Norwich Pigeon Contraceptives Plan After Hawk Failure
Norwich City Council explores contraceptive-laced feed to control pigeon numbers, following a failed hawk trial and public division over humane methods.
Category : Councils
Council Tax Could Be Cut By Up To 100% - Eligibility Factors
Many households across England, Scotland and Wales could qualify for significant Council Tax reductions of up to 100% depending on their circumstances and location.
Reform UK Chair Quits Over Unsafe Rental Homes
Edward Harris, chair of Warwickshire County Council, resigns after being exposed as a 'rogue landlord' illegally renting out hazardous HMOs with severe safety failures.
Norwich Pigeon Contraceptive Plan to Curb Nuisance Flocks
Norwich City Council is exploring a humane contraceptive scheme for pigeons in Norwich Market, aiming to reduce nuisance flocks and health risks through temporary infertility.
Norwich Market Pigeons May Get Contraceptives in Flock Control Bid
Norwich City Council considers feeding pigeons contraceptives at the historic market to humanely reduce flock sizes, amid divided opinions from traders and residents.
Dad's eBay Pirate Ship Home Faces Council Planning Fight
Sam Griffiss, 35, spent his life savings converting a £500 eBay ship frame into an off-grid home called Daisy May on the River Severn in Worcestershire, but now faces a crucial council planning decision that could determine his future.
Council Defers Blackheath Car Park Housing Plan After Celebrity Campaign
Lewisham Council has postponed a decision to build 45 homes on Blackheath Station car park following over 1,200 objections and criticism from celebrities including Jude Law and Dominic Cooper.
Planning Proposals Fail to Address Women's Safety
Draft National Planning Policy Framework omits references to women and girls' safety despite official recommendations following Sarah Everard's murder, critics say.
Bin Man's Tip: Number Your Bins for Correct Return
A TikTok-famous binman from the South East urges households to label bins with house numbers, explaining collection challenges and preventing mix-ups.
Toddlers Could Be Sent to Pubs Without Hospitality Support
Labour MPs warn that excluding cafes and soft plays from business rates relief could force parents to use pubs as the only social option for young children.
Council Flips Disabled Boy's Beach Pool Causing Fury
Sutherland Shire Council faces backlash after rangers overturned an inflatable pool used by a quadriplegic boy on Australia Day, with the mayor later apologising for lack of discretion.
Free AI Training Offered to Every UK Adult
The UK government will provide free AI training courses to all adults, aiming to boost workplace skills while addressing concerns about technology misuse.
MP Warns: Toddlers May Be Sent to Pubs as Cafes Shut
Labour MP Stella Creasy warns that without broader hospitality support, parents may have only pubs for socialising as cafes and soft plays face closure.
Labour Councillors' Racist WhatsApp Messages Exposed
An independent report commissioned by Tameside Council has revealed shocking 'vile' and 'racist' remarks made by Labour councillors in a WhatsApp group chat.
Councillor's Cycling Vigilante Role Causes Controversy
A Liberal Democrat councillor in Bournemouth faces calls to resign over his aggressive cycling vigilante videos, with a top lawyer warning he may have incriminated himself.
Woman's £500 Cash Found in Recycling Christmas Miracle
Tracy Williams from Treorchy accidentally placed her handbag containing £500 cash with Christmas recycling. Council crews spent three hours searching to recover it in a festive miracle.
Council Tax Discounts for Brits on Five Benefits
Individuals claiming specific benefits may qualify for council tax reductions. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply through your local authority.
Council Flag Decision Sparks Indigenous History Debate
A regional NSW council's vote to remove the Aboriginal flag from chambers has ignited controversy, with traditional owners arguing it erases Indigenous history while the mayor cites unity concerns.
Council Removes Aboriginal Flag, Sparks Local Debate
A regional council in New South Wales has voted to remove the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags from its chambers, opting to fly only the Australian flag, a decision that has ignited discussions among locals.
Councillor Compares Australia Day to Holocaust in Fury
Independent Cumberland City councillor Ahmed Ouf faces intense backlash after claiming Australia Day commemorates genocide and linking it to global conflicts.
Council Imposes 20mph Limit Despite Overwhelming Public Opposition
Wokingham Borough Council is proceeding with controversial 20mph speed limits and a new cycle highway despite strong resident objections, sparking accusations of ignoring local democracy.
Swansea Mum Pleads for Action After Toddler Hospitalised in Mouldy Flat
A Swansea mother battles severe damp and mould in her council flat as her two-year-old daughter is hospitalised with pneumonia, pleading with authorities for urgent rehousing.
Labour's Pothole Pledge Faces Uphill Battle
A Full Fact investigation reveals pothole repairs fell 3.5% in 2024/25, casting doubt on Labour's manifesto promise to fix an additional million potholes annually in England.
Labour Leader Criticises Green Party's Housing Policy
Bella Sankey, Labour leader of Brighton and Hove City Council, responds to Green Party's Siân Berry, highlighting Labour's implementation of housing policies Greens advocate.
Local Elections Postponed: 29 Councils Delay Votes to 2027
Twenty-nine of England's 136 scheduled council elections have been officially postponed until 2027 due to capacity issues during local government restructuring, affecting millions of voters.
Ministers Cancel Local Elections Despite Legal Concerns
The government has postponed elections in 29 local authorities, affecting 3.7 million voters, despite warnings the move may be illegal and accusations of political cowardice.
Rural Council Tax Rises Loom Under Labour Funding Shift
County councils warn families in rural England face annual council tax increases for years due to Labour's funding redistribution favouring urban boroughs, creating an £11bn gap.
Local Elections Delayed for 4 Million in 29 English Areas
Local elections are postponed for over 4 million people in 29 council areas in England, part of a government shake-up. Nigel Farage condemns the move, with Reform UK launching a judicial review.
Lancashire Care Homes Saved After Reform U-Turn
Reform councillors in Lancashire announce investment for five care homes previously slated for closure, following months of public outcry and protests.
Bolton Sinkhole Closes Road Near Primary School
A sinkhole has formed outside Mytham Primary School in Bolton, prompting road closures and warnings for residents to avoid the area while authorities investigate.
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