Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
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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.
ICC annual meeting confronts sanctions and survival
The International Criminal Court's annual meeting opens under a cloud of US sanctions, member state withdrawals, and a vacant prosecutor role. Discover the challenges facing global justice.
Leaked report questions Labour's neutrality on assisted dying
Labour MP Dame Meg Hillier brands leaked 2023 policy note 'hugely disappointing' as the assisted dying bill returns to the Lords. Read the full story on the internal party rift.
Leaked Labour note reveals assisted dying plan
A leaked Labour policy note from November 2023 reveals discussions on using a Private Member's Bill to legalise assisted dying, raising fresh questions about Sir Keir Starmer's influence. Read the full story.
Ex-British Forces Member Held in Ukraine as Spy Suspect
A former British armed forces member has been detained in Ukraine, accused of spying for Russia. The investigation was coordinated with UK intelligence. Read the latest details.
School Principal Stabbed, Staff Member Arrested
A secondary school in Melbourne was placed in lockdown after the principal was allegedly stabbed by another staff member. Police have arrested a man at the scene.
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.
500 teens swarm school board member's house party
Hundreds of teenagers descended on an Arizona school board member's home after his address was leaked online, leading to police intervention. Discover how the event spiralled out of control.
BBC Board Member Quits Over Governance Concerns
BBC board member Sir Robbie Gibb resigns citing governance issues following Huw Edwards scandal and Lineker impartiality row. Read the full story of the corporation's turbulent weeks.
Ex-NBA Star Beverley Charged With Assaulting Sister
Former NBA star Patrick Beverley faces assault charges after allegedly choking and punching his teenage sister. Get the latest on the shocking allegations and his legal team's response.
Croatia commemorates Vukovar siege anniversary
Croatia honours the victims of the 87-day Vukovar siege that became a national symbol of resistance. Learn about this pivotal moment in European history.
Reform UK Council Paints School Lines at Closed Site
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
UK Navy Crew Member Missing Off Irish Coast
A huge search operation is underway off Ireland's north-west coast for a missing UK Navy crew member. Read the latest on this developing story.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
NYC Elects First Muslim Woman Council Member in Historic Vote
In a landmark election that's reshaping New York politics, Shahana Hanif becomes Brooklyn's first Muslim woman council member amid Cuomo's resignation and Trump's potential comeback bid.
Nationwide's £1.8bn customer payout shocks banking sector
Exclusive: Nationwide Building Society announces unprecedented £1.8 billion payout to 3.4 million members following financial success, while challenger banks face profit squeeze.
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.
Reform UK banned from Kent council over filming incident
Reform UK politicians have been barred from a Kent council building after a controversial video showed party members filming inside, raising questions about political access and conduct.
Kent Council Explodes in Jackie Weaver-Style Budget Clash
Dramatic footage reveals councillors trading furious insults during heated budget debate, echoing infamous Jackie Weaver Handforth Parish Council clash.
Martin Lewis council tax advice could save you hundreds
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis explains how millions of Brits could be paying hundreds less in council tax - and how to challenge your band.
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.
Teen gang member faces deportation from UK
Exclusive: A 17-year-old boy identified as a gang member is being held in immigration detention facing removal from Britain, sparking fierce debate about child protection and immigration enforcement.
KISS Star Ace Frehley's Shocking New Look Revealed
Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley stuns fans with dramatically changed appearance during New York outing, showcasing a slimmer figure and casual new look that has followers buzzing.
Cardiff Council Faces Major Political Shake-Up After Elections
Cardiff Council is set for significant political changes following recent election outcomes, with Labour falling short of majority control. Discover how the new political landscape will shape Wales' capital city.
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.
Noosa Council Fraud Scandal: Major Investigation Launched
Noosa Council faces serious financial investigation after suspected fraudulent activities involving substantial sums of public money, with Queensland authorities now involved.
Slash council tax by £800 with Martin Lewis tip
Discover how one household dramatically reduced their council tax payments after following Martin Lewis' expert advice on challenging your band.
Council boards up wrong house, leaves family homeless
A Kent couple returned from holiday to find their home illegally boarded up by the council in a case of mistaken identity, leaving them temporarily homeless and fighting for compensation.
iPhone 16 for £16.99 in Amazon Prime Flash Sale
Amazon Prime members can grab the revolutionary iPhone 16 for an unbelievable £16.99 in this limited-time flash sale that's breaking the internet.
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