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.
Photographer Philip Butler captures the poignant beauty and social history of Britain's humble garage blocks, a fading icon of 20th-century urban planning, in a stunning new visual archive.
Explore the haunting beauty and rich history of Auchen Castle, the derelict Dumfriesshire estate with direct links to former UK Prime Minister Sir Alec Douglas-Home, now left to decay.
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
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 exclusive look inside the Ferrier Estate in Greenwich, a symbol of failed urban planning now being demolished. Discover the shocking conditions residents endured for decades.
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.
A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.
Exclusive: The Chief Executive of bankrupt Birmingham City Council, Deborah Cadman, faces intense scrutiny over a staggering £760 million equal pay liability as residents face a 21% council tax hike and devastating service cuts.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch condemns Spelthorne Borough Council for banning the St George's flag from its building, accusing it of 'patriotic phobia' and undermining British values.
A frustrated resident has taken road repairs into their own hands, spray-painting massive St George's Cross flags around potholes to shame the council into action. The bold protest highlights the UK's growing pothole crisis.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
Brisbane City Council launches a formal investigation after a controversial radio stunt involving Councillor James Martin on the 'Kyle & Jackie O' show, prompting outrage from both Labor and LNP and raising serious questions about standards in public offi
A Welsh council is imposing steep council tax increases on second homes and holiday lets, sparking accusations of anti-English sentiment. Critics argue the move unfairly targets English homeowners while locals struggle with housing shortages.
A shocking exposé reveals the grim reality of Wythenshawe's neglected estates, dubbed a 'ghost town' by frustrated locals. Discover the truth behind the decay.
Explore the gritty world of 'Top Boy' as it delves into the brutal realities of adolescence in London's estates. A must-watch drama now on Netflix.
Sir Benjamin Slade, the eccentric aristocrat, has decided to convert his grand family estate into a luxury hotel, marking the end of a dynastic era.
Sunderland City Council has opposed a proposed housing development near the Stadium of Light, citing concerns over traffic and community impact. Read more on the latest local planning dispute.
A local council in the UK accidentally created a tourist attraction by listing a repaired water leak as a 'waterfall' on Google Maps. The blunder has left residents amused and visitors confused.
Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been hit with fresh corruption charges, as the UN Security Council holds urgent talks on the country's escalating crisis.
Judith Pearson, an 82-year-old resident of Mosman, is battling eviction after council officials claim her home renovations breach regulations. The case has sparked outrage among locals.
Households across the UK face steep council tax increases to fund Angela Rayner's proposed government reforms, sparking backlash from cash-strapped families.
Council workers abseiled down a major bridge to dismantle a homeless encampment, sparking debates on housing policies and public safety.
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa expresses pride after being invited to join Donald Trump's sports council, calling it a privilege to serve.
Decades after its launch, Margaret Thatcher's Right to Buy policy continues to spark debate. This article examines its lasting impact on housing availability and affordability in the UK.
Locals in a quaint British village are up in arms over new traffic restrictions they claim have turned their peaceful community into a 'prison'. Read their shocking story.
A woman was stunned to receive a £100 fine after using a public toilet in Westminster. Her story has sparked outrage online, raising questions about council policies.
The local council has issued an urgent update following the tragic incident at Waterworld, revealing critical safety measures and ongoing investigations.