High streets set for revamp with £675m funding

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High streets in 50 areas across the country are set for a revamp after getting a share of a £675m grant.

The second phase of the Future High Streets Fund save grants of up to £150,000 awarded to projects to cover the costs of initial planning.

Projects include improving transport and converting unwanted retail units into housing.

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