In a dramatic political shift, Cardiff Council sees its first Reform UK councillor elected while Labour loses overall control, signalling potential changes in Wales' capital city governance.
Wales's capital city council descends into chaos as four senior Labour councillors quit their cabinet roles, plunging the administration into uncertainty ahead of crucial budget decisions.
Exclusive: The cherished free bus pass scheme for England's older generation hangs in the balance as ministers and local councils clash over who should foot the bill. Discover how this political standoff could leave millions stranded.
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.
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.
A struggling Yorkshire council faces backlash after revealing it spends millions annually on free bus travel for asylum seekers while cutting essential local services and raising council tax.
Central Coast Council faces substantial penalty after pressure washing incident sends contaminated water into stormwater system, sparking environmental concerns and calls for better practices.
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is poised to receive a substantial £30,000 payout after formally resigning from her council position, raising questions about political transparency and taxpayer-funded severance.
Khaled Sabsabi loses $80,000 Creative Australia grant after being selected for prestigious Venice Biennale, sparking outrage in arts community over funding priorities.
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.
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.
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.
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.
Discover how one household dramatically reduced their council tax payments after following Martin Lewis' expert advice on challenging your band.
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.
Major American universities including Texas A&M and University of Texas face federal investigation over alleged failures to disclose substantial foreign funding, particularly from China and Qatar.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
Museums across England face unprecedented pressure to 'review and rationalise' their collections under new government guidance, raising concerns about preservation of cultural heritage.
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.
Leading economic think tanks propose replacing council tax with radical new property levy that could save millions of households hundreds of pounds annually.
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.
A newly Reform-led council in Basildon faces immediate turmoil as opposition parties vow to block all initiatives, raising concerns about local governance paralysis.
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.
An exclusive investigation reveals how one of Britain's most liberal cities is buckling under unprecedented strain as asylum seeker numbers spiral out of control, testing public services and community cohesion to their limits.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's reactive approach to road maintenance is costing taxpayers billions while creating dangerous pothole-ridden streets across the UK.
English councils face a staggering £1.5 billion deficit as special educational needs spending skyrockets, forcing difficult cuts to mainstream school funding and other vital services.