Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
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West Midlands' 7 Market Towns Need Christmas Visitors
Discover seven picturesque West Midlands market towns where local businesses are counting on festive visitors to survive the crucial Christmas trading period.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.
Ex-Council Boss Faces 7-Year Public Office Ban
Ex-Birmingham City Council leader Tahir Ali could be barred from public office for seven years following a standards investigation into taxi licence misconduct during his tenure.
Steelworker turned care hero wins national award
Discover how a former steelworker from Rotherham completely transformed the life of a dementia patient, earning him a prestigious national care award and proving that compassion knows no career boundaries.
Birmingham Council Faces Pressure for Financial Crisis Inquiry
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Birmingham Council meeting disrupted by protestors
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
Council Tax Law Change: What Wednesday Means For You
Major legislative shift means council tax bills are set to rise for millions across England and Wales this week. Discover how the new rules affect your household budget and what exemptions apply.
Birmingham's £225m IT crisis forces council tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
Protesters halt Birmingham Council tax hike vote
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
Solihull Council proposes controversial village merger
Solihull Council is considering merging four villages into a single parish council, sparking debate about local identity and democratic representation in the West Midlands.
Free Bus Pass Rule Change: What It Means
Major changes to England's concessionary bus pass scheme could see millions of older and disabled residents paying more for travel as local authorities consider new restrictions.
Guess Who's Back: Beloved Local Business Returns
After months of uncertainty, a cherished local establishment has triumphantly reopened its doors, bringing joy and familiar faces back to the community.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Birmingham commissioners hit back at bankruptcy critics
Government-appointed commissioners deliver a powerful defence of Birmingham's recovery plan, dismissing critics as 'ill-informed' while revealing the true scale of the city's financial challenges.
Farmers raise £500 for hospital chemotherapy unit
A Welsh farming community demonstrates incredible generosity as their annual ploughing match raises vital funds for Bronglais Hospital's chemotherapy department, showing rural solidarity in healthcare support.
Government rejects Devon council reorganisation plans
Major local government reorganisation in Devon halted as ministers reject plans to create single unitary authorities for Plymouth and Torbay, maintaining current two-tier system.
Labour's new rule for every UK town could transform local power
Exclusive: Labour considers mandatory 'Take Back Control' bills requiring councils to create bespoke powers for their communities in radical devolution shake-up.
Have Your Say: Manchester Planning Consultation
Manchester residents and businesses are invited to participate in a crucial consultation on new Supplementary Planning Documents that will shape development across the city.
£300 cost of living payments reach state pensioners
Millions of state pensioners are receiving crucial £300 payments this November as part of the government's cost of living support package. Here's what you need to know about eligibility and payment dates.
Advertising boards approved on Green Belt land
Controversial planning decision allows digital advertising screens on protected Green Belt land near M6 Toll, sparking debate about countryside preservation versus economic needs.
Reeves' 4 Moves to Fix Cost of Living Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how Rachel Reeves could transform household finances with radical tax reforms, benefit changes and economic interventions as millions struggle with rising costs.
State pensioners set for £3,815 payments this month
Millions of state pensioners across the UK are set to receive significant payments up to £3,815 as part of the government's cost of living support package, with specific payment dates revealed.
DWP's New Anti-Fraud Powers Revealed
Major government crackdown on benefit fraud revealed as DWP gains sweeping new investigation powers affecting millions of claimants. Find out how these changes could impact you.
West Midlands £4,300 DWP Cost of Living Support
Thousands of households across the West Midlands are set for significant financial support as the DWP announces new cost of living payments totalling up to £4,300 for eligible families. Discover who qualifies and when payments arrive.
Carmarthenshire's 2025 Christmas Toybox Appeal Launched
Carmarthenshire Council launches its 2025 Christmas Toybox Appeal, calling on residents and businesses to donate new toys and gifts for disadvantaged children across the county.
Birmingham pub makes desperate plea for community support
A beloved Birmingham city centre pub faces an uncertain future as rising costs threaten its survival, prompting landlords to make a heartfelt plea for community backing.
Nature's fragile beauty showcased in new Chester art exhibition
Discover 'The Fragile Planet' - a stunning new art exhibition in Chester showcasing the breathtaking beauty and vulnerability of our natural world through contemporary artworks.
UK Warning: Don't Throw Away Yellow Recycling Bags
Millions of UK households are being warned not to dispose of their yellow recycling bags as councils prepare for a major recycling overhaul that could save taxpayers millions.
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