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The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter: - describe how the rubbish collection system is not working properly - explain how this is affecting you and your neighbours - suggest what should be done about the problem

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express a grave situation that the community of "Lake West Spring" is facing due to the faulty and inadequate rubbish management system, especially for the last three to four weeks. With relation to the problems, the number of rubbish bins installed in the area is insufficient considering the total population.
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There is a public park near where you live. You have heard that the local council wants to sell this park. Write a letter to a local newspaper. In your letter:- introduce yourself- describe the importance of the park- say what action you will take if the council continues with its plan

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Complaint·Community

Write a letter to the Mayor, the head of a municipal government, about a situation in which some adolescents let their dogs run wildly. In your letter:- describe how the adolescents let their dogs run wild- explain why this creates a dangerous situation- complain about the situation

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Complaint·Community·Administration

You live in an area where the local council has made some changes to regulations. You believe these changes are not good for the residents. Write a letter to a councillor. In your letter:- introduce yourself- describe the problem- say what you think the council should do about the situation

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Complaint·Community·Health

You live in a house opposite a park. A man brings large dogs to the park every day and lets them run free. Write a letter to your local council complaining about the danger. In your letter:- say where the park is.- State how often this happens?- Give a description of the man and the dogs.

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Complaint·Transport·Environment

You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the number of flights. You live near the airport. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter:- explain where you live- describe the problem- give reasons why you do not want this development

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Complaint·Technology·Community

People in your area are having problems with their internet connection. Write a letter to the company which provides the connection. In your letter:- describe the problems- explain how they are affecting people- say what the company should do to help.

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