Kenya protests turn deadly as parliament stormed
Nairobi witnesses violent clashes as Kenyan youth lead nationwide demonstrations against new tax legislation, resulting in multiple fatalities and parliamentary breach.
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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.
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.
Highgate locals battle tourist invasion
Residents of exclusive North London enclave Highgate declare war on disruptive tourists as their peaceful neighbourhood becomes overwhelmed by visitors seeking famous cemetery and celebrity homes.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
Anti-monarchy protests erupt in London during royal ceremony
Central London witnessed significant demonstrations as anti-monarchy protesters gathered along the royal procession route, with police making multiple arrests during the events surrounding King Charles's first State Opening of Parliament.
Subway-style climate protests and mountain mists in Tuesday's photos
Climate activists brought London's streets to a standstill with creative underground-style protests, while misty mountain landscapes provided stunning natural contrasts in Tuesday's top photos.
Morocco's Gen Z defies crackdown with new protests
Young Moroccans are preparing to resume pro-democracy demonstrations despite government repression that has left several dead and hundreds detained in what activists call a systematic crackdown.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Kamala Harris confronts protests during Chicago book tour
Vice President Kamala Harris confronted vocal demonstrations in Chicago as protesters disrupted her 'Embodied Justice' book tour, highlighting growing political tensions.
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.
Pakistan police clash with Islamist protesters in Lahore
Violent clashes erupted in Lahore as Pakistani police confronted Islamist protesters, leaving multiple officers injured and resulting in numerous arrests during the tense standoff.
Met Police criticised over Palestine protest arrests
London's Metropolitan Police confronts mounting criticism after arresting protesters for displaying Palestinian symbols during demonstrations, sparking intense debate about free speech and policing impartiality.
Gen Z Leads Massive UK Protests Against Rwanda Deportation Plan
A new generation of activists is taking to the streets as thousands of young Britons protest against the government's controversial Rwanda asylum policy, signalling a major political awakening.
London's huge pro-Palestine march demands Gaza ceasefire
Central London witnessed one of the largest pro-Palestinian demonstrations since the October 7th attacks, with organisers claiming over 300,000 attendees demanding immediate ceasefire and condemning Israeli military action in Gaza.
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.
Israel Premier Tech races as 'IPT' after name change demand
Cycling team Israel Premier Tech competes as 'IPT' after Spanish authorities demand name change following security concerns over pro-Palestinian demonstrations at the Vuelta a España.
Universities warn pro-Palestine protesters over terrorism laws
British universities caution student societies organising pro-Palestine demonstrations that they could face prosecution under terrorism legislation for commemorating Hamas's attacks on Israel.
Police storm Ecuador university in diesel protest crackdown
Riot police in Ecuador have forcibly entered a major Quito university campus after demonstrators blocked roads in protest against soaring diesel prices, leading to multiple arrests and escalating tensions.
Police accused of 'political policing' over Palestine protests
Shadow justice secretary Shabana Mahmood condemns police response to pro-Palestine demonstrations as officers warn protesters could face arrest for displaying Palestinian flags.
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.
Major Pro-Palestinian Protests Hit UK Cities
Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters have taken to the streets of Manchester and London in major demonstrations calling for government action on Gaza, with significant police presence deployed.
Leqaa Kordia University Gaza protests: Campus occupation escalates
Leqaa Kordia University becomes epicentre of campus activism as pro-Palestinian protesters occupy buildings, demanding academic ties be cut with Israeli institutions. Police maintain watch as tensions escalate.
Cyclist Adam Hansen faces backlash over Palestine stance
CPA president Adam Hansen confronts criticism after supporting rider protests during Vuelta a España, highlighting growing political tensions in professional cycling.
Cleverly urges Palestine protesters to 'step back'
James Cleverly issues urgent plea for calm as massive pro-Palestinian demonstrations planned across UK this weekend, amid rising community tensions after Manchester incident.
Families join global Gaza flotilla protests
Relatives of international activists aboard a humanitarian flotilla heading for Gaza have joined worldwide demonstrations amid growing concerns over Israel's naval blockade and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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