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Waste Prevention Officer

Luton Borough Council

GBP 37,938.00 - 40,476.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Kingsway/Town Hall (On-Site)

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Trading Standards Enforcement Officer

Luton Borough Council

GBP 32,115.00 - 37,938.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

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