Council 'Paralysed' After Mass Resignations
Shirebrook Town Council left unable to function after 11 councillors quit. Bolsover District Council appoints temporary members to restore operations. Read the full story.
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Tax receipts jump £41.8bn after Reeves' Budget
HMRC data reveals a £41.8bn rise in tax receipts to £579bn, driven by threshold freezes. Read the full analysis of the Chancellor's fiscal impact.
Warwickshire leader claims big investors coming amid parking row
Warwickshire Council leader George Finch insists 'big investors' are being secured to revive town centres, amid a heated debate over rising on-street parking charges. Read the full story.
4,000 Back Call for New Motorhome Driving Licence Rule
A growing petition urges the UK government to align with EU proposals, letting standard car licence holders drive motorhomes up to 4,250kg. Over 4,000 signatures already lodged.
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Councillors reject 99MW battery site over explosion fears
Plans for a major 99MW battery energy storage system in Staffordshire have been unanimously refused by councillors following nearly 150 objections over fire risks and Green Belt impact. Read the full story.
UK faces two -3C snow bombs this Christmas
The UK is set for two major snow events, with the first hitting on December 27. Maps show London and eastern England at risk. Get the latest forecast details here.
US DoJ Releases Thousands of Epstein Documents
The US Department of Justice has released a trove of long-awaited files on Jeffrey Epstein. The move follows a new transparency law, but Democrats accuse the Trump administration of failing to comply fully. Read the latest.
Motsi Mabuse: Strictly judge's family and career facts
Discover all about Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse, from her age and South African roots to her famous sister Oti, husband Evgenij, and life in Germany.
Anton Du Beke: Strictly judge's age, wife and career
Discover everything about Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke, from his age and real name to his family life with wife Hannah Summers and his impressive ballroom career.
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Birmingham City Council approves Alpha Tower sale
Birmingham City Council approves the sale of the iconic Alpha Tower to aid its financial recovery. Read the full story and reactions from local councillors.
Russia's UK 'Strike List' Map Targets 23 Towns
A high-ranking Russian official has shared a map of 23 UK industrial and military sites, including Derby and Telford, deemed potential targets. Explore the full list and the geopolitical tensions behind the threat.
Foreign Office targeted in major China cyber attack
Sensitive UK diplomatic data feared stolen in a major state-sponsored cyber attack linked to China. The government is reviewing defences amid rising tensions.
Calls to scrap state pension triple lock perk
Experts urge DWP to replace the triple lock with a 'double lock', removing the minimum 2.5% rise. Analysis reveals the long-term cost to taxpayers and impact on pensioners.
Labour's New Car Marking Law for UK Auto Jobs
Labour confirms new law requiring all vehicles sold in Great Britain to carry both GB and EU type approval markings from February 2026, aiming to protect thousands of automotive jobs. Read the full details.
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Senedd Backs £116m Business Rates Relief Scheme
The Senedd has unanimously approved a £116m transitional relief scheme to phase in tax increases for 25,000 Welsh businesses after the 2026 revaluation. Learn how this support will work.
Royal Mail warns 119 UK postcodes of Christmas delays
Royal Mail issues apology as staffing issues threaten festive deliveries in 119 areas. See the full list of affected postcodes and what the postal service says.
DWP worker jailed for £50k Universal Credit fraud
A DWP executive officer exploited Covid rules to approve £50,000 in fake Universal Credit claims. Rafiq Master has been sentenced to 32 months in prison. Read the full story.
UK government borrowing tops £11.7bn in November
UK public sector borrowing reached £11.7bn last month, surpassing economist forecasts despite a surge in tax revenues. Discover the fiscal challenges facing the Chancellor.
Dudley Council's £75.9m funding sparks political debate
Dudley Council is set for a £75.9m three-year finance settlement from the Labour government. While Labour MPs hail a 'turning point', the borough's Conservative leader urges caution, saying 'the devil is in the detail'. Read the full story.
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Last-minute report delays 50-storey Manchester tower
A 1,000-page last-minute report has delayed a decision on a 750-flat Manchester skyscraper for a second time. Meanwhile, a controversial Chorlton redevelopment gets the green light.
Council fixers may stay in Birmingham until 2028
The government's lead commissioner warns a 'that'll do' attitude must be broken for Birmingham City Council to recover. Key financial deadlines are set for early 2025.
Birmingham Church Car Park Plan Gets Green Light
St Michael's Church in Boldmere wins planning permission for a new car park. The scheme, which involves sensitively relocating gravestones, aims to tackle severe local parking problems. Read the full details.
Council adds security after protest over racist posts
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
Dudley Council leader denies cover-up over failed land deal
Dudley Council's leader insists he has 'nothing to hide' as a report into a collapsed £1.65m land sale is delayed for nearly a year. Read the latest on the audit committee's concerns.
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Birmingham bin strike row over £600 agency bonus
A fresh dispute has erupted in Birmingham after agency bin workers were offered a £600 cash incentive to work over New Year, angering striking council staff. Read the full story.
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Birmingham rejects student tower over heritage harm
Birmingham councillors have refused plans for a 263-bed student block near New Street station, citing 'less than substantial' harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall.
Labour Councillor Slams Government Planning Changes
A Birmingham Labour councillor has publicly criticised his own government's proposed planning reforms, calling them a 'disaster about to happen' that will trash vital protections.
Pornhub traffic drops 77% after UK age checks
Minister Jess Phillips gives a sarcastic response as Pornhub sees a huge drop in UK visitors following the Online Safety Act's age verification rules. Read the latest.
Birmingham rejects student tower over heritage impact
Birmingham's planning committee has refused a 263-bed student accommodation tower, fearing harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall. Read the full debate.
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Government orders urgent plan to end Birmingham bin strike
Government commissioners overseeing Birmingham City Council have demanded an urgent action plan to resolve the long-running bin strike, warning the council cannot 'just sit and hope'.
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