Pub Ordered to Remove England Flag After National Front Comparison
A Wiltshire pub owner faces enforcement action after a complaint that his St George's Cross painting makes the building look like 'National Front headquarters'.
Category : Local Councils
Merton 2026 Local Election: Full Candidate List
Merton Council confirms 282 candidates contesting 57 seats in the May 7 local elections. Labour defends its 12-year majority against challenges from Conservatives, Lib Dems, Greens, and Reform UK.
Lambeth 2026 Local Election Candidates: Full List
Lambeth Council has published the full list of 309 candidates standing in the May 7 local elections across 25 wards. Labour, Conservatives, and Lib Dems each contest all 63 seats.
Kensington and Chelsea 2026 Local Elections: Full Candidate List
Residents across all 18 wards in Kensington and Chelsea will head to polling stations on May 7, 2026, to elect local councillors. This comprehensive guide lists every candidate from major parties and independents.
Bromley Council Election 2026: Complete Candidate List
All 58 council seats in Bromley are contested on May 7, 2026, with Conservatives defending their long-held majority. Full breakdown of candidates by ward including independents and minor parties.
New Forest Residents Protest Government Split Plan
Thousands of New Forest residents are protesting UK government plans to divide the forest's administration between two new authorities, fearing loss of rural identity and heritage.
Hammersmith and Fulham 2026 Election Candidates List
All 50 council seats in Hammersmith and Fulham are up for election on May 7, 2026. Labour has held the West London authority since 2014, with Conservatives as opposition. See the full candidate list by ward.
Sainsbury's Parking Rules Threaten Willesden Businesses
Local businesses in Willesden report significant trade drops after Sainsbury's reduced free parking from 90 minutes to 20 minutes, with a petition of 1,300 signatures demanding reversal.
Ealing 2026 Local Elections: Full Candidate List
Ealing Council has published the complete list of 363 candidates competing for 70 seats across 24 wards in the upcoming May 7 local elections. Labour leads with 70 candidates, followed by Liberal Democrats and Conservatives with 69 each.
Lamborghini Councillor to Stand Despite Code Breaches
Hounslow Labour has reselected Councillor Farhaan Rehman for the local elections despite his code of conduct violations, including parking his Lamborghini in disabled bays without a permit.
Hillingdon 2026 Election: Full Candidate List
Over 250 candidates from 11 political parties are contesting the Hillingdon local elections on May 7, 2026, with the Conservatives defending their long-standing control since 2006.
Bromley Residents Fear Gang's Daylight Catalytic Converter Thefts
Residents in Bromley, South London, report living in fear as a gang steals catalytic converters in broad daylight, targeting cars for years and leaving vehicles written off.
Kent Estate Residents Charged £33,000 for Dead Trees
Residents at Langley Park estate in Kent are outraged after being billed £33,000 for repeatedly dying trees, a cost they argue should be covered by developer Taylor Wimpey under planning obligations.
Sydney Councils: Datacentres Risk Blackouts and Housing Shortages
Sydney councils report datacentre expansions are causing blackouts, blocking housing near transit, and raising health and environmental concerns in NSW inquiry submissions.
Croydon's Overgrown House Causes Neighbour Outcry and Pest Issues
Residents in Croydon are distressed by an abandoned house at 17 Broomhall Road, overgrown with vegetation, attracting spiders, rodents, and sick foxes, while Croydon Council monitors but takes no action.
West London Councillor Breached Code of Conduct in Two Cases
Independent councillor Eva Jedut has been found to have breached Kensington and Chelsea Council's Code of Conduct regarding two complaints, with no GDPR breach identified.
Dalston Market Traders Block Shutters to Resist Eviction
Traders at Ridley Road indoor market in Dalston physically held up shutters to prevent closure after their leases expired, with police called to mediate the tense standoff.
Café Wins License to Serve Alcohol Near London Playground
A family-run café in Wandsworth has secured permission to serve alcohol near a children's playground despite objections from neighbors concerned about noise and nuisance in the residential area.
Clapham Shopkeepers Fear Repeat Teen Chaos After Havoc
Clapham High Street businesses brace for more unrest after hundreds of teenagers caused chaos in riot-like scenes, with police warning parents to take responsibility.
London's One Council Without May Elections: Why It's Unique
While all other London councils face elections on May 7, the City of London Corporation operates on a different cycle due to its historic role as the world's oldest continuous municipal democracy with unique voting rights for businesses.
Woman Hits Neighbor with Crutch After Cutting Down Wisteria
A Tottenham woman allegedly assaulted her neighbor with a crutch after being confronted for destroying a wisteria plant, with the defense claiming the plant caused damp issues in her property.
Balham McDonald's Gets 24/7 Licence Approval
Wandsworth Council has approved a 24/7 operating licence for a McDonald's in Balham, South West London, aiming to create jobs and serve shift workers despite initial antisocial behavior concerns.
Denise Welch Criticises Brent Council for Bin Issues
Denise Welch publicly criticised Brent Council for not collecting her son's bins and an alleged insult from a collector, with the council responding promptly.
Wimbledon MP Among 12 Merton Councillors Stepping Down
All 57 seats on Merton Council will be contested on May 7 as 12 councillors from Labour, Conservatives and Liberal Democrats announce departures, including MP Paul Kohler.
Councillor Breaches Code Over Data Sharing and Conduct
Kensington and Chelsea councillor Eva Jedut has been found to have breached the Code of Conduct after allegations of sharing personal information and disrespectful behavior.
Wandsworth Plans Borough-Wide Warden Patrols Against Crime
Wandsworth Council may expand neighborhood warden patrols to all town centers after a successful pilot in Balham, aiming to reduce antisocial behavior and crime ahead of local elections.
Harrow Council Demolishes Illegal Huts in Edgware
Harrow Council has demolished illegal plywood and cardboard huts in Edgware after discovering dangerous electrical wiring and fire hazards. The council issued an emergency order and recovered costs from the property owner.
Croydon Council Revises Budget Over £10m LTN Refund
Croydon Council must adjust its annual budget due to a £10 million refund bill for unlawful Low Traffic Neighbourhood fines, following a High Court ruling that quashed six schemes.
Hounslow Dad Fined £1,000 for Envelope in Bin, Council Interview
A Hounslow father, Nidas Ratkevicius, received a £1,000 fixed penalty notice for placing an envelope in a bin, which the council deemed fly-tipping. The fine is on hold as evidence remains inconclusive, but he must attend an interview under caution.
New Left-Wing Party Challenges Labour in Ealing
The Ealing Community Independent Party launches with 26 candidates across 11 wards, aiming to break Labour's long-standing control and address local issues like housing and austerity.
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