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By Tom Walker
Manchester launches new cycling and walking network, Puregym acquires Soho Gyms, U2 announces plans for a music attraction and work starts on a new £10m spa at Carden Park
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Irish rockers U2 are planning to open a new visitor attraction in Dublin
Manchester launches new cycling and walking network, Puregym acquires Soho Gyms, U2 announces
plans for a music attraction and work starts on a new £10m spa at Carden Park.
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