The peaceful Surrey community of West Horsley faces unprecedented disruption as a sixth unauthorised traveller encampment arrives, prompting urgent council intervention and resident outrage over growing safety and environmental concerns.
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.
Haringey Council's flagship housing regeneration scheme faces mounting opposition as local residents and political figures voice concerns over the £2bn development plan.
Outraged residents in Medway face penalties for parking on their own driveways as council enforces controversial new parking rules. Homeowners speak out against what they call 'unfair targeting'.
A furious homeowner reveals how his local council charged him £20,000 in a bitter boundary dispute over a 16ft hedge, exposing what critics call a 'cash cow' system that profits from neighbour wars.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains how millions of UK households are missing out on substantial council tax refunds due to simple errors in their property banding.
A retired couple in Westminster are forbidden from decorating their flower pots after the council branded them a fire risk, sparking a debate about council overreach and common sense.
A Missouri widower's tribute to his late wife, a vibrant sunflower garden, is under threat of destruction by local council officials citing zoning violations, sparking a community outcry.
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of UK households who may be overpaying on council tax and could be owed a refund. Check if you're due cash back now.
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
A leading forensic psychologist, renowned for his work on the Guildford Four miscarriage of justice, has raised serious concerns about the validity of the 'confession' note presented in the Lucy Letby trial, suggesting it may not be what it seems.
A 72-year-old man's life is turned upside down after a deep pothole in Westminster leaves him with a shattered ankle. Despite the severity of his injuries, the local council has shockingly rejected his compensation claim, sparking outrage over the state o
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
Outraged beach hut owners in Bournemouth declare war on the local council over plans to sell the land beneath their huts for £450,000, just months after imposing crippling rent increases. The bitter dispute highlights a growing conflict over coastal prope
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
Eurobodalla Shire Council on the NSW South Coast faces a fierce backlash from residents over its controversial new policy that would limit households to a maximum of two dogs or cats, with fears it could tear families apart.
A trusted school administrator from Surrey has been sentenced to prison after syphoning over £7,500 from a charity-run breakfast club, betraying the trust of pupils and parents.
Prominent journalist and feminist campaigner Julie Bindel was forcibly removed from Surrey Pride following a complaint from Guildford's MP. The incident, captured on video, has ignited a fierce debate about inclusivity, free speech, and 'no-platforming' a
West Oxfordshire District Council blocks Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm expansion plans, banning new parking and threatening the shop's future. Full details on the planning row.
Struggling with the cost of living? Millions of UK households are eligible for a £150 council tax rebate. Our definitive guide explains who qualifies, how to claim, and what to do if you've been missed. Don't miss out on this crucial financial support.
Former 90s TV star John Alford faces a shattered career after being found guilty of engaging in sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl at a party, marking his second major conviction for similar offences.
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.
In a dramatic turn of events, Brian Hooper has been released from prison after the prosecution's star witness, Paul Gooden, confessed to the 2014 murder of Lee Pomeroy himself. The case collapses, exposing a grave miscarriage of justice.
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 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'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