Council Seeks to Shut Islamic Centre Linked to Preacher
Canterbury Bankstown council issues a 'cease use' order for the Al Madina centre, alleging it operates illegally as a prayer hall. The move follows scrutiny after the Bondi attack.
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Hounslow Labour hit by second defection to Tories
Hounslow Labour faces another blow as Cllr Kamarat Malik joins the Conservatives. The defection follows internal scandals and claims of financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
Hounslow councillor fined £40k for illegal nanny employment
Hounslow Council leader claims ignorance as councillor Hina Mir is fined for employing illegal worker. Discover the details and political fallout in West London.
Greenwich Council Christmas 2025 service changes guide
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.
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Community 'Warm Spaces' Rise as Energy Bills Soar
As energy bills hit record highs, community 'warm spaces' have surged across the UK. We visit one in Southwark where residents find warmth, food, and vital connection amidst the cost of living crisis.
Reform UK's Kent Council Criticised for Adviser Spending
Reform UK's flagship Kent council votes to spend tens of thousands on political assistants, facing accusations of hypocrisy after promising to cut waste. Details on the budget crisis and controversial appointee inside.
London councils allowed large council tax rises from 2026
Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
Greenwich Council scraps most controlled parking zones
Greenwich Council has abandoned plans for controversial Controlled Parking Zones in four areas following fierce public opposition. Only Woolwich will see the 'Sustainable Streets' scheme proceed.
Four North London cafés ousted as chain takes over
Four beloved North London park cafés lose their leases to the Daisy Green chain despite massive public support. Discover the community's anger and the Corporation's defence.
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London council plans £90 weekly rent rise for TA tenants
Westminster City Council proposes a £90 weekly rent increase for 352 temporary accommodation households from February 2026 to tackle a £12.5m budget overspend. Over 90% of residents will be protected by housing benefit.
Cyber Hackers Target London Council Staff on Microsoft Teams
Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by November cyber attack. Staff warned after hackers target individuals via Microsoft Teams. Supplier payments delayed.
Kent council accused of blocking scrutiny of £40m savings
A Kent council led by Reform UK faces accusations of obstructing transparency after a five-month delay in providing evidence for claimed £40m savings from scrapped green projects. Read the full investigation.
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.
Hackney approves anti-racism strategy for schools
Hackney Council has approved a new 'child-centred and anti-racist' education strategy to tackle disproportionate exclusions of Black and SEND pupils. Learn what the plan entails.
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North London cafés await fate as council delays decision
Five beloved North London cafés, backed by Benedict Cumberbatch, face an anxious wait as the City of London Corporation delays announcing their future. Campaigners demand urgent clarity.
Greenwich Christmas bin dates and council service changes
Greenwich Council announces revised bin collection dates and holiday hours for services including leisure centres, libraries, and housing support from December 22.
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.
Five London Boroughs to Hike Council Tax Above Cap
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Wandsworth, City of London and Hammersmith and Fulham can raise rates above 5% in 2026/27. Find out why and what it means for residents.
Thousands of school run parking fines could be void
A tribunal victory for a driver over inadequate signage threatens to invalidate over 25,000 fines worth £678,690 issued under Medway Council's School Streets scheme. Discover if your fine could be challenged.
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Rowans Bowling Alley Under Threat in Haringey Plan
Haringey Council's draft Local Plan suggests the Rowans Tenpin Bowl site is suitable for tall buildings and 190 new homes. The public consultation ends Friday, December 19. Have your say now.
Croydon gains £120m in Fair Funding review
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
Camden's 'trauma passports' for homeless amid 26% rise
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
Police probe fraud at Tower Hamlets Council
The Met Police is investigating suspected fraud and money laundering by a former Tower Hamlets Council employee. The case, dating to 2018, involves procurement and conflicts of interest.
Council Tax Set to Rise as New Funding Formula Unveiled
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
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Funding boost for England's most-deprived councils
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement, while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore local services?
Legal challenge over Hampstead Heath ponds access to be decided
A High Court judge will decide in the new year whether a judicial review challenging trans access to Hampstead Heath's single-sex ponds can proceed. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.
Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
North London Bowling Alley Threatened by 190-Flat Plan
Beloved Finsbury Park bowling alley, Rowans Tenpin Bowl, could be demolished for flats under Haringey Council's new local plan. Public consultation ends December 19.
Council ignored warnings on builder before firm collapsed
Westminster City Council continued to contract a financially unstable builder, Geoffrey Osborne, which later collapsed, leaving homes unfinished and costing taxpayers an extra £27.5m. Discover the full investigation.
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Islington Council threatens Lime and Forest e-bike ban
Islington Council has issued a final warning to Lime and Forest e-bike hire firms over dangerous parking and rider behaviour. Failure to act could see them banned from the north London borough.
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