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.
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.
Shocking footage captures the moment a violent protest in Makassar, Indonesia, turns deadly as a massive fire engulfs city council buildings following a storming by demonstrators.
Three dead as fire engulfs council buildings in Indonesia following violent protests over the death of a taxi driver. Riot police deployed as tensions escalate.
In a stunning political development, two Warwick City Council members, Jessica Marino and Stephen Angell, have abruptly resigned from their posts, citing personal reasons and leaving the council in a state of upheaval.
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.
A family is demanding answers after a retired florist was killed by a falling tree branch while walking her dog in a park. An inquest hears the tragic details as council safety protocols are scrutinised.
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
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of disrepair at the Bank of England's iconic Threadneedle Street headquarters. Soaring costs and internal disputes threaten a landmark restoration.
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.
A catastrophic wildfire, suspected to be sparked by a discarded cigarette, has torn through Cyprus, claiming two lives and reducing multi-million pound luxury villas to ash in an apocalyptic scene.
The iconic Kimball Castle in Gilford, New Hampshire, a Gilded Age landmark, has been tragically destroyed by a devastating fire, with officials now confirming the historic structure must be demolished.
A devastating fire has ripped through the iconic Palace Theatre in Southend, with over 60 firefighters tackling the blaze. Live updates as emergency services work to save the historic building.
A motorist checking a £100 parking penalty was left reeling after uncovering a colossal £23,500 debt erroneously linked to his car. This astonishing administrative error by Westminster City Council highlights a dramatic system failure.
A significant moorland fire is raging across the North York Moors National Park, with multiple fire crews engaged in a large-scale operation to protect nearby villages and control the spread.
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
Fire crews are using explosive charges to combat a significant wildfire on Saddleworth Moor, West Yorkshire, with smoke visible for miles. Authorities advise residents to keep windows closed.
A young first-time buyer's dream turns into a financial nightmare as her local council allegedly reneges on a government scheme promise, leaving her with crippling debt and an uninhabitable property.
Emergency services battle large-scale moorland fire near Scarborough as dry conditions fuel blaze. Crews work through the night to protect nearby villages.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t
A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover
A landmark Denver skyscraper has been declared 'structurally unsafe' and evacuated after a botched renovation, reveals a multi-million dollar lawsuit against contractor Upton Brothers.
Exclusive: Vanessa Jacobs-Fennell reveals her two-year ordeal with Bellevue Hill Council over a non-compliant pool fence, detailing the emotional toll and financial strain of the dispute that left her feeling 'criminalised'.
An Ethiopian Orthodox church in Central London has been slapped with a parking fine after a vehicle was left illegally outside its Westminster chapel, sparking a debate over religious exemptions and council enforcement.
A couple has legally occupied their dream chalet in the Snowdonia National Park for 27 years without planning permission due to a critical council error. Discover how a bureaucratic oversight turned into a property rights victory.
London's Metropolitan Police launch an arson investigation after a major fire tears through the Indian Aroma restaurant in Ilford. Two individuals have been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting the blaze.