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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.

Best and worst time to break up before Christmas

A relationship expert reveals the kindest window to end a relationship before the festive season and warns of festive red flags for infidelity. Act now to avoid holiday heartache.

British father drowns in Phuket rip tide

A 37-year-old father from Ipswich drowned at Freedom Beach, Phuket, after being caught in a deadly rip current. Witnesses report a lack of lifeguards and warning flags. Read the full tragic story.

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.

Red flags of a nightmare travel companion

Travelling with friends? Expert reveals the 5 red flags that signal a difficult travel buddy and how to avoid holiday conflicts. Plan your perfect 'mate-cation' today.

Council workers abused over flag removals

Council workers removing Union Jacks and England flags from lampposts face escalating abuse and threats. Authorities vow strongest penalties against perpetrators.

Council removes protest flags at migrant site

Braintree District Council faces backlash after workers tore down flags placed near former RAF base housing asylum seekers, igniting debate over free expression and migrant housing policies.

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.

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