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.
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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.
Baby P's mother forced to reveal new identity after council blunder
Tragic toddler's mother faces safety fears as Haringey Council accidentally discloses confidential information, forcing her to abandon new life.
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.
Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services
Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.
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.
Councillor called 'fascist pig' in meeting chaos
A local council meeting descended into chaos after a Reform UK councillor was called a 'fascist pig', forcing the chairman to suspend proceedings amid unprecedented scenes.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Reform UK Council Faces Total Political Blockade
A newly Reform-led council in Basildon faces immediate turmoil as opposition parties vow to block all initiatives, raising concerns about local governance paralysis.
Reform UK's failed cuts force 5-year Kent tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Reform UK's controversial 'DOGE-style' austerity measures backfired, leaving Kent residents facing years of increased council tax bills amid financial turmoil.
Optus outage left SA ambulance without emergency alerts
A major Optus network failure prevented emergency alerts from reaching South Australian ambulance services, raising serious concerns about public safety and telecommunications reliability.
Manchester synagogue terror alert failure exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a major mobile network failure prevented Manchester's Jewish community from receiving emergency terror attack warnings during synagogue services, raising serious security concerns.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Council spends £20k on toilet that stays locked
Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.
Haringey Council's £2bn housing scheme faces backlash
Haringey Council's flagship housing regeneration scheme faces mounting opposition as local residents and political figures voice concerns over the £2bn development plan.
Council threatens fines for parking on your own driveway
Outraged residents in Medway face penalties for parking on their own driveways as council enforces controversial new parking rules. Homeowners speak out against what they call 'unfair targeting'.
Council charges homeowner £20k in neighbour hedge dispute
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.
Martin Lewis: Check your council tax band now
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.
Council bans couple's flower pots over 'fire hazard' fears
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.
Optus Outage: Triple-Zero Calls Failed, Lives at Risk
A major Optus outage left Australians unable to reach emergency services, with calls to triple-zero failing. A victim who collapsed during the blackout warns that lives are at stake, demanding an urgent regulatory overhaul.
Thornberry Brands UK's UN Defeat By China 'Humiliating'
Shadow Attorney General Emily Thornberry launches scathing attack on Conservative ministers after China secures a top UN judicial seat, branding it a major diplomatic failure for Global Britain.
Nats IT Failure Causes UK Air Traffic Chaos
A major IT failure at the UK's National Air Traffic Services (Nats) caused severe disruption, grounding flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded at London Stansted, Brussels, and Berlin Airports.
Council orders destruction of memorial sunflower garden for late wife
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.
Village Shops Close as Council Fails to Fix Broken Bridge
A once-thriving English village faces economic ruin after its vital footbridge collapsed. Furious locals blame council inertia for cutting them off and forcing shops to close, demanding immediate action.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
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.
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