Wiltshire looks to reverse station closures due to shared space failure

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Wiltshire looks to reverse station closures due to shared space failure

Wiltshire is reviewing its estate strategy due to concerns over a shared space deal. It may end up buying back a station sold for £1.

Date - 6th September 2021
By - Chris Smith

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Wiltshire’s estates team is about to begin a review of its stations because current arrangements are not fit for purpose. The force’s new Police and Crime Commissioner has ordered the force to re-look at station provision after concerns...

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