Labour's one-chance rule to stop Nimby planning delays
Housing Secretary Steve Reed unveils planning overhaul to prevent 'weaponisation' of objections, aiming to accelerate 1.5 million new homes. Read the full details.
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How to Plan an Affordable Party: Expert Advice
Event planners reveal four key strategies for hosting a fantastic festive gathering without overspending. Focus on atmosphere, not expense, to create lasting memories.
Sarah Beeny in showdown talks over illegal 'mini-Downton' home
TV presenter Sarah Beeny holds crisis talks with Somerset Council over her illegally built £3m mansion. A six-year planning battle with locals could see the 'mini-Downton Abbey' razed. Read the latest.
Bristol garden makeover sparks neighbour row
A bitter dispute erupts in Bristol's Redland over 'ludicrous' garden plans. Neighbours fear a 'concrete pit' while the homeowner insists it's for family. Discover the full story.
Homeowner forced to tear down summer house in row
Andrew Causley must demolish his garden summer house after an 18-month planning dispute with a neighbour and Exeter City Council. The couple vow to fight the decision.
Couple's £3k battle over garden summer house
Royal Mail driver Andrew Causley faces demolition order for his garden summer house after 18-month planning dispute with Exeter City Council. Read the full story.
Worcester homeowner faces £170k demolition order
A Worcester mother spent £170,000 building a detached house for her disabled daughter without planning permission. The council has ordered its demolition. Discover the full story.
Beckhams in planning row over Cotswolds home
David and Victoria Beckham face neighbour fury over 30+ planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds property. Locals accuse them of 'abusing' the system. Read the full story.
Neighbours attack Beckhams over planning applications
David and Victoria Beckham face local fury over more than 30 planning applications for their £6m Cotswolds home, accused of 'abusing' the system. Discover the full story.
Default Yes for Homes Near Train Stations
New planning rules will give a 'default yes' to housing developments within a 15-minute walk of train stations, including green belt land, as the government pushes to build 1.5 million homes.
Reeves unveils radical planning overhaul for 1.5m homes
Labour's Shadow Chancellor announces sweeping reforms to fast-track 1.5 million new homes, pledging to override local opposition and transform Britain's planning system.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Mega-Shed Planning Row Divides Kent Village
A massive 18ft 'mega-shed' has become the centre of a bitter planning dispute in a Kent village, with furious neighbours branding it a 'monstrous eyesore' that's destroying their rural views and privacy.
Martin Clunes loses planning battle over travellers site
Doc Martin star's woodland development plans thwarted as neighbours win fight to establish permanent travellers site in Dorset countryside.
Reeves unveils economic overhaul in first speech
New Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark economic address, declaring end to Tory austerity and announcing sweeping planning reforms to boost UK growth.
Sydney housing crisis deepens as developer bonuses backfire
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sydney's planning incentives are accelerating the loss of older rental properties, pushing vulnerable residents out of the market and worsening the city's affordability crisis.
Rugby clubhouse converted to mosque despite objections
A former rugby clubhouse in Greater Manchester has been officially converted into a mosque despite significant local opposition and concerns about parking and traffic in the residential area.
Labour's Housing Revolution: 1.5M New Homes Planned
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's transformative planning reforms to accelerate housebuilding, tackle the housing crisis, and boost economic growth across Britain.
Victoria's 10-day home approval plan cuts objection rights
The Victorian government plans to slash planning approval times to just 10 days while limiting objection rights, promising efficiency but raising concerns about community consultation.
Aristocrat's £25m Townhouse Plan Sparks Local Fury
Lady of the Manor faces local fury as she pushes forward with controversial plans to build luxury townhouses on historic family land, despite overwhelming community opposition.
Neighbour planning row over 'monstrous' house extension
A Warwickshire couple's dream home extension has turned into a neighbourly nightmare as their ambitious build faces fierce opposition and council scrutiny over its imposing size and design.
Labour to override local objections for green energy projects
Ed Miliband announces radical planning reforms to override local objections for renewable energy projects, as Labour prepares to turbocharge Britain's green transition.
Cotswolds villages rebel against Labour housing drive
Residents of picturesque Cotswolds villages are up in arms against Labour's controversial housing development plans, claiming the mass construction is eroding their traditional way of life and overwhelming local infrastructure.
Australian Superannuation Balances Hit Record High
Australian workers' retirement savings have hit unprecedented levels, with average super balances reaching new heights. Discover how this financial milestone impacts your golden years and what challenges lie ahead.
Government axes mandatory wildlife protections for developments
Ministers face furious backlash after quietly removing legal requirement for housing developments to protect local wildlife habitats in major policy U-turn.
Most Americans Ignoring Social Security Advice
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of Americans are disregarding crucial Social Security guidance, potentially costing them thousands in retirement income. Discover why people are tuning out and what experts say you should really do.
Environmental groups launch major campaign against Planning Bill
Environmental organisations launch unprecedented campaign against new planning legislation, warning it threatens vital protections for nature and green spaces across England.
Labour's 'shameful' planning gift to housebuilders
The Labour government faces fierce criticism after quietly scrapping key environmental rules for major housing developments, handing housebuilders what campaigners call a 'free pass' to bypass vital pollution controls.
Tory minister clashes with government over housing targets
Cabinet minister Claire Coutinho breaks ranks to oppose government's housing targets in her constituency, exposing deep Conservative divisions on planning policy ahead of general election.
China accused of covert UK housing policy influence
Shadow Communities Secretary Steve Reed reveals intelligence suggesting Beijing is attempting to covertly influence British housing policy and local planning decisions.
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