Tributes paid to 'legendary' Bromley councillor Keith Onslow
Bromley Council mourns the death of Conservative councillor Keith Onslow, who served Petts Wood and Knoll for 11 years and chaired the Pension Committee. Read the tributes.
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Starmer's 2026: Five Key Tests for His Premiership
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Wandsworth Council refuses new tax-raising powers
Wandsworth Council pledges to keep UK's lowest council tax, rejecting new government powers to raise it above 5% without a referendum. Leader Simon Hogg explains the decision.
Former Liberal MP Katie Allen dies aged 59
Tributes pour in for former federal MP and paediatric specialist Dr Katie Allen, who has died at 59 after a private battle with rare bile duct cancer. Read the full story.
Four-day week could signal failing council, Reed warns
Local Government Secretary Steve Reed warns English councils that adopting a four-day week may be seen as a sign of failure. Read the full story on the government's stance.
Reform UK's Kent Council Criticised for Adviser Spending
Reform UK's flagship Kent council votes to spend tens of thousands on political assistants, facing accusations of hypocrisy after promising to cut waste. Details on the budget crisis and controversial appointee inside.
London councils allowed large council tax rises from 2026
Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
Watchdog criticises 'unprecedented' local election delay plan
The elections watchdog has criticised the government's offer to postpone 63 council votes, warning it risks public confidence. Five councils have already requested delays.
China's rural protests surge as migrant workers return home
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
Local elections could be delayed again in 2025
Plans to reorganise local councils in England could push the next local elections back to 2026. Read the latest on the government's devolution agenda and its impact on voters.
County Council Elections Delayed Again Until 2027
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
Croydon gains £120m in Fair Funding review
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
Third Day of Tributes for Bondi Beach Shooting Victims
Crowds gather for a third day at Bondi Pavilion to remember victims of the terror attack. See the poignant tributes left for the community in mourning.
Council Tax Set to Rise as New Funding Formula Unveiled
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
Funding boost for England's most-deprived councils
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement, while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore local services?
Teen charged with murder of 9-year-old Aria Thorpe
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after nine-year-old Aria Thorpe was fatally attacked in her Weston-super-Mare home. The community is in shock.
Reform UK's First Council Test in Lancashire
Reform UK took control of 10 councils, including Lancashire. Seven months on, we examine the party's 'anti-woke' agenda, financial cuts, and a wave of complaints. Listen to the full report.
Council pays £9,6k for failing disabled teen's support
Brent Council has paid nearly £10,000 in compensation after a Local Government Ombudsman investigation found it failed to provide a disabled teenager with vital educational therapies for over a year.
Five Labour councillors in Brent defect to Green Party
Five sitting Labour councillors in Brent have joined the Green Party, criticising Labour's shift from socialist principles. The defections signal a 'Green surge' in London ahead of local elections.
Rob Reiner's Final Talk with Eric Idle Before Murder
Monty Python star Eric Idle shares details of his last call with director Rob Reiner, discussing Stonehenge and future plans, before Reiner and his wife were found stabbed. Read the tributes.
London councils spend £555m on private firms in 2024
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
Mum awarded £5k after council failings led to rough sleeping
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
Greenwich Council sells car parks amid budget crisis
Greenwich Council is selling three underused car parks to raise funds for essential services, sparking backlash from local businesses and shoppers. Public auction set for December 11.
10 Unique Gift Ideas to Support UK Small Businesses
Discover 10 thoughtful gift ideas from UK small businesses this festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Start your ethical shopping now!
Ex-Labour housing chair joins Southwark Greens
Sam Foster, former Chair of Southwark's Housing Scrutiny Commission, has left Labour for the Green Party, citing asylum and housing policies. It's the second defection in a month.
Labour candidate defects after 'wrong ethnicity' claim
Fiona Mulaisho quits Labour, alleging a 'toxic culture' and discriminatory remark about her ethnicity. She will now stand for the Liberal Democrats in Queen's Park. Read the full story.
Council pays £250 to domestic abuse victim over poor communication
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
UK neighbourhoods in flag wars as tensions simmer
From Birmingham to Sheffield, residents face harassment in a covert battle over flags. Discover the local identity disputes dividing communities and the authorities' struggle to respond.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
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