Two New Bins for UK Households Before 2026 Rule Change
From 31 March 2026, UK households will receive two new bins as part of a major recycling shake-up. Find out what the Simpler Recycling rules mean for you.
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Met Office warns of 33-inch snow and 12-hour power cuts
The Met Office warns of a major 'snow bomb' and 12-hour power cuts across 18 areas. Plus, a new GP rule, a Birmingham supermarket fined, and a council road rage row.
Dudley councillors clash over potholes and grit bins
Labour and Conservative councillors in Dudley clash over the borough's road maintenance and empty grit bins. Read the full story on the political fallout and the council's response.
Dudley Council reverses grit bin policy after outcry
Dudley Council has reversed its controversial once-a-year grit bin refill policy following public anger during Storm Goretti. Bins will now be refilled as needed. Read the latest.
Birmingham garden waste service still suspended
Birmingham City Council confirms garden waste collections cannot restart due to ongoing strike disruption. Residents urged to compost or use recycling centres.
Midland Councils Ask to Delay May Local Elections
Redditch and Rugby are among 16 authorities requesting to postpone May's local elections due to a major government reorganisation. Critics claim Labour is 'running scared'.
Dudley finance boss blasts MPs over 'gaslighting' budget row
Dudley Council's finance chief launches a blistering attack on Labour MPs, dismissing claims of a £76m funding boost as 'financial gaslighting'. Read the full budget clash details.
Birmingham bins strike costs council £19m in second year
Birmingham's ongoing bin strike could cost the crisis-hit council at least £19 million by March, disrupting services and delaying crucial waste reforms. Read the full financial breakdown.
Council Tax Reduced to £0 for 14 DWP Benefit Claimants
Households in the UK could see their council tax bills reduced to zero if a resident has a severe mental impairment and receives certain DWP benefits. Find out if you qualify.
New bin rules: 31 items banned from March 2026
Households in England will receive four new bins from March 2026 under Simpler Recycling rules. Discover the 31 banned items and how the new system will affect you.
Unite slams Birmingham Council over bins strike comments
Unite the union has launched a furious attack on Birmingham City Council, accusing its top officer of 'misleading' statements about the year-long bins strike negotiations. The dispute remains deadlocked.
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.
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.
Dudley's new food waste bins arrive for 80,000 homes
Dudley Council begins delivering 80,000 food waste caddies as new national rules start in April. Learn about the new collection schedule and the private sector debate.
Birmingham Council's 2025: Strikes, Resignations & Hope
From a bitter bins strike to Labour resignations, Birmingham City Council faced a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key moments and the reasons for optimism as the city looks ahead to crucial local elections and major regeneration projects.
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.
Pressure mounts on Dudley Council to restore grit bins
Dudley Council faces calls to reverse its decision to remove 500 grit bins after a big freeze sparks public outcry over dangerous roads and pavements. Labour demands action.
Birmingham bins strike: Council boss on 'difficult' hurdles
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a grim one-year milestone. Council's top officer Joanne Roney speaks out on the 'incredibly difficult' negotiations with Unite, stalled by equal pay and financial constraints. What's next?
Birmingham bins strike hits grim one-year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a full year, with Conservatives accusing Labour of dragging the city's name 'into the gutter'. Calls grow for urgent talks to end the dispute.
Birmingham bins strike drags on for a full year
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a bleak one-year milestone with no end in sight. A striking worker shares his embarrassment as rubbish piles up and talks remain stalled.
Birmingham bins strike marks one year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches its one-year anniversary, with Conservatives accusing Labour of damaging the city's global image. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
Birmingham recycling collections face five-month wait
Birmingham's bins strike reaches a grim one-year milestone, with recycling collections suspended until at least June 2026. Residents face continued disruption.
Birmingham recycling collections delayed until June
Birmingham residents face months more wait for recycling as the bins strike hits its one-year milestone. Council confirms service transformation set for June 2026.
Dudley's bin collection catch-up continues in big freeze
Dudley Council urges residents to leave bins out as crews tackle missed collections during the Arctic blast. Council leader pledges review of grit bin removals. Read the latest.
Dudley's missing grit bins spark safety anger in freeze
Dudley Council faces backlash over removal of 500 grit bins during cold snap. Leader pledges review as residents report dangerous icy roads. Read the latest.
Birmingham bins strike talks 'not viable', report finds
Government commissioners say resuming negotiations to end Birmingham's year-long bins strike is not viable, praising the council's 'fortitude'. Read the latest on the dispute.
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.
Antifreeze warning for dog owners as UK temperatures drop
Experts issue urgent warning to UK motorists: antifreeze and road grit can be lethal to dogs. Learn how to protect your pet's paws and prevent poisoning as cold weather hits.
Birmingham Council's Four Major Risks Amid Recovery
Government commissioners warn of four critical risks, including the bins strike and equal pay liability, facing Birmingham City Council despite 'positive' steps. Read the latest on the authority's fragile financial future.
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