A motorist checking a £100 parking penalty was left reeling after uncovering a colossal £23,500 debt erroneously linked to his car. This astonishing administrative error by Westminster City Council highlights a dramatic system failure.
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
A female prison officer from Nottinghamshire has been sentenced to 16 months behind bars after a clandestine affair with a convicted criminal she was meant to be guarding at HMP Lowdham Grange.
A young first-time buyer's dream turns into a financial nightmare as her local council allegedly reneges on a government scheme promise, leaving her with crippling debt and an uninhabitable property.
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t
A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover
The heartbroken mother of Harvey Willgoose, 17, speaks out for the first time since her son's tragic death in a motorbike accident, as his best friend pays a moving tribute.
Exclusive: Vanessa Jacobs-Fennell reveals her two-year ordeal with Bellevue Hill Council over a non-compliant pool fence, detailing the emotional toll and financial strain of the dispute that left her feeling 'criminalised'.
A couple has legally occupied their dream chalet in the Snowdonia National Park for 27 years without planning permission due to a critical council error. Discover how a bureaucratic oversight turned into a property rights victory.
A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.
Exclusive: The Chief Executive of bankrupt Birmingham City Council, Deborah Cadman, faces intense scrutiny over a staggering £760 million equal pay liability as residents face a 21% council tax hike and devastating service cuts.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch condemns Spelthorne Borough Council for banning the St George's flag from its building, accusing it of 'patriotic phobia' and undermining British values.
A frustrated resident has taken road repairs into their own hands, spray-painting massive St George's Cross flags around potholes to shame the council into action. The bold protest highlights the UK's growing pothole crisis.
The devastating story of Emily Long, a young TikTok creator from the UK whose desperate online pleas for help preceded an unthinkable family tragedy. A stark warning on mental health and social media.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
Brisbane City Council launches a formal investigation after a controversial radio stunt involving Councillor James Martin on the 'Kyle & Jackie O' show, prompting outrage from both Labor and LNP and raising serious questions about standards in public offi
The Environment Agency confirms the tragic death of Paul Suffolk, a dedicated officer who lost his life while protecting communities from devastating Storm Babet floods in Nottinghamshire.
A Welsh council is imposing steep council tax increases on second homes and holiday lets, sparking accusations of anti-English sentiment. Critics argue the move unfairly targets English homeowners while locals struggle with housing shortages.
Sunderland City Council has opposed a proposed housing development near the Stadium of Light, citing concerns over traffic and community impact. Read more on the latest local planning dispute.
Judith Pearson, an 82-year-old resident of Mosman, is battling eviction after council officials claim her home renovations breach regulations. The case has sparked outrage among locals.
The local council has issued an urgent update following the tragic incident at Waterworld, revealing critical safety measures and ongoing investigations.
A London borough has banned Lime bikes after awarding a new e-bike rental contract to rival companies, sparking debate over urban transport policies.
NFL star Saquon Barkley declines an invitation to join Donald Trump’s sports advisory council, sparking discussions on athletes and political involvement.
Residents in Westminster are outraged as overflowing bins and inconsiderate parking turn their neighbourhood into a health hazard.
Tracey Connelly, the mother of Baby P, could face a legal challenge to prevent her release from prison after a parole board decision sparked outrage.
Philadelphia Eagles' Saquon Barkley was surprisingly left out of Donald Trump's sports council, sparking debate among NFL fans and analysts.
Motorists in Bristol are challenging unfair Clean Air Zone penalties as the council faces backlash over enforcement errors. Discover the latest on this growing dispute.
Residents in Westminster are outraged as overflowing bins attract swarms of flies, while parking disputes add to their misery. Locals demand immediate action from the council.
A shock discovery of a massive rat, comparable in size to a domestic cat, has raised alarms in a Teesside town, highlighting the severe impact of council budget cuts on pest control services.