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Consistent Year-on-Year Rough Sleeping Numbers in Reading

  • Latest rough sleeping snapshot figure shows numbers remain consistent
  • Complex needs can make it hard for people to engage with help and bed spaces offered
  • Council committed to working with community and charity partners to offer comprehensive support
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95% of Reading students offered preferred secondary school place

  • Admissions figures revealed on secondary school National Offer Day 2026
  • All Reading pupils offered a secondary school place for the 2026/27 school year
  • Majority placed at first-choice school
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Road layout change proposed for key central Reading route

  • Additional vehicle capacity planned for Sidmouth Street to pave way for introduction of new London Road bus lane
  • Cycle facilities would be rearranged to reflect demand on the local transport network