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Labour's Devolution Revolution: Shadow Ministers Unveil Radical Power Shift from Westminster

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.

Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Controversial Media Ban After Public Outcry

Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban

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.

Council Flushes £20k Down the Drain: Public Toilet Stays Shut Despite Massive Investment

Council spends £20k on toilet that stays locked

Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.

From Bramble Patch to Bake-Off: Transform Foraged Blackberries into a Decadent Chocolate Cake

Zero-Waste Blackberry Chocolate Cake Recipe

Discover how to create a stunning zero-waste chocolate cake using foraged blackberries. This innovative recipe turns seasonal abundance into an unforgettable dessert while reducing food waste.

Don't Bin Those Fennel Fronds! Transform Them Into a Vibrant Zero-Waste Pesto

Zero-Waste Fennel Frond Pesto Recipe

Discover a simple, delicious recipe to turn often-discarded fennel tops into a flavourful pesto, championing sustainable cooking and reducing food waste in your kitchen.

Nottingham Post Faces Trump-Style Boycott Over Council Reform Coverage | Media Blackout

Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post

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.

NDIS 'John' Scandal: Scheme Boss Quits After Lavish Spending On Strippers And Booze Exposed

NDIS Boss Quits After Taxpayer-Funded Stripper Scandal

The senior executive tasked with safeguarding Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme has resigned in disgrace after a bombshell investigation revealed he expensed sex workers, alcohol, and luxury gifts to taxpayers.

Westminster Fly-Tipping Crisis: 320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in London's Trendy Streets

320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang

A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco

Hidden Toxins in Disposable Face Masks: The Post-Pandemic Chemical Timebomb Threatening UK Environment

COVID Masks Leach Toxins in UK Environment

New UK research reveals disposable face masks from the COVID-19 pandemic are leaching dangerous chemicals and microplastics into soil and waterways, creating a silent environmental crisis that could persist for decades.

Essex Council's Bonkers Flag Fiasco: Taxpayer Fury as County Spends Thousands on Bizarre New Banners

Essex Council's 'Bonkers' Flag Spend Sparks Taxpayer Fury

Essex County Council faces a storm of criticism after spending thousands of pounds of public money on a controversial set of new flags, branded 'bonkers' and a 'shocking waste' by furious residents and politicians.

Shocking Images Reveal Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Left Buried in Rubbish | UK Waste Crisis

Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Buried in Rubbish

Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.

Toxic Timebomb: 45,000 Sites in Wales Potentially Contaminated by Hazardous Waste

45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste

A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.

Epping Forest Council Declares 'Independence' from Westminster in Dramatic Protest

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

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.

Epping Rebellion: Furious Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over 'Appalling' Service Cuts

Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts

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.

Reform UK Councils: Flag Bans & Policy Shifts Mark First 100 Days in Power

Reform UK Councils: 100 Days of Policy Revolution

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.

Nottingham Council's Boycott of Local Paper: A Petty and Alarming Attack on Press Freedom

Nottingham Council's alarming boycott of local paper

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.

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