Lisbon Funicular Tragedy: City's Old vs New Struggle
A devastating funicular accident in Lisbon's historic Alfama district sparks urgent questions about urban infrastructure, mass tourism, and the perilous struggle to preserve the soul of a city.
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Man City Star's Mansion Extension Sparks Neighbour Row
A Manchester City footballer faces a bitter dispute with neighbours over a colossal home extension to his Cheshire mansion, with locals branding the plans 'monstrous' and an 'overdevelopment'.
Westminster Council unlawful migrant hotel approval scandal
Westminster City Council faces severe backlash and legal scrutiny after allegedly approving a controversial plan to house migrants in a city centre hotel without proper planning permission. The scheme, which proposed adding extra rooms to the Page 8 hotel
Planning System Not to Blame for Housing Shortage
New research debunks the common political narrative that planning red tape is causing the housing crisis. Discover the real reasons behind Britain's homebuilding failures.
Family's Home Ruined by Monstrous Warehouse in Planning Row
A British family's dream home has been plunged into darkness after a colossal warehouse was constructed directly opposite their property, sparking a fierce local planning battle and raising serious questions about UK council development policies.
Legally Slash Your Inheritance Tax Bill
Discover expert-approved, completely legal methods to significantly reduce or even eliminate your Inheritance Tax liability. Learn how gifting, pensions, and trusts can safeguard your estate for your loved ones.
Bristol City vs Hull City: Championship Preview & Live Stream
Everything you need to know as Bristol City host Hull City in a pivotal Championship showdown. Get live stream details, team news, and expert predictions for this Championship clash.
UK Pension Crisis: Millions Risk Retirement Poverty
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK workers are sabotaging their retirement savings. Discover the five critical pension mistakes to avoid and secure your financial future.
Europe's Most Peaceful City Rivals Paris For Beauty
Discover the underrated European gem that has been crowned the continent's most peaceful city, offering breathtaking architecture, serene canals, and a fraction of the crowds of Paris or Amsterdam.
Scottish Government Proposes Radical Overhaul of Edinburgh Centre
The Scottish Government has unveiled a transformative strategy to pedestrianise key parts of Edinburgh's Old Town, create new green spaces, and tackle overtourism, aiming to preserve the city's heritage while building a sustainable future.
NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.
Bethel Residents Clash Over Affordable Housing Development
A fierce dispute erupts in Bethel, Connecticut, as locals oppose a 60-unit affordable housing development, citing environmental and infrastructure concerns while developers argue it addresses a critical housing shortage.
Expert Sunday Hacks To Beat Stress & Boost Productivity
Discover the game-changing Sunday routine used by productivity experts to conquer chaos, banish the Sunday scaries, and create a flawlessly organised week ahead.
Melbourne rainwater tank dispute sparks national planning debate
A Melbourne homeowner's installation of a basic rainwater tank has ignited a fierce legal row with his local council, raising questions about property rights and sustainable living regulations in urban Australia.
Homeowner's £116k Driveway Fine Nightmare in Barnet
A homeowner in Barnet was hit with a staggering £116,000 fine by the local council for a dropped kerb they claim they never knew existed. Discover how a simple driveway led to a five-year legal battle.
Trump Plans Lavish Rhode Island Estate in Liberal Stronghold
Exclusive: Donald Trump is set to develop a sprawling new luxury compound in Rhode Island's elite coastal community, raising eyebrows and planning questions in the traditionally liberal state.
Festival Fury: Headliners Clash in Scheduling Debacle
Furious festival-goers demand refunds after Points East Festival's Saturday line-up forces impossible choices between headlining acts Sampha, Jai Paul, and Erykah Badu performing at the exact same time.
Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building
In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.
UK delays decision on China's massive new London embassy
Ministers postpone a crucial planning decision for China's proposed massive new embassy complex in London, citing unresolved national security concerns and a need for further scrutiny.
Wimbledon expansion blocked by Court of Appeal
The All England Club's controversial £65 million Wimbledon expansion fails as Court of Appeal upholds decision to protect historic parkland in major setback for tennis authorities.
Human Touch Transforming UK Urban Landscapes in 2025
Discover how British cities are prioritising human-centred design, green spaces, and community connections to combat urban isolation and create more liveable environments.
Court blocks Wimbledon's £200m expansion plan
The All England Club's controversial £200m Wimbledon expansion plan has been decisively blocked by the Court of Appeal, preserving 73 mature trees and ending a bitter three-year legal battle with local residents and environmental campaigners.
Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms
A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.
Premier League clubs spark fury over £2m green belt plans
Manchester City and Gorton Wanderers face a fierce local backlash and council scrutiny over controversial plans to build a £2 million elite training complex on protected green belt land, threatening community access and local ecology.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
Rooneys lose bid to block public footpath at mansion
Cheshire East Council has thrown out an application by Wayne and Coleen Rooney to extinguish a public right of way that cuts through the grounds of their luxury £20 million Cheshire mansion, a decision backed by local ramblers.
Hardy's Dorset countryside threatened by 4,000-home development
A massive development plan for 4,000 homes in Dorset threatens to erase the timeless landscapes that inspired Thomas Hardy's novels, sparking a fierce battle between progress and preservation.
Trump's DC Hotel Sparks Fury Over Closed Pedestrian Walkway
Donald Trump's DC hotel sparks fury by closing a key public walkway, disrupting commuters and families. Locals and officials condemn the move as a disregard for public convenience in the heart of the capital.
Dad ordered to demolish £5k summer house for his kids
A Devon father faces financial ruin after being ordered to demolish his £5,000 summer house, built for his children, following a shock council planning enforcement notice.
Court Backs Councils to Block Asylum Seeker Hotels
A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.
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