Category : Search result: West Midlands council


Nuneaton asylum seeker: 'Somalia is safer' amid protests

An asylum seeker in the small Midlands town of Nuneaton has made a desperate plea, claiming he felt safer in war-torn Somalia, as tensions over the UK's immigration policy reach a boiling point with nightly protests.

Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm Shop Forced to Close

Jeremy Clarkson's popular Diddly Squat farm shop has been ordered to close by West Oxfordshire District Council. The Grand Tour star faces a fresh planning battle over parking and traffic concerns, leaving fans disappointed.

Pastor's protest stops Black History mural removal

A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.

Jeremy Clarkson Considering Dubai Move Over Farming Frustrations

Jeremy Clarkson is reportedly considering a dramatic relocation to Dubai, citing immense frustration with the UK's planning system and its impact on his Diddly Squat Farm. The outspoken TV host and farmer is said to be 'at the end of his tether' with loca

Council's £10k error becomes couple's dream windfall

A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.

Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts

Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.

Nazi-obsessed schoolboy jailed over school attack plot

A 15-year-old neo-Nazi fanatic from the West Midlands has been sentenced to custody after amassing a terrifying arsenal of weapons, including crossbows and machetes, for a planned attack on his school.

Council's woke flag directive sparks fury

A UK council sparks outrage after it tells staff they can seek support if they feel 'unsettled' or 'uncomfortable' by the display of the English flag, St George's Cross, on St George's Day. Critics slam the move as an attack on national identity.

Reform Council Removes Flags Citing Safety Concerns

A Reform UK-controlled council in Boston, Lincolnshire, has sparked outrage by removing the St George's Cross and Union Flag from its buildings, citing 'community safety' concerns. The decision has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and polit

Family's horror in Ealing Council's rat-poo infested flat

A homeless family with a newborn baby has been left in despair after Ealing Council placed them in temporary housing riddled with rat droppings, damp, and severe disrepair, sparking outrage and calls for immediate action.

Russia Strikes British Council in Kyiv in Retaliatory Attack

Russia launches a major missile strike on Kyiv, directly targeting the British Council building. The attack, described as a retaliatory act for UK support of Ukraine, marks a significant escalation in tensions between Moscow and the West.

Three Men Charged in West Bromwich Child Abduction

West Midlands Police charge three men with kidnap and false imprisonment after an 11-year-old boy was abducted in West Bromwich. The suspects remain in custody awaiting a court appearance.

Wales sees first population dip in 170 years, ONS reveals

Exclusive ONS data reveals Wales's population fell for the first time since the 1850s, while England's West Midlands became the fastest-growing region outside London, signalling a major post-pandemic demographic shift.

Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury

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.

Page 1 of 4