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Met Police officer charged over protest assault on Green candidate

A serving Metropolitan Police constable faces criminal charges after being accused of striking a Green Party local election candidate during a heated anti-Israel demonstration in central London. The incident, captured on video, has sparked an internal inv

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.

Union Jack protest house sparks immigration debate

A British homeowner in a quiet residential street has draped his property in Union Jack flags in a dramatic protest against illegal immigration, sparking local debate and council attention.

Tewkesbury's Tourism Boom Prices Out Locals

The historic Gloucestershire town of Tewkesbury is facing a severe housing crisis as soaring property prices, driven by tourism and second-home ownership, force local residents and young people out of the community they call home.

Giant Trump Balloon Protest Erupts in Central London

Thousands of protesters descended upon central London in a dramatic demonstration against Donald Trump, featuring giant nappy-clad effigies, 'MAGA' drags, and placards branding the former President a fascist.

Fury over plan to demolish New Forest's 100-year-old bridge

Residents of affluent Brockenhurst are up in arms as New Forest District Council pushes forward with controversial plans to demolish a cherished century-old footbridge, replacing it with a modern structure despite fierce local opposition and heritage conc

Anti-Migrant and Counter-Protesters Clash in Central London

Central London became a battleground as hundreds of anti-migrant protesters and counter-demonstrators faced off in a tense standoff near the Houses of Parliament, requiring a significant Metropolitan Police intervention to maintain order.

Huntington Beach Revolt Over 'Woke' Council Beach Plans

Huntington Beach residents are in revolt against controversial city council proposals that locals claim will ruin the city's world-famous beaches and dismantle its community spirit. The so-called 'woke' agenda includes removing the iconic concrete lifegua

Widow, 83, drowns in flood after rescue failure

An 83-year-old woman drowned in her bungalow during severe flooding after fire crews, aware of vulnerable residents, failed to conduct a morning welfare check. An inquest hears the devastating sequence of failures.

Anti-immigration protester arrested on Westminster Bridge

Dramatic scenes unfolded in central London as a British nationalist protester was arrested after scaling a lamppost on Westminster Bridge during an anti-immigration demonstration, causing significant traffic disruption.

Pastor's protest stops Black History mural removal

A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.

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 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.

San Francisco residents sue city over Tenderloin drug crisis

Furious residents and business owners in San Francisco are taking legal action against the city, claiming officials have failed to address the dangerous drug epidemic and crime in the Tenderloin district, turning it into a humanitarian disaster.

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.

Epping Hotel Migrant Standoff: Police Face Angry Locals

Exclusive details emerge of the 24-hour police standoff at The Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex, as furious locals protested the sudden arrival of asylum seekers. Discover the full story of the confrontation, the political fallout, and the ongoing debate over

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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