5 Characters in Every UK Community Facebook Group
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
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Labour Could Deny Millions Vote by Cancelling Elections
A polling expert warns Labour may delay local elections fearing a wipeout, with Reform UK poised to gain. Millions in Essex, Hampshire, and elsewhere could be affected. Read the full analysis.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Reform's Council Chaos Reveals Future Government Risks
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government experiment faces infighting, scandal, and policy U-turns. What does this mean for their national ambitions?
Reform UK's Kent Council in Hypocrisy Row Over Adviser Hire
Reform UK councillors in Kent vote to spend thousands on political assistants despite budget crisis and pledges to cut waste. The move sparks accusations of hypocrisy. Read the full investigation.
Local elections delayed to 2027, sparking democratic concerns
The government is postponing May's local elections, with some councils unchanged for seven years. Critics call it a democratic outrage that could hinder Reform UK's momentum. Read the full analysis.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Reform's Kent Council reveals £60m budget deficit
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, projects a £60 million deficit for 2026-27, with warnings it could worsen. Discover the impact on council tax and public services.
Millions face potential local election delays until 2027
Up to 63 council areas in England may postpone May 2026 local elections to 2027 amid a government reorganisation of town halls. See the full list of affected areas.
Farage: UK a 'Banana Republic' Over Election Delays
Nigel Farage accuses Labour and Tory councils of 'colluding' to postpone local elections for millions until 2027. Read the full story on the democratic row.
Starmer's King's Speech plan to reset after local elections
PM Keir Starmer plans a King's Speech on May 12/13 to reset agenda after feared local election losses. Insiders fear Reform gains and leadership challenges. Read the full analysis.
King's Speech set for May after local election results
Sir Keir Starmer has scheduled the King's Speech for mid-May, days after pivotal local elections. With Labour trailing in polls, the move is seen as an attempt to refocus the government's agenda. Read the full analysis.
Reform UK's turbulent first seven months in local power
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
BBC host brands 2026 World Cup seeding 's***'
Match of the Day's Mark Chapman criticises FIFA's seeding system for the 2026 World Cup draw, arguing it prevents big early games. The draw takes place on Friday, 5th December.
England and Wales Drawn Together for 2027 Rugby World Cup
The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw has set up a home nations clash between England and Wales. Hosts Australia face a tough pool with New Zealand. Full group details inside.
Parents in dark over 300 abducted Nigerian children
Parents of over 300 children abducted from a Nigerian school say the government has left them uninformed, with one parent dying from the stress. Read the full report.
Melanie Blatt's daughter Lilyella turns 27
All Saints star Melanie Blatt celebrates daughter Lilyella's 27th birthday with heartfelt Instagram tribute. Discover the pop star's family life and her candid thoughts on the Spice Girls rivalry.
US extends Michigan coal plant, critics cite $80m cost
The Trump administration extends a Michigan coal plant's operation, citing grid emergency. Critics challenge the move, with costs hitting $80 million. Read the full story.
How cult interventionists coax members to leave groups
Philadelphia-based interventionists Joseph Kelly and Patrick Ryan use controversial methods to help families extract loved ones from cults. Their approach involves embedding in families' lives for years.
Trump adds European left-wing groups to terror list
The Trump administration designates four European left-wing groups as foreign terrorist organisations, escalating its global campaign against ideological opponents. Read the full analysis.
US Labels European Antifa Groups as Terrorists
The US has designated four European left-wing groups as global terrorists, accusing them of violent activities. Read the full analysis of this significant diplomatic move.
COP30 Climate Summit Begins in Brazil
The COP30 climate conference commences in Brazil as Indigenous groups gather and Colombia remembers volcanic tragedy. Explore powerful images from Latin America.
US Labels European Anti-Fascist Groups as Terrorists
The US State Department has designated four European anti-fascist organisations as Foreign Terrorist Organisations. Discover the implications and expert criticism of this controversial move.
NHS Spring COVID Vaccine Rollout Begins
The NHS launches its targeted spring COVID-19 vaccination programme, offering protection to vulnerable groups including over-75s and immunosuppressed individuals.
Girlbands Forever: BBC explores 90s pop icons
The BBC's nostalgic documentary explores the lasting impact of iconic 90s girl groups, revealing the harmony and heartbreak behind the hits that defined a generation.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Community Choirs: Share Your Story with The Guardian
The Guardian is seeking community choir members across Britain to share their experiences about how singing together builds connections and transforms lives.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
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