Croydon Council Axes Bridge Lighting Project
Croydon Council has withdrawn support for a lighting project at Portland Road bridge, leaving residents shocked. The scheme aimed to improve safety and aesthetics in South Norwood.
Category : Local Councils
Southwark Council Tax to Rise 4.99% from April 2026
Southwark residents face a 4.99% council tax increase from April 2026, with Band D households paying nearly £2,000 annually. The Labour-run council cites social care pressures and government grant reductions as key factors driving the hike.
Wandsworth Council Approves £52.3M Investment for Borough Projects
Wandsworth Council has green-lit an additional £52.3 million in capital projects over five years, raising its total programme to £470.6 million. Key initiatives include refurbishing Pear Tree Café's roof, new community hubs, and improved leisure facilitie
Pensioners Threatened with Fines for Charity Bag Donations
Two elderly women in Tonbridge and Malling were threatened with hefty fines for leaving charity clothing bags outside their homes, sparking outrage and an apology from the council.
Wiltshire Council Scandal: Reporter's Face on Punchbag
A shocking discovery in Wiltshire Council's town hall reveals a punchbag bearing a local reporter's face, sparking outrage and raising serious questions about conduct and transparency in local government.
Brent Council's £10m Deficit Persists Despite Funding Boost
Brent Council reveals a £10.4m budget shortfall for 2025/26 despite a £67.9m funding increase and maximum council tax rise, citing structural challenges in adult social care and housing services.
Councils Push for Means Testing in SEND Transport
Local authorities across England are urging the government to implement means testing for school transport for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to address funding pressures and ensure equitable resource allocation.
Brockwell Park Festivals Face Opposition But Set for Approval
Lambeth Council's planning committee is expected to approve a series of 2026 music festivals in Brockwell Park despite receiving 395 objections from residents concerned about park access and environmental impact.
Fulham Premises Investigated for Late Night Trading Breaches
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is investigating multiple premises on North End Road, including Morley's and Popeyes, for allegedly operating beyond licensed hours, with potential criminal penalties.
Barking and Dagenham Council Faces £82m Funding Gap by 2031
Barking and Dagenham Council warns of a projected £82.4 million funding gap by 2031, driven by rising poverty and service demands despite recent government funding increases.
Council Accused of No Accountability Over Missing Meeting Notes
Hammersmith and Fulham Council faces criticism for failing to produce minutes from over 35 meetings with developers including Chelsea FC and QPR, despite claiming transparency leadership.
Woking Council Gets £500m Bailout After Election U-Turn
Labour's reversal on delaying local elections sparks controversy as Woking council receives a £500m bailout. The move raises questions about democratic integrity and local government reform in Surrey.
Lambeth Council Tax to Rise 4.99%, Band D Over £2,000
Lambeth residents face a 4.99% council tax increase from April 2026, pushing Band D bills above £2,000 annually. The Labour-run council cites funding pressures for essential services and temporary accommodation costs nearing £105 million.
Greggs Thief 'Hamster' Stole £2,000 in Food Over 38 Visits
A serial thief nicknamed 'Hamster' by staff stole nearly £2,000 worth of food from a West London Greggs over six weeks, targeting the store 38 times before being caught.
London Council Leadership Praised, Housing Issues Raised
The City of London Corporation receives praise for leadership and climate action in a peer review, while facing criticism over social housing backlogs and financial pressures.
Westminster Council Freezes Main Council Tax to Help Residents
Westminster City Council freezes its main council tax for 2026/27, using £19.7m in reserves to balance the budget and proposing £59m in savings by 2029 to address financial pressures.
Hartlepool Labour Councillors Threaten Quit Over Care Budget
Hartlepool's Labour councillors are considering a mass resignation, accusing the government of betrayal over insufficient funding for children's social care, which has ballooned in one of England's poorest areas.
Croydon Council Moves Coroners Court to Optimize Property Use
Croydon Council plans to move the South London Coroners Court from Davis House to its headquarters, citing outdated facilities and financial strain, with costs shared among four boroughs.
Merton Council Tax Rise: 4% Hike, Lower Than Neighbors
Merton Council plans a 4% council tax increase for 2026/27, citing government funding changes. Band D bills to rise by £64 yearly, with cuts and savings over £7.2 million.
Bristol Bench Facing Wall Sparks Urban Seating Debate
Bristol council defends a new bench installed facing a brick wall, promising future shade from a planned tree. This sparks a broader discussion about poorly placed benches in cities like York, where many overlook unlovely views or turn away from scenic vi
North London Men Fined £1,160 for Blue Badge Fraud
Two men from Enfield and Palmers Green have been fined a combined £1,160 for Blue Badge fraud after using stolen and cancelled badges in Lodge Drive Car Park.
McDonald's Loses Court Appeal Over Late Opening Hours
A West London McDonald's has failed in its court appeal against Hammersmith and Fulham Council's decision to deny extended operating hours, with magistrates ruling the refusal was 'proportionate and necessary'.
Wandsworth Freezes Council Tax Again, Remains UK's Lowest
Wandsworth Council confirms a minimal 2% council tax increase for 2026/27, keeping it the lowest in the UK. Despite special permission to raise rates above the national cap, the borough continues its freeze policy, with average Band D households paying £1
Reform UK's Kent Council Budget Sparks 'Extreme Risk' Warnings
Reform UK's showcase council in Kent has passed its first budget with a 3.99% council tax increase, drawing criticism for exposing the authority to over £410m in financial risks and cuts to vulnerable services.
Lewisham Council Tax Rises 4.99% as Budget Cuts Loom
Lewisham residents face a 4.99% council tax increase for 2026/27, with Band D households paying £2,237. The hike comes alongside £30 million in budget cuts, including reductions to children's services and adult social care.
Islington Council Tax Rises 4.99% as Homelessness Costs Soar
Islington residents face a 4.99% council tax increase, with Band D paying £96 more annually. The North London borough cites tripled homelessness spending and rising service demands as key drivers.
West London Borough Fines Professional Begging Groups
Hammersmith and Fulham Council introduces a new Public Spaces Protection Order targeting professional begging groups, face coverings, and anti-social gatherings with £100 fines.
Fines for Bins Left Out Over House Price Worries
Tewkesbury residents may be fined for leaving bins out, as local society cites property devaluation, unsightliness, and accessibility issues in historic area.
Wandsworth Sets Lowest UK Council Tax for Fourth Year
Wandsworth Council plans to freeze its core council tax share and implement a minimal 2% adult social care increase, keeping bills the lowest nationally despite special powers to raise rates higher.
Croydon Council Tax to Rise 4.99% as Debt Burden Hits £1.4bn
Croydon residents face another maximum council tax increase of 4.99% as the borough grapples with historic £1.4bn debt and soaring service demands, despite recent government funding changes.
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