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£175m poverty drive sparks row

Scottish council leaders have criticised the country's government for not consulting them on a £175m drive to tackle poverty.

Scottish council leaders have criticised the country's government for not consulting them on a £175m drive to tackle poverty and deprivation.

Infrastructure secretary, Alex Neil, announced the programme in Glasgow on 12 December – including plans for a £50m urban regeneration fund.

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