Council demolishes fire-damaged home, bills owner
A UK man's nightmare continues as his fire-ravaged home is torn down by the council without his consent, leaving him with nothing but a massive bill and a legal battle.
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Travellers occupy Green Belt field in Essex defying council
A group of travellers has illegally set up an encampment on protected Green Belt land in Essex, transforming it into a makeshift caravan park. Local authorities have launched legal action to remove them from the field in Crays Hill, near Billericay.
Council suspends Saltire flag removal after threats
West Lothian Council suspends removal of Saltire flags after workers face threats and intimidation. A contentious debate over national identity and local authority policy unfolds.
Coventry Council Reviews Palantir Contract Over IDF Links
Coventry City Council launches an urgent review of its data contract with Palantir Technologies following protests over the firm's ties to the Israel Defence Forces, raising ethical procurement concerns.
Perth Council Backtracks on Beach Parking Charges After Fury
Perth's Cambridge Council faces a local revolt after abruptly scrapping its new paid parking scheme at City Beach and Floreat Beach, just one day after implementation. The sudden reversal follows a massive public outcry and threats of a formal protest, le
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.
Bondi's £1.7m Parking Garage Closed Indefinitely
Waverley Council faces furious backlash after abruptly closing Bondi's crucial £1.7 million parking garage indefinitely, leaving local businesses and residents stranded without warning.
42 UK Areas Face Maximum Council Tax Hike - Full List
Exclusive analysis reveals the 42 local authorities in England set to impose the maximum allowed Council Tax increase this April, as the cost of living squeeze intensifies for millions of households.
Queensland council bans Welcome to Country ceremonies
A rural Australian council's decision to ban voluntary 'Welcome to Country' ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country at official events has ignited a fierce national debate about reconciliation and local governance.
Council Tax Hotspots: Full List of Highest Bills Revealed
Exclusive: New data reveals the UK council tax hotspots for 2024/25. Find out if your area is on the list facing the highest increases and how it compares nationally.
Travellers occupy public football pitches in Basildon
A group of travellers has set up an unauthorised encampment with a dozen caravans on public football pitches in Basildon, Essex, prompting the local council to initiate urgent legal proceedings for their removal.
Westminster Council's pavement crisis injures elderly residents
Westminster Council is under fire after a series of accidents on dangerously uneven pavements. Elderly residents have suffered serious injuries, including a 92-year-old woman who faceplanted on a cracked footpath. Locals demand immediate action as the cou
Neighbour from Hell: Couple's 3am Noise Nightmare
A UK couple's life is made unbearable by a noisy neighbour's 3am antics, with council inaction leaving them trapped in a living hell. Exclusive investigation.
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.
Council's £10k error becomes couple's dream windfall
A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.
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.
Warwick City Council members resign in shocking double exit
In a stunning political development, two Warwick City Council members, Jessica Marino and Stephen Angell, have abruptly resigned from their posts, citing personal reasons and leaving the council in a state of upheaval.
Council's woke flag directive sparks fury
A UK council sparks outrage after it tells staff they can seek support if they feel 'unsettled' or 'uncomfortable' by the display of the English flag, St George's Cross, on St George's Day. Critics slam the move as an attack on national identity.
Great-Grandmother Killed by Falling Tree Branch on Dog Walk
A family is demanding answers after a retired florist was killed by a falling tree branch while walking her dog in a park. An inquest hears the tragic details as council safety protocols are scrutinised.
Reform Council Removes Flags Citing Safety Concerns
A Reform UK-controlled council in Boston, Lincolnshire, has sparked outrage by removing the St George's Cross and Union Flag from its buildings, citing 'community safety' concerns. The decision has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and polit
Family's horror in Ealing Council's rat-poo infested flat
A homeless family with a newborn baby has been left in despair after Ealing Council placed them in temporary housing riddled with rat droppings, damp, and severe disrepair, sparking outrage and calls for immediate action.
Russia Strikes British Council in Kyiv in Retaliatory Attack
Russia launches a major missile strike on Kyiv, directly targeting the British Council building. The attack, described as a retaliatory act for UK support of Ukraine, marks a significant escalation in tensions between Moscow and the West.
Man's £100 parking check reveals shocking £23,500 council debt
A motorist checking a £100 parking penalty was left reeling after uncovering a colossal £23,500 debt erroneously linked to his car. This astonishing administrative error by Westminster City Council highlights a dramatic system failure.
Nottinghamshire Council bans local news outlet in democracy row
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.
First-time buyer left with £50k debt over broken home scheme pledge
A young first-time buyer's dream turns into a financial nightmare as her local council allegedly reneges on a government scheme promise, leaving her with crippling debt and an uninhabitable property.
Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
UK Councils' £122bn Debt Crisis Forces Public Asset Fire Sale
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
Homeowner billed £300k for land he doesn't own
A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover
Sydney mum's desperate plea in council pool fence nightmare
Exclusive: Vanessa Jacobs-Fennell reveals her two-year ordeal with Bellevue Hill Council over a non-compliant pool fence, detailing the emotional toll and financial strain of the dispute that left her feeling 'criminalised'.
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