Thanet Council bans swearing in public spaces
Thanet Council has introduced a controversial ban on swearing in public spaces, sparking debates over civil liberties and local governance.
Category : Councils
Melbourne woman fined £400 for pavement mattress
A Melbourne woman faces a hefty £400 fine after council officials deemed her discarded mattress a 'fire hazard'. The controversial penalty sparks debate over waste disposal policies.
Councils Ban Swearing, Washing Lines & Basketball
Local councils across the UK are enforcing bizarre bans on everything from outdoor laundry to basketball, sparking outrage among residents. Are these rules justified or just plain overreach?
24-hour eviction notices for illegal traveller camps
Local authorities across the UK are enforcing stricter measures against unauthorised traveller encampments, with new powers allowing evictions within just 24 hours. Discover how this policy shift is impacting communities.
Outrage over removal of Sophie Lancaster's memorial bench
A council's decision to remove a memorial bench dedicated to Sophie Lancaster, a goth murdered in a hate crime, to make way for a fairground ride has sparked widespread anger.
Check if you're owed a council tax refund
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert team uncovers how thousands could be overpaying on council tax due to incorrect property banding. Find out if you're eligible for a refund.
Reform UK councils scrap climate pledges
Local councils in Durham and West Northamptonshire, led by Reform UK, have abandoned key climate commitments, sparking backlash from environmental groups.
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