Suburbs face council tax hikes in funding shake-up
Families in suburban and shire counties face painful council tax increases as a new 'fairer' funding system redirects central resources to deprived urban areas. Discover the impact.
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Food Network drops Jeff Mauro from Kitchen streaming service
Popular Food Network star Jeff Mauro has been unexpectedly dropped from Food Network Kitchen as the platform undergoes significant restructuring, marking another high-profile departure from the streaming service.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
LA County CEO exits in secret settlement deal
Los Angeles County's top administrator Fesia Davenport has quietly exited her role under mysterious circumstances after the Board of Supervisors approved a confidential financial settlement, raising questions about transparency in local government.
Vodafone reveals cause behind major UK network outage
Vodafone reveals the true cause behind yesterday's widespread network failure that left millions of customers without mobile service across the UK.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Council ridiculed for costly wheelie bin colour changes
A local authority faces ridicule after spending thousands on new coloured bin lids instead of using cheap stickers, in what critics call a 'ludicrous waste of public money' during a cost-of-living crisis.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
Hidden meaning behind phone's E symbol revealed
Mobile users are only just discovering the true meaning behind the mysterious 'E' symbol that appears on phone signal bars, and it's not 'emergency' as many believed.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Woman fined £150 when wind blows cardboard from full bin
A London woman was hit with a £150 penalty when a piece of cardboard escaped from an overfilled council bin during windy weather, sparking outrage over council enforcement practices.
Council's £600 parking fine fails after worker's error admission
A motorist successfully challenged a £600 parking penalty after a council worker admitted the ticket was issued in error. The case highlights ongoing issues with parking enforcement across UK councils.
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.
Reform UK campaign sinks refugee sanctuary plan
A controversial campaign by Reform UK has successfully pressured local councillors to abandon a council-of-sanctuary plan for refugees in the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare, exposing deep political divisions over immigration policy.
Scotland and Irish county forge historic transport partnership
In an unprecedented cross-border agreement, the Scottish Government has partnered with Ireland's County Donegal to create a revolutionary transport network, with Network Rail providing crucial technical expertise for this international collaboration.
UK Government bypasses Holyrood in transport funding row
The UK Government faces accusations of undermining Scottish devolution after directly awarding £15.6 million to local councils, bypassing the Scottish Government in a move branded 'constitutionally unacceptable'.
O2 3G Network Shutdown: Is Your Phone Affected?
O2 is permanently switching off its 3G network in 2025, affecting millions of devices. Discover which phones will stop working and how to prepare for the 4G/5G transition.
Blue Badge Crackdown: Thousands Lose Disabled Parking Permits
Exclusive investigation reveals how councils across Britain are stripping disabled parking permits from vulnerable residents amid government crackdown on Blue Badge scheme misuse.
Three found dead in County Louth family tragedy
A quiet Irish community is reeling after the devastating discovery of three family members found deceased in their County Louth residence, as Gardaí launch investigation into the heartbreaking incident.
County Cricket: Warwickshire stun Notts, Surrey dominate Hampshire
A dramatic day in the County Championship saw Warwickshire seize control against Nottinghamshire, while Surrey tightened their grip on Hampshire. Get all the live scores, key wickets, and batting heroics.
Food Network cancels three Halloween baking shows
Food Network cancels three popular Halloween baking competitions, including 'Halloween Baking Championship', amid significant schedule changes and presenter controversies.
Bin collection chaos hits 2 million UK households
A staggering two million households across Britain are experiencing disrupted bin collections, with some waiting up to five weeks, as council services buckle under pressure.
Camden Council social housing complaints surge 70%
Exclusive investigation reveals a systemic failure in Camden Council's social housing, with residents suffering from severe damp, mould, and vermin infestations as complaint handling collapses.
California Storm Chaos: Deadly Floods and Landslides
A state of emergency has been declared across parts of Northern California as a severe atmospheric river unleashes catastrophic flooding, destructive mudslides, and widespread power outages, claiming lives and stranding communities.
Optus Network Outage Sparks Chaos Across Adelaide
A catastrophic nationwide outage on the Optus network has plunged Adelaide into chaos, blocking emergency calls, crippling businesses, and disrupting transport services. The unprecedented telecoms failure raises serious questions about national infrastruc
Starmer: Ban New Gambling & Vape Shops Targeting Locals
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a radical community empowerment plan to block new betting shops and vape stores, giving residents the power to shape their high streets and protect local communities from exploitation.
Ministers face rebellion over special needs funding crisis
A growing rebellion over the crisis in special educational needs funding is brewing, with parents, councils, and Tory MPs uniting against the government's failing system.
Councils get new powers to block betting shops and vape stores
Local authorities across England are set to receive sweeping new powers to block new betting shops, payday lenders, and vape stores from opening in a bid to reclaim Britain's high streets. The 'planning crackdown' aims to give communities more control ove
UK Councils Outlaw Shouting at Ponies as Antisocial Behaviour
New Public Space Protection Orders across rural Britain outlaw shouting, aggressive pony-stroking, and other activities deemed antisocial, sparking a debate on civil liberties and local authority powers.
Optus network failure linked to Triple Zero deaths
A catastrophic failure during an Optus network upgrade disrupted emergency calls to Triple Zero, resulting in three tragic deaths, as confirmed by the telecom giant's CEO in a damning revelation.
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