Hawkesbury Council approves controversial rate hike
Hawkesbury residents face financial strain as local council votes through significant rate increases despite overwhelming community opposition and heated public protests.
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Lady Chu wins Westminster council seat after Tory disqualification
Labour candidate Lady Ming Qing Chu secures dramatic victory in Westminster council election after Conservative rival disqualified over nomination form errors, marking significant political shift in traditional Tory stronghold.
Reform UK candidate quits in Kent election setback
Exclusive: Reform UK's campaign in Kent hits turbulence as local candidate pulls out, raising questions about party organisation and leadership stability under Nigel Farage.
Reform UK banned from Kent council over filming incident
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Labour council hikes SUV parking permits in green crackdown
Labour-run Merton Council introduces controversial parking permit price hikes targeting SUV owners, with fees potentially tripling for heavier vehicles in new environmental policy.
Reform UK leader hunts leakers after secret recording scandal
Kent council leader launches internal investigation to identify who leaked recorded meeting, creating political turmoil for Reform UK amid transparency concerns.
Kent Council Explodes in Jackie Weaver-Style Budget Clash
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Martin Lewis council tax advice could save you hundreds
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Reform UK stuns Labour in Welsh council by-election
Reform UK delivers a stunning blow to Labour, snatching a council seat in Caerphilly with a dramatic swing that signals potential trouble for Keir Starmer's party in traditional heartlands.
Reform UK stuns Labour in Welsh council by-election
In a dramatic political upset, Reform UK has snatched a council seat from Labour in Caerphilly, dealing a significant blow to Keir Starmer's party in its Welsh heartland ahead of the general election.
Reform UK Stuns Labour in Welsh By-Election
Labour suffers devastating defeat in traditional stronghold as Reform UK secures dramatic victory in Caerphilly council by-election, signalling major political shift in Wales.
Cardiff Council: Labour loses majority as Reform UK gains seat
In a dramatic political shift, Cardiff Council sees its first Reform UK councillor elected while Labour loses overall control, signalling potential changes in Wales' capital city governance.
Cardiff Council crisis: Four Labour cabinet members resign
Wales's capital city council descends into chaos as four senior Labour councillors quit their cabinet roles, plunging the administration into uncertainty ahead of crucial budget decisions.
Cardiff Council Faces Major Political Shake-Up After Elections
Cardiff Council is set for significant political changes following recent election outcomes, with Labour falling short of majority control. Discover how the new political landscape will shape Wales' capital city.
Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods
Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.
Council fined £15k for pressure washing pollution breach
Central Coast Council faces substantial penalty after pressure washing incident sends contaminated water into stormwater system, sparking environmental concerns and calls for better practices.
Angela Rayner's £30k council 'golden goodbye' payout
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is poised to receive a substantial £30,000 payout after formally resigning from her council position, raising questions about political transparency and taxpayer-funded severance.
Noosa Council Fraud Scandal: Major Investigation Launched
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.
Council data breach exposes victim to rapist
A vulnerable victim was forced to flee her home after council officials accidentally revealed her new address to the violent sex attacker who tormented her, in a catastrophic data protection failure.
Manchester councillors demand Union Jack removal
Labour councillors in Manchester have sparked a political storm by demanding the removal of Union Jack flags from council buildings, arguing they represent 'colonial history' rather than modern British values.
Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster
Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.
Slash council tax by £800 with Martin Lewis tip
Discover how one household dramatically reduced their council tax payments after following Martin Lewis' expert advice on challenging your band.
Council Tax Warning: Thousands Could See Bills Slashed
Exclusive: New research reveals millions in council tax support going unclaimed as cost of living crisis deepens. Discover if you're eligible for reductions worth hundreds of pounds.
Westminster House Horror: 20 Tonnes of Rubbish Cleared
Shocking scenes emerge as Westminster Council clears a staggering 20 tonnes of waste from a luxury London home, revealing a property crisis that's left neighbours horrified and authorities scrambling.
Scotland Faces New Local Taxes as Councils Seek Cash
Scottish households face a wave of new municipal taxes as SNP ministers grant councils unprecedented powers to raise revenue through tourist taxes, workplace parking levies, and other local charges.
Britain's parking crisis: Councils defend record-high charges
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK councils are implementing Britain's most expensive parking fees, claiming it prevents 'spot-stealing' by non-residents while generating millions in revenue.
Council boards up wrong house, leaves family homeless
A Kent couple returned from holiday to find their home illegally boarded up by the council in a case of mistaken identity, leaving them temporarily homeless and fighting for compensation.
Isla Fisher's father Simon Barry runs for council seat
Simon Barry, father of actress Isla Fisher, is campaigning for a seat on East Suffolk Council in the upcoming local elections, bringing a touch of Hollywood glamour to UK politics.
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