Labour councillors defect over Gaza and internal party democracy
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts a growing rebellion as councillors quit over the party's stance on Gaza and internal democracy, forming a new independent group in protest.
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Labour Councillor Charged in Westminster Blackmail Scandal
A 28-year-old Labour councillor from Wolverhampton has been charged with blackmail and sending unsolicited messages to MPs and parliamentary staff in a major Westminster scandal.
Tory MPs Poised to Defect to Reform UK After Kruger's Move
Exclusive: Senior Conservative figures are reportedly considering joining Nigel Farage's Reform UK following Danny Kruger's defection, in what could become a major crisis for Rishi Sunak's leadership.
Police Investigate Death of Burnley Councillor Charlie Kirk
Lancashire Police launch investigation following the death of Burnley councillor Charlie Kirk after a controversial social media post. Colleagues pay tribute to a dedicated public servant.
Tory councillor quits over Charlie Kirk assassination remark
Conservative councillor John Lamb faces immediate dismissal after suggesting controversial commentator Charlie Kirk 'brought assassination upon himself' in a since-deleted social media post, igniting a firestorm of criticism and a swift party investigatio
TikTok Tourists Cause 'Carnage' In UK Village
A local councillor blasts TikTok-fuelled tourists for overwhelming the picturesque village of Castleton with chaos, parking nightmares, and disrespectful behaviour as visitor numbers explode.
Breakdancer 'Thilly' Runs for Cranford Council on Radical Platform
A former breakdancer known as 'Thilly' is causing a stir in Cranford's local elections with a radical manifesto pledging to tax developers and slash councillor allowances. Discover his unconventional campaign.
Reform Councillor in 'Racist' Leaflet Scandal
A Reform UK councillor in Thurrock is under investigation after distributing leaflets with a slogan linked to a far-right group, sparking outrage and a police assessment.
Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal
A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.
Reform UK Councillor Suspended from Home Office Asylum Role
A Reform UK councillor working in the Home Office's asylum claims processing has been suspended after The Guardian revealed his political affiliation, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest and political neutrality within the immigration sy
Tory Councillor Loses Sex Assault Appeal Bid
Former Conservative councillor Gary Wall remains on the sex offenders register after the Court of Appeal upholds his conviction for sexually assaulting a woman at a party in Essex.
Labour councillor quits over 'racist' WhatsApp group scandal
Exclusive: Long-serving Labour councillor resigns after exposing 'vile' WhatsApp messages containing racist, sexist, and homophobic jokes within local party. Claims leadership failed to act properly on his whistleblowing.
Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms
A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.
Reform UK Councillor Charged Over Death Threats
George Field, a newly elected Reform UK councillor for Swale Borough Council, has been charged with making threats to kill his wife and criminal damage following a domestic incident in Bobbing, Kent.
Tory Councillor's Wife Released From Prison For Racist Tweet
Lucy Connolly, wife of Conservative councillor Michael Connolly, has been released from prison after serving a sentence for a racially aggravated public order offence. The Daily Mail obtains exclusive photos of her leaving HMP Peterborough.
Tory Councillor's Wife Freed After Jail for Southport Tweet
Lucy Connolly, wife of a Conservative councillor, has been freed after being imprisoned for a malicious tweet about the Southport stabbing victims. The case ignites a fierce national debate on free speech, online abuse, and the limits of the justice syste
Labour councillor suspended over 'vile' Hamas comments
Labour Party suspends councillor Graham Campbell after he allegedly praised the Hamas attack on Israel and made inflammatory comments, sparking a new anti-Semitism scandal for Keir Starmer.
Brisbane Councillor Under Investigation After Radio Show Stunt
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
Ex-Labour councillor jailed for child sex abuse on bail
Former Labour councillor Aftab Hussain, who earned £42k a year, has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a young girl while already on bail for similar offences. Read the shocking details of the case and the judge's scathing remarks.
Labour councillor cleared of violent disorder charges
Suspended Labour councillor Ricky Jones has been found not guilty of encouraging violent disorder, following a high-profile court case.
Labour councillor cleared over 'cut throats' remark
A Labour councillor who allegedly urged activists to 'cut the throats' of far-right protesters during an anti-racism rally has been cleared of encouraging violent disorder. The case has sparked debate over free speech and political extremism.
Councillor denies bizarre identity speculation
A local councillor has been forced to deny wild rumours about his background after online conspiracy theories spiralled out of control.
Labour councillor's 'cut throats' remark causes uproar
A Labour councillor has caused controversy after allegedly suggesting protesters should have their 'throats cut' during a court hearing. The shocking remarks have drawn widespread condemnation.
Labour councillor slams jury in protest case
Labour councillor Ricky Jones has sparked outrage after suggesting a jury was 'overwhelmed' and 'not thinking' during a trial involving anti-government protesters. Jones, who was present at the demonstration, made the remarks in a heated social media post
Labour councillor's 'throats cut' remark sparks fury
A Labour councillor has ignited controversy after suggesting far-right protesters should have their 'throats cut'. The inflammatory remarks have drawn widespread condemnation.
Labour councillor in court over Nazi remark
A Labour councillor faces legal action after allegedly making violent threats against 'Nazis and fascists' during a public meeting.
Reform UK councillor in court over Pride protest
A self-proclaimed radical feminist and Reform UK councillor has appeared in court following a row over a drag act performance at a Pride festival.
Councillor strangled partner over TV comment, court hears
A local councillor allegedly attacked his partner after a sarcastic comment during 'Married at First Sight', court hears. Details of the violent incident revealed.
Road safety councillor killed in lorry crash
A local councillor who tirelessly campaigned for road safety measures has died in a collision with a lorry. The driver has been arrested as tributes pour in for the dedicated public servant.
Giant 22-inch rat found in UK home
A massive 22-inch rat has been discovered in a UK home, prompting a local councillor to issue a public warning about the growing rodent problem.
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