UK Boy Gets Scurvy After 38 School Neglect Warnings
A 10-year-old boy in Oldham developed scurvy, an Elizabethan disease, after severe neglect. A report reveals 38 missed warnings from his school. Read the shocking details.
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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.
Father drowns in lake tragedy saving daughter's ball
Chris McLoughney, 47, lost his life in a heartbreaking incident at Rhyddings Park Lake after entering the water to retrieve his daughter's ball. Emergency services recovered his body hours later.
Paul Scholes sells £3.85m Oldham mansion after 20 years
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes and wife Claire have sold their stunning £3.85m Oldham estate, marking a significant property transition for the football icon after nearly two decades.
Dog owner fined £150 for pavement fouling in Westminster
A Westminster resident faces a hefty penalty after council enforcement officers witnessed their dog fouling incident and discovered the owner wasn't carrying proper disposal bags.
Government slams council's four-day week trial
Ministers express 'disappointment' as controversial four-day working week trial continues despite government opposition. Find out why this radical workplace experiment is causing political turmoil.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Scots Face £6,500 Council Tax Hike in SNP Overhaul
Homeowners across Scotland brace for financial blow as SNP government plans radical council tax overhaul that could see bills increase by up to £6,500 annually under controversial new property valuation system.
Bradford Council sells historic halls to plug £150m debt
Cash-strapped Bradford Council launches emergency property sell-off, sacrificing treasured country halls and community landmarks to tackle catastrophic £150 million debt crisis.
Southend becomes 'Bin City' with controversial 3-bin system
Southend-on-Sea becomes the latest UK council to implement controversial three-bin waste collection system, sparking resident backlash and space concerns across the Essex coastal city.
Reform Council spends £15k on flags during austerity
The Reform UK-led Bolton Council faces criticism after spending over £15,000 on British flags while local authorities nationwide implement severe budget cuts and service reductions.
Nottinghamshire Council Demands Flag Reform Over Political Disputes
Nottinghamshire County Council calls for urgent reform of flag-flying rules after political disputes, arguing current regulations create unnecessary division and waste public resources.
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.
Army veteran tears up over £5k council garden bill
Former soldier Kenny Thomson breaks down on television after Edinburgh council demands thousands for garden maintenance he never requested, sparking national outrage.
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.
Council fines woman £150 for pouring coffee down drain
A London woman faces a hefty £150 penalty from council officials who spotted her disposing of coffee grounds down a drain in what critics call an extreme example of jobsworth enforcement.
MSE fan wins £2,000 council tax refund following Martin Lewis
A MoneySavingExpert.com follower successfully challenged their council tax band after following Martin Lewis's guidance, securing a £2,000 refund and permanent bill reduction.
Reform UK councillors walk out of Kent meeting
Dramatic footage shows Reform UK councillors staging a walkout during a Kent council meeting, raising questions about the party's local government approach.
UK's Most Ridiculous Speed Bump Causes Driving Chaos
A poorly designed speed bump in a UK residential area is causing chaos for drivers and emergency services, with locals branding it the most pointless traffic measure they've ever seen.
Hawkesbury Council approves controversial rate hike
Hawkesbury residents face financial strain as local council votes through significant rate increases despite overwhelming community opposition and heated public protests.
Reform UK banned from Kent council over filming incident
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Labour council hikes SUV parking permits in green crackdown
Labour-run Merton Council introduces controversial parking permit price hikes targeting SUV owners, with fees potentially tripling for heavier vehicles in new environmental policy.
Reform UK leader hunts leakers after secret recording scandal
Kent council leader launches internal investigation to identify who leaked recorded meeting, creating political turmoil for Reform UK amid transparency concerns.
Kent Council Explodes in Jackie Weaver-Style Budget Clash
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Martin Lewis council tax advice could save you hundreds
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
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.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Fake Attorney Scam Exposes Oklahoma Jail Security Flaws
Aaron Oldham's elaborate deception unravels as he faces criminal charges for impersonating an attorney to gain illegal access to Oklahoma County Detention Center, exposing serious security vulnerabilities in the prison system.
Cardiff Council: Labour loses majority as Reform UK gains seat
In a dramatic political shift, Cardiff Council sees its first Reform UK councillor elected while Labour loses overall control, signalling potential changes in Wales' capital city governance.
Cardiff Council crisis: Four Labour cabinet members resign
Wales's capital city council descends into chaos as four senior Labour councillors quit their cabinet roles, plunging the administration into uncertainty ahead of crucial budget decisions.
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