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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.

England's oldest building is a must-visit church

Discover St Martin's Church in Canterbury, England's oldest surviving building still in regular use. Part of a UNESCO site, it's a historic gem waiting to be explored. Plan your visit today.

Emergency crews swarm South Shields school

Police and air ambulance rushed to St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields following a major medical emergency. Get the latest live updates on this breaking story.

St Januarius Blood Liquefies in Naples Ritual

The centuries-old blood ritual of St Januarius saw the dried blood liquefy in Naples, an event believers view as a protective miracle for the city. Discover the history and science.

Peter Lawwell steps down as Celtic chairman after 22 years

Celtic confirm Peter Lawwell will step down as non-executive chairman on December 31, ending a 22-year era marked by domestic dominance, financial stability, but European disappointment and fan unrest. Discover the full story behind his departure.

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.

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.

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.

Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

Mum, 26, dies after saying 'I can't breathe'

Shocking details emerge about Francesca Cioffi's sudden collapse at home in St Helens, as family questions why the healthy young mother's breathing difficulties weren't taken more seriously.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

Teenager killed in M62 crash - family pays tribute

Megan Whelan, a vibrant 18-year-old from St Helens, has been tragically killed in a collision on the M62, leaving her devastated family and friends remembering her 'beautiful, bubbly' personality.

Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods

Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.

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