Council bans couple's flower pots over 'fire hazard' fears
A retired couple in Westminster are forbidden from decorating their flower pots after the council branded them a fire risk, sparking a debate about council overreach and common sense.
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Westminster Hit-and-Run: Police Hunt Driver After Pedestrian Injured
Police are urgently searching for a driver and passenger who fled after a serious hit-and-run incident near Westminster Cathedral, leaving a pedestrian with life-changing injuries.
Westminster: Britain's Most Expensive Living Costs Revealed
New data exposes the staggering reality of living in Westminster, where residents face Britain's highest costs while earning less than you might expect.
Paddington Hotel's 'Parklet' Sparks Fury and Safety Fears
A luxury London hotel in Paddington faces intense criticism from residents after installing a controversial 'parklet' dining area, dubbed an eyesore and a danger to pedestrians. Locals demand immediate removal.
Council Boss Jailed for Brother Bribery Scheme
A former Westminster City Council property director has been sentenced to prison for orchestrating a brazen bribery scheme, funneling lucrative housing maintenance contracts worth millions to his brother's company.
Council orders destruction of memorial sunflower garden for late wife
A Missouri widower's tribute to his late wife, a vibrant sunflower garden, is under threat of destruction by local council officials citing zoning violations, sparking a community outcry.
Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
Council's 'Scrooge' Ban on Ice Cream Van Jingles and Sales
Westminster Council proposes a ban on ice cream vans playing jingles for more than 12 seconds and selling near schools, sparking outrage from vendors and parents.
Home Gym Bass Sparks Neighbour War in Westminster
A Westminster personal trainer faces a noise abatement notice after neighbours complain about relentless bass from his home gym. The council intervenes in the escalating dispute over daily 5am workouts.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
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.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
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.
Martin Lewis: 1.7m could claim £5,000 council tax refund
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.
Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell
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.
Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast
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.
Pensioner's pothole agony: Council denies shattered ankle claim
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
Bristol Parents Sue Council Over School Places Chaos
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.
Beach Hut Owners Declare War on 'Greedy' Council
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
Council axes Hollywood actor's ancestral home restoration deal
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.
Council's Two-Pet Limit Sparks Outrage on South Coast
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.
Boy George Forced to Work Club Toilets in Council Row
Culture Club icon Boy George has been ordered to perform menial toilet duties at his own pop-up club by Westminster Council, following a licensing row that has stunned the music industry.
320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang
A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco
Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp
A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.
Council paints over new Banksy mural at Royal Courts of Justice
In a controversial move, Westminster Council has painted over a powerful new Banksy mural depicting a protester being struck by a judge's gavel. The artwork, which appeared overnight on the Royal Courts of Justice, sparked immediate debate about art, prot
Mum's £18k eviction threat over disabled son's decking
A mother in Westminster faces a staggering £18,000 bill and potential eviction after the council ordered the removal of decking she built for her disabled son, igniting a fierce debate over tenant rights and disability provisions.
Council Blocks Clarkson's Farm Parking in Blow to Diddly Squat
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.
Daily 3am Parties Make London Man's Life 'Hell'
Fed-up Londoner's life turned upside down by neighbours hosting relentless all-night parties, loud arguments, and street chaos. Exclusive details on the neighbour dispute shaking a Westminster community.
Your 2024 Guide to the £150 Council Tax Rebate
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.
Woman vandalises council bin lorry in shocking rampage
Dramatic footage captures a woman snapping a windscreen wiper and kicking a refuse truck during a furious confrontation with workers in Westminster. The incident, now under police investigation, has sparked outrage.
Council demolishes fire-damaged home, bills owner
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.
Urgent Blue Badge Warning For Disabled Drivers
Drivers with disabilities are being issued an urgent warning as councils crack down on Blue Badge misuse with new surveillance tech. Find out how these changes could affect you.
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