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Nettleham Medical Practice has been downgraded from ‘Outstanding’ to an overall rating of ‘Requires Improvement’ after concerns found during an inspection by CQC.The government’s decision to cancel the northern leg of the HS2 project could funnel an extra £44 million into Lincolnshire County Council’s coffers for the North Hykeham Relief Road.
This windfall is part of the £36 billion Network North transport regeneration initiative, set up in the wake of HS2’s cancellation.County councillors are pressing ahead with a 4.99% council tax increase for Lincolnshire, though it still presents a £500,000 budget deficit despite being the maximum tax hike.
Lincolnshire County Council’s updated budget proposals for 2024/25 were unanimously agreed and approved by the executive on Tuesday, February 6.
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