Map reveals best and worst councils for fixing potholes
A new government traffic light system exposes which local councils are failing on pothole repairs. See if your area is red, amber, or green and the £590 average repair cost drivers face.
Category : Local Councils
Woman arrested and fined for feeding pigeons in London
A woman in her 40s was arrested and issued a £100 fixed penalty notice in Harrow for allegedly breaching a PSPO by feeding pigeons. Read the full details of the incident.
Croydon garden destroyed by bin lorry, no compensation
A Veolia bin lorry destroyed a South Norwood community garden in March 2025. Volunteers from People for Portland Road are still waiting for promised compensation and a replacement tree nearly a year later.
London council cyber attack recovery to last until summer
Kensington and Chelsea Council reveals full impact of November cyber attack, with systems not fully restored until summer. Key services for vulnerable residents severely disrupted.
Merton Lib Dem Councillor Resigns Ahead of Local Elections
Jenifer Gould resigns from Merton Council, citing a family move abroad. The departure alters the political balance in Cannon Hill ward ahead of the May 2026 elections.
Wonky West Hampstead pavement finally being fixed
A steep and dangerous slanted pavement in West Hampstead, likened to a ski jump, is finally being repaired after a year-long dispute over responsibility. Read the full story.
West London council approves maximum council tax rise
Hillingdon Council plans a 4.99% council tax rise and 10% fee hike for a second year, as it warns of potential bankruptcy without a government bailout. See the new charges.
Landlord hit with £9K costs for dangerous rental property
A Harrow landlord prosecuted for renting out an unsafe HMO with a gas leak and no alarms. He was fined £5,000 and ordered to pay £4,000 in costs. Read the full story.
Reform UK faces backlash over council tax rises
Reform UK is under fire for proposed council tax increases in authorities it controls, contradicting election pledges to cut bills. Read the full story on the party's local governance challenges.
Hounslow Council Leader defends grooming gangs comments
Hounslow Council Leader Shantanu Rajawat clarifies his comments on alleged grooming gangs, defending his approach after a Freedom of Information request revealed a three-year police investigation. Read the full story.
Kensington community groups offered space under A40
Community groups in a deprived part of Kensington face being moved to units under the Westway as part of a major 2,500-home redevelopment plan. Locals say they are being 'treated with contempt'.
Glasgow Council fined £80k over falling lamppost injury
Glasgow City Council ordered to pay £80,000 in compensation after a man suffered life-changing injuries from a collapsing lamppost. The council admits liability and announces a £7.5m safety investment.
Council pays £500 after ignoring tenant's nuisance neighbour pleas
Enfield Council failed to act on a tenant's reports of screaming, threats and bad smells from a neighbour. The Ombudsman ordered an apology and £500 payment. Sign up for North London news.
How to Help London's Homeless During Freezing Weather
As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and an Arctic blast, London's emergency cold weather shelter protocol is deactivated. Here's how you can help vulnerable rough sleepers survive the freeze.
Japanese hyōshigi clappers cut crime in Oxford suburb
Residents of Littlemore, Oxford, are using historic Japanese wooden clappers, hyōshigi, for neighbourhood patrols to deter criminals after tyre slashings and a stabbing. Councillor David Henwood explains how the method builds community spirit.
Third Southwark Labour councillor joins Greens
Cllr Reginald Popoola quits Labour for the Green Party, becoming the third Southwark councillor to defect since November. Read the full story on the political shift.
Dulwich Hamlet FC's 4000-seat stadium revamp approved
Southwark Council green-lights a major refurbishment of Dulwich Hamlet FC's Champion Hill stadium, creating a modern 4000-seat ground with community facilities and new housing.
Martin Lewis' 3 Council Tax Checks for Refunds & Discounts
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.
Conflict of interest fears over North London café contracts
Concerns raised after firm awarded four café contracts on Hampstead Heath had prior dealings with the remarketing agent. Campaigners question due diligence as petition gains 14,000+ signatures.
100k households warned after council cyber attack
Kensington and Chelsea Council warns residents after a November 2025 cyber attack compromised personal data. Follow official advice to protect against scams.
London homeless shelter protocol halted in -9°C freeze
London councils deactivated severe weather shelter for rough sleepers as a -9°C arctic blast hit. Charities brand the move 'life-threatening' amid snow and ice warnings.
Lambeth Country Show cancelled amid £1.1m cost dispute
Labour-run Lambeth Council cancels the 2026 Lambeth Country Show, citing a £1.1m cost. Lib Dems brand the decision 'shocking', arguing it could run for £400k. Read the full story.
Ealing Council Leader outlines 2026 plans for tax and housing
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.
Ex-bank becomes gambling venue plan sparks Brent outrage
Plans to convert a closed Kilburn Santander into an adult gaming centre face fierce local opposition, amid concerns over Brent's 81 existing gambling premises. Join the debate.
Westminster Council accused of rushing 12 decisions over Christmas
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.
Bromley parking wardens strike over pay dispute
Civil Enforcement Officers in Bromley are striking for four days, halting parking fines. They demand £17 an hour, but APCOA offers £13. The council blames the contractor.
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.
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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