Council error leads to minister's tax underpayment
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1,500 in council tax after Westminster Council administrative error. Full payment now made. Read the full story.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns, MAGA movement frays
Marjorie Taylor Greene announces sudden resignation from Congress, citing a desire to avoid a 'hateful primary' and revealing deep fissures within the MAGA movement. Discover the full story behind the political split.
Hillingdon Finance Chief Forced Out in Council Shake-Up
Exclusive: Hillingdon Council's finance chief was asked to stand down as financial crisis deepens. Labour claims 'chaos' as council seeks third government bailout.
New 50-place SEND school for North London
Brent Council reveals a new 50-place SEND primary school for Preston Park as part of a 212-place expansion to tackle rising demand and cut costly out-of-borough placements.
Former Soho toilet to become café or shop
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
CCTV appeal after vaping Tube assault breaks eye socket
Police are urgently seeking a man after a Tube passenger needed eye surgery following a vicious assault sparked by a dispute over vaping on a District line train.
Greenwich Play Centres Face Closure in Council Savings Plan
Greenwich Council reveals plans to transform youth play provision, potentially closing two adventure play centres to address a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say in the consultation running until December 14.
Council funding shake-up boosts North and Midlands
Deprived towns in northern England and the Midlands secure major funding increases in a landmark local authority reform, redirecting cash from affluent areas to post-industrial communities.
Brent Council uses AI to plug £10m budget hole
Facing a £10m deficit, Brent Council proposes AI service redesign and selling empty buildings. Council tax to rise 4.99%. Have your say on the draft budget by January 30.
Can Democrats flip a red Tennessee district?
In Tennessee, Democrat Aftyn Behn is building a 'coalition of the pissed off' to challenge a Republican stronghold. With the cost of living crisis central to her campaign, could she turn this seat blue for the first time since 1983?
Cooper and Fry: New Crime Drama with Doctor Who Star
Doctor Who's Mandip Gill and Downton Abbey's Robert James-Collier star in Channel 5's 'Cooper and Fry', a gripping new crime drama set in the Peak District. Stream the first episode now.
Joseph Wright's Derby: Art, Industry & Inspiration
Explore Derby through the eyes of Joseph Wright. A new London exhibition celebrates the artist inspired by the Peak District's landscapes and the Industrial Revolution.
London traffic scheme causes 'deep division' in community
A bitter feud over experimental traffic measures in Queen's Park has divided residents, with a 1,251-signature petition demanding cancellation. Discover the community conflict.
Bridget Jones Statue Unveiled in Leicester Square
A new bronze statue of Bridget Jones has been unveiled in London's Leicester Square, with Helen Fielding and Renée Zellweger in attendance. Discover the story behind this tribute to a British icon.
Croydon Council sues government over £10.8m funding
Croydon Council launches legal challenge against government's decision to withhold £10.8m in funding, potentially affecting local services. Read the full story.
Council repaints road markings for closed school
A Reform-run council apologises after spending £350 to repaint 'School Keep Clear' markings outside a school closed since 2016. Read the full story on this financial misstep.
4th Hounslow Labour councillor defects to Tories
West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
Person dies on London Underground tracks in Chiswick
A person has died after being hit by a Tube train at Turnham Green station. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not being treated as suspicious. Read for details.
Air Ambulance at Tube station after casualty on tracks
Major disruption on the London Underground's District line after an air ambulance was dispatched to Turnham Green station for a casualty on the tracks. Check your journey.
Council left 1100 emails unread for four years
Haringey Council failed to read over 1,100 emails, including 500 police reports, between 2019 and 2023. A new management team promises reforms. Discover the full story.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
10 UK Commuter Towns That Need a Tube Station
As London's property prices soar, demand grows for Tube extensions to towns like St Albans and Potters Bar. Discover the commuter hubs that could be next for a London Underground link.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
Stockholm bus crash leaves several dead in city centre
Tragic bus collision in central Stockholm leaves multiple people dead and injured. Police confirm driver arrested as investigation continues. Latest updates.
Chatsworth Estate Opens New Family Hotel in Peak District
Discover The Hide, Chatsworth Estate's new affordable family hotel. Perfect base for exploring the historic house and Peak District National Park. Rooms from £80.
London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
Tesco Towers developer pulls out of Harrow plan
The future of the controversial 'Tesco Towers' development in North London is uncertain after Notting Hill Genesis withdrew from the 504-home project. Discover the local reaction.
London council lobbies Lords over £82m funding cuts
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
Brent Conservative leader de-selected ahead of elections
The leader and deputy leader of Brent Conservatives have been blocked from standing in the 2026 local elections, following a similar purge of eight Labour councillors. Discover the political upheaval in this North London borough.
Islamabad court blast kills 12, puts Pakistan on war footing
A suicide bomber killed 12 people outside Islamabad's district courts, prompting Pakistan's defence minister to declare a 'state of war' amid a surge in terror attacks. Read the full investigation.
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