Ministers tell Environment Agency to wave through planning apps
Exclusive: Ministers have instructed the Environment Agency to fast-track planning applications, bypassing key pollution and wildlife safeguards, internal documents reveal.
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Irish Passport Applications from Britain Surge 30% Post-Brexit
Official figures reveal a dramatic 30% increase in Irish passport applications from Great Britain, with over 32,000 requests in just three months amid ongoing Brexit fallout.
IKEA introduces new £1.99 charge for shoppers
IKEA has announced a new £1.99 service charge for customers using its popular planning services. Discover how this change affects shoppers and what alternatives are available.
Westminster Council unlawful migrant hotel approval scandal
Westminster City Council faces severe backlash and legal scrutiny after allegedly approving a controversial plan to house migrants in a city centre hotel without proper planning permission. The scheme, which proposed adding extra rooms to the Page 8 hotel
Planning System Not to Blame for Housing Shortage
New research debunks the common political narrative that planning red tape is causing the housing crisis. Discover the real reasons behind Britain's homebuilding failures.
Family's Home Ruined by Monstrous Warehouse in Planning Row
A British family's dream home has been plunged into darkness after a colossal warehouse was constructed directly opposite their property, sparking a fierce local planning battle and raising serious questions about UK council development policies.
Legally Slash Your Inheritance Tax Bill
Discover expert-approved, completely legal methods to significantly reduce or even eliminate your Inheritance Tax liability. Learn how gifting, pensions, and trusts can safeguard your estate for your loved ones.
UK Pension Crisis: Millions Risk Retirement Poverty
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK workers are sabotaging their retirement savings. Discover the five critical pension mistakes to avoid and secure your financial future.
Clarkson's Farm TV Show Boosts Agriculture Degree Applications
New data reveals a dramatic 'Clarkson's Effect', with a 52% rise in students applying to study agriculture since the launch of the hit Amazon Prime series, highlighting its unexpected impact on the future of British farming.
Clarkson's Farm Sparks UK Agricultural College Boom
Jeremy Clarkson's hit Amazon series 'Clarkson's Farm' has inspired a new generation of farmers, with new data showing a huge rise in applications to agricultural colleges across the UK.
NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.
Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building
In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.
UK delays decision on China's massive new London embassy
Ministers postpone a crucial planning decision for China's proposed massive new embassy complex in London, citing unresolved national security concerns and a need for further scrutiny.
Wimbledon expansion blocked by Court of Appeal
The All England Club's controversial £65 million Wimbledon expansion fails as Court of Appeal upholds decision to protect historic parkland in major setback for tennis authorities.
Human Touch Transforming UK Urban Landscapes in 2025
Discover how British cities are prioritising human-centred design, green spaces, and community connections to combat urban isolation and create more liveable environments.
Court blocks Wimbledon's £200m expansion plan
The All England Club's controversial £200m Wimbledon expansion plan has been decisively blocked by the Court of Appeal, preserving 73 mature trees and ending a bitter three-year legal battle with local residents and environmental campaigners.
Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms
A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.
Premier League clubs spark fury over £2m green belt plans
Manchester City and Gorton Wanderers face a fierce local backlash and council scrutiny over controversial plans to build a £2 million elite training complex on protected green belt land, threatening community access and local ecology.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
Rooneys lose bid to block public footpath at mansion
Cheshire East Council has thrown out an application by Wayne and Coleen Rooney to extinguish a public right of way that cuts through the grounds of their luxury £20 million Cheshire mansion, a decision backed by local ramblers.
Hardy's Dorset countryside threatened by 4,000-home development
A massive development plan for 4,000 homes in Dorset threatens to erase the timeless landscapes that inspired Thomas Hardy's novels, sparking a fierce battle between progress and preservation.
Trump's DC Hotel Sparks Fury Over Closed Pedestrian Walkway
Donald Trump's DC hotel sparks fury by closing a key public walkway, disrupting commuters and families. Locals and officials condemn the move as a disregard for public convenience in the heart of the capital.
UK Net Migration Falls 10% in New Home Office Data
Exclusive analysis of the latest Home Office figures shows a significant 10% drop in net migration to the UK, driven by soaring asylum application costs and policy changes. Discover the key numbers and what they mean for Britain's future.
Dad ordered to demolish £5k summer house for his kids
A Devon father faces financial ruin after being ordered to demolish his £5,000 summer house, built for his children, following a shock council planning enforcement notice.
Court Backs Councils to Block Asylum Seeker Hotels
A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.
Neighbour's 6ft Wall Built Through Garden Sparks Fury
A furious homeowner tells of her property nightmare after a neighbour allegedly built a massive brick wall straight through her garden without permission, blocking sunlight and sparking a bitter feud.
Kemi Badenoch investigated over home planning breaches
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch is under investigation by her local council for potential planning breaches at her £1.15m Essex home, raising questions over property declarations.
State Pension Age Could Rise to 69 in UK Shake-Up
Exclusive: The UK state pension age could be raised to 69 sooner than expected, forcing a 'work till you drop' reality for millions in their 40s and 50s. We reveal the secret government review and what it means for you.
Farage Accuses Home Office of Political Interference Over Home
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage alleges government 'collusion' after a Labour MP's letter to the Home Office sparks a review of his planning permission in a protected Essex woodland.
I Let ChatGPT Plan My Holiday - Amazing Results!
A UK traveller handed over his holiday planning to artificial intelligence. Discover how ChatGPT booked flights, found hidden gems, and created a perfect itinerary in minutes.
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