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London neighbours in bitter bin store planning dispute

A Kensington and Chelsea planning dispute over a modest bin store has escalated into a bitter neighbour feud, revealing the tensions lurking behind multi-million pound properties in one of London's most exclusive postcodes.

Eric Clapton in Surrey planning row with neighbours

Rock icon Eric Clapton embroiled in planning dispute with neighbours over extensive renovations to his £15million Surrey estate, including new fencing and security measures that locals claim are causing disruption.

Archbishop demands UK democracy reforms

Justin Welby issues urgent warning about Britain's broken political system and calls for radical constitutional reforms ahead of potential Labour government.

Lammy's justice reform plan and deputy PM ambitions

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy outlines radical plans to overhaul Britain's 'broken' court system while positioning himself as potential deputy to Keir Starmer in future Labour government.

Starmer declares war on House of Lords in reform bid

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils dramatic plans to abolish the House of Lords, replacing it with an elected second chamber in what he calls 'the biggest Westminster shake-up in generations'.

Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.

Farage Calls for Radical Overhaul of UK Welfare System

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage calls for a complete overhaul of the UK's welfare system, claiming it discourages work and fosters dependency. He targets 'sick note culture' and pledges to make employment more attractive than benefits.

Farage: Stop Benefits for Those Who Refuse Work

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage unveils a hardline welfare policy, proposing to strip benefits from those refusing employment, in a major intervention on the UK's welfare debate.

Rachel Reeves rules out major tax hikes to fuel growth

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to prioritise economic growth over significant tax increases, promising a 'decade of national renewal' with a focus on planning reform and infrastructure investment.

Labour's Safe Seat Shake-Up Exposes Democratic Crisis

Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed constituency reform in Knowsley, Liverpool, exposes a deep crisis in British democracy. Discover why safe seats are undermining voter representation and what it means for the future of UK politics.

IKEA introduces new £1.99 charge for shoppers

IKEA has announced a new £1.99 service charge for customers using its popular planning services. Discover how this change affects shoppers and what alternatives are available.

Reeves Declares War on 'Antiquated' UK Planning System

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a radical overhaul of England's planning system, vowing to fast-track 1.5 million new homes and critical infrastructure to kickstart economic growth, despite warnings from retail leaders.

Reeves Declares War on Housebuilding Blockers

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a sweeping pro-growth agenda, vowing to force through major housing projects and reinstate mandatory local building targets to boost the UK economy.

Farage Demands Electoral Reform Over 'Unfair' System

Brexit architect Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's 'first past the post' electoral system, branding it 'fundamentally undemocratic' after new analysis revealed his Reform UK party could secure millions of votes with minimal parliamen

Westminster Council unlawful migrant hotel approval scandal

Westminster City Council faces severe backlash and legal scrutiny after allegedly approving a controversial plan to house migrants in a city centre hotel without proper planning permission. The scheme, which proposed adding extra rooms to the Page 8 hotel

MPs Slam Unelected House of Lords in Fiery Reform Debate

A dramatic parliamentary debate has erupted over the future of the House of Lords, with MPs condemning the unelected chamber as 'indefensible' and demanding urgent democratic reform for the UK's political system.

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