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Wolverhampton

American  
[wool-ver-hamp-tuhn] / ˈwʊl vərˌhæmp tən /

noun

  1. a city in West Midlands, in W England.


Wolverhampton British  
/ ˌwʊlvəˈhæmptən /

noun

  1. a city in W central England, in Wolverhampton unitary authority, West Midlands: iron and steel foundries; university (1992). Pop: 251 462 (2001)

  2. a unitary authority in W central England, in the West Midlands. Pop: 238 900 (2003 est). Area: 69 sq km (27 sq miles)

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"We're going to be looking at women who come into our treatment centre in Wolverhampton, so everyone who comes in will have the option to participate in the research," said Rosalind.

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United's fans have been largely supportive of Amorim, as they usually are of their managers, but there is little doubt faith has been lost recently, especially after losing at home to 10-man Everton, then only drawing with relegation certainties Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford.

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Good Shepherd in Wolverhampton supports vulnerable and disadvantaged people in the city, from rough sleepers to families living in supported accommodation.

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Support from businesses was "invaluable, not only for that financial and practical support, but also to get the messages out there that our work in the Wolverhampton is absolutely vital", she added.

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Several, including Wolverhampton and Shropshire list the children of some school staff as one of their rules, while Solihull prioritises transfers between linked infant and junior schools.

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