Breckland Council has developed a shopfront design guide for the whole district, including Dereham, where there has been particular "frustration" in recent weeks.

There was uproar among locals over new signage on a barber shop in the town centre, which led to council enforcement officers ordering it to be removed.

The new standards have been put together to ensure the "preservation and enhancement" of historic features in towns across Breckland.

Market Place, Dereham (Image: Ian Burt) This guidance is aimed at retailers, owners, developers and shop-fitters and will be used by the council when determining planning........

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