New round of protective security grants
Published: 7th July 2023The Home Office has announced a new round of protective security grants for places of worship. Churches are eligible to apply from now until 15 August when applications close
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The Home Office has announced a new round of protective security grants for places of worship. Churches are eligible to apply from now until 15 August when applications close
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