Perth's Blackboy Park Renamed After Six-Year Debate
A Perth park has been renamed Koolyanga Park following community consultation, ending a six-year controversy over its former name's perceived racist connotations.
Category : Councils
Council's £500k Box Junction Fines Called Illegal
West Northamptonshire Council faces accusations of illegally enforcing a box junction without traffic lights, generating over £515,000 from 15,000 fines since 2024.
Councils Banned from Outdated Foster Carer Rules
The Department for Education plans to block councils from using outdated rules that prevent unmarried people, renters, and full-time workers from fostering children.
Private Child Care Providers Ousted for Profiteering in England
Private child social care providers in England are being pushed out of the system due to allegations of profiteering, raising concerns about service quality and financial exploitation in the sector.
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Villagers demand action over 'war zone' A1301 potholes
Residents near the A1301 in Cambridgeshire have launched a petition demanding proper resurfacing of a road blighted by 7ft potholes, with some craters large enough for people to lie down in.
Decent Homes Standard Enforcement Crisis in England
Experts warn that England's decent homes standard faces major enforcement issues due to under-resourced local authorities and a complex legal framework, risking delays until 2035.
Councils and Communities Unite on Housing
Local authorities and community groups are exploring collaborative approaches to tackle the UK's housing crisis, focusing on shared resources and innovative partnerships.
19-Year-Old Reform Leader Defends Council Tax Rise in Warwickshire
George Finch, the 19-year-old Reform UK leader of Warwickshire County Council, defends a 3.89% council tax increase despite officers warning it threatens financial viability.
Council Blasts Asylum System Over 12,000 Child Arrivals
Kent County Council leaders have criticised the asylum system as 'unfair' after taking in 12,000 unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in a decade, warning of a 'perfect storm' in children's services.
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£300 Supermarket Vouchers Available for Surrey Residents
Surrey County Council is offering £300 supermarket vouchers to eligible households through the Household Support Fund, with applications opening monthly for those meeting income criteria.
Binman's Urgent Food Waste Warning for UK Households
A waste collection worker known as the UK's number one binfluencer has issued a contamination alert about common food bin mistakes. He explains why removing packaging is crucial.
Travellers Set Up Camp in Birmingham Park After Security Displacement
A convoy of caravans has established an unauthorised camp at Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham, following tightened security measures at a nearby recreational ground that displaced the activity.
Local Solutions Key to London's Nightlife Space Debate
A Guardian editorial argues that disputes over London's nightlife and city space sharing are best resolved through local decision-making, not top-down policies, emphasising community involvement.
Worcester Window Salesman Fined £100 for Small Sign
A Worcester window salesman has been hit with a £100 fine by the city council for displaying a small directional arrow sign to help customers find his business, sparking accusations of pettiness.
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Binman's Warning: 6-Foot Rule Could Stop Collections
A refuse collector reveals why bins placed too far into gardens won't be emptied, plus essential tips for correct bin placement and assisted collection services.
Brighton Libraries to Close After 62 Years Due to Budget Cuts
Two cherished libraries in Brighton, Westdene and Hollingbury, will permanently shut on March 31, 2026, following a £210,000 budget reduction to library services approved by councillors.
England's 276 Official Traveller Sites Mapped
A comprehensive mapping reveals all 276 public sector Traveller sites in England, highlighting capacity, shortages, and the complex challenges facing Gypsy and Traveller communities nationwide.
Council Officer Blinded in Litter Fine Attack Gets Justice
A council enforcement officer was left permanently blind in one eye after a brutal assault by Tim Greenaway during a littering incident outside Vauxhall Station. The attacker has been jailed for nine years.
Lamborghini Towed in Kensington Parking Crackdown
A Lamborghini Urus S valued over £200,000 was towed from Derry Street in Kensington today as councils intensify enforcement against illegally parked luxury vehicles.
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Scottish Taxi Drivers Get 200+ Dress Code Warnings
Taxi and private hire drivers across Scotland have received more than 200 warnings for breaching dress codes, with rules varying significantly between local authorities.
Councillor Paid £20,600 While Living in Bangladesh
A Tower Hamlets councillor continues to receive over £20,000 in taxpayer-funded allowances while residing in Bangladesh, sparking outrage and accusations of scandal.
Cliveden House Wedding Venue Besieged by Traveller Encampment
Residents in Taplow, Berkshire, claim their lives have become 'hell' as a suspected traveller encampment and scrapyard opposite the luxurious Cliveden House hotel has 'destroyed' fields, creating constant noise and an eyesore near the historic venue.
Abandoned Boat 'Just Chillin' Sparks Fury in Southampton
Furious Southampton residents demand council action after an abandoned boat named 'Just Chillin' has been left rotting on their residential street for over three months.
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.
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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.
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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.
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