Reform's flagship council plots 4% council tax rise
Kent County Council, won by Reform UK in 2025, proposes a 3.99% council tax increase despite election pledges to cut taxes. Opposition brands it a 'total betrayal'. Read the full story.
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Reform's flagship council plots 4% council tax rise
Kent County Council, won by Reform UK in 2025, plans a 3.99% council tax increase despite election pledges to cut taxes. Opposition brands it a 'total betrayal'. Read the full story.
Reform UK's flagship council plans 4% council tax hike
Kent County Council, Reform UK's flagship authority, proposes a 3.99% council tax rise, breaking election promises. Average Band D households face a £67.47 annual increase. Read the full story.
Kent School Bus Crashes into Ditch on Black Ice
A school bus carrying pupils to Homewood School crashed into a ditch near Ashford after slipping on black ice. Emergency services attended but no injuries were reported. Read the full story.
Kent School Bus Crashes into Ditch on Black Ice
A school bus in Ashford, Kent, crashed into a ditch after slipping on black ice. Emergency services attended but there were no reported injuries. Read the full details and winter driving advice.
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.
How to check your council tax band and claim a refund
Martin Lewis explains a two-step check to see if you're in the wrong council tax band. One viewer secured a £6,000 refund. Learn how to challenge your band safely.
Luxury Dorset beach huts hit with 50% council tax rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase after the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211k for local services.
Luxury Dorset Beach Huts Hit With 50% Council Tax Rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
Two teens die in Kent car crash, third injured
A 17-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl died after a car left Old Ferry Road in Iwade, Kent. Police appeal for dashcam footage as local councillor calls for road safety improvements.
Urgent Search for Missing 14-Year-Old in Kent
Police appeal for help to find Maisie Cornish, 14, last seen at Maidstone station in freezing conditions. She may have travelled to London. Call with any information.
Urgent search for missing 14-year-old in Kent
Police urgently appeal for help to find Maisie Cornish, 14, last seen at Maidstone East station in freezing conditions. She may have travelled to London.
Third arrest in fatal Gillingham hit-and-run
A third man has been arrested following a fatal hit-and-run in Kent where an elderly pedestrian was carried on a car's roof for over a mile. Police urge for dash cam footage.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, investigation ongoing
A child has died in a house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Firefighters remain on scene making the property safe as an investigation into the cause begins. Our thoughts are with the family.
Child dies in Kent house fire, five others injured
A child has died and five others, including three firefighters, were injured in a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. The investigation into the cause is ongoing.
Child dies in Hamstreet house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after an intense blaze in Ashford. Fire crews faced a severe fire in Hamstreet. Support is available for the community.
Child dies in Kent house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital following a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Emergency services are investigating the cause of the blaze.
Child dies in Kent house fire, second hospitalised
A child has died and another is in hospital after a devastating house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Emergency services are investigating the cause. Read the latest updates.
Child killed in intense Kent house fire
A child has tragically died following a severe house fire in Kent. A second child was rushed to hospital. This is a breaking news story - refresh for updates.
Full list of who can get free or discounted Council Tax
Thousands of UK households could be eligible for a 100% discount on their council tax bill. Find out if you qualify for a full exemption or a reduction based on your circumstances.
Councils called 'Christmas Grinches' over decoration cuts
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
Biker and passenger killed in Kent three-vehicle crash
A man and woman in their 30s died in a collision involving a motorcycle, car and van on the A228 near Pembury. Police are appealing for dashcam footage.
Reform's Kent Council reveals £60m budget deficit
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, projects a £60 million deficit for 2026-27, with warnings it could worsen. Discover the impact on council tax and public services.
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.
Millions face potential local election delays until 2027
Up to 63 council areas in England may postpone May 2026 local elections to 2027 amid a government reorganisation of town halls. See the full list of affected areas.
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.
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.
Council paints school lines at closed site in spending farce
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.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
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.
Council paints school lines at closed site for 9 years
Kent County Council apologises after repainting road markings outside school closed since 2016. Residents call it 'a farce' as council admits £350 error.
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