Essex County Council invites residents to share views on the new Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2029. Consultation focuses on jobs, housing, and community health. Have your say by February 3.
Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Solihull Council consults on two options for the 'significantly weakened' Barston Bridge, used by over 1,000 vehicles daily. Have your say on its future.
Sevenoaks District Council has published a new list of planning applications. Residents have until January 15, 2026, to submit comments on proposals ranging from house extensions to a Gypsy and Traveller site variation.
The government launches a consultation on tougher penalties, including vehicle seizure, for drivers using illegal 'ghost plates' designed to evade ANPR cameras. Have your say by March 31.
A major Plymouth planning notice lists 15 proposals, from cladding replacement to care home extensions. The public has 21 days from Dec 23, 2025 to submit comments. View details on the council portal.
The Labour government launches a consultation to update laws on electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters, aiming to boost independence for over 10 million people with mobility impairments.
Solihull Council launches consultation on a £500,000 scheme to replace temporary 'orca' kerbs with permanent ones on Blossomfield Road, aiming to boost cyclist safety and numbers. Have your say by 2 February.
Birmingham City Council proposes new traffic calming measures for Cranes Park Road in Sheldon to tackle speeding. Residents have until January 9 to have their say.
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Millions could see lower energy bills as the government consults on moving Warm Home Discount costs off the daily standing charge. Have your say in the consultation.
Residents and parents in Hall Green have until 5 January 2026 to give feedback on major road safety proposals, including a new 20mph zone, bollards, and pedestrian refuges around Chilcote Primary School.
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
The UK government has announced a consultation for early 2026 that could see the Lifetime ISA replaced, impacting first-time buyers' savings and property purchase limits. Learn what this means for you.
Future Birmingham council leaders elected in 2026 will lack full autonomy, bound by a government-imposed action plan to ensure financial stability. Discover the binding roadmap for recovery.
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council after the 2026 elections, restricting new leaders' autonomy with a strict action plan. Discover the roadmap for recovery.
Dudley Council is set for a £75.9m three-year finance settlement from the Labour government. While Labour MPs hail a 'turning point', the borough's Conservative leader urges caution, saying 'the devil is in the detail'. Read the full story.
The government's lead commissioner warns a 'that'll do' attitude must be broken for Birmingham City Council to recover. Key financial deadlines are set for early 2025.
Birmingham City Council launches a public consultation on a Safer Route to School scheme for Chilcote School, including 20mph limits and traffic calming measures. Have your say by January 9.
Birmingham City Council secures a massive £651.5m funding increase over five years as part of a new £78bn government settlement targeting deprived areas. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Residents have until December 21 to respond to Stockport's controversial Local Plan. The Labour Government's new housing targets and 'grey belt' policy could lead to development on protected green spaces.
Dudley Council reports a 17% drop in emissions, but a councillor warns selling buildings to the private sector risks 'false accounting' on climate progress. Read the full debate.
The future of Griggs Timber Company, a Gloucester merchant operating since 1917, is in doubt as staff enter consultation. Read the latest on potential job losses.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy launches a decade review of the BBC's funding, considering adverts and subscription tiers. Have your say in the public consultation.
Birmingham City Council proposes selling the freehold of the Grade II listed Alpha Tower to aid its financial recovery. Key committee vote set for December 16.
A crucial debate on cutting parking charges was delayed after lengthy discussions on pub rates and council flag policy. Council leader brands debate 'bloody nonsense'.