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Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell

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.

Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast

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.

Pensioner's pothole agony: Council denies shattered ankle claim

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

Beach Hut Owners Declare War on 'Greedy' Council

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

FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.

Council's Two-Pet Limit Sparks Outrage on South Coast

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.

Your 2024 Guide to the £150 Council Tax Rebate

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.

Expert Challenges Allsopp's Property Advice to Rayner

Property expert David Hollingworth challenges Kirstie Allsopp's controversial advice to Angela Rayner, warning selling her council house could have been a major financial misstep. Discover why holding onto property often beats quick sales in UK's volatile

Perth Council Backtracks on Beach Parking Charges After Fury

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 Council's 'Bonkers' Flag Spend Sparks Taxpayer Fury

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.

Bondi's £1.7m Parking Garage Closed Indefinitely

Waverley Council faces furious backlash after abruptly closing Bondi's crucial £1.7 million parking garage indefinitely, leaving local businesses and residents stranded without warning.

42 UK Areas Face Maximum Council Tax Hike - Full List

Exclusive analysis reveals the 42 local authorities in England set to impose the maximum allowed Council Tax increase this April, as the cost of living squeeze intensifies for millions of households.

Queensland council bans Welcome to Country ceremonies

A rural Australian council's decision to ban voluntary 'Welcome to Country' ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country at official events has ignited a fierce national debate about reconciliation and local governance.

Why Britain Isn't Ready to Ditch Cash

As the UK races towards a cashless future, a growing movement of consumers, experts, and activists are pushing back. Discover the compelling financial, psychological, and societal reasons why cold, hard cash isn't ready for the history books just yet.

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