£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.
Category : Councils
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.
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.
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.
41 Councils Failed to Prosecute Fly-Tippers
Exclusive data reveals a shocking lack of enforcement against fly-tipping across England, with thousands of incidents going unpunished. Discover which councils are failing to act.
Christmas revellers trash Sydney's Coogee Beach
Furious locals blast 'filthy' Christmas Day crowds after iconic Sydney beach is left covered in rubbish. Council launches major clean-up operation.
Bronte Beach Christmas Party Banned Over Safety
Waverley Council urges thousands to avoid Bronte Beach on Christmas Day due to major construction and safety risks from last year's chaotic 'Orphan's Christmas' event.
Councils called 'Christmas Grinches' over decoration cuts
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
High Court Battle Over Neighbour's Cat Poo in Garden
A father takes a cat fouling row to the High Court, citing health risks to his newborn. The case centres on whether it constitutes a statutory nuisance under environmental law. Read the full story.
Derbyshire Council's Care Home Closures Spark 'Betrayal' Claims
Derbyshire County Council, led by Reform UK, announces closure of eight care homes after sale fails. Over 200 jobs at risk, sparking backlash from unions and MPs. Read the full story.
Four-day week may be sign of failing council, Reed warns
Steve Reed has written to all councils in England, stating that adopting a four-day week could be seen as a sign of failure. Explore the government's stance and the ongoing debate.
Government warns councils over four-day working week
Ministers warn councils offering a four-day week for full pay could be deemed 'failing'. As residents face higher charges, the policy sparks a Whitehall showdown.
£5,989 Council Tax Refund After Martin Lewis Advice
A listener to Martin Lewis's podcast reveals how he secured a £5,989.30 council tax refund for his father with dementia using the 'severely under-publicised' SMI discount. Learn how this could impact hundreds of thousands.
Reform's Council Chaos Reveals Future Government Risks
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government experiment faces infighting, scandal, and policy U-turns. What does this mean for their national ambitions?
Sydney Council Closes Unauthorised Prayer Hall
A Sydney council has ordered the immediate closure of an unauthorised prayer hall linked to alleged Bondi attacker Navdeed Akram. Read the full story on the council's decisive action.
Council 'Steals Christmas' by Axing Festive Lights
Labour-run Islington Council scraps 15-year festive lights tradition to save money, sparking local fury. Key streets left in darkness as officials prioritise 'essential services'.
Council's 'sack off' High Street advice sparks backlash
Salford City Council faces criticism after advising shoppers to avoid the Christmas rush and shop online instead. Local businesses and politicians condemn the 'inappropriate' message.
Scientology HQ could lose alcohol licence after noise row
The Church of Scientology's British headquarters risks losing its alcohol licence following noise complaints about bagpipe music used to drown out protesters at a fundraiser attended by Tom Cruise. Read the full story.
Reform UK's Kent Council in Hypocrisy Row Over Adviser Hire
Reform UK councillors in Kent vote to spend thousands on political assistants despite budget crisis and pledges to cut waste. The move sparks accusations of hypocrisy. Read the full investigation.
Café banned from Sunday opening over smell complaints
Coco's Coffee Shop in Fareham has been refused permission to open on Sundays after residents complained about noise and cooking odours. Owner fears closure amid rising costs.
Council funding map: Winners, losers and tax rises
The government's new £78bn council funding settlement shifts money towards deprived areas. Find out which councils win, which lose, and if your tax bill will rise.
Darlington backs MP's balaclava ban on e-bike yobs
Darlington residents support MP Lola McEvoy's call for a PSPO to ban balaclavas after masked youths on souped-up e-bikes plague the town. Police report 100 incidents last year.
Reform's Kent Council reveals £60m budget deficit
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, projects a £60 million deficit for 2026-27, with warnings it could worsen. Discover the impact on council tax and public services.
Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
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.
Six Councils Can Raise Tax Over 5% Without Vote
Six London councils can raise council tax by over 5% without a referendum after government funding cuts. The move aims to improve fairness but sparks political row.
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