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Chronicle Live readers have been engaging in a lively discussion about the recent initiative aimed at rejuvenating struggling high streets in the North East. The commission, supported by an initial investment of £850,000, is designed to tackle the issues faced by town centres plagued with vacant shops, anti-social behaviour, and underinvestment.

Led by Mayor Kim McGuinness and an expert co-chair, the initiative aims to work closely with local communities to reverse the decline and restore pride in these areas.

An initial £850,000 has been pledged to establish a board tasked with revitalising town centres burdened by empty shops, anti-social behaviour, and underinvestment. Chiefs at the North East Combined Authority (NECA) express hope that the initiative will........

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