Millions face potential local election delays until 2027
Up to 63 council areas in England may postpone May 2026 local elections to 2027 amid a government reorganisation of town halls. See the full list of affected areas.
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Farage: UK a 'Banana Republic' Over Election Delays
Nigel Farage accuses Labour and Tory councils of 'colluding' to postpone local elections for millions until 2027. Read the full story on the democratic row.
Council Tax Could Soar 75% in Wealthier Areas
Labour's new funding formula diverts cash to deprived councils, forcing affluent areas to hike taxes. Wandsworth and Westminster could see bills skyrocket. Is this fair?
Council Tax to Rise as New Funding Formula Shifts Cash
A new three-year funding settlement for English councils uses a 'Fair Funding' formula to direct more cash to deprived areas. Find out if your council tax bill will increase and which local authorities are affected.
New funding deal boosts deprived councils, cuts affluent ones
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement aimed at 'left-behind places', while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore pride?
Reform UK's turbulent first seven months in local power
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
Car finance compensation deadline moved to May 2026
Millions of UK drivers could claim up to £700 as the FCA accelerates its car finance compensation scheme. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim for free.
Cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 from 2027
UK households hold £207bn in cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, as they build savings buffers. The annual cash ISA limit will be reduced to £12,000 from April 2027. Learn what this means for your savings strategy.
Cop30 ends without fossil fuel deal, finance gap widens
UN climate talks in Belém conclude without major breakthrough on fossil fuels or deforestation. Developing nations demand urgent adaptation finance as funding falls short. The world's most vulnerable left exposed.
Councils Sell Assets to Avoid Bankruptcy
Facing a financial crisis, 60% of key English councils plan to sell social clubs and sports centres to fund soaring social care costs. Explore the stark choices local authorities are making.
Wall Street's exodus to San Francisco and Phoenix reshapes finance
Major financial institutions are quietly shifting operations from Wall Street to San Francisco and Phoenix in a strategic move that's reshaping America's financial landscape.
Martin Lewis Launches Car Finance Claim Tool Amid Scandal
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis unveils free calculator helping millions potentially claim thousands from car finance mis-selling scandal. FCA investigation ongoing.
FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scheme 'Robbing Victims'
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.
Extreme Budgeter Saves £10,000 in 12 Months
Discover the incredible money-saving strategies that helped one determined budgeter save £10,000 in a single year through extreme financial discipline and clever lifestyle changes.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Woking Council Bankruptcy: Property Investments Create Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how Woking Borough Council's disastrous property investments created Britain's worst financial crisis in local government history, with taxpayers facing astronomical debt.
ISA Savers: How to Pocket Extra £240 Before April
Millions of UK savers could boost their tax-free savings by £240 with this simple ISA strategy before the April deadline. Discover how to maximise your returns.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
UK Credit Card Shock: 0% Offers Slashed
Exclusive: British cardholders are being hit with a double whammy as banks dramatically reduce interest-free balance transfer periods while hiking minimum payments. Discover how to protect your finances.
Private Credit: The Shadow Lenders Reshaping UK Business
As traditional banks retreat, private credit is stepping in to fund British businesses. Discover how this $2.1tn shadow banking sector is transforming corporate lending while raising regulatory concerns.
HMRC: Check For £689 Unclaimed Money Now
Over 18s across the UK could be sitting on unclaimed cash from savings and current accounts. HMRC reveals how to claim your money before it's too late.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
UK Car Finance Scandal: Millions Could Claim Billions
Discover how UK drivers may have been overcharged thousands in hidden commission, and how new FCA rules could trigger a compensation wave dwarfing PPI.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Lloyds sets aside £450m for car finance claims probe
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group sets aside £450 million as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market, potentially triggering compensation claims for millions of British motorists.
Lloyds adds £800m to car finance compensation pot
Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.
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