Council pays £1,700 after denying emergency housing
Harrow Council failed to provide emergency accommodation to a homeless mother and child while checking immigration status, with the Local Government Ombudsman ordering compensation.
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Belvedere Chicken Shop Gets Alcohol Licence Despite Police Objection
Bexley Council has granted Chicken World and JRR Local Store permission to sell alcohol from 7am to 11pm daily, despite objections from Metropolitan Police and council teams over potential antisocial behaviour risks.
Merton Council Rejects Israel Divestment Over Legal Risks
Merton Council has refused to cut ties with Israel-linked firms, citing potential legal challenges and pension fund stability concerns, despite a petition from a suspended councillor.
Kensington and Chelsea Councillors Step Down Ahead of Elections
Labour and Liberal Democrat councillors in Kensington and Chelsea are stepping down ahead of May's local elections, with new candidates confirmed by multiple parties.
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Lambeth Council Threatened with High Court Action by ICO
Lambeth Council could face High Court action after the Information Commissioner's Office found it withheld information about a controversial housing development in Stockwell.
Council Spent £640k on Scrapped Parking Consultation
Greenwich Council has defended spending £640,000 on a consultation for its unpopular Sustainable Streets parking scheme, which was mostly scrapped after resident backlash.
Tool Theft Crisis: Veteran Tradesman Avoids Croydon
Veteran tradesman John Drew reveals he avoids working in Croydon due to rampant tool theft, as Liberal Democrats launch Operation Ironclad to tackle the crime affecting thousands across London.
Harrow Road Safety Fears and Council Revitalisation Plan
Residents and businesses on Harrow Road in North Paddington report feeling unsafe due to antisocial behaviour linked to numerous vacant shops. Westminster City Council plans to use new powers to force landlords to rent out empty units.
Bexley Council and MP in Pothole Funding Row
Bexley Council claims its roads are in exceptionally good condition, while MP Daniel Francis criticises pothole repair spending. The dispute involves government funding and maintenance ratings.
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Merton Council £200 Reward for Fly-Tipping Reports
Merton Council in South London introduces a £200 reward scheme for residents who report fly-tipping that leads to successful prosecution, aiming to reduce illegal dumping.
Petition for Free Friday Prayer Parking in East London
Over 500 residents in Waltham Forest have signed a petition urging the council to introduce free on-street parking during Friday prayers to support Muslim worshippers facing parking fines and accessibility issues.
Reform UK Chair Quits Over Illegal Unsafe Rentals
Edward Harris, chair of Warwickshire county council, resigns after being exposed as a rogue landlord illegally renting out unsafe HMO properties with serious safety failures.
Greenwich Play Centre Plans Progress Amid Safety Warnings
Greenwich Council is proceeding with changes to adventure play centres, including removing staff supervision from two sites, despite campaigners warning it threatens children's safety.
Kingston's £248m Plan: Parks, Schools, Flood Defence
Kingston Council unveils a £248m four-year capital programme for infrastructure, including park improvements, school expansions, and flood alleviation, funded partly by a 4.99% council tax hike.
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Labour Councillor Quits in Hackney Council Drama
Hackney councillor M Can Ozsen resigns from Labour during council meeting, criticising party's stance on immigration, welfare and Gaza conflict.
Local Elections Postponed for 29 Councils in England
The UK government delays elections for 29 English councils to focus on council mergers, affecting over 3 million people and sparking legal challenges.
Coroner: No Clear Link in Hackney Worker Mould Death
A coroner has ruled it's impossible to determine if a Hackney Council painter's death from lung disease was caused by exposure to damp and mould in social housing properties.
Sutton Council Accused of 'Sitcom of Incompetence'
Opposition councillors in Sutton have launched scathing criticism of the Liberal Democrat administration, alleging years of wasteful spending and failed projects in a fiery council meeting.
Hounslow Council Funds £1m Golden Mile Regeneration
Hounslow Council allocates over £1 million for the Golden Mile regeneration project, aiming to revitalise the area, create 25,000 jobs, and attract £5 billion in private investment.
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Islington Slashes Youth Crime by 80% with Early Intervention
Islington in North London has cut youth justice entries by 80% since 2016, thanks to a 'child first, offender second' approach and investment in youth hubs.
Wandsworth Council's £45m Digital Savings Plan
Wandsworth Council launches a major digital transformation programme aiming to save £45m annually by 2029 while addressing a projected £50m budget shortfall through improved efficiency.
Hounslow's CCTV Upgrade to Raise £5m from Drivers
Hounslow Council plans to upgrade traffic CCTV technology to generate £5.22m in revenue, part of efforts to address a £51.5m budget gap through enforcement and asset income.
Council seizes 21 illegal e-bikes and mopeds in crackdown
Waltham Forest Council has seized 21 illegal e-bikes and mopeds in a joint operation with police targeting anti-social behaviour and illegal parking in Hoe Street and Walthamstow High Street areas.
Flag Removal Sparks Indigenous History Debate in NSW
Federation Council's vote to remove Aboriginal flag from chambers prompts concerns about erasing Indigenous history and community unity in Corowa, NSW.
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Council Removes Aboriginal Flag in Regional NSW
A regional council in New South Wales has voted to remove the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags from its chambers, sparking local debate.
Hackney's 2026 Development: Leisure Centre & Homes
Hackney Council pushes forward major 2026 projects including a new leisure centre, hundreds of homes, and town square revamps to address housing needs and improve borough infrastructure.
Protesters Disrupt South London Council Over Housing
A council meeting in South London was disrupted by protesters demanding urgent action on the housing crisis, highlighting local tensions over affordability and development.
Kensington and Chelsea Council Fire Safety Failures Exposed
Exclusive data reveals Kensington and Chelsea Council has libraries, schools, and buildings near Grenfell Tower overdue on fire safety checks for years, with a former senior worker claiming concerns were ignored.
Kebab Shop Fined £2k for Causing Rat Infestation
An East London kebab shop has been fined over £2,000 after its food waste caused a severe rat infestation along a shopping parade, with the company director receiving a criminal record.
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Gran fined £600 for single cardboard box 'fly-tip'
An 83-year-old grandmother in Reading faces a £600 fine and court threat over a single cardboard box allegedly fly-tipped at a recycling drop-off point, causing severe distress to her family.
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