Christmas lights on neighbour's fence risk £2.5k fine
Hanging festive lights on a shared fence without permission could be classed as criminal damage, leading to fines up to £2,500. Always seek neighbourly consent to avoid legal trouble.
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Billionaire fined £200 daily for unapproved padel court
Billionaire Nelson Peltz and his wife Claudia face mounting daily fines after building a padel court without approval on their Palm Beach estate. Discover the details of the code violation and the potential £1.6m cost.
Trump Ballroom Project Cost Doubles, Bypasses Rules
Donald Trump's White House ballroom expansion has nearly doubled in cost to $350m and destroyed the East Wing. He reportedly told teams to ignore zoning laws. Read the full report.
Trump Told Crews to Ignore Zoning for White House Ballroom
President Donald Trump reportedly urged builders to disregard permits and codes for his $350m White House ballroom, which has doubled in cost and size, leading to the East Wing's demolition.
Susan Loppert's Legacy: Art in Hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
AA warns of £5k fine for Christmas tree mistake
The AA warns drivers could face a £5,000 fine for incorrectly transporting their Christmas tree. Follow these expert tips to avoid a costly festive mistake.
Family reclaims enslaved potter's works in landmark deal
Descendants of enslaved potter David Drake reclaim his stoneware jars in first major US art restitution case involving works by an enslaved person. Read the moving story.
Why Conservatives Don't Get Credit for Arts Funding
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Arts education gets major boost in English schools
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
Namibia demands return of sacred artefacts from US
In a significant move for cultural restitution, Namibia is formally demanding the return of sacred objects and human remains from museums in the United States, including Harvard and the Smithsonian.
Arts funding crisis deepens as portal collapse paralyses sector
Major arts organisations across England are struggling to survive as a critical funding portal collapse leaves millions in grants hanging in the balance, threatening the future of cultural institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
Manchester Event Firm Collapse Leaves Performers Unpaid
Manchester's arts community faces financial devastation as Price Event Management enters administration, leaving performers and suppliers with unpaid invoices totalling over £100,000.
Richmond Council's £150 coffee fine sparks outrage
A London council faces backlash after issuing a £150 penalty to a commuter who briefly left his car to buy coffee, raising questions about parking enforcement fairness.
Vegas Wins Casino fined £2.2M by UK regulators
UK Gambling Commission cracks down on Vegas Wins Casino after investigation reveals unfair bonus terms and failure to protect vulnerable customers.
Marthe Donas: Belgium's dazzling modernist revival
A groundbreaking exhibition in Belgium finally gives modernist pioneer Marthe Donas the recognition she deserves, showcasing her revolutionary abstract works that captivated early 20th-century Europe.
Sky Arts delivers 'most erotic' television says critic
Renowned art critic Waldemar Januszczak makes waves with his provocative review praising Sky Arts for creating television's most sensual and artistically daring content.
Labour's cultural power shift: Ending London's arts dominance
New Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announces radical devolution of arts funding and decision-making, promising to end London's cultural dominance and empower local communities across Britain.
UK passengers face £1,000 fine for seatbelt mistake
A legal loophole means backseat passengers in the UK could be hit with a £1,000 fine for not wearing a seatbelt, even if the driver is unaware. Experts warn millions are at risk.
Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis
The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.
Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
RSC Offers Voluntary Redundancy to All Staff Amid Funding Crisis
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
Salon fines customer £5,000 for negative Google review
A Nottingham hair salon's controversial 'no bad reviews' policy sparks online fury after charging a client thousands for a negative Google rating. The beauty industry debate over reputation management vs. consumer rights intensifies.
Indian woman fined £2,000 at UK airport over customs breach
An Indian woman's dream trip to the UK turned into a financial nightmare after a simple airport oversight led to a staggering £2,000 fine. Discover the crucial rule every international traveller must know.
Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
UK's Best Fine Art Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's exclusive 2025 league table ranks the UK's best universities for Fine Art. Discover which institutions lead in creativity, teaching excellence, and graduate prospects in our comprehensive analysis.
The Week in Rave Reviews: Cultural Highlights Captivate Critics
A roundup of the UK's most talked-about cultural events this week, from blistering theatre performances to groundbreaking art exhibitions and must-see television dramas.
UK Museums Spent £29m on Storage as Buildings Crumbled
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
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