Category : Local Councils


Ridley Road Market Traders Threatened with Eviction

Over a dozen vendors at Ridley Road Market's indoor section have received eviction notices, citing a Met crackdown on antisocial behaviour, which the police dispute. This marks the second major threat to the historic market in a decade.

West London Council Approves Budget with Tax Increases

Hammersmith and Fulham Council has passed a balanced budget for 2026/27 featuring a 4.99% council tax increase, despite significant government funding cuts and opposition attacks on fee hikes and housing conditions.

Havering Council Seeks Third Bailout as Financial Woes Worsen

Havering Council is set to request a £77 million government bailout, its third in three years, bringing total borrowing to £237 million since 2024. Council tax will rise annually as the borough faces severe budget deficits and rising social care costs.

Greenwich Play Centre Plans Face Scrutiny Over Safety

Greenwich Council's decision to convert two adventure play centres to unsupervised operation faces formal scrutiny after criticism from campaigners and opposition councillors who cite safety risks for children.

Croydon Council Axes Bridge Lighting Project

Croydon Council has withdrawn support for a lighting project at Portland Road bridge, leaving residents shocked. The scheme aimed to improve safety and aesthetics in South Norwood.

Southwark Council Tax to Rise 4.99% from April 2026

Southwark residents face a 4.99% council tax increase from April 2026, with Band D households paying nearly £2,000 annually. The Labour-run council cites social care pressures and government grant reductions as key factors driving the hike.

Councils Push for Means Testing in SEND Transport

Local authorities across England are urging the government to implement means testing for school transport for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to address funding pressures and ensure equitable resource allocation.

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