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Guardian: Pass notes, No 3110: Catherine Cookson Country
[The Guardian] - Do say: "Dame Catherine is one of the most prolific authors of all time. We should be continuing to celebrate her achievements." As local councillor Ahmed Khan did. Don't say: "Look at the pretty beach on that sign! Let's invest here!
‘Cookson Country’ tag ditched in tourism revamp
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[Shields Gazette] - Coun Ahmed Khan, who represents the Beacon and Bents ward in South Shields, says he is disappointed residents weren't consulted on the changes. He said: “I think it's a real shame the signs are being replaced. We should be proud of our Cookson Country
By-election to be put on hold
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[Jarrow & Hebburn Gazette] - “Joan was a very popular councillor who cut across the political divide.” And Coun Ahmed Khan, of the Independence Alliance, added: “In the current economic climate and as a mark of respect to Joan, there would seem no huge appetite to call an election
New bookies 'turning Shields into Las Vegas'
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[Shields Gazette] - Concerns were also voiced by Coun Ahmed Khan, who said: “In an ideal world, there are too many betting shops. But we are not in an ideal world and we do need to revive King Street. It is a difficult situation. “I'm also worried about opening hours and
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