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A plot of land is surrounded by a wooden fence and gate. In the right corner is a cream coloured static caravan. on the right is an old horse box and next to that is a white mobile caravan.

Council plans to grant traveller site permissions

Existing sites introduced without planning permission are likely to be allowed to remain in place.

Close up for pound coins showing Queen's head

Councillors call for 25% rise in 'pitiful' income

"Fairly pitiful" allowances are "nowhere near the minimum wage", a council cabinet meeting is told.

The West Lynn Ferry is a small metal boat with a outboard motors engine. It is tied to a grey buoy on the River Great Ouse. Houses and a church are on the bank behind it.

Ferry to remain closed for safety checks

Users face a diversion of at least three miles (5km) in each direction as a result of the closure.

Ariel view of hundred of terraced properties

Coastal towns to share £3m from tax on second homes

Three district councils will use the extra cash which to support housing and homeless projects.

Two figures wrapped in thick coats and blankets sleep on a concrete step.

Funding aims to tackle 45% rise in rough sleepers

There are concerns a new government bill could mean fewer private properties available for rent.

A small metal boat with "Lynn Ferry" written in blue letters sits on the River Great Ouse

Ferry service suspended due to landing repairs

Work to assess cracked concrete steps for the King's Lynn ferry are expected to take several weeks.

Road view of wood fences and a narrow opening leading to an expanse of grass surrounded by trees

Council approves wildlife lake and holiday lodges

The expansion project will create 20 new jobs in the area, Oakland Garden Supplies says.

The entrance to the site owned by the company. We can see signs for Oakland Gardening Supplies, fencing and an entrance of a driveway that leads to a field.

Wildlife lake and holiday lodges set for approval

The plans are recommended for approval despite neighbours' concerns about the environmental impact.

Tim Adams has short, brown hair and is wearing glasses. He has a brown leather jacket on with a green shirt underneath.

Services could be 'squeezed', says council leader

Proposals to scrap the two-tier system of local government get a mixed reception in Norfolk.