Residents of 14 clifftop properties in Hemsby, Norfolk, have been ordered to evacuate due to the imminent risk of collapse from Storm Goretti. The council warns of a 'weather bomb' accelerating coastal erosion.
A Hackney council tenant has been washing in cold water after his heating was cut off amid a long-running dispute over a pre-payment meter. Read the full story of the ongoing issues at Thaxted Court.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals three crucial checks to see if you're overpaying council tax. You could be owed £100s in discounts or a backdated refund of thousands.
A 24-year-old influencer faces backlash from neighbours after opening a £30,000 garden Pilates studio without permission in Kings Lynn. The council's decision is due on January 12.
Archaeologists in Norfolk have unearthed the world's most complete Iron Age carnyx, a bronze war trumpet, with potential links to Boudicca's Iceni tribe. Discover the story behind this 'once-in-a-lifetime' find.
Kensington and Chelsea Council warns residents after a November 2025 cyber attack compromised personal data. Follow official advice to protect against scams.
Marham in Norfolk recorded the UK's lowest temperature of -12.5°C overnight. The Met Office warns of further heavy snow and disruption as Storm Goretti approaches this week.
Ealing Council Leader Peter Mason discusses council tax, tackling the housing crisis, and local elections in 2026. Will bills rise? Find out the key plans for the borough.
Westminster City Council faces criticism for publishing 12 major decisions, including property purchases and SEND transport, just before the Christmas break. Opposition leader Paul Swaddle alleges a lack of scrutiny.
Reform UK-led councils in Derbyshire and elsewhere are proposing maximum council tax rises, sparking accusations of 'empty rhetoric' from opponents after election promises to cut taxes.
Newham residents avoid a 9% council tax hike after a government funding review. The rise is now set at 4.99%, but cuts to services and increased fees are still planned. Read the full budget details.
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
The Guardian corrects errors in recent reporting, including a misidentified London council, an exhibition venue, and travel quiz answers. Read the full list of amendments and clarifications.
Tony Keeble was shot by armed officers on the A11 near Thetford. The IOPC is investigating after reports of a man with a handgun following a crash.
Vulnerable Camden residents endure six years of botched repairs and freezing conditions due to council procurement failures. Read the full story of delays and damp.
Families in Norfolk face heartbreak as coastal erosion endangers churchyard graves. Council delays cause distress. Read about the fight to protect final resting places.
Derek Harris, 89, led a community campaign to save Sharrington's iconic K6 phone box after BT earmarked it for removal. His fight sparked a national debate on preserving local heritage.
A man believed to be carrying a handgun was shot and killed by armed officers after a collision near Thetford. The IOPC has launched an investigation. Read the latest updates.
A man was shot dead by armed police in Thetford, Norfolk, following a two-vehicle collision and reports he was carrying a handgun. The incident is under independent investigation.
Louise Cocker has spent 24 years photographing Norfolk gravestones, creating a 615,000-name dataset. Discover how amateur historians are the 'hidden engine room' of UK genealogy.
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.
Greenwich Council announces revised schedules for bin collections, leisure centres, libraries and key services over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Essential dates and contacts for residents.
A breathtaking close encounter with a grey seal in Norfolk's coastal marshes reveals the intimate details of British wildlife. Discover the magic of winter wildlife watching.
A former Newsnight producer leads Europe's largest natural oyster reef project off Norfolk, using innovative 'mother reef' bricks to rebuild marine habitats and biodiversity. Discover the ambitious plan to reshape the North Sea.
Residents in Brent and Harrow are advised of revised bin collection dates over the festive holidays, including free Christmas tree recycling services. Check your dates now.
Australian scientists have completed a landmark snail translocation, flying hundreds of Campbell’s keeled glass-snails to Norfolk Island to rescue the species from extinction. Discover the story of this incredible conservation effort.
A second illegal dumping of slaughtered geese in Norfolk sparks a public health alert. Authorities warn the meat may be unsafe and are appealing for information.
Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by November cyber attack. Staff warned after hackers target individuals via Microsoft Teams. Supplier payments delayed.
A Norfolk pier becomes a stage for thousands of dark-bellied Brent geese, a vital winter ritual. Discover the spectacle and why these migratory birds matter.
Greenwich Council announces revised bin collection dates and holiday hours for services including leisure centres, libraries, and housing support from December 22.