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Evicted 'tribe' sets up new camp just 30 yards away

A self-proclaimed 'tribe' evicted from their woodland camp in a major police operation has defiantly set up a new settlement mere metres away, sparking fresh local tension and concerns over a prolonged standoff with authorities.

Eurostar error strands wheelchair user in Rotterdam

A British wheelchair user's journey from Brussels to London descends into chaos as a Eurostar train error leaves him stranded 100km away in Rotterdam, sparking outrage over disabled travel rights.

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.

Stormzy's football club in crisis after travellers dump rubbish

Rapper Stormzy's non-league football club, AFC Croydon Athletic, faces a crisis after an illegal traveller encampment left the stadium buried under piles of waste and human faeces, forcing training cancellations and health hazard warnings.

Ian Rankin's Stirling Castle Blue Badge Ordeal

Celebrated crime writer Sir Ian Rankin was left stranded outside historic Stirling Castle after his disabled parking permit was challenged by an overzealous attendant, sparking outrage and highlighting accessibility issues at Scotland's premier heritage s

Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp

A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.

US ESTA Fee Hike: New £17 Charge for UK Travellers

British travellers face a new £17 fee for US ESTA applications under a new law signed by President Biden. Travel expert Simon Calder breaks down what it means for your next stateside trip.

Mum's £18k eviction threat over disabled son's decking

A mother in Westminster faces a staggering £18,000 bill and potential eviction after the council ordered the removal of decking she built for her disabled son, igniting a fierce debate over tenant rights and disability provisions.

Fire chief sacked over disabled YouTuber's destroyed equipment

A London fire chief has been dismissed after crews, during a home safety check, threw a disabled content creator's vital equipment into a skip. The incident, described as 'appalling,' caused significant distress and has prompted a formal apology from the

DWP's New Disability Scheme Sparks Fury and Fear

The UK government's new 'Chance to Work' scheme for disabled benefits claimants is facing fierce criticism from charities and opposition MPs, who warn it will force vulnerable people into unsuitable jobs under threat of losing their financial lifeline.

Urgent Blue Badge Warning For Disabled Drivers

Drivers with disabilities are being issued an urgent warning as councils crack down on Blue Badge misuse with new surveillance tech. Find out how these changes could affect you.

Travellers occupy Green Belt field in Essex defying council

A group of travellers has illegally set up an encampment on protected Green Belt land in Essex, transforming it into a makeshift caravan park. Local authorities have launched legal action to remove them from the field in Crays Hill, near Billericay.

Rayner used son's NHS compensation for second home

Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces scrutiny after reports reveal she used compensation from her disabled son's NHS clinical negligence claim to help buy a second property. The revelation raises ethical questions amid her party's stance on housing an

Driver fined £1,000 for fake Blue Badge use

A motorist in Greater Manchester has been hit with a massive £1,000 penalty after falsely claiming to be a Blue Badge holder. Discover how council enforcers uncovered the deceit.

Travellers occupy public football pitches in Basildon

A group of travellers has set up an unauthorised encampment with a dozen caravans on public football pitches in Basildon, Essex, prompting the local council to initiate urgent legal proceedings for their removal.

Trump's New 'Visa Integrity Fee' For US Travellers

Former President Donald Trump unveils a bold new immigration policy, proposing a 'Visa Integrity Fee' for all international travellers entering the United States. The plan aims to fund a sweeping overhaul of the US immigration system.

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