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Historic pub seeking new licence despite neighbour concerns

The Bull in Fakenham has closed again. Picture: Ian Burt

North Norfolk District Council

George Thompson, Local Democracy Reporter

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An administrative error after a pub landlord went bankrupt has forced a new licensing application - but neighbours have reacted with "horror".
Former councillor Marie Strong and husband Mike at Langham Dome

People

'Unbelievable' surprise for dedicated former councillor

Noah Vickers, Local Democracy Reporter

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Fakenham Community Centre on Oak Street.

Fakenham hopes to bring town together with annual assembly

Aaron McMillan

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The bill to clear the backlog of repairs on Norfolk's roads has gone up to £45.1m. Photo: Ian Burt.

Pot-holes behind bulk of £250,000 Norfolk compensation payments

Dan Grimmer

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A pot hole in Wymondham. Photo: Antony Kelly

Norfolk County Council

£10m could be spent to stop Norfolk pot-holes over next four years

Dan Grimmer

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Questions are being asked over what role Norfolk will have to play in the looming Afghanistan refugee crisis

What role will Norfolk play in Afghanistan's looming refugee crisis?

Thomas Chapman

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Filming of Alan Partridge, The Movie at Cromer Pier. Actor, Steve Coogan shooting a scene holding a

'Game changer' bid to get more films shot in Norfolk

Dan Grimmer

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The state of Norwich Road in Fakenham on July 28th.

Drivers complain over 'cracked' road - despite two council fixes

Aaron McMillan

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North Norfolk District Councillors with Sarah Butikofer and Christopher Cushing inset

Council leader accused of operating 'small cabal'

George Thompson, Local Democracy Reporter

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Andrew Jamieson, cabinet member for finance at Norfolk County Council. Pic: Norfolk County Council.

'No way to run any department' - anger at lack of social care cash

Dan Grimmer

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Uncut verges and hedgerows allowing nature to take over along country roads and lanes. Picture: DENI

Norfolk County Council

Crash concerns raised over reduced cuts to Norfolk verges

Dan Grimmer

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A concrete bin in Millennium Park appears to have been damaged after being found by the council’s groundsmen

Fakenham park hit by vandalism again

Aaron McMillan

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Fly-tipping in Norfolk

'One fly-tipping offence one too many' but figures reveal action differs

Dan Grimmer

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Ben Schamp, the new chairman of the North Norfolk Liberal Democrats.

New North Norfolk Lib Dems chairman, 20, wants party to listen more

Stuart Anderson

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One of the 112 roadside nature reserves in Norfolk. Pic: Norfolk County Council.

Roadside nature reserves could be tripled, with verge cutting reduced

Dan Grimmer

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Norfolk County Council discussing the proposed Wensum Link at the Norfolk Showground on Monday.

Anger at 'arrogant' decision to cancel July council meeting

David Hannant

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The volunteers from Fakenham Medical Practice, who have helped during the coronavirus vaccination program

'An amazing bunch of people' - Vaccine volunteers win mayor's award

Aaron McMillan

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File photo dated 28/08/09 of a pupil collecting their school dinner as almost all primary schools in

Norfolk Live

Norfolk free school meals to be extended into summer

Daniel Moxon

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Sara Tough, director of children services at Norfolk County Council. Pic: Norfolk County Council.

'Once-in-a-generation' chance to improve children's social care

Dan Grimmer

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Council meeting

Coronavirus

Bill for council's Covid showground switch revealed

Dan Grimmer

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Volunteers in Fakenham taking part in a litter pick

MP helps Fakenham battle 'scourge of society'

Aaron McMillan

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Breckland Council

Norfolk Live

More than 80 Breckland businesses given 'Covid accreditation'

Abigail Nicholson

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Clive Stockton, outgoing chairman of North Norfolk District Council. 

Outgoing chairman thanked for £2,800 boost to nature trust

Stuart Anderson

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Greg Hayman, Liberal Democrat councillor for Trunch, pictured during the 2019 North Norfolk District

Councillor quits Lib Dem group over 'lack of direction'

Stuart Anderson

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We asked Steffan Aquarone, Michael Dalby, and Tom Fitzpatrick what they have planned following their election.

Covid recovery top priority for Fakenham's new county councillors

Aaron McMillan

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The A47 between Blofield and North Burlingham. Pic: Highways England.

Leader's claim Norfolk is 'a car county' prompts criticism

Dan Grimmer

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The B1146 at the Hempton Road junction. Pic: Google Maps.

Plans released for new Hempton roundabout at accident blackspot

Aaron McMillan

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File photot of Beccles Lido on a very warm and sunny day. Picture: James Bass

Study for swimming pool in Fakenham included in council's bid

Aaron McMillan

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Brian Watkins, Liberal Democrat county councillor for Eaton. Pic: Liberal Democrats.

Lib Dems pick new leader for Norfolk County Council group

Dan Grimmer

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Andrew Proctor has sent a scathing letter to the Planning Inspectorate over its decision to allow 17

What now for Norfolk County Council after the elections?

Dan Grimmer

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