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.
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Council's £10,000 property licence blunder exposed
A devastating administrative error by Westminster Council left a landlord facing a £10,000 bill after officials mistakenly revoked her property licence. The shocking case exposes serious flaws in local authority licensing systems.
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.
Dog owner fined £150 for pavement fouling in Westminster
A Westminster resident faces a hefty penalty after council enforcement officers witnessed their dog fouling incident and discovered the owner wasn't carrying proper disposal bags.
Boston removes Catholic saints from city pledge
In a controversial move that's dividing the community, Boston's City Council has eliminated references to Catholic saints from its traditional pledge, sparking debate about religious heritage and modern inclusivity.
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.
Council fines woman £150 for pouring coffee down drain
A London woman faces a hefty £150 penalty from council officials who spotted her disposing of coffee grounds down a drain in what critics call an extreme example of jobsworth enforcement.
Reform UK banned from Kent council over filming incident
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Kent Council Explodes in Jackie Weaver-Style Budget Clash
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Martin Lewis council tax advice could save you hundreds
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
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.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Cardiff Council Faces Major Political Shake-Up After Elections
Cardiff Council is set for significant political changes following recent election outcomes, with Labour falling short of majority control. Discover how the new political landscape will shape Wales' capital city.
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.
Noosa Council Fraud Scandal: Major Investigation Launched
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.
Council data breach exposes victim to rapist
A vulnerable victim was forced to flee her home after council officials accidentally revealed her new address to the violent sex attacker who tormented her, in a catastrophic data protection failure.
Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster
Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.
Slash council tax by £800 with Martin Lewis tip
Discover how one household dramatically reduced their council tax payments after following Martin Lewis' expert advice on challenging your band.
Westminster House Horror: 20 Tonnes of Rubbish Cleared
Shocking scenes emerge as Westminster Council clears a staggering 20 tonnes of waste from a luxury London home, revealing a property crisis that's left neighbours horrified and authorities scrambling.
Council boards up wrong house, leaves family homeless
A Kent couple returned from holiday to find their home illegally boarded up by the council in a case of mistaken identity, leaving them temporarily homeless and fighting for compensation.
Reform UK Council Faces Total Political Blockade
A newly Reform-led council in Basildon faces immediate turmoil as opposition parties vow to block all initiatives, raising concerns about local governance paralysis.
Kansas City renames street for George Floyd
Kansas City makes historic move to rename a major thoroughfare after George Floyd, joining cities worldwide in commemorating the anniversary of his tragic death and ongoing police reform efforts.
Europe's Best City Breaks: Reader Favourites Revealed
Discover the continent's most captivating urban escapes as Guardian readers share their favourite under-the-radar European cities for 2025, from Marseille's vibrant markets to Helsinki's design scene.
Council charges homeowner £20k in neighbour hedge dispute
A furious homeowner reveals how his local council charged him £20,000 in a bitter boundary dispute over a 16ft hedge, exposing what critics call a 'cash cow' system that profits from neighbour wars.
Martin Lewis: Check your council tax band now
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains how millions of UK households are missing out on substantial council tax refunds due to simple errors in their property banding.
Council bans couple's flower pots over 'fire hazard' fears
A retired couple in Westminster are forbidden from decorating their flower pots after the council branded them a fire risk, sparking a debate about council overreach and common sense.
Sally Rooney Absent from London Award Ceremony for Dublin Honour
Bestselling author Sally Rooney was notably absent from the London ceremony where she was awarded the 'Freedom of the City of Dublin'. Discover the personal reasons behind her decision not to attend.
Council orders destruction of memorial sunflower garden for late wife
A Missouri widower's tribute to his late wife, a vibrant sunflower garden, is under threat of destruction by local council officials citing zoning violations, sparking a community outcry.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
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