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France dumps Muslim advisory council that is 'under foreign influence'

In what’s being described as a decisive period for Islam in France, the French Council of the Muslim Faith (Cfcm) – an official interlocutor between the government and religious leaders – is to be dissolved and replaced with a grassroots-style “forum”.

Radio France Internationale

Congress-RJD spar over upcoming Bihar Council poll

While the NDA has decided on seat sharing, acrimony among the Opposition continues

The Hindu

Leaked Falkirk Council report on cuts including four-day school week causes 'unnecessary concern and anxiety'

The leaked document suggests shortening the school week and closing Falkirk town hall.

Daily Record

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Edinburgh City Council to replace "not fit for purpose" library computers with Windows 7

The local authority is set to spend over £400,000 on new PCs for Edinburgh's public libraries, after it was warned extended support for the Windows system would not continue past July.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh City Council lost £8m in parking charges during pandemic

A significant reduction in parking charges since March 2020 has had the single biggest impact on council coffers.

Edinburgh Live

West Dunbartonshire Council unanimously agrees to oppose Scotrail ticket office cuts

Members unanimously agreed that chief executive Joyce White should write to her counterpart at Scotrail, and to Minister for Transport Jenny Gilruth, to formally reaffirm WDC's opposition to the ticket office and opening hours reductions.

Daily Record

Russia, US, Ukraine to Square Off at UN Security Council

The UN Security Council is scheduled to meet Monday for the first time on Russia´s troop buildup and threatening actions against Ukraine at the request of the United States, and all key players are expected to square off in public over the possibility of a Russian invasion and its global…

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Russia, US, Ukraine to square off at UN Security Council

The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to meet Monday for the first time on Russia’s troop buildup and threatening actions against Ukraine at the request of the United States

The Independent UK

Hidden city centre beauty spot blighted by 'Condom Street', abandoned pub and 'luxury' £350,000 flats that don't exist

The Friends of Medlock Way group are calling on the council to do more to support their efforts

Manchester Evening News

Sudan army-led Council signals tougher line on U.N. mediation

The deputy head of Sudan's military-led Sovereign Council said on Saturday a U.N. envoy should be working as a "facilitator and not a mediator", signalling an apparent tougher line towards international efforts to resolve a political crisis.

Reuters

Guterres Urges Security Council to Unify Stance amid US-Russian Differences over Libya

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged on Friday the members of the Security Council to unify their stance over extending the mandate of the UN mission in Libya (UNSMIL), which ends Jan. 31, following a disagreement between the US and Russia. Moscow has demanded the UN secretary general’s special advisor…

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North Coast's Rainbow Temple and tunnel in limbo after council airs safety concerns

Support builds to save the iconic Rainbow Temple and glow worm tunnel in northern New South Wales, as Guy Feldmann admits development approvals may not have kept pace with his creative endeavours.

ABC News

Data breach probe launched into 'family photos' appearing across Council devices

Exclusive: There are fears confidential constituent information might have been leaked

Dublin Live

Edinburgh Council seizes Capital roads to convert into new 10km cycle lane

The compulsory purchase orders to secure land needed for new 10km West Edinburgh Link' (WEL) that will connect South Gyle, Edinburgh Park and nearby neighbourhoods come after attempted negotiations failed.

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Plans to cut school hours in bid to save Falkirk Council £29m

Other drastic options include Falkirk Town Hall closing for good and its programme of professional events ending.

Wales Online

Neath Port Talbot Council proposes to freeze council tax as part of 2022 budget

People are being asked to have their say

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh council to consider £4.7m support fund for Covid-hit culture sector

The capital's Culture and Communities Committee will decide on the report, proposing funding for the city's culture sector and a calendar of major events.

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Pedersen Disappointed with ‘Strategic Stalemate’ in Syria’s Political Process

The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, briefed on Wednesday the Security Council on the latest developments in Syria and his diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.

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Saudi Private Sector Calls to Revive Arab-Russian Economic Relations

Saudi private sector representatives called for setting a road map to strengthen economic relations with Russia. The call followed statements by Chairman of Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce Ajlan Al-Ajlan in which he stressed the need to adopt the necessary measures to stimulate bilateral business councils, increase the benefit…

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US Refers Ukraine Crisis to UN Security Council

The United States said it has called for an open meeting of the UN Security Council next Monday to address the crisis around Ukraine due to what it called "threatening behavior" by Russia. "More than 100,000 Russian troops are deployed on the Ukrainian border and Russia is engaging in other…

ABC News

Ministerial 'call in' gives Deputy Premier say over controversial recycling and landfill site proposed for Ipswich

Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding says the council voted against the proposal on recommendations by planning officers and an independent decision review panel.

The Hindu

Diploma pharmacists protest

Around 98,000 pharmacists are registered with the State Council

Belfast Live

Bangor regeneration delays spark angry reaction from Ards North Down councillors

“If this reservoir was so alarming, why haven’t they evacuated half of Bangor?" councillor asks

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian cost of living crisis sparks call for action on household bills

Labour and SNP join forces in West Lothian Council to call on Westminster to tackle the coming energy bills crisis in the face of soaring inflation and its effects on struggling households.

Wales Online

Bridgend Town Council defends decision to pay for Mayor's upcoming trip to Malta

One councillor thought it "imperative" that a representative be sent to Malta to commemorate those who lost their lives on HMS Urge.

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