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Martin Lewis: Win a £6,000 Council Tax Refund

Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.

Unexploded Bomb Found in Birmingham, Halts Trains

An unexploded wartime bomb discovered near a Birmingham railway line caused major train cancellations and a 100m exclusion zone. Bomb disposal teams made the device safe. Read the full story on the disruption.

Hundreds duped by fake Birmingham fireworks again

Hundreds of revellers braved freezing temperatures in Birmingham for a non-existent NYE fireworks display, fooled for a second year by AI-generated online adverts. Learn how to spot misinformation.

LA Palisades Fire: Documentary Alleges City Failure

A new documentary claims the devastating LA Palisades wildfires were worsened by a 'conscious decision to give up' and poor city preparedness, as council members erupt. Read the full investigation.

Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m

Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.

Birmingham bin strike: New Year 'mega-picket' planned

Birmingham could see renewed disruption as unions plan a major 'mega-picket' in support of the long-running bin strike, with fears of more rubbish and rat infestations. Read the latest on the escalating dispute.

Unauthorised Traveller Camp Sparks Fury in Birmingham Park

Residents in Birmingham are outraged as an unauthorised traveller encampment with over ten caravans remains in Perry Barr Park for over two weeks, with locals claiming the council has 'done nothing'. Read the full story.

Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped

Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.

Birmingham bin collections suspended amid strike

Bin collections in Birmingham are suspended as agency workers join the strike. Rubbish piles up amid allegations of bullying and threats from council management. Read the latest.

Birmingham bin strikes suspend all collections

Birmingham's bin collection service is suspended due to mass pickets by agency and council workers. The council aims to resume collections tomorrow. Read the latest on the dispute.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

Hunter Valley council plans 40% rate hike

Cessnock City Council proposes a staggering 39.9% rates increase, costing households over $1,000 annually. Residents fight back with petition as council cites financial crisis.

Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed

Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.

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