A Scottish couple received an unexpected £10,000 from their council for home improvements - and were told to keep it after officials admitted the grant was sent in error. Discover how this bureaucratic blunder became their blessing.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Reform UK-led councils are implementing controversial policies, from Union flag restrictions to sweeping service reforms, reshaping local governance across Britain.
In a stunning political development, two Warwick City Council members, Jessica Marino and Stephen Angell, have abruptly resigned from their posts, citing personal reasons and leaving the council in a state of upheaval.
A UK council sparks outrage after it tells staff they can seek support if they feel 'unsettled' or 'uncomfortable' by the display of the English flag, St George's Cross, on St George's Day. Critics slam the move as an attack on national identity.
A family is demanding answers after a retired florist was killed by a falling tree branch while walking her dog in a park. An inquest hears the tragic details as council safety protocols are scrutinised.
A Reform UK-controlled council in Boston, Lincolnshire, has sparked outrage by removing the St George's Cross and Union Flag from its buildings, citing 'community safety' concerns. The decision has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and polit
A homeless family with a newborn baby has been left in despair after Ealing Council placed them in temporary housing riddled with rat droppings, damp, and severe disrepair, sparking outrage and calls for immediate action.
Russia launches a major missile strike on Kyiv, directly targeting the British Council building. The attack, described as a retaliatory act for UK support of Ukraine, marks a significant escalation in tensions between Moscow and the West.
A motorist checking a £100 parking penalty was left reeling after uncovering a colossal £23,500 debt erroneously linked to his car. This astonishing administrative error by Westminster City Council highlights a dramatic system failure.
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
A young first-time buyer's dream turns into a financial nightmare as her local council allegedly reneges on a government scheme promise, leaving her with crippling debt and an uninhabitable property.
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's local authorities are drowning in unprecedented debt, with councils forced to sell schools, care homes, and sports facilities to stay afloat. The staggering £122bn debt pile equates to £1,700 for every person in t
A Melbourne homeowner faces financial ruin after receiving an outrageous £300,000 council rates bill for a neighbouring plot he never purchased. The council's baffling administrative error has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about local gover
Exclusive: Vanessa Jacobs-Fennell reveals her two-year ordeal with Bellevue Hill Council over a non-compliant pool fence, detailing the emotional toll and financial strain of the dispute that left her feeling 'criminalised'.
A couple has legally occupied their dream chalet in the Snowdonia National Park for 27 years without planning permission due to a critical council error. Discover how a bureaucratic oversight turned into a property rights victory.
A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.
Exclusive: The Chief Executive of bankrupt Birmingham City Council, Deborah Cadman, faces intense scrutiny over a staggering £760 million equal pay liability as residents face a 21% council tax hike and devastating service cuts.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch condemns Spelthorne Borough Council for banning the St George's flag from its building, accusing it of 'patriotic phobia' and undermining British values.
A frustrated resident has taken road repairs into their own hands, spray-painting massive St George's Cross flags around potholes to shame the council into action. The bold protest highlights the UK's growing pothole crisis.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
Brisbane City Council launches a formal investigation after a controversial radio stunt involving Councillor James Martin on the 'Kyle & Jackie O' show, prompting outrage from both Labor and LNP and raising serious questions about standards in public offi
A Welsh council is imposing steep council tax increases on second homes and holiday lets, sparking accusations of anti-English sentiment. Critics argue the move unfairly targets English homeowners while locals struggle with housing shortages.
A Texas mother has sparked outrage after her daughter was sent home from school for violating the dress code, which she claims unfairly targets girls.
Former President Donald Trump suggests that Hollywood stars, including Angelina Jolie, are leaving the US because of liberal policies, sparking debate.
US Senator JD Vance criticises the UK's economic policies, calling them 'bad economics' during a high-profile speech. Read his full remarks and reactions.
A beloved restaurant in Denver shuts its doors, blaming soaring operational costs and political challenges in the Democrat-led city.
Reality TV star Abbie Chatfield has sparked controversy by calling out Australia's immigration system as 'racist' and 'discriminatory' in a passionate social media outburst.