Coventry Council to debate four-day working week
A Coventry councillor will urge the authority to explore a four-day week for staff to boost morale and save money. The motion will be debated next week.
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20mph speed limit proposed for new housing estates
Rother District Council plans to enforce 20mph limits on all new development roads to boost safety and active travel. Read the full proposal details.
£100 fines for pavement parking now in force
East Renfrewshire Council has begun enforcing a new pavement parking ban. Drivers face £100 fines to improve safety for pedestrians and wheelchair users. Learn the key dates and rules.
Rugby Council may ask to cancel May 2026 elections
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Solihull Council reduces staff by 158 in cost-cutting drive
Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Down Lane, Frant Closure for Water Works from Jan 13
Down Lane in Frant will close to through traffic for up to 18 months for South East Water works from January 13, 2026. Access for residents maintained. Plan alternative routes.
Former Beales store in Lowestoft up for sale
The long-vacant Beales department store in Lowestoft is on the market for £895,000, years after closure and a council flats plan stalled. Read the full story.
East Renfrewshire pavement parking ban starts Monday
Drivers in East Renfrewshire face new £100 fines for pavement, double, and dropped kerb parking from Monday, with a three-month 'soft launch' warning period. Learn the rules.
Martin Lewis reveals how to slash council tax to £0
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
Council Tax Break: Two-Month Holiday for UK Homes in 2026
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Birmingham Council House Wait Times: Holyhead Fastest
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
38 councils to double council tax on second homes
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
400,000 homes in wrong council tax band
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
SSAFA's Christmas Hampers Bring Cheer to Veterans
SSAFA volunteers have delivered 40 Christmas hampers to veterans in South East Wales, a scheme now in its third year. The initiative provides vital festive support to the Armed Forces community.
Mountaineer Raza Anjum's Historic Winter Karakoram Climb
Lawyer Raza Anjum attempts a first British winter ascent of 6,000m Khosar Gang for East Anglia's Children's Hospices. Expedition faces -25°C and fierce winds. Support his mission.
Birmingham's 2026 leaders face strict financial controls
Future Birmingham council leaders elected in 2026 will lack full autonomy, bound by a government-imposed action plan to ensure financial stability. Discover the binding roadmap for recovery.
600-Mile Snow Bomb Threatens 21 English Counties
A 600-mile-wide 'Beast from the East' snowstorm could hammer 21 English counties from New Year's Day, with up to 14cm forecast. Get the latest weather warnings and maps.
Birmingham's new council leaders will have limited freedom
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council after the 2026 elections, restricting new leaders' autonomy with a strict action plan. Discover the roadmap for recovery.
First North East Elevate Fund Deal Backs Newcastle Wellness Studio
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
UK faces 418 miles of snow with -11C Beast from the East
The UK faces a major snow event with up to six inches forecast for five counties. A Beast from the East could bring -11C lows around January 3. Read the full forecast.
372-Mile Snow Bomb to Hit East England in January
A 372-mile snow bomb is forecast to sweep across eastern England around January 3-4, bringing significant snowfall and sub-zero temperatures. Discover which regions will be affected.
Birmingham man caught smuggling alligator heads into UK
A Birmingham father attempted to smuggle 80 alligator heads into the UK for his eBay side hustle. Discover how Border Force stopped him and his suspended sentence.
Purple UK snow maps warn of 250-mile 'wall of snow'
The Met Office issues multiple alerts as a 'Beast from the East' style Arctic blast threatens -6°C freeze and travel chaos. Check warnings and prepare now.
Charity delivers 2,400+ gifts to children in poverty
Lifting Children's Hopes Charity has delivered over 2,400 presents to disadvantaged children across Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands this Christmas, tackling rising child poverty rates.
Pupil dies after medical emergency at Newcastle school
A pupil has tragically died after a major emergency response at St Wilfrid's RC College in Newcastle. The school is closed as the community mourns.
Hospice @Home Christmas Appeal: Your Donation's Impact
East Cheshire Hospice reveals how donations to its Christmas @Home appeal fund vital end-of-life care. From £25 for emotional support to £595 for overnight nursing, see how you can help.
Charity delivers 2,400+ Christmas gifts to children in poverty
Lifting Children's Hopes (LCH Charity) has delivered over 2,400 festive gifts to disadvantaged children and teenagers across the East Midlands this Christmas, combating child poverty.
UK White Christmas Forecast After 15-Year Snow Drought
The Met Office forecasts potential snow showers in the east next week, raising hopes for the UK's first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Read the latest weather warnings and expert analysis.
Hospice workers trek Great Wall of China for charity
Two East Cheshire Hospice employees, Laura Lamptey and Charlotte Bains, are training to trek the Great Wall of China in November 2026 to raise vital funds. Discover their inspiring reasons and how to support them.
Five Days of Heavy Snow Forecast for UK from Dec 27
Weather maps predict a five-day snow event hitting the UK from December 27, with temperatures plunging to -6C. East Anglia, the Midlands and the North East are at risk.
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