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Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped

Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.

UK man arrested in Ukraine for alleged Russia spying

Ross David Cutmore, a British national, has been detained in Ukraine accused of passing sensitive military intelligence to Russia's FSB. He faces up to 12 years in prison. Read the full details.

Russian Attack Cuts Power to 600,000 in Kyiv

A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv's energy infrastructure has left over 600,000 without power. Three killed, dozens injured. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

Massive Russian Attack Targets Kyiv with Drones

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, with Ukrainian air defences intercepting most threats. The assault caused significant damage and injuries. Read the latest developments.

British ex-soldier arrested in Kyiv for spying

A former British soldier has been detained in Ukraine's capital and accused of gathering intelligence for Russian security services, raising serious concerns about security breaches.

Reform UK councillors reject Union flag display

Nottinghamshire councillors from Reform UK face backlash after voting against displaying the Union flag on council buildings, raising questions about the party's stance on British symbols and national identity.

Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural

A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.

Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods

Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.

Angela Rayner's £30k council 'golden goodbye' payout

Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is poised to receive a substantial £30,000 payout after formally resigning from her council position, raising questions about political transparency and taxpayer-funded severance.

Council data breach exposes victim to rapist

A vulnerable victim was forced to flee her home after council officials accidentally revealed her new address to the violent sex attacker who tormented her, in a catastrophic data protection failure.

Manchester councillors demand Union Jack removal

Labour councillors in Manchester have sparked a political storm by demanding the removal of Union Jack flags from council buildings, arguing they represent 'colonial history' rather than modern British values.

Homeless veteran refused council house in Westminster

Exclusive: A former British Army soldier who served his country faces another night on the streets after Westminster Council refused his housing application, sparking outrage among veterans' charities.

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