Millions face potential local election delays until 2027
Up to 63 council areas in England may postpone May 2026 local elections to 2027 amid a government reorganisation of town halls. See the full list of affected areas.
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Farage: UK a 'Banana Republic' Over Election Delays
Nigel Farage accuses Labour and Tory councils of 'colluding' to postpone local elections for millions until 2027. Read the full story on the democratic row.
Population and Consumption: The Dual Climate Drivers
A leading environmentalist challenges George Monbiot's dismissal of population concerns, citing IPCC data that names economic and population growth as key climate drivers. Discover the full debate.
Reform UK's turbulent first seven months in local power
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
Peterlee's Budget Disappointment: Community Reacts
Residents and businesses in Peterlee express deep disappointment with the recent budget, calling for stronger political backbone. Discover how the town is responding.
Dad's 10-second side hustle makes £30k a month
Former soldier Connor Stone reveals how 10-second timed auctions on Whatnot generate £30,000 monthly profits. Discover his reselling secrets for rapid business growth.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Shark Tank Rejection Fuels £3.5M Business Success
Discover how two determined entrepreneurs turned Shark Tank rejection into multi-million dollar success stories, proving that investor 'no's' can sometimes be the best motivation.
UK services sector rebounds as business confidence soars
Britain's dominant services industry shows strongest growth in nine months amid rising business optimism and easing cost pressures, new PMI data reveals.
Jason Manford slams Cheshire riding school objectors
Comedian Jason Manford has criticised Cheshire residents opposing a new riding school, calling the objections 'utter madness' in a passionate social media defence of the rural business.
UK growth forecast cut as investment plummets
The EY Item Club warns Britain's economic growth prospects are dimming as business investment retreats following tax rises and policy changes, creating a perfect storm for the UK economy.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
LYMA: Manchester Wellness Brand Redefining UK Business Success
Discover how Manchester-based wellness innovator LYMA is transforming the UK business landscape with its science-backed supplements and unconventional growth strategy that's capturing global attention.
Chancellor's Budget Wishlist: Key Demands Revealed
As the Chancellor prepares his crucial Autumn Budget, industry leaders and economists reveal their urgent priorities for tackling Britain's economic challenges and driving growth.
Kilchoan's last shop closes in online retail blow
The remote Scottish Highlands community of Kilchoan faces a devastating blow as its only local shop announces permanent closure, highlighting the existential threat online retail poses to rural Britain.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Haitian immigrants revive Ohio town's economy
Springfield, Ohio's remarkable economic revival is being powered by an unexpected force - a growing Haitian community that's breathing new life into abandoned businesses and creating jobs where they're needed most.
Newcastle: UK's fastest-growing business city
Exclusive analysis reveals Newcastle's remarkable economic transformation, with business growth rates surpassing London and Manchester. Discover the sectors driving this Northern powerhouse revolution.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April
Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.
UK economy accelerates at fastest pace in two years
Britain's private sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022 as service sector boom and manufacturing recovery drive economic expansion, despite ongoing inflation concerns.
Jaguar Land Rover drives UK manufacturing surge
Britain's manufacturing sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022, driven by Jaguar Land Rover's production boost and rising business optimism despite ongoing cost pressures.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
Reeves demands economic growth plan in first day as Chancellor
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches economic fightback with urgent growth directive to ministers, warning Britain faces 'most challenging inheritance since WWII' with public finances in worst state ever recorded.
Delicatessen owner slams neighbours over helicopter customers
A rural delicatessen owner faces local fury as wealthy patrons arrive by helicopter, sparking a bitter dispute over noise, privilege and countryside values in the Cotswolds.
UK economy grows 0.6% in Q1 2024, beating forecasts
Britain's economy grows at fastest pace in over two years with 0.6% expansion, beating expectations and marking strong recovery from recession. Services sector leads growth while Chancellor celebrates 'brighter economic outlook'.
Pizza Hut Plans 160 New Restaurants in Sweden & Denmark
The iconic American pizza chain announces aggressive European growth strategy, creating thousands of jobs while closing underperforming Canadian locations.
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