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Labour's Plan Empowers Councils to Tackle Crime-linked Shops

9/25/2025

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Labour's Pride in Place would empower councils to block unwanted shops, including crime-linked barbers.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed urged community control, citing barbers serving as fronts for money laundering.
Over 330 deprived UK communities will receive funding to revitalize high streets and reduce inequality.
The plan includes compulsory purchase powers for councils to acquire derelict pubs and shops.

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Story summary

Labour's Pride in Place would empower councils to block unwanted shops, including crime-linked barbers.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed urged community control, citing barbers serving as fronts for money laundering.
Over 330 deprived UK communities will receive funding to revitalize high streets and reduce inequality.
The plan includes compulsory purchase powers for councils to acquire derelict pubs and shops.