Solihull Council complaints hit three-year high
Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.
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Council Tax Band D: £0 Bills Before £2,394 Rise
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Council tax bills to rise by 5% next year
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Essex programme transforms girls' lives through sport
The Girls Inspired programme in Essex is helping vulnerable young women escape unhealthy relationships and criminality through sport and mentoring. Discover how this initiative creates positive change.
Family Ambassador Transforms Mental Health Support at EPUT
Discover how Nazila Husanovic-Gladwyn uses her lived experience to support families and improve mental health services at Essex NHS Trust. Learn about this vital role making a real difference.
Sylvia Kent Returns to Phoenix FM Book Club
Local author Sylvia Kent returns to Phoenix FM's Book Club, sharing Essex writing groups and November book recommendations. Hear her interviews at phoenixfm.com.
Cradley rejects parish council in £8k survey
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
Ex-offender's knife crime warning after exploitation
A former young offender from Staffordshire reveals how carrying a knife made him a target for county lines drug gangs. Read his shocking story and learn why he's now speaking out.
Billericay Community Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
Discover the inspiring winners of the 2025 Billericay Community Awards. These local heroes and businesses were honoured for making the town a better place to live and work.
MP Demands Legal Ban on Smartphones in Schools
MP Marie Goldman advocates for a legal ban on smartphones in schools after hearing from teachers and parents about the damaging impact on children's mental health and learning.
Broxtowe Teen Archie Matthews Wins Prestigious 4UTH Award
Archie Matthews from Broxtowe crowned countywide winner at Nottinghamshire's 4UTH Awards for outstanding community volunteering and youth leadership. Discover his inspiring story.
New Fair Funding Model for Kent Councils Announced
Kent communities welcome a new council funding model based on current need, ending the outdated system that left areas like Dover and Deal struggling. Discover how this change will impact local services.
Drugs dealer jailed for over six years in Derby
Daanish Bhatti jailed for 6+ years after police found a hidden car key leading to a £30,000 drugs haul. He exploited vulnerable people across Derby. Report suspicious activity.
£500k for Permanent HS2 Street Lighting in Warwickshire
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
HS2 funding deadline extension sought for Coleshill works
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Joey Essex heartbroken as uncle 'Big Greg' dies
TOWIE stars Joey and Frankie Essex pay tribute to their uncle Greg Essex following his sad passing. Read their heartfelt Instagram messages.
Council pays £325k consultants for 'super council' plans
Worcestershire County Council paid PwC £325,000 to devise 'One Worcestershire' unitary authority plans. The controversial cost was revealed during a scrutiny panel meeting.
Drug dealer jailed for flooding town with monkey dust
Robert Hacking, 36, has been sentenced to six years for running a county lines operation supplying heroin, crack cocaine and monkey dust in Telford. Read the full court details.
Strictly Air Ambulance 2026: Glittering Charity Return
Strictly Air Ambulance 2026 is set for March 14 at the Brentwood Centre. The Essex & Herts Air Ambulance charity event features celebrity judges and dancers, aiming to surpass last year's £58,000 raised. Book tickets now!
YMCA Orchestra Christmas Charity Concert in Romford
Join the YMCA Orchestra for their annual Christmas Charity Concert on Sunday, December 7. Enjoy festive classics, carols, and refreshments while supporting the YMCA Cancer Rehabilitation Programme.
Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
Reform UK councillor suspended over WhatsApp messages
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
Billericay Fun Walk Raises Record £121k for Charity
The Fun Walk Trust's 2024 event raised a record-breaking £121,000 for local causes, the highest in its 23-year history. Discover how this community triumph benefits Essex.
Police officer dies in A12 collision on duty
A courageous Essex Police officer died in a collision on the A12 near Ingatestone while responding to an emergency 999 call. Chief Constable pays tribute.
Local artist William Newton, 85, exhibits at Brentwood Library
85-year-old artist William Newton discusses his lifetime in art, famous admirers like Madonna, and his new exhibition at Brentwood Library. Hear his inspiring interview and see his work.
Council Tax Support: Millions Could Be Overpaying
New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.
Peer worker transforms mental health care with lived experience
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
Patriotic zebra crossing paint to be removed at public expense
St George's crosses painted on Audley zebra crossing will be removed at taxpayers' expense. Council warns of safety issues and urges alternative displays of patriotism.
Chelmsford Christmas Lights & MP's Busy Week
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
Council Tax Reduction 2025: Are You Eligible?
Millions in England receive Council Tax Reduction, but many eligible households are missing out. Discover if you qualify and how to claim support worth hundreds of pounds.
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