City visions: Reading 2050
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Although Reading is not yet officially a ‘city’ it forms part of one of the most economically vibrant and connected urban areas in the UK.
Although Reading is not yet officially a ‘city’ it forms part of one of the most economically vibrant and connected urban areas in the UK.