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Homeowner's £116k Driveway Fine Nightmare in Barnet

A homeowner in Barnet was hit with a staggering £116,000 fine by the local council for a dropped kerb they claim they never knew existed. Discover how a simple driveway led to a five-year legal battle.

Festival Fury: Headliners Clash in Scheduling Debacle

Furious festival-goers demand refunds after Points East Festival's Saturday line-up forces impossible choices between headlining acts Sampha, Jai Paul, and Erykah Badu performing at the exact same time.

Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building

In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.

Wimbledon expansion blocked by Court of Appeal

The All England Club's controversial £65 million Wimbledon expansion fails as Court of Appeal upholds decision to protect historic parkland in major setback for tennis authorities.

Court blocks Wimbledon's £200m expansion plan

The All England Club's controversial £200m Wimbledon expansion plan has been decisively blocked by the Court of Appeal, preserving 73 mature trees and ending a bitter three-year legal battle with local residents and environmental campaigners.

Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms

A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.

Premier League clubs spark fury over £2m green belt plans

Manchester City and Gorton Wanderers face a fierce local backlash and council scrutiny over controversial plans to build a £2 million elite training complex on protected green belt land, threatening community access and local ecology.

Rooneys lose bid to block public footpath at mansion

Cheshire East Council has thrown out an application by Wayne and Coleen Rooney to extinguish a public right of way that cuts through the grounds of their luxury £20 million Cheshire mansion, a decision backed by local ramblers.

Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future

Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.

Court Backs Councils to Block Asylum Seeker Hotels

A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.

Neighbour's 6ft Wall Built Through Garden Sparks Fury

A furious homeowner tells of her property nightmare after a neighbour allegedly built a massive brick wall straight through her garden without permission, blocking sunlight and sparking a bitter feud.

State Pension Age Could Rise to 69 in UK Shake-Up

Exclusive: The UK state pension age could be raised to 69 sooner than expected, forcing a 'work till you drop' reality for millions in their 40s and 50s. We reveal the secret government review and what it means for you.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

UK's Top 10 Scenic Drives Revealed - Is Yours Listed?

Discover the UK's top 10 most breathtaking scenic drives, from the epic North Coast 500 in Scotland to the rugged Atlantic Highway in Cornwall. Plan your next unforgettable road trip with our essential guide.

Travel Agent's Ultimate UK Staycation Guide

A top UK travel agent who has planned over 100 staycations reveals the hidden gems, biggest booking mistakes, and the stunning destinations Brits are overlooking for 2024.

Highgate Cemetery 'bunker' plan sparks heritage outcry

A contentious proposal to construct a new two-storey building for gardeners at London's historic Highgate Cemetery has ignited a fierce battle between conservationists and trustees over the site's future.

Dyson's helicopter pad plan angers locals

Billionaire inventor Sir James Dyson faces backlash over plans to build a helicopter pad at his new estate, with locals fearing it will ruin their peaceful countryside retreat.

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