Council Tax 2026: How Much Your Bills Will Increase
Council tax bills increase from today, with most areas hiking by 4.99%. Use our guide to calculate your rise and understand discounts available.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces the return of TikTok for official city communications after a three-year ban, with new security protocols in place.
UK Government Screen Time Advice for Under-Fives
New UK government guidance recommends children under five spend no more than an hour daily on screens, with under-twos avoiding solo screen use. Experts and parents weigh in on the impact.
England's Bin Chaos: 79 Councils Miss Recycling Deadline
Households face confusion and potential fines as 79 English councils miss the March 31 deadline for separate food waste collections, with experts warning of maggot infestations and recycling setbacks.
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A refuse collector highlights a common error during school holidays that leads to missed waste collections, urging households to maintain their routine.
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A group of Travellers has set up an unauthorised camp in the main car park of Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham, prompting council notices to vacate and concerns over repeated incidents.
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TV star Denise Welch has criticised Brent Council for failing to collect her son's rubbish for three weeks, alleging a bin collector used abusive language when confronted about the issue.
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Oxfordshire County Council has collected over £600,000 from drivers fined for illegal left turns at The Plain roundabout, sparking debate over confusing signage and cyclist safety.
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A 100m cordon was enforced in Epsom after a person left a suspected World War Two mortar shell at council offices, prompting evacuations and bomb squad deployment.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a government consultation to ban addictive social media algorithms, with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson highlighting risks to young users.
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Martin Lewis Council Tax Alert: Thousands Overpaying
Money expert Martin Lewis warns hundreds of thousands of homes in England and Scotland could be in wrong council tax bands, with refunds of thousands possible.
£1,000 Fine for Empty Envelope in Public Bin Sparks Outrage
A Lithuanian father was shocked to receive a £1,000 fixed penalty notice from Hounslow Council for placing an empty envelope in a street bin, calling it unfair and excessive.
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A father died after hitting a pothole that Stoke-on-Trent council knew about for over five months but failed to repair, with the coroner calling it a tragic, unavoidable incident.
English Council Guidance Prioritises Women's Safety in Public Spaces
Active Travel England and Living Streets release new guidance for councils focusing on lighting, CCTV, and design to make streets safer for women and girls.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to confront technology companies regarding addictive social media content targeting children, as new government guidance recommends strict screen time limits for young kids.
Councillor Caught Driving During Virtual Planning Meeting
Independent councillor Dean Lewis was filmed driving while attending a planning committee meeting remotely, claiming he was on private land using hands-free technology.
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Council Paints Over Potholes Instead of Repairing Roads
Frustrated motorists in Mold, North Wales, are questioning council logic after crews painted new road markings directly over deep potholes rather than fixing the crumbling surfaces beneath them.
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Councillor Drives with Phone in Cupholder During Virtual Meeting
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Council Tax Rises Confirmed: Some Areas Face 9% Increase
Council tax increases for April have been confirmed, with most English councils raising rates by 4.99%. Seven councils have been permitted higher increases up to 8.99%, while disparities in bills across regions continue.
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Plans to install traffic lights on the 230-year-old Clachan Bridge in Scotland have divided locals and tourists, with opponents calling it a desecration of heritage while officials cite safety concerns.
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A charity in Middlesbrough faces £500 in parking fines for overstaying by seconds while collecting donations, sparking outrage over the impact on community aid.
Martin Lewis: Medical Conditions May Qualify for Council Tax Discount
Money expert Martin Lewis highlights that individuals with severe mental impairments could be eligible for council tax discounts of 25% to 100% as bills rise across England.
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