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Last Updated: Tuesday, 21 June, 2005, 19:57 GMT 20:57 UK
New windows may cut estate noise
Neighbours may sound less noisy with a council programme to fit £450,000 worth of double glazing on a troubled estate.

Glaziers are replacing windows at 150 houses and flats on the Dee Park estate in Reading, Berkshire.

Councillors are visiting resident Moira Dickenson, as work begins at her flat in Thurso Close on Thursday.

The work is part of £4.5m of local home improvements by Reading Borough Council, including loft insulation, new boilers and redecoration.

Councillor Mike Orton said: "The council is investing money into homes in every ward in Reading.

"New windows will make a real difference to quality of life - reducing noise and improving warmth and security."


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