Labour chief in storm over 'criminals and nonces' flag remark
A Labour council leader in Stoke-on-Trent faces intense backlash after inflammatory remarks made in a leaked WhatsApp group, calling Union Jack flag campaigners 'criminals' and 'nonces'.
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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.
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.
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.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Martin Lewis: 1.7m could claim £5,000 council tax refund
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of UK households who may be overpaying on council tax and could be owed a refund. Check if you're due cash back now.
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
Bristol Parents Sue Council Over School Places Chaos
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
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
Council axes Hollywood actor's ancestral home restoration deal
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
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.
Council Blocks Clarkson's Farm Parking in Blow to Diddly Squat
West Oxfordshire District Council blocks Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm expansion plans, banning new parking and threatening the shop's future. Full details on the planning row.
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.
Angela Rayner Faces Reshuffle Pressure Over Tax Scandal
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner is under intense scrutiny and pressure to resign as Sir Keir Starmer plans a major reshuffle, following ongoing allegations about her tax affairs and past council house sale.
Council demolishes fire-damaged home, bills owner
A UK man's nightmare continues as his fire-ravaged home is torn down by the council without his consent, leaving him with nothing but a massive bill and a legal battle.
Angela Rayner Resigns as Labour Deputy Leader
Labour Party Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has unexpectedly resigned from her frontbench role, citing personal reasons and sparking a major reshuffle in Keir Starmer's top team ahead of the general election.
Tice Compares Starmer to Kim Jong-un in Explosive Comment
Reform UK chairman Richard Tice faces a political firestorm after drawing a controversial parallel between Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un, accusing him of 'supreme leader' tactics.
Angela Rayner Slammed in Govt Sleaze Report Over Property Deal
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under fire following a damning government report on her property dealings, plunging the party into internal chaos and raising serious questions about her political judgement.
Council suspends Saltire flag removal after threats
West Lothian Council suspends removal of Saltire flags after workers face threats and intimidation. A contentious debate over national identity and local authority policy unfolds.
Rayner's Constituents Demand Resignation in Stamp Duty Row
Angela Rayner's own constituents in Ashton-under-Lyne demand her resignation following the explosive stamp duty scandal, labelling her actions a 'disgrace' and a betrayal of trust.
Putin's Reindeer Blood Baths In Bizarre Immortality Quest
Exclusive investigation into Vladimir Putin's alleged fascination with radical anti-ageing treatments, including bathes in reindeer blood, as speculation about the Russian leader's health intensifies.
Chloe Ayling's secret life as a Snowdonia mountain leader
Exclusive: Kidnapped model Chloe Ayling reveals her astonishing career transformation into a qualified mountain leader, finding peace and purpose in the rugged peaks of Snowdonia, far from the glare of the celebrity world.
Coventry Council Reviews Palantir Contract Over IDF Links
Coventry City Council launches an urgent review of its data contract with Palantir Technologies following protests over the firm's ties to the Israel Defence Forces, raising ethical procurement concerns.
Labour Crisis: Should Starmer Sack Deputy Angela Rayner?
Pressure mounts on Labour leader Keir Starmer as senior party figures demand a major reshuffle, with Deputy Leader Angela Rayner's future hanging in the balance ahead of the general election.
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.
Dramatic Video: 'Narco-Terrorist' Kingpin Captured in Raid
Exclusive video shows the moment notorious gang leader Fabricio Colón Pico is seized by elite troops in a major counter-terror operation. The raid is a significant blow to the cartels terrorising Ecuador.
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