellor Anneliese Dodds unveiled the plans as part of a programme to revitalise ailing town centres.

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