Croydon Council Tax Rise Capped at 5%
Croydon's Mayor commits to a maximum 5% council tax increase despite new government rules allowing higher rises for struggling councils. Get the latest on local finances.
Category : Local Councils
Councillor parks £200k Lamborghini in disabled bay
Hounslow Labour councillor Farhaan Rehman apologises after parking his Lamborghini in a disabled bay twice. He resigns as committee chair and donates £160 to charity.
Reform UK's £331m Council Savings Claim Questioned
Experts challenge Reform UK's claimed £331m council savings as EV cuts and IT deals face scrutiny. Are the numbers real or political rhetoric?
Councillor parks £208k Lamborghini in disabled bay
Hounslow councillor Farhaan Rehman under investigation after his £208,000 Lamborghini was photographed in disabled parking without a blue badge. Read the full story.
Lib Dem's Radical Vision for Croydon's Future
Lib Dem mayoral candidate Richard Howard outlines his plan for radical change in Croydon, targeting housing, finances and culture. Discover his vision for the borough's transformation.
Hillingdon Finance Chief Forced Out in Council Shake-Up
Exclusive: Hillingdon Council's finance chief was asked to stand down as financial crisis deepens. Labour claims 'chaos' as council seeks third government bailout.
Councillor's Lamborghini parked in disabled bay
Hounslow Labour investigates Councillor Farhaan Rehman after his Lamborghini was pictured in disabled parking without a blue badge. Read the latest on the potential double standards.
London schools repay £653k after postcode error
London nurseries and schools must repay over £650,000 after a data entry mistake with postcodes led to significant funding overpayments. Councils are now recovering funds.
Greenwich Play Centres Face Closure in Council Savings Plan
Greenwich Council reveals plans to transform youth play provision, potentially closing two adventure play centres to address a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say in the consultation running until December 14.
Council funding shake-up boosts North and Midlands
Deprived towns in northern England and the Midlands secure major funding increases in a landmark local authority reform, redirecting cash from affluent areas to post-industrial communities.
Brent Council uses AI to plug £10m budget hole
Facing a £10m deficit, Brent Council proposes AI service redesign and selling empty buildings. Council tax to rise 4.99%. Have your say on the draft budget by January 30.
Council Tax Reform: Who Faces Biggest Bills?
Exclusive analysis reveals how proposed council tax reforms could add thousands to annual bills for homeowners in England. Discover which regions face the hardest hits.
Reform UK Councillor Suspended Over WhatsApp Posts
Lancashire councillor Tom Pickup suspended after participating in WhatsApp group featuring extremist content including alleged calls for 'mass Islam genocide'.
Earl's Court kebab shop applies for 5am licence
Star Kebab House in Earl's Court wants to extend hours until 5am, facing resident opposition over anti-social behaviour fears. Council decision expected November 27.
Second Tory Councillor Defects to Reform UK
Westminster City Councillor Alan Mendoza defects to Reform UK, citing 'abject crisis'. He will advise Nigel Farage on foreign policy. Read the latest political shift.
21,000-home Enfield Green Belt plan faces local fury
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
Two more teen deaths in Barnet Council care prompt questions
Urgent questions raised over Barnet Council's child care failings after two more teenagers die. As a third death in 13 months is confirmed, discover if lessons were delayed.
Farage rules out council tax freeze amid budget shortfalls
Nigel Farage admits Reform-run councils face massive financial problems, ruling out a council tax freeze. Most councils plan tax hikes to cover budget gaps.
Suspected Dagenham Brothel Closed by Council
A suspected brothel in Dagenham has been shut down for three months after repeated criminal damage, including black oil and paint attacks. Council and Police take action.
Camden's Euston plan: 2500 homes and £41bn boost
Camden Council unveils a 'once-in-century' plan to transform Euston with 2,500 new homes, 34,000 jobs, and a £41 billion economic boost by 2053. Discover the vision.
Croydon Council sues government over £10.8m funding
Croydon Council launches legal challenge against government's decision to withhold £10.8m in funding, potentially affecting local services. Read the full story.
Council repaints road markings for closed school
A Reform-run council apologises after spending £350 to repaint 'School Keep Clear' markings outside a school closed since 2016. Read the full story on this financial misstep.
Fulham shop licence revoked over underage sales
A West London shop has been shut down after repeatedly selling alcohol to underage girls, including one who ended up in intensive care. Read the full investigation details.
4th Hounslow Labour councillor defects to Tories
West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
Council tax reform: Most to pay less, wealthiest more
A new proposal could cut council tax for 80% of UK households, saving around £45 a year, while doubling bills for the most expensive properties. Discover the fairer system.
Howel Jones: Lib Dem Leader and Methodist Dies at 96
Tribute to Howel Jones, who served 17 years as Liberal Democrat leader while maintaining Methodist faith and Liverpool FC devotion. Read his remarkable life story.
Nurse fined £1,000 for envelope by bin
A mental health nurse in West London faces a £1,000 fine for leaving an envelope next to an overflowing bin. She vows to fight the 'fly-tipping' charge in court. Read her story.
South London council bans unsafe rental properties
Wandsworth Council is using stricter licensing powers to tackle rogue landlords renting dangerous properties. Over 40 formal notices already issued to protect tenants from fire risks and undersized rooms.
Reform UK's rapid rise and chaotic fall in Cornwall
Reform UK's political dominance in Cornwall unravels as resignations and infighting leave party in disarray. Discover how internal conflicts and national interference led to their dramatic downfall.
Council left 1100 emails unread for four years
Haringey Council failed to read over 1,100 emails, including 500 police reports, between 2019 and 2023. A new management team promises reforms. Discover the full story.
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