Reform UK Councils Plan 5% Council Tax Hikes
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.
Category : Local Councils
Starmer urged to scrap 'aim to permit' gambling shop rule
Nearly 300 politicians and campaigners call on PM Keir Starmer to abolish the 'aim to permit' rule, arguing it leaves councils powerless to stop new betting shops and 'slot sheds' on UK high streets.
Full list of UK school closures after heavy snow
Dozens of schools across Scotland and Wales are closed on Monday 5th January 2026 due to heavy snow and ice. Check the full list and latest Met Office warnings here.
Newham Council Tax Rise Reduced After Fair Funding Review
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.
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Council worker busted for secretly juggling 2 full-time jobs
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.
Green's Croydon Mayor candidate calls role 'nonsense'
Green Party's Peter Underwood is running for Croydon Mayor despite criticising the role. He pledges to decentralise power and end decades of two-party dominance. Read his full platform.
Ealing Council leader defends children's centre closures
Ealing Council leader insists closing 10 children's centres is not at odds with Labour government policy, as campaigners launch a judicial review. Read the full story.
Sutton McDonald's 5am Opening Plan Faces Objections
McDonald's seeks to extend Sutton High Street hours to 5am daily. Councillors to decide amid noise and child safeguarding concerns. Read the latest.
18-year fight with Hackney Council over burglary claim
Anthony Burton has spent 18 years seeking compensation from Hackney Council after a burglary where CCTV he paid for was broken. He vows not to give up. Read the full story.
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Coastal erosion threatens Norfolk graves, families in anguish
Families in Norfolk face heartbreak as coastal erosion endangers churchyard graves. Council delays cause distress. Read about the fight to protect final resting places.
Tributes paid to 'legendary' Bromley councillor Keith Onslow
Bromley Council mourns the death of Conservative councillor Keith Onslow, who served Petts Wood and Knoll for 11 years and chaired the Pension Committee. Read the tributes.
Council stands firm on nurse's £1k fine despite petition
Over 1,200 people have signed a petition urging Hounslow Council to cancel a £1,000 fine issued to an NHS nurse for placing a cardboard envelope by full bins. The council has refused. Read the full story and find out how to take action.
Equal pay for female council workers tops £1bn
Settlements for female council staff in roles like cleaners and carers have exceeded £1.1bn, with thousands more claims expected. The GMB union warns councils to negotiate or face huge bills.
Merton's 2026: New Homes, Tennis Fight & Regeneration
Merton Council pushes ahead with 400 affordable homes, major estate regenerations, and the controversial Wimbledon tennis expansion as 2026 local elections loom. Discover the key projects shaping South London.
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Council offers free parking to keep Zipcar in London
Southwark Council offers Zipcar free parking permits until 2027 in a bid to stop the car-sharing service leaving London. The move aims to protect a vital service for residents and the climate.
Wandsworth Council refuses new tax-raising powers
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.
Heathrow taxi driver fined £658 for illegal parking
A Heathrow taxi driver has been ordered to pay £658 for parking in a residential street near the airport, as Hillingdon Council cracks down on anti-social behaviour. Read the full story.
Croydon's £600k streetscape upgrades for four areas
Coulsdon, Addiscombe, Norbury and South Croydon to share £600k UKSPF funding for signage, greening and safety works from January 2026. Residents shape the plans.
Green Candidate Pledges Lewisham Housing and Road Safety Fight
Liam Shrivastava, the Green mayoral candidate for Lewisham, pledges to stand up to developers over affordable housing and improve road safety. The former Labour councillor aims for change in the 2026 election.
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Four-day week could signal failing council, Reed warns
Local Government Secretary Steve Reed warns English councils that adopting a four-day week may be seen as a sign of failure. Read the full story on the government's stance.
Somerset traders oppose new parking charges on Hill Road
Independent businesses in Clevedon's Hill Road warn new parking fees proposed by North Somerset Council could drive customers away, threatening the town's vibrant retail scene. Read why they're fighting back.
Reform's Local Council Chaos: A National Preview?
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government triumphs have been marred by infighting and scandal. We examine what this reveals about the party's potential future in national power.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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