Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
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California sauna retreat sparks community outrage
Exclusive: Upscale sauna and cold plunge facility faces community backlash in coastal California town as residents claim it clashes with local character and raises safety concerns.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
UK economy shows zero growth in April, ONS figures reveal
New ONS figures reveal the UK economy showed no growth in April, complicating Rachel Reeves' economic strategy just days after taking office as Chancellor.
UK economy flatlines with zero GDP growth in April
Britain's economic recovery hit a roadblock in April with zero growth, raising concerns about the strength of the UK's post-pandemic rebound amid ongoing cost of living pressures.
UK economy grows 0.4% in August, Reeves welcomes recovery signs
Britain's economy expanded by 0.4% in August, marking a significant turnaround after months of stagnation. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces cautious optimism amid ongoing economic challenges.
Edinburgh Crowned UK's Top Tech Hub Outside London
Scotland's capital surges ahead of Cambridge and Manchester as leading technology centre, with record venture capital investment and booming startup scene transforming the city's economic landscape.
Reeves courts LVMH for UK luxury investment boost
Labour's first female Chancellor launches charm offensive targeting French luxury giant LVMH, signalling new pro-business approach to economic growth.
Baltimore Council's 24-hour restaurant ban sparks fury
Local councillors in Maryland spark fury as they attempt to block 24-hour dining establishments, threatening Denny's expansion plans in Honeygo area.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Radical Budget Overhaul
Shadow Chancellor announces sweeping economic reforms including tax system modernisation and business investment drive in landmark speech positioning Labour as party of fiscal responsibility.
UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.
UK Economy Grows 0.2% in January Amid Sector Divergence
New ONS data reveals Britain's economy grew by 0.2% in January, driven by strong performance in services while manufacturing continues to struggle amid ongoing economic challenges.
UK wage growth outpaces inflation after two-year squeeze
Official figures show regular pay rose 6.2% annually while inflation slowed to 4.6%, bringing relief to British workers after prolonged cost-of-living pressures.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Boston supermarket fury: Council accused of 'communist' tactics
Lincolnshire residents erupt in anger as council officials push through controversial supermarket development, with locals comparing the heavy-handed approach to Soviet-era planning methods.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Badenoch's Brexit Ultimatum: End EU Alignment Now
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers fiery speech demanding UK break from EU shackles, vowing to slash red tape and champion British business in post-Brexit revolution.
The Entertainer to open 160 new UK stores, creating 2000 jobs
Britain's favourite toy retailer The Entertainer reveals ambitious growth plans to open 160 new stores across the UK, creating thousands of retail jobs and bringing toy shopping to more communities.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
Colchester research exposes UK business advice failures
Groundbreaking study reveals nearly half of UK businesses receive inadequate professional guidance, with devastating financial consequences for SMEs nationwide.
Council uses anti-gang laws on small business planning breaches
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Bartlett's £45k Dragons' Den Bet Becomes £140m Empire
Discover how Steven Bartlett's Dragons' Den investment in TRIP exploded into a £140 million global wellness phenomenon, revolutionising the CBD market.
Badenoch pushes major tax cuts to boost UK economy
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch makes the case for significant tax reductions to stimulate UK economic growth, challenging Treasury orthodoxy ahead of the next election.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Texas CEO's viral post on California business exodus
A Texas CEO's social media post praising his company's move from California to the Midwest has ignited discussion about business regulations, taxes, and the future of American enterprise.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
UK's Top 25 Business Hotspots Where Enterprise Thrives
Exclusive research reveals the UK's top entrepreneurial regions, with Westminster leading the charge while northern cities show impressive growth in business creation.
UK Service Sector Growth Hits 7-Month Low
Britain's service sector growth hits weakest pace since January amid falling new orders and rising costs, sparking recession concerns.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Café owner faces ruin after 50 burglaries
A small business owner in one of London's wealthiest areas battles financial ruin as relentless criminals target his café in a shocking crime spree that's left him devastated.
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