Ombudsman orders Croydon Council apology over EHCP delay
A watchdog found Croydon Council missed a legal deadline on an autistic boy's Education, Health and Care Plan, causing his mother distress. Read the full investigation details.
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HMRC tax rebate delays exceed a year for some
Taxpayers face waits of over a year for HMRC refunds, with some forced to borrow cash. The ICAEW cites 'significant backlogs'. Discover if you're affected.
Third of councils request local election delay
Sky News analysis reveals 25 councils have asked to postpone May elections, citing cost and reorganisation pressures. Find out if your area is affected.
Over a Third of Councils Seek Election Delay
Sky News analysis reveals 24 councils have requested to postpone May 2026 local elections, citing cost and reorganisation. Opposition parties are furious. Find out if your area is affected.
2026 Local Elections: Over a Third of Councils Seek Delay
Sky News analysis reveals over a third of councils offered a delay to May 2026 elections have requested one, with 18 of the 24 being Labour-led. Find out if your council is affected.
30 Councils Ask to Postpone May Local Elections
Dozens of English councils have requested to delay May's local elections amid a government reorganisation, potentially disenfranchising millions. Discover the full list and the political fallout.
Councils Seek May Election Delay in Reorganisation
At least 22 local authorities request postponement of May elections, sparking political row. Steve Reed defends move to avoid costly votes for 'zombie councils'. Read the full story.
Love Island: All Stars Start Date Confirmed
ITV confirms Love Island: All Stars will air this Thursday after wildfires in South Africa forced evacuation. Host Maya Jama announces return with an extra episode scheduled.
Long VAR delay for disallowed Man City goal explained
A five-minute VAR check to disallow a Manchester City goal in the Carabao Cup was prolonged due to 'edge cases' preventing the use of semi-automated offside technology. Read the full details.
Brent Council funds 212 new SEND school places
Brent Council plans to create 212 new SEND school places using a £10.6m grant, aiming to save £5.6m annually. However, demand for specialist education continues to outstrip supply.
Lambeth Council pays £2k over missed SALT and tuition
Lambeth Council must pay a family £1,950 after a boy with special needs missed a year of speech therapy and weeks of tutoring due to council delays. Read the full Ombudsman report.
Council pays £700 over missed therapy for autistic child
Ealing Council apologises and compensates a father after his autistic son missed vital speech and occupational therapy for over a year due to council failures.
2026's Soulslike Games & Next-Gen Console Debate
Readers debate the 2026 Soulslike lineup, Nintendo's Switch 2 launch strategy, and the potential delay of the PlayStation 6. Join the gaming conversation.
Starmer urged not to diminish Send children's legal rights
A new national campaign backed by actor Sally Phillips and cross-party MPs warns the PM against weakening legal protections for children with special educational needs in England's overhaul.
Best February Games: High On Life 2 vs. Resident Evil
GameCentral readers debate the hottest releases for February 2026, from High On Life 2 to Nioh 3. Plus, concerns grow over a potential GTA 6 delay and slumping US console sales.
GTA 6 Delay Fears & Gaming Community Hopes
The latest Games Inbox debates potential GTA 6 delays to 2027, the fate of Fable, and the forgotten gem Final Fantasy 8. Join the discussion by emailing gamecentral@metro.co.uk.
Reiner Murder Case: Arraignment Delayed After Lawyer Exit
The arraignment of Nick Reiner, accused of killing his parents Rob and Michele Reiner, has been postponed to 23 February after his defence lawyer withdrew. Read the latest from the Los Angeles court.
Coroner apologises to Maddy Cusack's family for inquest delay
The inquest into the death of Sheffield United Women's footballer Maddy Cusack has been adjourned until June after the family received 699 pages of new evidence just before Christmas.
Channel Tunnel chaos: Your rights to refunds
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
PS6 and Next Xbox Could Be Delayed by RAM Shortage
Sony and Microsoft may delay their next-gen consoles due to a global RAM shortage driven by AI demand. Prices are soaring, with the crisis expected to last into 2027. Read the full report.
Top 11 Video Game News Stories of 2025 Reviewed
From the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to GTA 6 delays and AI controversies, we recap the defining video game news of 2025 and what it means for 2026. Read the full analysis.
James Bond Game 007 First Light Delayed to May 2026
IO Interactive delays 007 First Light to May 27, 2026, taking the spot vacated by GTA 6. The developer cites a need for extra polish for its ambitious Bond origin story.
Davey: Election Delays Rip Away Democratic Rights
Sir Ed Davey writes to the UK's human rights watchdog over plans to postpone local elections for nearly 10 million people. The government cites council reorganisation as the reason.
Passengers Denied Compensation After Airport Disruption
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
Family boards easyJet flight with deceased grandmother
An easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick was delayed 12 hours after a family boarded with their deceased 89-year-old relative. The airline states she had a fit-to-fly certificate. Read the full story.
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.
Gatwick flight delayed after 'dead passenger' boards
Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick were left shocked after a family allegedly boarded with a deceased elderly relative, causing a 12-hour delay. Read the full investigation.
Ferguson Marine delays Glen Rosa ferry delivery again
The delivery of the over-budget Glen Rosa ferry is delayed until late 2026, with service unlikely before 2027 due to hull defects. Costs now exceed £460m.
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.
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