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.
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Annie McCormick Suddenly Quits 6ABC News Role
Beloved 6ABC anchor Annie McCormick announces sudden departure after 13 years, stunning viewers. Read her farewell message and what's next for the Emmy-nominated journalist.
$30M Donations Boost Local News Support Programme
The AP Fund for Journalism receives over $30 million in donations, enabling a major expansion of its programme providing vital resources to local and state newsrooms across the UK. Discover how this initiative is rebuilding community news.
Local TV News Crisis: Talent Exodus Hits Broadcasters
Local TV news faces crisis as journalists flee industry. Cost-cutting and social media pressure create perfect storm. Discover why veterans are abandoning broadcasting.
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.
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.
Richard North: The Independent's Environment Editor Obituary
Remembering Richard North, The Independent's pioneering environment editor whose groundbreaking journalism brought climate crises and conservation battles to the forefront of British media for decades.
Daily Mail's master columnist John Edwards dies at 86
The journalism world mourns the loss of John Edwards, the brilliant Daily Mail columnist whose sharp wit and elegant prose captivated readers for decades. Remembering the life and legacy of Britain's master wordsmith.
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.
Guardian hires Michelle R. Smith as Senior Science Reporter
The Guardian US expands its investigative science coverage with the strategic hire of Michelle R. Smith, a renowned journalist with proven expertise in public health and environmental investigations.
CBS News Anchor John Dickerson Announces Departure
Long-serving CBS News presenter John Dickerson announces unexpected exit, prompting industry-wide reaction and speculation about future moves in broadcast journalism.
Ben Smee wins Queensland Journalist of the Year award
Guardian Australia's acclaimed reporter Ben Smee has been crowned joint winner of the Queensland Journalist of the Year award for his outstanding investigative work exposing critical environmental and political issues across the state.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Guardian Writers Share Their Year's Biggest Lessons
Discover the surprising insights and hard-won wisdom Guardian journalists have gained over the past year, from navigating AI challenges to maintaining journalistic integrity in turbulent times.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
MacArthur Foundation Ends $100M Media Funding Experiment
The prestigious philanthropic organisation pulls funding from its ambitious digital media network, leaving remaining outlets to seek new financial models amidst industry-wide challenges.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
AI Can't Replace Human Journalists Says Veteran Broadcaster
Legendary broadcaster Russell Briggs delivers a powerful defence of human journalism, arguing AI lacks the sensory understanding and local knowledge that makes reporting truly authentic.
Nottingham Paper Sues Council Over Press Ban
The Nottingham Tribune launches High Court action against Reform-run council after journalists were barred from meetings in dramatic press freedom showdown.
Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
Independent's Rupert Cornwell Award 2025: £5k Bursary
The Independent announces the prestigious Rupert Cornwell Award for 2025, offering a £5,000 bursary and a paid placement to an aspiring journalist, honouring the legacy of its esteemed foreign correspondent.
Daily Mail Earns 20 Press Awards Nominations
The Daily Mail's groundbreaking journalism receives exceptional recognition with 20 nominations at the Press Awards, celebrating excellence in investigative reporting, features, and political commentary.
2025's Best UK Universities for Journalism Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for journalism degrees. Discover which institutions lead the pack for teaching, facilities, and graduate prospects in this dynamic field.
AI Axes 800 Jobs at Mirror & Express Publisher Reach
Britain's largest newspaper publisher, Reach PLC, announces a drastic cost-cutting plan to replace hundreds of editorial roles with artificial intelligence, sparking fears for the future of local and national journalism.
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