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Protecting cultural heritage spots

Saving historic nightlife requires special legal tools. Across the UK, campaigners use asset of community value status to block sudden demolitions of beloved pubs and clubs. City planners are increasingly urged to recognise that queer venues are just as important to British heritage as museums, theatres and centuries-old traditional drinking establishments.

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