Kemi Badenoch faces backlash after rejecting Zafar Mahmood's appointment to Greater Manchester Combined Authority, sparking accusations of political interference in local democracy.
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.
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
The Nottingham Tribune launches High Court action against Reform-run council after journalists were barred from meetings in dramatic press freedom showdown.
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
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.
Reform UK announces radical manifesto pledge to abolish the Financial Conduct Authority's power to regulate banks, promising a bonfire of red tape for the financial sector.
Keir Starmer's Labour government explores unprecedented political reform talks with Nigel Farage, signalling a dramatic shift from Westminster's traditional partisan battles.
Dozens of local authorities, led by Reform UK councillors, are preparing group legal action against the Home Office. They demand reimbursement for millions spent housing asylum seekers, accusing the government of breaching its financial responsibilities.
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.
The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.
Reform UK's Ben Habib claims parents are exploiting free taxi services for children with special needs, warning the unsustainable spending could push local councils into financial collapse.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
An in-depth analysis of how Donald Trump's controversial proposals for US press reform are being used as a blueprint by Nottinghamshire Council, raising alarm over media freedom and local democracy in the UK.
Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.
A growing rebellion of 19 UK councils is mounting legal challenges against the Home Office's use of hotels to house asylum seekers, citing immense strain on local services and community resources.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Reform UK-led councils are implementing controversial policies, from Union flag restrictions to sweeping service reforms, reshaping local governance across Britain.
An investigation reveals Reform UK's strategic targeting of local media outlets like Nottinghamshire Live to amplify its message, raising questions about press impartiality and political influence in the council election landscape.
Nottingham City Council's unprecedented boycott of the Nottingham Post raises serious concerns about press freedom, democratic accountability, and the dangerous blurring of lines between political grievance and civic duty.
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Aberdeen's Dubai operations, raising serious questions about oversight in the emirate's burgeoning financial district and compliance with international standards.
Ministers are accused of using an 'irrational' and 'unfair' formula to slash funding for local services in England, as a landmark legal battle begins.
In a major shift, the Palestinian Fatah movement has held unprecedented talks with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in Beirut, challenging the Palestinian Authority's official stance and potentially reshaping regional alliances.
The British horseracing industry is in shock following the sudden death of revered senior administrator Fiona Carlin. Colleagues and friends remember a 'truly special' and 'brilliant' figure who made an immeasurable contribution to the sport.
A massive political row has erupted after 13 London boroughs were accused of 'human dumping' for housing hundreds of asylum seekers in a single Epping Forest hotel, leaving the local council with a multi-million pound bill and strained public services.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
The UK's advertising regulator has banned a Sanex shower gel commercial, ruling its portrayal of black skin as a 'problem' to be solved is harmful and perpetuates negative stereotypes. The ASA's landmark decision marks a significant step in combating raci
Reform UK council leader Gary Condon has been dramatically removed from his position after a voter registration scandal. The councillor registered at a derelict building to vote for himself, sparking a major investigation and raising serious questions abo
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage triumphs in High Court, forcing NatWest and the FCA to disclose crucial documents related to the closure of his Coutts account, in a major victory for free speech and banking transparency.