Croydon children's services delays warning
A leading child protection expert reveals alarming delays in Croydon's children's services, putting vulnerable young people at risk as the council faces ongoing challenges.
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Harrods brand faces legal action over 14-day work claims
A former employee alleges she was dismissed after complaining about working 14 consecutive days and claims she's owed £16,000 in unpaid wages from the luxury retailer.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
Manslaughter probe after worker dies at Roman Tower site
Exclusive: Health and Safety Executive launches corporate manslaughter investigation after construction worker dies at Chester's controversial Roman Tower development site, raising urgent safety concerns.
LNER rail worker critical after stabbing - family hail hero
A railway worker for LNER remains in critical condition following a violent stabbing incident, with his family describing him as a hero and the train company expressing extreme pride in their employee.
Britain's Shadow Economy: The Hidden Workforce
An underground economy worth billions is thriving in Britain, built on the backs of migrants and exploited workers. Discover how labour market failures are creating a parallel economic system.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Westminster gains powers to regulate Central London pedicabs
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
Labour's worker reforms risk economic growth, warn businesses
City business leaders sound alarm over Labour's employment law overhaul, warning sweeping worker rights reforms could hamstring Britain's competitiveness and investment appeal.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
Emergency crews battled through the night to rescue a construction worker trapped beneath rubble after a medieval bell tower collapse in Italy.
Council's 'ironic' flag removal for Christmas lights
A Reform UK-led council faces criticism after ordering flags celebrating their election victory to be taken down to make way for Christmas lights, in a move locals call hypocritical.
Ancient Rome Tower Collapse Injures Workers Near Colosseum
A 13th-century medieval tower unexpectedly collapsed near Rome's iconic Colosseum, leaving construction workers injured and raising serious questions about heritage site safety protocols.
Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
Croydon Council crushes 13 dangerous vehicles
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
Priest accused of kicking nurse in hospital dispute
A Catholic priest faces serious allegations after reportedly kicking a nurse in the groin during a confrontation over his attempted discharge from a London hospital. The shocking incident has raised concerns about healthcare worker safety.
Rail worker fights life after 15min station horror
A railway worker remains in critical condition after confronting a violent attacker during a terrifying 15-minute ordeal at a London station, as police launch a major investigation.
Rail worker critical after stopping train knife attack
A courageous railway employee remains in critical condition after bravely intervening to stop a violent knife attack aboard a train, in what police are treating as an act of terrorism.
Council served expired salami to vulnerable residents
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
W.H. Auden's secret affair with sex worker revealed
Newly unearthed letters expose the Nobel laureate's hidden relationship with a young sex worker, challenging our understanding of the literary giant's private world.
Islington Council's 999-Drone Surveillance Plan Revealed
Exclusive: Islington Council explores controversial plan to deploy nearly 1,000 drones for monitoring residents, raising serious privacy concerns across London.
London council staff overpaid £480k in payroll scandal
Westminster City Council faces scrutiny after internal audit reveals nearly half a million pounds in staff overpayments, with taxpayers footing the bill for administrative errors.
Fitzrovia café stripped of alcohol licence after police probe
A popular Fitzrovia restaurant has been forced to close after Westminster Council revoked its alcohol licence following undercover police operations and resident complaints about anti-social behaviour.
Council: No Fine for Raye Over Housing Breach
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
Bexley Council's £22.5m budget gap warning
Exclusive: Bexley Council faces £22.5 million budget gap amid soaring costs and service demands, with council tax hikes likely for residents.
Lambeth Council among UK's best for housing delivery
Lambeth Council has been ranked among the top local authorities in England for successfully delivering thousands of new homes while maintaining high development standards.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Financial Crisis Deepens
Birmingham City Council faces unprecedented financial crisis as spending cuts fail to prevent effective bankruptcy. Expert analysis reveals the grim reality for residents and services.
London council defends 'No Mow May' amid complaints
A South London council stands by its controversial decision to let grass grow wild during May, sparking debate between environmental benefits and resident concerns about neighbourhood appearance.
Islington's Puzzling Parking Policy Leaves Residents Baffled
Fury erupts in North London as Islington Council removes parking bays from a residential street while maintaining double yellow lines, leaving locals questioning the logic behind the controversial move.
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