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.
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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.
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.
Lancashire village plagued by blood-sucking flies in winter
Residents of Firsby, Lancashire, describe life as 'hell' due to a persistent plague of biting stable flies, with a local business blamed. One dog may need ear amputation.
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.
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.
School bus overturns in Coppull, Lancashire, injuring 20
A school bus carrying pupils has overturned in Coppull, Lancashire, leaving around 20 people with injuries. Emergency services are on the scene. Get the latest updates.
Double-decker bus roof ripped off in Lancashire bridge crash
Emergency services are responding after a double-decker bus smashed into a bridge in Coppull, Lancashire, tearing off its roof. Follow for live updates.
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.
Reform UK councillor suspended in extremist messages probe
Lancashire councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after participating in WhatsApp group featuring alleged calls for 'mass Islam genocide'. Investigation underway.
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.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
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.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
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.
Non-league keeper scores sensational 95-yard goal
Charnock Richard goalkeeper Joe Robbins becomes overnight sensation after scoring incredible 95-yard goal that's gone viral across social media platforms.
80,000 UK Homes Face Flood Risk as Met Office Issues Warnings
Severe flood warnings issued for Cumbria and Lancashire as heavy rainfall threatens thousands of properties. Met Office alerts residents to prepare for potential evacuation.
Man jailed for Taylor Swift Taliban threats in Southport
Lancashire man jailed after sending chilling Taliban threats targeting pop superstar Taylor Swift, revealing disturbing online behaviour and international security concerns.
Swifties Spark Southport Banking Boom Ahead of Eras Tour
Lancashire banks experience remarkable surge as Swifties flock to open accounts, creating unexpected economic boost ahead of Liverpool concerts.
MI5 missed Taliban-linked American working with UK children
Exclusive investigation reveals how an American with Taliban connections evaded MI5 detection to work in Southport children's services, raising serious national security concerns.
Lancashire mansion costs same as Mayfair flat
Discover this breathtaking 10,000 sq ft mansion in Lancashire with cinema, gym and sauna - all for the price of a two-bed Mayfair apartment. Luxury living never looked so affordable.
Southport children's Taylor Swift tribute wins global hearts
A group of primary school children from Southport has captured international attention with their creative tribute to Taylor Swift, bringing joy to their community and earning praise from fans worldwide.
Family rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay drama
Emergency services pull four family members from dangerous quicksand during dramatic Morecambe Bay rescue operation near Silverdale. Coastguard and fire crews respond to coastal emergency.
Woman rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay night op
Emergency services pull woman to safety after she becomes trapped in quicksand during evening walk along Morecambe Bay coastline in heart-stopping rescue mission.
A627 Closure: Major Lancashire Road Shut for Days
Critical roadworks on the A627 in Lancashire will close the route for several days, with diversions in place and significant travel disruption expected across the region.
Luke Wood relishing England opportunity against New Zealand
England's latest bowling sensation Luke Wood opens up about his international journey, T20 ambitions, and embracing the pressure against New Zealand's formidable batting lineup.
Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
Happy Valley creator reveals scrapped original ending
Writer Sally Wainwright shares the dramatic alternative conclusion for Catherine Cawood that was scrapped from the hit BBC drama's final season.
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