Exclusive: Soho House founder Nick Jones faces major setback as planning officials reject his vision for a lavish Cotswolds estate, citing green belt concerns and design disputes in the picturesque village of Barnsley.
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Two British women make history as first female crew to row non-stop across the Pacific Ocean, battling 40ft waves and extreme isolation in 6-month epic voyage.
Explosive legal opinion reveals UK ministers may have acted unlawfully by giving private assurances to China about their new embassy before planning permission was granted. The controversy raises serious questions about diplomatic transparency.
Environmental organisations launch unprecedented campaign against new planning legislation, warning it threatens vital protections for nature and green spaces across England.
Grand Tour host Jeremy Clarkson faces fresh controversy as his Cotswolds farm shop shuts down following council enforcement action over planning permission breaches.
David and Victoria Beckham face unexpected opposition from local planners over their picturesque Cotswolds water feature, deemed an unauthorised development on protected land.
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.
Popular TV comedians accused of hypocrisy after objecting to 800-home development in their south London neighbourhood, sparking heated local debate about housing crisis solutions.
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.
The Labour government's controversial planning reforms threaten to concrete over England's countryside while failing to deliver genuinely affordable housing. Exclusive analysis reveals the environmental cost of rushed development.
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.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan fast-tracks ambitious plans to transform Oxford Street into a pedestrian-first zone, potentially beginning transformation as early as next year ahead of local elections.
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.
Lincolnshire residents erupt in anger as council officials push through controversial supermarket development, with locals comparing the heavy-handed approach to Soviet-era planning methods.
Australian workers face significant changes to their superannuation as new government proposals aim to protect retirement savings from excessive fees and underperforming funds. Discover how these reforms could impact your financial future.
Discover how one household dramatically reduced their council tax payments after following Martin Lewis' expert advice on challenging your band.
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.
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Strathfield Councillor Ibrahim Helmy steps down following ICAC investigation into claims he helped developers bypass planning rules in exchange for benefits, sending shockwaves through local government.
Outraged parents and residents in a quiet village confront council officials after beloved children's play area is unexpectedly destroyed to make way for adult football facilities, leaving families devastated and demanding answers.
A Kensington and Chelsea planning dispute over a modest bin store has escalated into a bitter neighbour feud, revealing the tensions lurking behind multi-million pound properties in one of London's most exclusive postcodes.
Rock icon Eric Clapton embroiled in planning dispute with neighbours over extensive renovations to his £15million Surrey estate, including new fencing and security measures that locals claim are causing disruption.
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party unveils ambitious planning reforms targeting green belt land for new housing developments, drawing comparisons to Disney-style communities and sparking controversy over urban sprawl and local democracy.
Exclusive investigation reveals how planning bottlenecks and infrastructure pressures are creating a perfect storm in Sydney's inner-west property market, with development applications collapsing and housing supply at risk.
Pop superstar Rita Ora secures victory in planning dispute to build luxury gym and wellness complex at her £7 million Hampstead mansion, overcoming neighbour objections and council hurdles.
A landmark decision by a Sydney council paves the way for up to 31,000 new homes in Waterloo, promising to tackle the housing crisis while facing significant local opposition over density and infrastructure concerns.
Actor Sean Bean joins Sheffield residents in a fierce campaign against a council proposal to build 700 homes on protected greenbelt land, warning of irreversible damage to the city's natural landscape.