Tribute: Howel Jones, Lib Dem Leader & Teacher, 96
Remembering Howel Jones, a dedicated teacher, Methodist preacher, and Liberal Democrat councillor who served his community for decades. Discover his remarkable life story.
Remembering Howel Jones, a dedicated teacher, Methodist preacher, and Liberal Democrat councillor who served his community for decades. Discover his remarkable life story.
Edward Brandt, 61, found guilty of stalking Dame Penny Mordaunt. The ex-councillor sent numerous emails and messages. Read the full court details.
Edward Brandt, a former councillor, is on trial for stalking MP Penny Mordaunt. He allegedly sent emails and visited her office 'to commiserate' over her leadership loss. Read the full court details.
Kent County Councillor Isabella Kemp becomes latest Reform UK member suspended as party faces mounting pressure over candidate vetting processes and internal standards.
Kent councillor James Parry has been suspended by Reform UK following revelations of racist and anti-immigration content shared on his Facebook profile, sparking fresh controversy for the party.
Conservative Party gains defector as Reform UK councillor switches allegiance over policy disagreements, highlighting internal tensions within right-wing politics.
Conservative councillor James Buchan dramatically crosses floor to join Reform UK, dealing fresh blow to Rishi Sunak's leadership amid growing party discontent.
A Conservative councillor's attempt to ban Stephen Kelman's acclaimed novel 'Pigeon English' from schools sparks national debate about censorship, literary value, and cultural representation in education.
Reform UK suffers significant blow as Runcorn councillor Chris Rowe crosses floor to join Liberal Democrats, dealing fresh blow to Farage's political ambitions ahead of potential general election campaign.
Sarah Pochin, Reform UK's first elected MP, faces criticism after defending her dual role as MP and councillor, claiming she works 'all hours' while opponents question her commitment to constituents.
A newly elected councillor's celebratory drink turned into a nightmare when he was brutally attacked, leaving him with life-changing injuries and questioning public safety.
A Reform UK councillor has been reported to police after filming inside a migrant hotel while declaring his British heritage, sparking debate about immigration and political activism.
Mother-of-seven Paris Fury opens up about her pride in being a traditional wife, raising her children with Tyson Fury in Morecambe, and how household chores keep her in shape without gym sessions.
A British councillor was doused in flammable liquid and set on fire in a terrifying daylight attack outside his family business in Sussex, leaving him with serious burns.
Labour councillor Saqib Khan faces investigation after his convicted brother, on the run from authorities, made a brazen appearance at a family wedding, raising serious security concerns.
Conservative councillor for Scottish Borders, Gavin Logan, has been suspended by the party after making inflammatory comments about African-Scots on Facebook, prompting widespread condemnation.
A Conservative MP has secretly launched a 500-day countdown to oust Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch from party leadership, exposing deep divisions within the Tory ranks as the party trails heavily in the polls.
Former Royal Marine Commando and Labour councillor Chris Webb steps down from Plymouth City Council, citing overwhelming professional demands. The resignation triggers a by-election in the key marginal seat of Ham.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts a growing rebellion as councillors quit over the party's stance on Gaza and internal democracy, forming a new independent group in protest.
A 28-year-old Labour councillor from Wolverhampton has been charged with blackmail and sending unsolicited messages to MPs and parliamentary staff in a major Westminster scandal.
Lancashire Police launch investigation following the death of Burnley councillor Charlie Kirk after a controversial social media post. Colleagues pay tribute to a dedicated public servant.
Conservative councillor John Lamb faces immediate dismissal after suggesting controversial commentator Charlie Kirk 'brought assassination upon himself' in a since-deleted social media post, igniting a firestorm of criticism and a swift party investigatio
A local councillor blasts TikTok-fuelled tourists for overwhelming the picturesque village of Castleton with chaos, parking nightmares, and disrespectful behaviour as visitor numbers explode.
A former breakdancer known as 'Thilly' is causing a stir in Cranford's local elections with a radical manifesto pledging to tax developers and slash councillor allowances. Discover his unconventional campaign.
A Reform UK councillor in Thurrock is under investigation after distributing leaflets with a slogan linked to a far-right group, sparking outrage and a police assessment.
A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.
A Reform UK councillor working in the Home Office's asylum claims processing has been suspended after The Guardian revealed his political affiliation, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest and political neutrality within the immigration sy
Former Conservative councillor Gary Wall remains on the sex offenders register after the Court of Appeal upholds his conviction for sexually assaulting a woman at a party in Essex.
Exclusive insight into golfer Tommy Fleetwood's enduring marriage to Clare Craig, defying a 17-year age difference. Discover their love story, family life, and the secret to their happiness.
Veteran broadcaster John Craven moved Countryfile viewers with a poignant and emotional tribute to his beloved wife of 55 years, Marilyn, following her recent passing.