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Updated June 2026
Elected or appointed bodies of people who make decisions, provide advice, or govern at local or organisational levels. They typically meet regularly to discuss and vote on matters affecting their jurisdiction.
“Local councils across the region voted to increase funding for community recreation programmes.”
Contains double 'C' and common letters 'L', 'N', 'S'; vowels 'O', 'U', 'I' provide good coverage
8-letter word worth 12 points; the two 'C' tiles offer good scoring opportunities
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