Reform UK expels council leader over racist posts
Reform UK has revoked the membership of Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper following an investigation into alleged racist abuse targeting Sadiq Khan and David Lammy. Read the full story.
Reform UK has revoked the membership of Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper following an investigation into alleged racist abuse targeting Sadiq Khan and David Lammy. Read the full story.
Investigators confirm a long-suspected burial ground at Ireland's Tuam mother and baby home, unearthing 11 sets of infant remains. The grim search for up to 800 children continues.
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.
Staffordshire county council leader Ian Cooper faces calls to resign after alleged racist social media posts. Reform UK launches investigation as Labour MPs condemn 'outright bigotry'.
Mysterious Irish indie artist Dove Ellis releases his stunning debut album 'Blizzard'. Discover the 22-year-old's unique sound, hailed as a glorious mix of Jeff Buckley and Van Morrison.
A beloved stag has been brutally slaughtered and beheaded at Newbridge Demesne in Donabate. Fingal County Council is urging anyone with information to contact Gardaí.
A beloved stag has been brutally slaughtered at Newbridge Demesne in Donabate. The eight-year-old animal was found decapitated, sparking a police investigation. Contact Gardaí with information.
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.
A Florida mother's petition to create a 68th county named after Donald Trump sparks debate. Will the controversial 'Trump County' proposal gain enough support?
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.
A notorious Staffordshire junction dubbed one of Britain's most dangerous will undergo £25,000 safety improvements after 13 crashes were filmed in six weeks. Read how local action prompted change.
A Reform-led Kent council repainted 'School Keep Clear' markings outside a primary school closed since 2016. The £350 error has been branded a 'farce' and waste of public money. Read the full story.
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
Kent County Council apologises after repainting road markings outside school closed since 2016. Residents call it 'a farce' as council admits £350 error.
A damning report reveals Sara Sharif's murder was preventable after safeguarding services missed 15 warnings. Surrey County Council apologises for catastrophic failings.
Flautist Sir James Galway returns to his native Belfast to receive an honorary doctorate from Ulster University, reflecting on his musical roots and global career. Discover his journey.
A damning report reveals how fear of causing offence led to multiple missed opportunities to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture and murder. Urgent child protection reforms demanded.
Reform Councillor Peter Mason faces calls to resign over offensive social media posts, including calling children in care 'evil'. Read the full story.
A Reform council leader defends a colleague who called police 'British hating scum' and made offensive remarks about a statue of a black woman. Read the full story on the political fallout.
MPs call for a full parliamentary investigation after a damning review reveals systemic failures in child services that led to the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif. Read the full report.
A damning review finds 10-year-old Sara Sharif was failed by authorities who missed multiple opportunities to save her from horrific abuse. Read the full report on the systemic failures.
Damning report reveals how authorities missed multiple chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture death by her father. Read the shocking findings.
Fire Brigades Union warns Reform UK's 'flagship' Kent council is in disarray after councillor suspensions, creating a threat to public safety. Read the full investigation.
Kent County Councillor Isabella Kemp becomes latest Reform UK member suspended as party faces mounting pressure over candidate vetting processes and internal standards.
Kent councillor James Parry has been suspended by Reform UK following revelations of racist and anti-immigration content shared on his Facebook profile, sparking fresh controversy for the party.
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Dramatic political showdown at Kent County Council as three Reform UK members face expulsion, exposing deepening tensions in local government ahead of crucial elections.
Exclusive investigation reveals how an American with Taliban connections evaded MI5 detection to work in Southport children's services, raising serious national security concerns.
Galway West TD Catherine Connolly announces presidential bid, challenging Michael D. Higgins in what promises to be a dramatic election battle for Ireland's highest office.