Waste firm sorry after homeless woman's possessions removed
Veolia and Dover District Council apologise after street cleaners removed a homeless woman's possessions. Refresher training ordered following public outcry.
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Oxford uses Japanese clappers to combat neighbourhood crime
Residents in Oxford's Littlemore area are using traditional Japanese Hyōshigi clappers on night patrols to deter criminals after a spate of stabbings and vandalism. Councillor leading the scheme reports early success.
Oxford uses Japanese clappers to combat neighbourhood crime
Residents in Oxford's Littlemore area are patrolling with Japanese Hyōshigi clappers to deter criminals after a spate of stabbings and vandalism. See how this ancient method is cutting crime.
Canterbury's Victorian lampposts set for removal
A Reform-run council plans to replace Canterbury's historic cast iron lampposts with modern alternatives, sparking fierce opposition from residents and heritage groups who call it 'cultural vandalism'.
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Reform Council to Replace Canterbury's Victorian Lampposts
A Reform-run council plans to remove Canterbury's historic cast iron lampposts, sparking a heritage row. Over 750 residents oppose the move, calling it 'cultural vandalism'.
Major Incident Declared in Aberdeenshire Amid Heavy Snow
Aberdeenshire Council declares a major incident as heavy snow cuts off rural areas and closes schools. Amber weather warnings remain in place. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
Norwich's £4,000 pigeon hawk scheme fails
A £4,000 hawk deployed to scare pigeons from Norwich's medieval market has failed after locals fed the birds 'industrial amounts' of seed. The council pauses the scheme amid public backlash.
Luxury Dorset Beach Huts Hit With 50% Council Tax Rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
Binmen can refuse to collect overfilled bins
A waste collector explains why overfilled bins are left behind and how to ensure your rubbish is taken. Follow these simple rules to avoid a messy situation.
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Binmen can refuse to collect overfilled bins, expert warns
A waste collector explains why overfilled bins are often left unemptied, posing safety and spill risks. Follow these council rules to ensure your rubbish is taken.
Whitchurch Council's cut Union Jack branded 'disrespectful'
Whitchurch Town Council faces backlash over a trimmed Union Jack on an angled flagpole, costing over £3,700. Residents call it 'pathetic' and 'disrespectful'. Read the full story.
Whitchurch Council's Cut-Off Union Jack Causes Fury
Whitchurch Town Council faces backlash for a trimmed Union Jack on an angled flagpole. Residents brand it 'pathetic' and 'disrespectful' amid £3,700 costs. Read the full story.
Seattle's New Mayor Stands with Somali Childcare Providers
Seattle's new socialist mayor, Katie Wilson, pledges solidarity with Somali childcare providers and responds to Trump's criticism in her inaugural address. Discover her radical vision for the city.
Murderer reappointed to police review board in Oregon
Kyle Hedquist, who killed a teen in 1994, was reappointed to Salem's police oversight panel. The controversial 5-4 vote has sparked fierce backlash from prosecutors and police unions.
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Scottish councils pay £63m in 'golden goodbye' deals
Scottish local authorities have spent £63 million on six-figure exit payments for staff since 2022, despite severe budget pressures and council tax hikes. Read the full investigation.
Teacher fined for UK littering while in France
A retired teacher was wrongly fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham. He was 250 miles away in France at the time, exposing a council error.
Retired teacher wrongly fined for littering from France
A retired teacher was fined £100 for dropping a cigarette in Nottingham while he was actually in France. Nottingham City Council apologised after a mix-up, but the case highlights concerns over automated enforcement.
Teacher fined for Nottingham littering while in France
A 76-year-old retired teacher was wrongly fined for throwing a cigarette from his car in Nottingham while he was actually eating breakfast in Normandy, France. Read the full story of the administrative error and cloned plates.
Council makes £1m from one roundabout bus lane fines
Carmarthenshire Council has generated over £1 million from fines at Trostre Roundabout's bus lane. Discover how thousands of drivers were caught and the council's defence.
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Illegal Traveller Sites Rise 20%, Sparking Political Row
Official figures reveal a sharp rise in caravans on unauthorised land, prompting demands for tougher action. Discover the data and the political battle over planning enforcement.
Murderer voted onto police review board in Salem
Kyle Hedquist, convicted of a 1994 execution-style killing, has been reappointed to Salem's police review board, sparking fierce backlash from police unions and the victim's family.
Murderer Reappointed to Salem Police Oversight Board
Salem City Council reappoints Kyle Hedquist, convicted of a 1994 execution-style murder, to the police review board, sparking fierce backlash from police union and community.
£80 fines for wheelie bin rule breaches in England
Households in England could face £80 fixed penalties for bin placement issues causing a nuisance. Learn the rules to avoid fines.
Village faces 12-month roadworks after HGV damage
Melbury Abbas villagers face a 'fresh hell' of 12 months of roadworks to repair damage they blame on council-diverted lorries. The £8m project will see 1,000 trees felled.
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Scotland's Rat Complaints Hit 20,000 Amid Cuts
Rat complaints to Scottish councils surged to nearly 20,000 last year, with Glasgow worst hit. Critics blame funding squeezes for rising sightings and public dissatisfaction.
Horrifying 35% Rise in Scottish Rat Complaints
Labour reveals a 35% surge in rat sightings across Scotland, linked to deep cuts in street cleaning. Glasgow is worst-hit. Read the shocking data and political fallout.
Birmingham bin strikes create festive waste crisis
Birmingham's bin strike crisis continues as Christmas waste rots on streets. Residents describe 'hellish' conditions with no end in sight for the year-long industrial action.
Surgeon faces £50 fine after saving woman's life
A respected surgeon in Dorset must provide evidence he saved a woman from cardiac arrest or pay a £50 parking fine. Read the full story of council bureaucracy versus a life-saving act.
Maxwell Nephew Petitions to Save Controversial LTN Scheme
Ted Maxwell, nephew of Ghislaine Maxwell, campaigns to retain Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Tower Hamlets as the council moves to scrap them. Discover the local political battle.
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20 Tonnes of Rubbish Left at Coogee Beach on Christmas
Shocking footage reveals empty bins ignored as thousands of revellers left 20 tonnes of waste at Sydney's Coogee Beach, sparking a furious backlash and a council clean-up operation.
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