Home extension 2m too big must be torn down
A homeowner in Bolton must demolish a rear extension built 2.1 metres larger than approved, after councillors ruled it overshadowed a neighbour's home and garden. Read the full planning dispute details.
A homeowner in Bolton must demolish a rear extension built 2.1 metres larger than approved, after councillors ruled it overshadowed a neighbour's home and garden. Read the full planning dispute details.
A homeowner in Bolton must demolish a rear extension built 2.1 metres larger than approved, after councillors ruled it overshadowed a neighbour's garden and dining room. Read the full planning dispute.
A concrete caravan park built on Cheshire green belt land without permission faces being torn down after council rejects retrospective plans. Locals had branded it 'vandalism'.
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A Dorset homeowner faces neighbour fury after demolishing a garage 'without permission' to build a two-bed cottage. He claims it's for family, but locals accuse him of exploiting loopholes for profit.
Comedian Dom Joly says his US travel authorisation was rejected due to his criticism of Donald Trump online, as the US plans to vet five years of social media history.
Comedian Dom Joly says his US travel authorisation was rejected due to his criticism of Donald Trump online, as the US plans to demand five years of social media history from visitors.
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A homeowner in a Welsh seaside resort refuses to demolish a 40ft cabin neighbours call a 'prison watchtower' and has now applied to add a balcony. Read the full planning battle story.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warns AI could displace UK jobs on a scale similar to the Industrial Revolution. Discover which roles are most at risk and the crucial need for skills training.
Former PM David Cameron, after shedding 4st, revives plans for a Cotswolds swimming pool. His 2020 bid was blocked by neighbours citing the Human Rights Act. Will the new proposal succeed?
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 high-risk nations following a shooting in Washington, D.C. Learn the full story and its impact.
City of Perth councillors are advised to reject Gina Rinehart's helipad application over noise and disruption concerns. Read the latest on the business clash.
Ireland announces stricter immigration measures to curb population growth, including higher income thresholds and longer citizenship waiting periods. Discover the full details of the new policy.
A mother in Worcester is ordered to tear down her £170,000 garden building after a planning row with neighbours. Discover the full story behind the council's devastating ruling.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
A Sandbanks businessman faces local fury over plans to build a £700,000 bungalow on one of the last open spaces, with residents warning it creates a 'mini Manhattan'. Discover the planning dispute.
Bath council blocks new padel courts after residents complain the noise is like 'Chinese water torture'. Discover why the world's fastest-growing sport faces local opposition.
The long-standing corporate taboo of holiday season layoffs is being shattered as US firms embrace cost-cutting and AI-driven workforce reductions, creating a chilling new trend in employment practices.
In a landmark move, Spain opens citizenship applications to descendants of International Brigade volunteers who fought against Franco's forces during the Spanish Civil War, honouring their sacrifice eight decades later.
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Indian authorities mount major international operation to save IT professionals trapped in cyber slavery rings after being lured by fake job offers in Southeast Asia.
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
The Duchess of Sussex faces a significant setback for her new lifestyle brand as the US Patent Office rejects a crucial trademark application, casting doubt on the venture's future product lines.
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A UK job applicant was left stunned after being presented with a complicated mathematical equation during what was supposed to be a straightforward interview for a basic position.
The Guardian's latest corrections column addresses errors across political reporting, financial markets, and cultural coverage, demonstrating journalism's commitment to accuracy.
Exclusive investigation reveals how emergency room staff dismissed a woman's spinal fracture as whiplash, risking paralysis and highlighting critical NHS diagnostic failures.