A furious homeowner reveals how his local council charged him £20,000 in a bitter boundary dispute over a 16ft hedge, exposing what critics call a 'cash cow' system that profits from neighbour wars.
Actor Sean Bean joins Sheffield residents in a fierce campaign against a council proposal to build 700 homes on protected greenbelt land, warning of irreversible damage to the city's natural landscape.
Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, faces a stunning defeat as local councillors unanimously reject her proposed waterfront mega-mansion in Noosa, citing character concerns and overdevelopment.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains how millions of UK households are missing out on substantial council tax refunds due to simple errors in their property banding.
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.
A bitter planning row erupts in Wokingham as a businessman's 'monster mansion' extension, built without full permission, sparks years of legal battles and neighbourhood acrimony. Residents describe their dream homes turning into a 'living nightmare'.
UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.
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.
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.
The historic West Indian Sports and Social Club in Manchester, a beacon for the Windrush generation since 1957, is threatened with demolition to make way for a housing development, sparking outrage and a fierce campaign to save this vital cultural landmar
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.
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.
A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Property expert Sarah Beeny faces a stunning planning defeat as she is ordered to tear down a building on her Somerset estate, constructed without the necessary council permission. A dramatic twist for the development guru.
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.
Greek authorities have halted a contentious five-star hotel project on Milos, famed for its 'Moon Beach', following intense local backlash over environmental and cultural preservation concerns.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Lothian Council suspends removal of Saltire flags after workers face threats and intimidation. A contentious debate over national identity and local authority policy unfolds.
Coventry City Council launches an urgent review of its data contract with Palantir Technologies following protests over the firm's ties to the Israel Defence Forces, raising ethical procurement concerns.
Perth's Cambridge Council faces a local revolt after abruptly scrapping its new paid parking scheme at City Beach and Floreat Beach, just one day after implementation. The sudden reversal follows a massive public outcry and threats of a formal protest, le
Essex County Council faces a storm of criticism after spending thousands of pounds of public money on a controversial set of new flags, branded 'bonkers' and a 'shocking waste' by furious residents and politicians.
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.