Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
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Court challenge to Hampstead Heath trans swimming policy
A rights group argues that allowing entry to single-sex ponds based on self-identification is unlawful. The City of London Corporation is reviewing its policy after a landmark Supreme Court ruling. Read the latest.
Hemsby chalets demolished as sea claims coastline
Residents of a Norfolk village watched as eight homes were torn down, deemed at imminent risk of falling into the sea due to rapid coastal erosion. Read the full story of loss and a community's fight.
Pickup crashes into McLaren showroom, causing £350k damage
A driver caused £350,000 of damage after crashing an Isuzu pickup into a McLaren showroom in Hockley Heath, wrecking two supercars. Read the full details of the shocking Stratford Road incident.
Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Monks Accused of Turning Harrison's Manor into Theme Park
Bhaktivedanta Manor, gifted by George Harrison, faces local fury over expansion plans critics call a commercial 'spiritual theme park'. Discover the planning row.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
UK wildfires hit record devastation in 2025
UK wildfires devastated more land in 2025 than ever recorded, with firefighters warning of dangerous underpreparedness for climate crisis impacts. Urgent investment needed.
Judge Orders Producer to Hand Over Birth Video to Lively
A federal judge has ordered 'It Ends With Us' producer Jamey Heath to surrender his wife's full home-birth footage to Blake Lively within three days. This major development strengthens Lively's sexual harassment lawsuit.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Shere: The Holiday & Bridget Jones Filming Location
Discover the charming Surrey village of Shere, the real-life filming location for Christmas classic The Holiday and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason. Plan your festive visit today!
Sara Sharif: Council Failures in Preventable Murder
A damning report reveals Sara Sharif's murder was preventable after safeguarding services missed 15 warnings. Surrey County Council apologises for catastrophic failings.
Mother: Council failed murdered Sara Sharif
Olga Domin says her 10-year-old daughter Sara would be alive if Surrey Council had acted sooner. A damning report confirms multiple missed opportunities to save her from horrific abuse.
Sara Sharif: System failures led to girl's torture death
A damning report reveals how fear of causing offence led to multiple missed opportunities to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture and murder. Urgent child protection reforms demanded.
Sara Sharif's murder was preventable, review finds
A damning review reveals multiple agency failures left 10-year-old Sara Sharif unprotected from abuse. Learn how the system missed crucial chances to save her.
Birmingham approves Druids Heath estate demolition
Birmingham City Council approves controversial plan to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out of their community.
MPs Demand Inquiry Over Sara Sharif Failings
MPs call for a full parliamentary investigation after a damning review reveals systemic failures in child services that led to the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif. Read the full report.
Sara Sharif: Council failings revealed in tragic death
A damning report exposes how authorities were 'groomed and manipulated', missing 15 chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from horrific abuse. Read the full investigation.
Sara Sharif: Review reveals systemic safeguarding failures
A damning review finds 10-year-old Sara Sharif was failed by authorities who missed multiple opportunities to save her from horrific abuse. Read the full report on the systemic failures.
Safeguarding Failures in Sara Sharif Case Revealed
Damning report reveals how authorities missed multiple chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture death by her father. Read the shocking findings.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Oldman: Ledger's Joker Inspired My Slow Horses Performance
Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman shares fascinating insights into how Heath Ledger's iconic Dark Knight performance influenced his portrayal of Jackson Lamb in Apple TV+'s hit spy thriller Slow Horses.
Blake Lively shares producer's baby birth video
Gossip Girl star Blake Lively shares heartfelt video as producer husband Jamey Heath welcomes new baby with wife, showcasing their growing family moments.
Prince William visits Aston Villa training ground
The Prince of Wales made a surprise appearance at Aston Villa's training ground, meeting players and staff while showcasing his lifelong support for the Birmingham club ahead of their crucial European match.
Hampstead's vanishing dragonflies: A 75-year mystery
A poignant rediscovery of a 1950 nature diary reveals a startling ecological decline around Hampstead Heath's ponds, where vibrant dragonfly populations have vanished from once-thriving habitats.
Teenager murdered in Hampstead Heath New Year stabbing
Sixteen-year-old Harry Pitman was fatally stabbed during New Year's Eve celebrations on Hampstead Heath as police launch murder investigation and appeal for witnesses.
Teen guilty of Harry Pitman Boxing Day murder
A 17-year-old boy has been found guilty of murdering 16-year-old Harry Pitman in a fatal stabbing during New Year's Eve celebrations on Hampstead Heath, as the victim's family speaks of their devastating loss.
Dog walker, 49, stabbed to death in Surrey village
A 49-year-old dog walker has been brutally murdered in a quiet Surrey village, with police launching a murder investigation and appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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.
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