Exclusive report reveals the deepening crisis of derelict Victorian buildings in Glasgow, as city leaders demand immediate action and funding from Holyrood to avert a public safety catastrophe.
A racism scandal erupts in the Scottish Borders as council contractors are subjected to vile abuse. The local authority and police are investigating the incident, which was caught on video and widely condemned.
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
A Scottish council has launched an investigation after a racist comment referring to 'African workmen' was posted from its official Facebook account. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and accusations of institutional racism.
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
A rare earth tremor with a magnitude of 1.9 was detected by the British Geological Survey near the village of African in the Scottish Borders, causing a stir amongst locals and scientists.
A family of African origin is facing homelessness after Scottish Borders Council issued an eviction notice from their council-owned farmhouse, sparking outrage and accusations of discrimination.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of UK households who may be overpaying on council tax and could be owed a refund. Check if you're due cash back now.
A community in Scottish Borders is in mourning after a newborn baby tragically died following an incident at the Minto Mall in Hawick. Police have launched an investigation as tributes pour in for the infant.
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Parliament is spending disproportionate time on international affairs like Palestine while domestic crises in Perthshire, Paisley and across Scotland demand urgent attention. Critics question Holyrood's misplaced pr
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
A 72-year-old man's life is turned upside down after a deep pothole in Westminster leaves him with a shattered ankle. Despite the severity of his injuries, the local council has shockingly rejected his compensation claim, sparking outrage over the state o
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
Outraged beach hut owners in Bournemouth declare war on the local council over plans to sell the land beneath their huts for £450,000, just months after imposing crippling rent increases. The bitter dispute highlights a growing conflict over coastal prope
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
Exclusive: The European Union is accelerating plans for a 1,000-mile 'defence shield' along its eastern frontiers to counter what officials label a hybrid attack by the Kremlin, using migrants to destabilise the bloc.
A landmark report reveals the most catastrophic collapse of global press freedom in half a century, with the UK's own record under scrutiny amidst a rising tide of authoritarianism and disinformation.
Eurobodalla Shire Council on the NSW South Coast faces a fierce backlash from residents over its controversial new policy that would limit households to a maximum of two dogs or cats, with fears it could tear families apart.
A Scottish court has mandated North Lanarkshire Council to pay substantial compensation to a young woman after catastrophic failures in her care left her vulnerable to abuse.
Everything you need to know about the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES). Learn how automated border checks will affect your travel to Europe from the UK, what data is collected, and how to prepare for the October 2024 rollout.
European nations are taking drastic defensive measures, from anti-tank ditches to border closures, amid stark warnings that Putin's war aims extend far beyond Ukraine. Germany cautions of a wider plan for conquest as the EU is urged to stockpile food and
West Oxfordshire District Council blocks Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm expansion plans, banning new parking and threatening the shop's future. Full details on the planning row.
Struggling with the cost of living? Millions of UK households are eligible for a £150 council tax rebate. Our definitive guide explains who qualifies, how to claim, and what to do if you've been missed. Don't miss out on this crucial financial support.
A standoff escalates in the Scottish Highlands as an eco-conscious tribe refuses to leave their encampment in a Perthshire woodland, despite a formal eviction notice from the local council over ecological concerns.
A UK man's nightmare continues as his fire-ravaged home is torn down by the council without his consent, leaving him with nothing but a massive bill and a legal battle.
First Minister John Swinney delivered a blistering, Braveheart-inspired retort to Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross during a heated First Minister's Questions, defending the SNP's record and accusing opponents of 'gutter politics'.
Yvette Cooper demands answers after Nottingham Trent University professor was wrongly questioned by immigration officials despite being a UK national for decades.
Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
West Lothian Council suspends removal of Saltire flags after workers face threats and intimidation. A contentious debate over national identity and local authority policy unfolds.