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Ofcom inundated after mobile network nightmare report

Broadcast regulator Ofcom received thousands of complaints following a Channel 4 News report detailing journalist Holly Williams' mobile service ordeal with Vodafone and Tesco Mobile, highlighting widespread consumer frustration with telecom providers.

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.

Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt

Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.

Bret Baier's CBS interview sparks media bias row

Fox News anchor Bret Baier's appearance on CBS News has ignited controversy after heated exchanges about political bias and media integrity, revealing deep divisions in American journalism.

First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court

Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.

Vodafone and Three Confirm UK Mobile Network Merger

Vodafone UK and Three UK confirm landmark merger to create Britain's largest mobile network, promising better coverage and 5G investment while facing regulatory scrutiny over competition concerns.

Labour warned against local election complacency

Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.

Ying Ang's stunning mushroom photography reveals nature's secrets

Explore the captivating world of fungi through Ying Ang's lens in 'Fruiting Bodies' - a stunning photographic series that transforms ordinary mushrooms into extraordinary works of art, revealing the intricate beauty of nature's most mysterious organisms.

County Lines Gangs Exploit Thousands of UK Children

Exclusive Home Office data reveals how criminal networks are systematically grooming vulnerable children for county lines operations across the UK, with police struggling to contain the escalating crisis.

CBS News staff revolt over editorial interference

CBS News staff revolt after network leadership allegedly pressured journalists to alter coverage of controversial interview with journalist Bari Weiss, raising concerns about editorial independence.

Gardener electrocuted by hidden substation wire sues energy firm

A landscape gardener suffered life-changing injuries when he accidentally sliced through a live electricity cable while pruning a hedge. The 11,000-volt shock left him with severe burns and ongoing health issues. He's now taking legal action against Scott

Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis

Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.

Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power

Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.

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