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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.

MPs slam police 'sexual entrepreneurs' guidance

Police chiefs face backlash for telling officers to call prostitutes 'sexual entrepreneurs'. MPs call the guidance 'harmful' and demand a meeting with the minister. Read the full story.

Travis Kelce faces backlash over national anthem incident

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce finds himself at the centre of controversy after fans were filmed talking and drinking during the national anthem at his 'Kelce Jam' festival, sparking outrage across social media.

Reform UK councillors reject Union flag display

Nottinghamshire councillors from Reform UK face backlash after voting against displaying the Union flag on council buildings, raising questions about the party's stance on British symbols and national identity.

Met Police sack officers in Panorama scandal

Exclusive: Metropolitan Police dismisses multiple officers following damning BBC Panorama investigation into serious misconduct and corruption allegations within the force.

BBC exposé reveals toxic culture in Metropolitan Police

A devastating BBC investigation uncovers disturbing evidence of bullying, misogyny, racism and discrimination within London's Metropolitan Police, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability.

Met Police sacks officers after Panorama corruption probe

The Metropolitan Police has dismissed three officers today following a damning BBC Panorama investigation into corruption and misconduct within the force, marking the first disciplinary actions from the documentary's revelations.

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.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods

Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.

Angela Rayner's £30k council 'golden goodbye' payout

Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is poised to receive a substantial £30,000 payout after formally resigning from her council position, raising questions about political transparency and taxpayer-funded severance.

Council data breach exposes victim to rapist

A vulnerable victim was forced to flee her home after council officials accidentally revealed her new address to the violent sex attacker who tormented her, in a catastrophic data protection failure.

Manchester councillors demand Union Jack removal

Labour councillors in Manchester have sparked a political storm by demanding the removal of Union Jack flags from council buildings, arguing they represent 'colonial history' rather than modern British values.

Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster

Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.

Scotland Faces New Local Taxes as Councils Seek Cash

Scottish households face a wave of new municipal taxes as SNP ministers grant councils unprecedented powers to raise revenue through tourist taxes, workplace parking levies, and other local charges.

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