Labour slams 'out of touch' ministers over pothole fund cuts
Labour accuses the Conservative government of slashing vital road maintenance funding by £400m, leaving councils unable to fix potholes as the UK faces a growing road repair crisis.
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UK Towns Under Siege from Racist Hate Groups - Investigation
Exclusive investigation reveals how organised far-right groups are systematically targeting British towns, with residents and community leaders pleading for urgent government action to combat the surge in racist intimidation and hate speech.
Pensioner forced to sell £600k home over council tax bill
A retired grandfather faces financial ruin and the devastating sale of his £600,000 home after a catastrophic administrative error led to a life-altering council tax debt.
UK bin collection crisis: 1 in 4 councils cut services
Exclusive investigation reveals millions of British households face reduced bin collections as local councils grapple with funding cuts and rising costs. Find out how your area is affected.
Coventry Council Reviews Palantir Contract Over IDF Links
Coventry City Council launches an urgent review of its data contract with Palantir Technologies following protests over the firm's ties to the Israel Defence Forces, raising ethical procurement concerns.
England digitises forced adoption records for historic justice
A landmark digitisation project will centralise England's fragmented forced adoption records, offering thousands a chance to access their past and hold authorities accountable.
Taxpayer-Funded Traveller Site Buried in Rubbish
Exclusive photos expose a taxpayer-funded traveller site in Essex transformed into a wasteland of fly-tipped rubbish, abandoned vehicles, and environmental hazards, sparking local fury and a council investigation.
Westminster Council's pavement crisis injures elderly residents
Westminster Council is under fire after a series of accidents on dangerously uneven pavements. Elderly residents have suffered serious injuries, including a 92-year-old woman who faceplanted on a cracked footpath. Locals demand immediate action as the cou
Lewes Launches Local Currency Voucher Scheme to Boost Economy
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.
Hotel owner rejects government migrant housing contract
The proprietor of a luxury Welsh hotel makes a bold stand, turning down a substantial government contract to house asylum seekers, citing a commitment to local tourism, employment, and the community's character.
Labour Council's 'Eyesore' Mural Sparks Planning Row
Westminster's Labour council faces a fierce backlash and accusations of hypocrisy after commissioning a massive, brightly coloured mural on a public building without seeking planning permission, in a move branded an 'act of vandalism' by furious locals.
Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
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.
Government Confirms Council Tax Hike for English Households
Households across England are bracing for significant council tax increases as the government confirms new funding rules for local authorities. Get the full breakdown of what it means for your wallet.
Trump's Press Reform Blueprint Adopted by UK Council
An in-depth analysis of how Donald Trump's controversial proposals for US press reform are being used as a blueprint by Nottinghamshire Council, raising alarm over media freedom and local democracy in the UK.
Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts
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.
19 UK Councils Launch Legal Fight Against Migrant Hotels
A growing rebellion of 19 UK councils is mounting legal challenges against the Home Office's use of hotels to house asylum seekers, citing immense strain on local services and community resources.
Coventry Council Signs £1.3m AI Deal with Palantir
Coventry becomes the latest UK council to partner with the controversial US data analytics firm Palantir in a bid to transform public service delivery through artificial intelligence.
Reform UK Councils: 100 Days of Policy Revolution
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.
Rayner to sanction councils blocking housing developments
Deputy PM Angela Rayner unveils a major crackdown on English local authorities that obstruct housing development, threatening financial penalties and potential government intervention to tackle the housing crisis.
Nottingham Council's alarming boycott of local paper
Nottingham City Council's unprecedented boycott of the Nottingham Post raises serious concerns about press freedom, democratic accountability, and the dangerous blurring of lines between political grievance and civic duty.
Government axes holiday food fund for low-income families
The UK government has terminated the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme's central funding, shifting full financial responsibility to local councils. This decision threatens vital holiday support, including meals and activities, for millions of ch
Nottinghamshire Council bans local news outlet in democracy row
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.
Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury
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.
UK Councils' £122bn Debt Crisis Forces Public Asset Fire Sale
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
Council defiant after hosting talk by 'terrorist' official
A British local council is embroiled in a fierce controversy after hosting a talk by a Palestinian official labelled a 'terrorist' by critics. The event, part of a 'friendship agreement' with a West Bank town, has sparked outrage and accusations of promot
Homeowner billed £300k for land he doesn't own
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
Birmingham Council Boss Under Fire Over £760m Bankruptcy Crisis
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.
Government Faces High Court Challenge Over Council Funds
Ministers are accused of using an 'irrational' and 'unfair' formula to slash funding for local services in England, as a landmark legal battle begins.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
Tory Councils Launch Legal Challenge Against Asylum Hotels
Conservative-led councils defy Kemi Badenoch's government with a landmark High Court challenge against the forced housing of asylum seekers in local hotels, exposing deep party divisions.
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