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The Rise of Platonic Co-Parenting in the UK
Explore the growing trend of friends having babies together, outside of a romantic relationship. Discover the legal, emotional, and social implications of this modern family model.
Councils called 'Christmas Grinches' over decoration cuts
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
Speed camera error leads to thousands of incorrect fines
A software fault with variable speed cameras has led to around 2,650 incorrect fines since 2021. National Highways apologises and confirms refunds and licence points removal for affected drivers.
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.
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.
Guardiola's Team Talks Cost Man City £3m in Fines
Pep Guardiola reveals his late team talks have cost Manchester City over £3m in Premier League fines. Discover the details behind the costly delays and the club's response.
Couple's sentimental caravan stolen after toddler's death
A family grieving the loss of their three-year-old son pleads for the return of their stolen vintage caravan, holding precious memories of their final holiday together.
Jay Slater's Mum Demands New Law Against Online Trolls
Jay Slater's mother Debbie Duncan reveals horrific online abuse accusing her of murdering her son. She's campaigning for 'Jay's Law' to protect grieving families from social media trolls. Sign the petition now.
Council issues 25,000 school run fines totalling £680k
Medway Council's Safer Streets scheme has issued 25,000 fines to drivers near schools, raising £680,000. Residents claim it's a money-making scheme that fails to improve safety. Discover the full story.
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.
Laura Whitmore's touching Christmas tribute to late dad
TV presenter Laura Whitmore shares emotional Christmas memories and family moments in a poignant tribute to her late father, revealing how she's honouring his legacy this holiday season.
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 fines residents £1,500 in recycling blunder
Westminster neighbours hit with massive fines after council wrongly accuses them of fly-tipping. The shocking case that exposes recycling system failures.
Wheelie Bin Mistakes Could Cost You £1,000
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.
Mother's agony as teen killers' convictions overturned
Exclusive: Heartbroken mother speaks out after Court of Appeal quashes convictions of teens who stabbed her 16-year-old son to death with zombie knife at house party
Mother: No justice for soldier daughter after assault death
The heartbroken mother of Private Jodie Deebe speaks out as her daughter's sexual assailant receives prison sentence, claiming true justice remains elusive for the young soldier's tragic death.
Household Support Fund crisis: Millions face financial cliff edge
Exclusive investigation reveals how the termination of the Household Support Fund is pushing vulnerable families into deeper poverty across Britain, with councils warning of catastrophic consequences.
Government cracks down on unfair council fines
Local authorities across England could be stripped of their power to issue controversial fines for minor offences like putting bins out early or parking offences, as the government launches a major review into 'over-zealous' enforcement.
Funeral Director's Final Words to Wife Before Tragic Death
Heartbreaking details emerge as funeral director Ryan Garrett shares his final conversation with wife Heather before her accidental death in Texas, revealing their poignant last exchange.
Football prodigy, 20, dies from rare cancer
A grieving mother shares the tragic story of her 20-year-old son, a promising footballer who lost his battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, urging others to cherish every moment.
Wife's final words before fatal crash revealed
A grieving husband shares the tragic last conversation with his wife moments before she died in a car accident, as emergency services release the harrowing 911 recording that captures their final goodbye.
Yellow box junctions earn councils £35m in driver fines
Motorists across Britain are being hit with staggering fines as yellow box junctions generate millions in revenue for local authorities. Discover which councils are profiting most from these controversial traffic traps.
UK's Box Junction Fines: Councils Earn Millions
Motorists face mounting frustration as controversial yellow box junction enforcement leads to millions in fines. Investigation reveals councils earning staggering revenues from penalty charge notices.
Daughter killed weeks after starting dream job
Heartbroken father shares devastating moment his daughter was killed in a horrific road accident mere weeks after beginning her dream career, as family pays tribute to 'beautiful soul'.
Vet's heartbreaking note to grieving pet owner goes viral
A compassionate vet's touching letter to a heartbroken pet owner about their late cat Trixie has captured hearts nationwide, offering profound comfort to grieving animal lovers.
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.
Record £1.1m sewage fines hit English water firms
England's water companies face unprecedented penalties for illegal sewage dumping as the Environment Agency takes aggressive action against environmental violations in waterways.
Rachel Stevens Opens Up About Marriage Split Grief
S Club 7 star Rachel Stevens gives emotional interview about her separation from husband Alex Bourne after 12 years of marriage and how she's coping as a single mother.
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