Public cash used for suspended councillor's charity ball night
North Lanarkshire Provost Kenny Duffy used taxpayer money to host his suspended husband at a glamorous charity ball. Critics demand repayment.
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Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Wickes staff to share £14.1m employee share scheme bonus
Nearly 1,000 Wickes employees are set to receive a £14.1 million payout from a share save scheme, with individual profits reaching over £22,000. Read the full story of this retail success.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
7-Eleven Clerk Fired After Defending Herself from Attack
A 7-Eleven employee in Oklahoma was fired after shooting a customer who strangled her. She chose her life over company policy. Read her powerful story of survival.
Minister's council tax error fuels Labour financial scrutiny
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1500 in council tax due to Westminster Council error. Labour faces fresh scrutiny over ministers' financial affairs. Read the full details.
Healey's council tax error causes Labour embarrassment
Defence Secretary John Healey faces questions after underpaying council tax on his Westminster second home due to an administrative error. The Labour minister has now paid the full £1,500 owed. Discover the full story.
Woman Used Caffeine to Assault Boy, 11
Alyson Cranick, 44, pleaded guilty to federal charges after supplying an 11-year-old with caffeine to keep him awake for sexual assaults. She faces life imprisonment.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Elon Musk's xAI Demands Employee Biometric Data
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence firm xAI faces serious allegations after employees claim they were pressured to provide sensitive biometric information, including fingerprints and eye scans, raising major privacy and ethical concerns in the tech indus
Qantas slammed for staff destroying sleep kits
Australia's national airline Qantas has been condemned after employees were caught deliberately destroying unused sleep kits in full view of passengers, sparking outrage and environmental concerns.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Council worker spied on sick colleague using doorbell camera
A Westminster City Council employee has been suspended after allegedly using a neighbour's Ring doorbell to monitor a colleague on sick leave, raising serious questions about workplace surveillance and privacy rights.
Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
Librarian accused of running drug network while working for council
Declan Mansfield, a mild-mannered council librarian from Armadale, stands accused of leading a sophisticated drug trafficking network while working for the local authority, in a case that has stunned the community.
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.
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.
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.
CBA Boss Confronted Over AI Sacking Scandal
A former Commonwealth Bank worker dramatically confronted CEO Matt Comyn after being terminated by artificial intelligence, exposing growing concerns about algorithmic accountability in Australia's banking sector.
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.
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 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.
Government employee charged with Tesla vandalism spree
Dylan Adams, a Minnesota government worker, faces charges after being caught on camera vandalising multiple Tesla vehicles while employed by public sector.
I Worked For King Charles For 21 Years - The Truth
An exclusive interview with a former royal staff member who served King Charles for over two decades, sharing intimate details about his character, work ethic, and the truth behind the public persona.
Starbucks UK Overhauls Dress Code for Baristas
Starbucks UK unveils a major update to its partner dress code, introducing modern, sustainable 'Coffee Craft' uniforms and allowing more personal expression for its 25,000 baristas.
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.
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