Bexley Council's Erith flats plan has no affordable homes
Bexley Council plans to demolish a 1930s Post Office for 33 flats, with no affordable housing due to a £113,000 projected loss. The decision faces local criticism.
Category : Local Councils
Council tax exemption for terminally ill expands
Marie Curie's campaign secures council tax relief for terminally ill residents in 16 English councils, easing financial pressure on thousands of families.
Silchester Estate refurbishment 'a joke' for residents
Residents on a West London estate describe how a £40m refurbishment has turned their homes into a permanent construction site, with broken lifts and no heating for months.
Wisbech's 'Crap' Christmas Tree Sparks Fury
Wisbech Town Council removes a 'half dead' Christmas tree after public outrage. A new 28ft 'healthy specimen' has been installed. Discover the festive drama.
Council worker's £3k supermarket spending spree
A Kensington and Chelsea Council employee spent over £3,000 in Sainsbury's, Tesco and Waitrose using council funds. Discover how the fraud was uncovered and what actions the council is taking.
Reform UK suspends Kent councillor in latest party crisis
Kent County Council member Isabella Kemp becomes the latest Reform UK representative suspended amid internal party turmoil and mounting controversies.
Lambeth Council axes 'lifeline' welfare support service
Lambeth Council faces backlash after confirming the closure of its key welfare support service, leaving vulnerable residents without critical assistance for benefits, housing and debt issues.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
Croydon's £32M funding gap vs Lambeth sparks outrage
New analysis reveals staggering funding inequality between Croydon and Lambeth, with South London boroughs facing a postcode lottery in government support that threatens local services.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
Council's 'ironic' flag removal for Christmas lights
A Reform UK-led council faces criticism after ordering flags celebrating their election victory to be taken down to make way for Christmas lights, in a move locals call hypocritical.
London borough named capital's worst eyesore hotspot
A recent survey has crowned one London borough as the capital's worst eyesore hotspot, with residents pointing fingers at neglected buildings and poor urban planning that's marring the local landscape.
Neighbour from hell: Parties, pals and poo plague London home
A London resident's dream home has become a nightmare as noisy parties, constant visitors and shocking hygiene issues from neighbouring property create unbearable living conditions.
Council served expired salami to vulnerable residents
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
Reform UK Councillor Defects to Conservatives
A senior Reform UK councillor has dramatically crossed the floor to join the Conservatives, citing growing discomfort with his former party's direction and leadership.
South London council in child exploitation report
A south London local authority finds itself under the spotlight after being identified in a major government report examining child exploitation risks across the country, raising serious questions about safeguarding practices.
Labour councillor defects to Greens in North London
In a stunning political move, Highbury West councillor Praful Nargund has abandoned Labour to join the Green Party, citing fundamental disagreements with Keir Starmer's leadership and controversial ULEZ expansion.
London council staff overpaid £480k in payroll scandal
Westminster City Council faces scrutiny after internal audit reveals nearly half a million pounds in staff overpayments, with taxpayers footing the bill for administrative errors.
Council: No Fine for Raye Over Housing Breach
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
West London Labour Councillor Suspended in Political Storm
A Labour councillor in Hounslow has been suspended from the party following serious allegations, sending shockwaves through the local political landscape and leaving constituents demanding answers.
Bexley Council's £22.5m budget gap warning
Exclusive: Bexley Council faces £22.5 million budget gap amid soaring costs and service demands, with council tax hikes likely for residents.
Lambeth Council among UK's best for housing delivery
Lambeth Council has been ranked among the top local authorities in England for successfully delivering thousands of new homes while maintaining high development standards.
London's 'eyesore' borough gets £26.9m upgrade
A neglected London borough branded an 'eyesore' is set to receive a massive £26.9 million upgrade that will transform public spaces and community facilities across the area.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Financial Crisis Deepens
Birmingham City Council faces unprecedented financial crisis as spending cuts fail to prevent effective bankruptcy. Expert analysis reveals the grim reality for residents and services.
Hounslow Council weighs housing policy shake-up
Hounslow Council is exploring controversial changes to permitted development rights that could allow commercial buildings to be converted into homes without full planning permission, sparking debate about housing solutions versus community safeguards.
London council defends 'No Mow May' amid complaints
A South London council stands by its controversial decision to let grass grow wild during May, sparking debate between environmental benefits and resident concerns about neighbourhood appearance.
Council four-day weeks face government crackdown
Local authorities across England are mobilising against four-day working weeks as South Cambridgeshire's pioneering trial faces government intervention and mounting political pressure.
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