Epping Forest asylum hotel plans scrapped after backlash
Home Office plans to house asylum seekers in a £4.5m Epping Forest hotel have been scrapped after a massive local backlash and council intervention. Get the full story on the U-turn.
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Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Tice accuses Labour of 'hypocrisy' in campaign leaflet row
Reform UK leader Richard Tice accuses Labour's Bridget Phillipson of 'hypocrisy' over campaign literature in Epping Forest, igniting a row over political authenticity and dirty tricks.
Judge Rules Epping Migrant Hotel to Remain Open
A High Court judge has dismissed a council's bid to shut down the controversial Epping migrant hotel, ruling in favour of the Home Office. The decision comes amid fierce local opposition and reports questioning the conduct and political affiliations of th
High Court Blocks Epping Migrant Hotel in Landmark Ruling
A landmark High Court ruling has halted the Home Office's plan to house asylum seekers in a Essex hotel, siding with local council and residents. The decision sets a crucial precedent and sparks a fierce political debate over the future of the UK's migran
Starmer faces fury over migrant hotel in his constituency
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under fire after 200 asylum seekers were moved into a four-star hotel in his constituency, sparking fury from local Conservative MPs and residents over the lack of consultation and strain on local services.
Starmer Condemns 'Disgraceful' Epping Asylum Hotel Plan
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer slams the government's 'shambolic' plan to house asylum seekers in an Epping Forest hotel, branding it a failure of the broken asylum system.
Starmer: Labour will end migrant hotel use
Sir Keir Starmer commits a future Labour government to swiftly end the controversial use of hotels for asylum seekers, targeting key constituencies like Epping Forest to win back voter trust.
Epping Forest: Police Clash with Anti-Government Protesters
Essex Police confronted demonstrators in Epping Forest during a tense anti-government protest. Authorities made multiple arrests as tensions escalated over new legislation.
Tory Councillor Loses Sex Assault Appeal Bid
Former Conservative councillor Gary Wall remains on the sex offenders register after the Court of Appeal upholds his conviction for sexually assaulting a woman at a party in Essex.
High Court Overturns Injunction on Epping Asylum Seeker Hotel
In a significant legal ruling, the High Court has overturned an injunction obtained by Epping Forest District Council, clearing the way for a former hotel to house asylum seekers. The decision marks a major development in the ongoing national debate over
Court Overturns Ban on Epping Asylum Seeker Hotel
In a significant legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed Epping Forest District Council's ban on using the Bell Hotel to house asylum seekers. The ruling, citing flawed decision-making, is a major victory for the Home Office and sets a crucial pre
Home Office U-turn: Epping Migrant Hotel Plan Axed
Exclusive: The Home Office has been forced into a dramatic U-turn, abruptly cancelling plans to house asylum seekers at a luxury Essex hotel following a massive local backlash and legal threats. Get the latest developments.
Court blocks asylum seeker eviction from Essex hotel
A landmark High Court ruling has halted the Home Office's plan to evict asylum seekers from a controversial Essex hotel, sparking debate over local authority powers and migrant accommodation.
Kent Man Jailed for Indecent Assault on Teenager
A man from Kent has been sentenced to prison for an indecent assault on a 16-year-old girl in Broadstairs. Read the full details of the case and the police response.
Landmark Appeal Overturns 50-Year Murder Conviction
In a stunning legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed the murder conviction of a man imprisoned for nearly five decades for the 1975 Epping Forest killing, citing 'new and compelling evidence' that has rocked the British justice system.
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Migrant denies schoolgirl assault: 'Not a wild animal'
An asylum seeker residing at a controversial Epping hotel has appeared in court, vehemently denying allegations of sexually assaulting a schoolgirl and declaring 'I am not a wild animal' during a dramatic police arrest.
Man jailed for Epping Tesco car park kidnap attempt
A man has been jailed for 21 months after attempting to kidnap a 17-year-old girl from a Tesco car park in Epping, Essex, in a shocking daytime attack.
High Court Rejects Epping Forest Killer's Sentence Appeal
The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge from a convicted murderer who killed a man in Epping Forest. Read the full details of the case and the judges' ruling.
Bristol & Epping Forest Revolt Against Asylum Hotels
Exclusive: Local communities in Bristol and Essex are mounting fierce opposition to the Home Office's controversial plans to house asylum seekers in hotels, citing a lack of consultation and strain on local resources.
Nuno warns Forest to expect fierce Palace reaction
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo issues a stark warning to his squad, anticipating a fierce reaction from a wounded Crystal Palace following their 4-1 demolition by Brighton. Get the full pre-match insight.
Epping Forest Fury Over Secret Asylum Hotel Plans
Exclusive: Home Office faces fierce backlash from residents and MPs over secretive plans to house asylum seekers in a hotel in the Conservative stronghold of Epping Forest, igniting a major political row.
Nuno's Forest Future in Doubt After Marinakis Summit
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo faces an uncertain future after a critical meeting with owner Evangelos Marinakis, following the club's disappointing end to the Premier League season.
Court blocks asylum seeker hotel plan in Epping
A landmark High Court ruling has blocked the Home Office from using a four-star Epping hotel to house asylum seekers, siding with local council concerns over community impact and planning laws.
Portsmouth Clashes: Migrant Protesters Face Counter-Demonstrators
Tensions flare in Portsmouth as rival protests clash over asylum seeker accommodations, days after a landmark court ruling against an Essex hotel housing migrants. Latest on UK immigration debates.
Home Office Appeals Epping Forest Asylum Hotel Ruling
The Home Office is challenging a landmark High Court ruling that blocked the use of a hotel in Epping Forest for asylum seekers, setting the stage for a major legal battle over the UK's migrant accommodation crisis.
High Court Rules Against Home Office in Epping Forest Asylum Case
A landmark High Court ruling has condemned the Home Office for its 'irrational' and 'unlawful' decision to house asylum seekers at a former care home in Epping Forest, dealing a significant blow to the government's asylum policy.
Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful
The UK High Court has delivered a scathing ruling against the Home Office, declaring its eviction of asylum seekers from a hotel in Epping Forest without adequate notice 'unlawful'. The landmark judgement, brought by former Labour MP Dan Jarvis, highlight
Tory Ministers Face Backlash Over Controversial Event Attendance
Policing Minister Chris Philp is under fire for attending a gathering alongside former Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick, organised by a group accused of promoting extremist views. The event has sparked outrage from anti-racism campaigners and oppositio
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