Travellers Lose Planning Battle Over Horse Statues
A Romany Gypsy family in Hampshire has been ordered to demolish their horse-topped wall after a bitter planning dispute, with accusations of racism and neighbourhood conflict.
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Ex-Google Exec Matt Brittin Confirmed as BBC Director-General
Matt Brittin, a former Google president, has been confirmed as the BBC's new director-general following board approval, marking a significant tech-focused shift for the broadcaster.
Family at Risk of Homelessness Over Council Demolition Order
A mother in Lancashire claims her family could be left homeless after West Lancashire Council ordered her to tear down a £180,000 house extension, despite it housing their kitchen and bedrooms.
Preston Bus Gate is UK's Most Lucrative Penalty Zone
A bus gate in Preston, Lancashire, issues over 47,000 fines annually, generating £1.5 million for the council, making it Britain's most profitable penalty spot.
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Leeds Council Offers Staff Counselling Over Farage Visit Stress
Leeds City Council has provided counselling for employees distressed by Nigel Farage's upcoming visit, sparking criticism from the Reform UK leader who called the move 'pathetic'.
CBS News Radio Ends After Century, 70 Jobs Cut in Media Reshuffle
CBS News CEO Bari Weiss closes the historic 100-year-old News Radio service, eliminating up to 70 positions as the network undergoes significant restructuring amid industry changes.
Rules for When a Car Blocks Your Driveway Explained
Official guidance from police and councils clarifies the steps to take when a vehicle parks across your driveway, including when to contact authorities versus handling it privately.
New Rules Threaten Council Funding Over Pothole Repairs
Ministers are drafting strict regulations that could see town halls lose record sums for road maintenance unless they improve performance data sharing and focus spending on pothole repairs.
Noah Wyle: 'The Pitt' Proves US Film Production Can Revive
Actor Noah Wyle testified that his Emmy-winning series 'The Pitt' demonstrates TV and film production can thrive in Hollywood with tax incentives, citing job creation and economic benefits.
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Motorist Forces Council to Fix Potholes Using Obscure Law
A retired construction manager has successfully used a little-known section of the Highways Act 1980 to compel Hertfordshire County Council to repair three pothole-ridden roads within 20 working days.
Suffolk Lollipop People Use Body Cams to Combat Abuse
Suffolk's lollipop people are now wearing body cameras due to increased abuse, as part of a council campaign urging drivers to show respect at school crossings.
UK Councils Fail to Enforce Littering Fines Nationwide
Exclusive data reveals over 70 UK councils issued zero littering fines last year, with critics warning of 'eco-anarchy' as enforcement collapses across the country.
Unite Leader: Labour to Be Decimated in May Elections Over Strike
Sharon Graham of Unite criticises Labour's handling of the Birmingham bin strike, predicting electoral losses and citing worker discontent over pay cuts and conditions.
Couple Ordered to Demolish 'Ugly' Garden Fence in Council Row
A Dorset couple face tearing down their 6ft security fence after council planners ruled it 'out of character' for their affluent neighbourhood, sparking a £3,000 legal battle over privacy rights.
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Woman Stranded in Cyprus Prosecuted Over Council Tax After DWP Pension Cut
An 84-year-old British woman, stranded in Cyprus due to illness, has had her pension stopped by the DWP and is now being taken to court by her local council for unpaid council tax, despite medical evidence preventing her return.
Reading Gym Reopens After Arson Thanks to Community Volunteers
The Atrium Health Club in Reading was devastated by a deliberate arson attack, causing hundreds of thousands in damages. Over 150 volunteers helped repair the gym, allowing it to reopen in just three weeks.
AI Brings Val Kilmer Back for Posthumous Film Role
Val Kilmer, who passed away in 2025, will appear in a new film via an AI-generated digital version, created with family support to honour his legacy and storytelling vision.
BBC to Name Matt Brittin as New Director General
The BBC board is meeting this week to finalise the appointment of Matt Brittin, the former Google EMEA head, as the corporation's next director general, replacing Tim Davie.
Homeless Pensioner Must Pay Council Tax After Eviction
Jenny Field, 77, evicted from her Dorset home over a £113k legal bill, now faces monthly council tax payments despite being homeless, calling it the 'final insult'.
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Kpop Fans Crash South Korea's $900bn Pension Fund Over Band Member
South Korea's National Pension Fund faced major disruption as Kpop fans flooded phone lines and emails, mistakenly targeting the fund over Enhypen member Heeseung's departure.
Sarah Ferguson's York Honour at Risk in Council Debate
Sarah Ferguson's Freedom of the City of York, awarded in 1987, is under threat as the City of York Council debates its revocation on March 26, following revelations from the Epstein files linking her to Jeffrey Epstein.
Sarah Ferguson May Lose York Freedom Over Epstein Links
City of York Council will debate stripping Sarah Ferguson's honorary freedom on March 26 following revelations about her connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
York Council to Debate Stripping Sarah Ferguson's City Freedom
Sarah Ferguson faces losing her Freedom of the City of York honour as councillors schedule a debate to revoke it, following similar action against Prince Andrew in 2022.
Sky May Terminate UAE News Venture Over Propaganda Claims
Sky is in talks to potentially end its joint venture with the UAE's Sky News Arabia, accused of broadcasting propaganda and whitewashing genocide in Sudan. The channel faces criticism over its coverage of atrocities by UAE-backed forces.
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Council Tax 2026: Bill Increases and Band Guide
Most council tax bills will rise by 4.99% from April 2026, with some areas seeing higher hikes. Use our guide to check your band and projected increase.
Unite Union Fined £265k for Birmingham Bin Strike Breach
The High Court has fined Unite £265,000 for repeatedly breaching an injunction during the Birmingham bin workers' strike, which led to 22,000 tonnes of uncollected rubbish.
Councils Warn New Scottish Care Bill 'Not Deliverable'
Scotland's local authorities warn a new care Bill with potential costs of £270 million is 'not deliverable' and urge the government to pause it for greater scrutiny.
Sheffield Council's Greenbelt Plans Spark Hypocrisy Claims
Sheffield City Council faces accusations of hypocrisy after unveiling a plaque honouring tree campaigners while pushing ahead with plans to build thousands of homes on 800 acres of greenbelt land, with actor Sean Bean among the critics.
Councils: New Scottish Care Bill 'Undeliverable' Over £270M Costs
Scotland's local authorities warn the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) Bill is 'not deliverable' due to potential £270 million costs, urging pause for greater scrutiny.
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Council Ban on Cat Feeding Sparks National Support
Collette Boler, a grandmother from South Yorkshire, has become an animal welfare icon after being banned from feeding feral cats she has cared for 20 years, prompting overwhelming public support.
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