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We’re committed to delivering high-quality, safe and affordable homes for our communities. Our Housing Service plays a critical role in shaping housing policy, supporting vulnerable residents, and enabling the delivery of affordable housing schemes across the District.As our new Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team of four, which includes one Housing Enabling Officer, two Senior Private Sector Housing Officers, and one Private Sector Housing Support Officer, alongside indirect line management of external contractors. You’ll shape long-term plans, deliver projects that make a real difference, and work closely with partners to drive forward the Council’s housing ambitions.Everything you need to knowWe’re looking for an experienced housing professional with strategic vision, leadership ability, and a passion for improving homes and lives. Based at our Sevenoaks office, you'll also work closely with communities, contractors, and regional housing partners to ensure local needs are met and standards are upheld.You'll be appointed at Band G (£51,494 – £54,587), with additional benefits including a generous pension, flexible working options, and a supportive working environment that values your expertise and initiative.What you will be doing<ul><li>Leading the Housing Policy and Enforcement team, managing officers and external contractors to deliver the Council’s housing priorities.</li><li>Developing and delivering the Council’s Housing Strategy, Empty Homes Strategy, and Private Sector Housing Grant and Enforcement Policies.</li><li>Supporting and enabling affordable housing delivery through strategic partnerships with Registered Providers, Homes England and health sector organisations.</li><li>Driving improvements in private sector housing, including the use of enforcement powers, licensing schemes, and grant delivery (e.g. Disabled Facilities Grants).</li><li>Overseeing the development and consultation of housing policy, ensuring plans are evidence-led and responsive to local need.</li><li>Managing housing data, needs assessments and monitoring performance against key targets and national indicators.</li><li>Representing the Council at regional forums and working groups, such as the Kent Housing Group Strategy and Enabling Sub-Group.</li><li>Deputising for the Head of Housing when required and advising Members, SMT and external partners.</li></ul>What you will bring to the role<ul><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field.</li><li>Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li><li>Strong strategic thinking and the ability to analyse housing needs across a wide range of community groups.</li><li>Proven success in housing policy, strategy, enabling and/or private sector housing enforcement.</li><li>Substantial experience in managing projects, teams and partnerships in a local government or housing setting.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with elected Members, developers, landlords, planners, and residents.</li><li>Strong understanding of current housing legislation, planning policy and funding mechanisms.</li><li>A track record of developing successful bids and securing external funding for housing initiatives.</li><li>Budget and performance management experience with a focus on outcomes, risk management and value for money.</li><li>A customer-focused approach and ability to work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours attendance.</li></ul>What’s in it for youWe are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation – our commitment to supporting and developing you is genuine and ongoing.Other benefits include:<ul><li>Enhanced annual leave of 31 days (excluding bank holidays)</li><li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li><li>Extra Christmas closure day</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Opportunities to join in with social activities</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li><li>Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li><li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme; a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li></ul>Find out moreFor an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Alison Simmons on:01732 227272Best chance of being shortlistedRead the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.Closing date: 7th September 23:59Interview date: 25th September&nbsp;<h4>Equal Opportunities</h4>Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.<h4>Further information on this vacancy</h4><ul><li><a href="https://ats-sevenoaks.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/319864/documents/761222" target="_blank">Housing Policy Enforcement Manager</a></li></ul>

Housing Policy and Enforcement Manager

Annual salary: up to £28,917.00 Resident Liaison Officer Eastbourne &amp; Lewes Full Time Permanent Salary up to £28,917 per annum 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday We are the largest provider of repairs and maintenance, and regeneration services across the UK. Mears provide tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance services through partnering arrangements with more than 70 local authorities, Arm's Length Management Organisations and Housing Associations. About the Role: As a Resident Liaison Officer, you will be working on our SHDF retrofit programme within the social housing background, providing a stable and profitable contract, delivering excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community. Providing front facing support and advice as required and delivering proactive communication throughout the works life cycle. Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do; ensuring we meet the needs of the business, our clients, and our customers. Role Criteria: <ul><li>Provide a front-line professional service to all customers - pro-actively deliver a positive face to face experience</li><li>Experience of handling multiple tasks in a high volume in a rapidly changing environment</li><li>Coordinate and deliver all customer operational related tasks and communication materials as appropriate</li><li>Ensure customer appointments are attended on time and to standard </li><li>Encourage positive relationships between Mears and the customer, ensuring all actions are followed up and communicated effectively </li><li>Support customer engagement activities across all channels</li><li>Support Customer Service Centre with resolution of front-line complaints and queries </li><li>Engage customers in a positive way, involve them in the overall delivery process, keeping them informed of progress on works and manage expectations</li><li>Convey accurate and timely information to customers and operational team, in clear simple terms</li><li>Ensure customers opinions are acknowledged and feedback into operational teams - champion customer insight solution </li><li>Experience of developing and delivering service improvements</li><li>Experience of partnership /alliance /collaborative working</li><li>Good time management, planning &amp; organisational skills</li><li>Experience of working with computerised systems</li><li>Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with strong customer experience ethos and strong communication skills</li><li>Experience of delivering community projects</li></ul>All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment. Benefits we can offer you <ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Company Van and Fuel Card</li><li>Uniform</li><li>Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!</li><li>Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.</li><li>Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more</li><li>Family friendly policies</li></ul>Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan (<a href="mailto:francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk</a>) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Resident Liaison Officer

The role We have a fantastic opportunity for an organised, knowledgeable and customer focused candidate to expand their housing knowledge and join our Contract Services team as a Resident Liaison Officer. In this role, you will be the main point of planned re-investment and maintenance works and projects. You will liaise with residents, colleagues and external stakeholders in the shaping of services and identifying requirements and be handling and resolving complaints, with a high level of service. working with a dynamic team to manage the maintenance of over 10,000, Southern Housing is dedicated to delivering excellent services and improving our resilience. We are also keen to build new homes and grow our organisation. You will be based from our Hastings office, with flexible working arrangements to be specified and agreed with your line manager. For this role you are required to travel to various sites and will need to have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. What you'll need: <ul> <li>Experience of facilitation of resident involvement forums and focus groups.</li></ul><ul> <li>Good communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build and sustain effective relationships with key stakeholders.</li></ul><ul> <li>Knowledge and experience of key factors and methods required to sustain, promote, and ensure effective resident involvement, and consultation.</li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of providing a customer-focused, high-quality service and managing complaints.</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written reports.</li></ul>In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples. Closing Date: Tuesday 12th August 2025 Shortlisting Date: From 13th August 2025 (We may close the advert early if we receive a suitable number of applications). Applying for roles with us About us At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own!We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too. What's in it for you Pension Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Eyecare &amp; dental Birthday leave Retailers discounts Cycle to work Buy &amp; sell annual leave Season ticket loan In-house academy &amp; career development Flexible working Inclusion &amp; Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it's about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual. We're all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach.

Join our housekeeping team as a manager for a career with more shine! There's something special about creating unforgettable moments for people on holiday. As an Accommodation Manager at Parkdean Resorts, you'll be at the heart of the action, turning arrivals into smiles and making every guest feel right at home from the moment they step onto our park grounds. So, why Parkdean Resorts? Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer: <ul> <li>Annual Management Bonus scheme</li> <li>The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 66 parks - as one of the best in the biz when it comes to apprenticeships, we've got your back when it comes to training!</li> <li>You're never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority. </li> <li>A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us.</li> <li>A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities. </li> <li>Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we've got deals on lots of brands just for you.</li> </ul>We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. What you will be doing... <ul> <li>Hiring, welcoming, and training a top-notch cleaning team.</li> <li>Making sure you have the right number of cleaners trained to our required standards to consistently meet overall number of cleans, cleaning times, and cost per clean.</li> <li>Planning and executing weekly, monthly, and quarterly plans, developing the team through data analysis.</li> <li>Implement processes to improve performance, and manage various budgets, including laundry and consumables.</li> <li>Helping your team grow with on-going training and opportunities to level up their skills.</li> <li>Making sure your team has all the right tools and supplies to work efficiently and get the job done perfectly.</li> <li>Diving into guest feedback to find new ways to improve, then turning those great ideas into action for an even better stay.</li> <li>Keeping an eye on cleaning standards, spotting any areas that need a little extra sparkle, and working with your team to make sure everything shines! </li> </ul>Are we the right fit for you? At Parkdean Resorts we don't leave unforgettable moments to chance. We pitch in, we have fun, and we grow, inspiring each other to make great things happen every, single, day. We're Parkdean people, and we do everything we can to ensure our guests and owners create amazing memories. Parkdean Resorts is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests, please contact Stephanie at <a href="mailto:stephanie.wood@parkdean-resorts.com" target="_blank">stephanie.wood@parkdean-resorts.com</a>

Accommodation Manager

Team Manager - Housing Support Department: Housing Support Employment Type: Permanent Location: East Sussex - St-Leonards-On-Sea Compensation: GBP 33,951 / year Description Location: Office base is in St Leonards. Team delivery covering Hastings and Rother districts. Salary: GBP 33,951 per year Plus GBP 1,000 annual essential car user allowance Hours: 37 per week Are you someone who leads with empathy, brings structure to complexity, and is passionate about helping people feel safe and secure in their homes? Southdown is one of the leading providers of housing, care, and support services in Sussex. Our Housing Support Services help people who are at risk of homelessness, living in temporary accommodation, or facing challenges such as poverty, mental health issues, or domestic abuse. We work in partnership with local authorities to offer person-centred support that helps people find stability and move forward. As a Team Manager, you'll lead our frontline housing support staff, helping create a consistent, compassionate and effective service. You'll provide guidance, oversight and encouragement to staff while building strong relationships with commissioners and community partners. Your leadership will create the conditions where people doing challenging work feel supported, heard and able to deliver real impact. The Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On ServiceThe Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On Service provides direct support to people across East Sussex who are rough sleeping or living in temporary accommodation following a period of homelessness. Working alongside a multi-disciplinary team, including health services, substance dependency services and housing authorities we provide a wraparound package of support, using a trauma-informed approach, aimed at supporting people away from homelessness and into settled accommodation. We welcome applications from people with experience in roles such as Housing Team Leader, Homelessness Services Manager, Supported Housing Coordinator, or anyone with the right values, leadership experience and transferable skills. If you bring a supportive leadership style and commitment to housing security, we will provide the training to help you succeed in the role. Perks and benefits: <ul><li>Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.</li><li>Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.</li><li>Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.</li><li> Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. </li><li>Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.</li><li>25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience What you'll need for the role: <ul><li>Experience managing or supervising a frontline support team</li><li>A values-led approach to leadership, staff wellbeing and service quality</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Confidence working with external partners, stakeholders and commissioners</li><li>A commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a car (with business insurance)</li><li>An enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown)</li></ul>What would be nice: <ul><li>Knowledge of housing, homelessness prevention or tenancy sustainment</li><li>Experience managing risk, safeguarding or crisis situations</li><li>Familiarity with contract delivery or working to KPIs</li></ul>Training:Our award-winning in-house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply:Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Team Manager - Housing Support

Team Manager - Housing Support Department: Housing Support Employment Type: Permanent Location: East Sussex - Hailsham Compensation: GBP 33,951 / year Description Location: Office base in Hailsham. Team delivery covering Eastbourne, Lewes and Wealden areas. Salary: GBP 33,951 per year Plus GBP 1,000 annual essential car user allowance Hours: 37 per week Are you someone who leads with empathy, brings structure to complexity, and is passionate about helping people feel safe and secure in their homes? Southdown is one of the leading providers of housing, care, and support services in Sussex. Our Housing Support Services help people who are at risk of homelessness, living in temporary accommodation, or facing challenges such as poverty, mental health issues, or domestic abuse. We work in partnership with local authorities to offer person-centred support that helps people find stability and move forward. As a Team Manager, you'll lead our frontline housing support staff, helping create a consistent, compassionate and effective service. You'll provide guidance, oversight and encouragement to staff while building strong relationships with commissioners and community partners. Your leadership will create the conditions where people doing challenging work feel supported, heard and able to deliver real impact. The Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On ServiceThe Assertive Outreach &amp; Move On Service provides direct support to people across East Sussex who are rough sleeping or living in temporary accommodation following a period of homelessness. Working alongside a multi-disciplinary team, including health services, substance dependency services and housing authorities we provide a wraparound package of support, using a trauma-informed approach, aimed at supporting people away from homelessness and into settled accommodation. We welcome applications from people with experience in roles such as Housing Team Leader, Homelessness Services Manager, Supported Housing Coordinator, or anyone with the right values, leadership experience and transferable skills. If you bring a supportive leadership style and commitment to housing security, we will provide the training to help you succeed in the role. Perks and benefits: <ul><li>Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.</li><li>Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.</li><li>Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.</li><li> Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. </li><li>Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.</li><li>25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience What you'll need for the role: <ul><li>Experience managing or supervising a frontline support team</li><li>A values-led approach to leadership, staff wellbeing and service quality</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Confidence working with external partners, stakeholders and commissioners</li><li>A commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a car (with business insurance)</li><li>An enhanced DBS check (paid for by Southdown)</li></ul>What would be nice: <ul><li>Knowledge of housing, homelessness prevention or tenancy sustainment</li><li>Experience managing risk, safeguarding or crisis situations</li><li>Familiarity with contract delivery or working to KPIs</li></ul>Training:Our award-winning in-house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply:Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

The Vacancy Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service? Do you get satisfaction from a role that involves multi-tasking and finding solutions? Do you enjoy organising and facilitating social events? McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are recruiting a permanent House Manager to join the team at our Culpeper Court development based in Ashford, Kent. Hours: 25 hours per week -Monday to Friday Hourly rate: £17,908.61 per annum Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

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