Litchfield Council faces criticism after spraying glyphosate on grass claimed to be a breeding ground for partridge pigeons, a vulnerable species, sparking a dispute over weed identification.
Politico has officially launched its Australian edition in Canberra, marking a significant expansion into the Asia-Pacific region. The move aims to cover local politics and policy with a global perspective.
Former Google executive Matt Brittin is now the prime candidate to become the BBC's next director general, following the withdrawal of other leading contenders from the race.
A new report reveals that proposed council shake-up plans are flawed and unlikely to achieve the promised financial savings, raising concerns about local government efficiency.
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Engineers have installed high-speed internet cables outside Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's Norfolk home, enabling streaming services. This follows a month-long outage and comes as security teams patrol the area after his recent arrest.
Homeowners frustrated by vehicles blocking their driveways now have specific advice from police and councils on legal steps and peaceful resolution methods.
Independent Cumberland councillor Ahmed Ouf proposes renaming council wards with Indigenous names, sparking controversy over costs and cultural recognition ahead of a crucial council vote.
New figures reveal ten councils spent £435 million transporting children with special educational needs last year, with one authority's costs surging by nearly 700%.
A new report reveals that 159 of 317 English councils are failing to comply with the Supreme Court's 'crystal clear' ruling on biological sex, with many maintaining unlawful trans-inclusive policies.
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CBS News contributor David Begnaud launches independent media company Do Good Crew on beehiiv, maintaining his network job. Industry veterans discuss the blend of legacy and independent journalism.
An Oxford research nurse was compelled to trim her cherished wisteria on a Grade II listed home after Wiltshire Council insisted it aided rats, despite contradictory evidence from pest experts.
BBC Newsround presenters have finally addressed the long-standing mystery of why they hold Nintendo Switch controllers during broadcasts, revealing their vital role in controlling the autocue script.
A Kent pub landlord's not-for-profit taxi service, which raised hundreds for motor neurone disease, has been halted by Ashford Borough Council due to licensing requirements, sparking criticism.
Salisbury City Council leader Samuel Charleston faces public fury after being filmed lifting his dog by the scruff of its neck at a children's park, but he refuses to step down, calling the reaction 'disproportionate'.
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A Scarborough businessman who used his company's cherry picker to hang Union Jack flags on lampposts has been ordered to pay nearly £3,000 by the council for unauthorised displays.
Scotland's councils are preparing to cancel nearly £100 million in council tax arrears while planning further bill increases, sparking criticism of unfairness toward compliant taxpayers.
As Apple prepares to launch its first major products of 2026, the company faces a critical juncture. With executive departures, AI challenges, and political entanglements, this year could determine Apple's trajectory for the next decade.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis warns that over two million households are failing to claim council tax discounts, potentially losing thousands of pounds annually due to lack of applications.
Birmingham City Council has obtained a High Court injunction prohibiting protests at waste depots as the bin strike approaches its first anniversary, with potential imprisonment for violators.
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Scotland's council umbrella body Cosla has issued a stark warning about escalating toxic online behaviour and abuse directed at councillors as they finalise annual budgets and council tax decisions.
Residents across England, Scotland, and Wales could qualify for a Council Tax Reduction of up to 100%. Discover the five key eligibility factors, including income, household composition, and property bands.
A binman's TikTok warning reveals that cat litter in food waste bins leads to refused collections due to contamination risks and health hazards.
Ashford Borough Council insists a traffic warden was correct to issue a penalty notice to an Arriva bus that broke down at a bus stop in Tenterden, Kent, saying the driver left it unattended.
India has formally joined the US-led Pax Silica initiative, strengthening technology cooperation among allies and marking a reset in bilateral ties after trade tensions.
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A Wiltshire journalist was shocked to find his face on a punchbag at the town hall, prompting an investigation and raising concerns about journalist safety.
A shocking discovery of a punchbag bearing a reporter's face at Wiltshire Council's town hall has led to a public confrontation and calls for accountability.
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has withdrawn from India's AI Impact Summit hours before his keynote, following the release of emails linking him to Jeffrey Epstein.
Two pensioners in Kent were threatened with fines up to £1,000 for leaving charity donation bags outside their homes, sparking outrage and a council apology.
Bill Gates has pulled out of delivering a keynote at India's flagship AI summit following criticism over his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. The Gates Foundation will send a representative instead.
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Mansfield Shire Council in Victoria has acknowledged a major administrative error affecting parking fines since 2009, with over $34,000 in overcharges identified. The council is now working to refund affected drivers.
