Major London transport closures this weekend
Plan your journey: The Lioness line and DLR face severe disruption on Nov 29-30. Get the full list of closures and alternative travel advice here.
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Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Major cyber attack hits three London councils
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by a serious cyber security incident. NCSC assessing impact, critical services maintained. Read the latest.
Tory Cuts Leave Councils as 'Social Care Factories'
Labour's municipal reforms face uphill battle against Tory legacy. Councils need financial sustainability to move beyond crisis management after a decade of austerity.
Council pays £5k after SEND support failures
A West London mother receives £5,675 compensation after Ealing Council's failures left her disabled child without education and therapy for months. Discover the full investigation findings.
Major cyber attack targets multiple London councils
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Croydon Council Tax Rise Capped at 5%
Croydon's Mayor commits to a maximum 5% council tax increase despite new government rules allowing higher rises for struggling councils. Get the latest on local finances.
Autistic child left without school for 9 months
Croydon Council failed to provide legally required support to an autistic child, leaving them without education for nine months. The Ombudsman ordered compensation and systemic changes.
Reform UK's £331m Council Savings Claim Questioned
Experts challenge Reform UK's claimed £331m council savings as EV cuts and IT deals face scrutiny. Are the numbers real or political rhetoric?
65p salt hack stops winter mould in your home
Discover the 65p kitchen staple that acts as a natural dehumidifier to combat winter mould. Expert tips for keeping your home dry and mould-free during freezing temperatures.
6 Lost Car Maintenance Skills from the 60s & 70s
Discover the 6 essential car maintenance skills most drivers possessed in the 60s and 70s that are now largely forgotten. How many do you know?
Lambeth mum awarded £7k over son's missed therapy
A Lambeth mother receives £7,000 compensation after her son missed months of occupational therapy. Council apologises for failing to deliver legally binding EHCP provisions.
Controversial South London Festival Plans Two Weekends
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
Lib Dem's Radical Vision for Croydon's Future
Lib Dem mayoral candidate Richard Howard outlines his plan for radical change in Croydon, targeting housing, finances and culture. Discover his vision for the borough's transformation.
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.
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.
TfL Line Closures: London Travel Disruption
Essential guide to planned closures on London Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth line this weekend. Check your journey and find alternative routes now.
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.
Farage rules out council tax freeze amid budget shortfalls
Nigel Farage admits Reform-run councils face massive financial problems, ruling out a council tax freeze. Most councils plan tax hikes to cover budget gaps.
Southwark mum wins £700 over council care delays
A Southwark mother received £700 compensation after the council delayed arranging care for her autistic daughter and failed to complete her carer's assessment. Read the full investigation findings.
Sutton cinema staff piled rubbish in men's toilet
Exclusive: Former Throwley Yard Cinema employee reveals months of turmoil before closure, including waste management crises and payment delays. Discover the full story.
Elizabeth Line disruption: November closures detailed
Major Elizabeth Line disruption this Sunday with route closures. Check TfL's travel advice, replacement buses, and allow extra journey time across London.
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.
Five killed in County Louth road collision
Tragic car crash near Dundalk claims five young lives, leaving three injured. Gardaí appeal for witnesses as nation mourns devastating road traffic incident.
Reform UK's rapid rise and chaotic fall in Cornwall
Reform UK's political dominance in Cornwall unravels as resignations and infighting leave party in disarray. Discover how internal conflicts and national interference led to their dramatic downfall.
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.
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.
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