Scotland's £77M supply teacher bill exposes education crisis
Scottish councils are facing a financial crisis as supply teacher spending hits record £77 million annually, revealing deep-rooted staffing shortages across the education system.
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Richmond Council's £150 coffee fine sparks outrage
A London council faces backlash after issuing a £150 penalty to a commuter who briefly left his car to buy coffee, raising questions about parking enforcement fairness.
Farage's Council Power Grab Reshapes UK Politics
Exclusive analysis reveals how Nigel Farage's Reform UK is making strategic gains in local councils, challenging traditional party strongholds and potentially reshaping Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.
UK's Worst Bin Collections Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK councils with the worst bin collection records as residents face overflowing waste and missed collections.
Dog owners furious over new 'ASBO' restrictions
British dog owners are erupting in anger as local authorities introduce sweeping new restrictions, including mandatory muzzles, leads, and exclusion zones, in what's being dubbed 'canine ASBOs'.
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.
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.
Council ridiculed for costly wheelie bin colour changes
A local authority faces ridicule after spending thousands on new coloured bin lids instead of using cheap stickers, in what critics call a 'ludicrous waste of public money' during a cost-of-living crisis.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Woman fined £150 when wind blows cardboard from full bin
A London woman was hit with a £150 penalty when a piece of cardboard escaped from an overfilled council bin during windy weather, sparking outrage over council enforcement practices.
Council's £600 parking fine fails after worker's error admission
A motorist successfully challenged a £600 parking penalty after a council worker admitted the ticket was issued in error. The case highlights ongoing issues with parking enforcement across UK councils.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Reform UK campaign sinks refugee sanctuary plan
A controversial campaign by Reform UK has successfully pressured local councillors to abandon a council-of-sanctuary plan for refugees in the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare, exposing deep political divisions over immigration policy.
UK Government bypasses Holyrood in transport funding row
The UK Government faces accusations of undermining Scottish devolution after directly awarding £15.6 million to local councils, bypassing the Scottish Government in a move branded 'constitutionally unacceptable'.
Blue Badge Crackdown: Thousands Lose Disabled Parking Permits
Exclusive investigation reveals how councils across Britain are stripping disabled parking permits from vulnerable residents amid government crackdown on Blue Badge scheme misuse.
Bin collection chaos hits 2 million UK households
A staggering two million households across Britain are experiencing disrupted bin collections, with some waiting up to five weeks, as council services buckle under pressure.
Camden Council social housing complaints surge 70%
Exclusive investigation reveals a systemic failure in Camden Council's social housing, with residents suffering from severe damp, mould, and vermin infestations as complaint handling collapses.
Starmer: Ban New Gambling & Vape Shops Targeting Locals
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a radical community empowerment plan to block new betting shops and vape stores, giving residents the power to shape their high streets and protect local communities from exploitation.
Ministers face rebellion over special needs funding crisis
A growing rebellion over the crisis in special educational needs funding is brewing, with parents, councils, and Tory MPs uniting against the government's failing system.
Councils get new powers to block betting shops and vape stores
Local authorities across England are set to receive sweeping new powers to block new betting shops, payday lenders, and vape stores from opening in a bid to reclaim Britain's high streets. The 'planning crackdown' aims to give communities more control ove
UK Councils Outlaw Shouting at Ponies as Antisocial Behaviour
New Public Space Protection Orders across rural Britain outlaw shouting, aggressive pony-stroking, and other activities deemed antisocial, sparking a debate on civil liberties and local authority powers.
Blue Badge Rules: 10 Laws You're Probably Breaking
Millions of UK drivers risk fines by misunderstanding Blue Badge rules. Our essential guide reveals the hidden laws, enforcement changes, and common mistakes that could cost you £1,000.
Migration Boom Creates UK Housing Crisis: 250,000 Homes Needed
Exclusive investigation reveals how record-breaking net migration is overwhelming Britain's housing market, with local councils warning of an acute shortage of homes, schools, and GP services.
SEND Education Crisis: UK Councils Warn of System Collapse
Local authorities across England warn of catastrophic collapse in SEND provision as funding crisis reaches breaking point, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Labour slams 'out of touch' ministers over pothole fund cuts
Labour accuses the Conservative government of slashing vital road maintenance funding by £400m, leaving councils unable to fix potholes as the UK faces a growing road repair crisis.
DWP Attendance Allowance Changes Must Protect Pensioners
Major reforms to the benefit system could see Attendance Allowance devolved to councils, raising fears over postcode lotteries and support for elderly and disabled claimants.
Council allotments shrink to 85x smaller amid demand crisis
Town halls across Britain are carving up traditional vegetable patches into tiny 'micro-allotments' to cope with overwhelming demand, with some new plots measuring a mere 85th the size of standard gardens.
Urgent Council Bin Warning Issued to UK Households
Households across the UK are being put on alert as councils roll out major changes to bin collection schedules and rules. Here's what you need to know to avoid fines and missed pickups.
Parents' 40-mile school run hell as councils pocket millions
Furious parents in the UK are being forced onto a 40-mile daily round trip after their children's school closed, while local councils sit on millions from sold-off school sites. Exclusive investigation.
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