Council

Villagers are angry after a property developer received approval to build a home that will operate as a holiday let. The council has lifted its strict 'no Airbnb' rule, allowing such developments.

A resident questions whether they can stop paying council tax due to the council's poor bin collection management. Dean Dunham KC provides a legal response to the inquiry.

A council voted to remove historic stepping stones due to safety concerns about people slipping. The decision was made to address potential risks associated with the structure.

The owner of an award-winning eco-home won a dispute with the council over constructing a £80,000 padel court, which planning officers had argued featured 20ft tall floodlights that 'harmed landscape'.

A property developer is facing a council investigation after erecting a section of the Berlin Wall in his garden without planning permission, sparking a dispute with neighbors.

Hammersmith Bridge will never re-open to cars, as the council has spent £3 million converting it into an eco-friendly cycle path. The decision marks a permanent shift away from vehicle access on the structure.

A mother successfully took a local council to court over a pothole that damaged her car. The court ruled in her favor, holding the council accountable for the road defect.

Unqualified practitioners were found administering steroids and painkillers at three clinics in Hyderabad. The Council urged citizens to report suspected quacks via its WhatsApp helpline.

Council and mayor clash over the selection of an interim city administrator. Mayor Lee seeks confirmation of her appointee to replace Jestin Johnson, but two councilmembers have delayed the process.

The European Union plans to strengthen Europol by enhancing data exchange and integrating advanced technologies like AI and cloud infrastructure, with a doubled budget and increased staff. Privacy groups warn the reforms risk eroding privacy and enabling mass surveillance.

The EU has approved the Commission to sign the US-led 'Pax Silica' initiative, which targets China in the context of AI chips. The decision followed months of internal negotiations within the Council.

The Council is considering reviving a controversial interim child abuse law. Parliament President Metsola has requested the Council to take up the issue despite Parliament's previous rejection of the law.

The closure of the hazardous Tšosane dumpsite in Maseru, Lesotho, has been delayed due to a dispute over a canceled M27.3-million contract, despite a court order mandating its shutdown.

EU capitals are attempting to reduce the authority of Brussels in centralised grid planning. A leaked Council text indicates that a proposed EU-wide funding mechanism for this purpose is no longer being considered.

A Notting Hill house owner won a two-year £10,000 planning battle with the council over a wooden screen he erected to prevent neighbors from overlooking his roof terrace. The dispute centered on the £1.2m property's privacy measures.

Social workers at a council failed to protect three other children, leading to the murder of adopted baby Preston Davey. The article highlights missed opportunities to prevent harm.

Chester County leaders have approved the first reading of a six-month moratorium on data centers. During the pause, the county plans to host educational workshops to address environmental impact and regulations.

A council has suspended its contract with an enforcement firm after the firm was accused of threatening to rip out a man's teeth. The firm was described as 'thugs in uniform' in the incident.

A California town is experiencing anarchy as its council overrules its own recall, with locals threatening council members. Officials criticize hostile rhetoric from a private Facebook group involved in the recall fight.

The EU will ease regulations for innovative crop boosters, specifically microorganism-based biostimulants. The Council and Parliament agreed to improve market access for these products.

The boss of children's services at a council that failed to prevent the murder of baby Preston Davey received a £23,000 exit package after leaving on a positive note. The council missed multiple opportunities to intervene in the case.

More than 60 people are eligible for the interim mayor position in Charlotte, with 32 applicants presenting to the council. All candidates must be evaluated despite the large number of applicants.

A commuter described as 'unwell' was fined £250 by a council enforcement officer for spitting on grass during a coughing fit. The incident involved a public health-related enforcement action by local authorities.

A council report led to the dismissal of enforcement officers after they threatened to violently attack a man. The officers were sacked following allegations of extreme aggression.

Flood-affected residents in Katima Mulilo, Namibia, are being evicted from relocation camps despite lacking alternative housing. The local council is actively removing them from these temporary shelters.

A seven-year-old girl was hospitalized after a ceiling collapsed in a council flat. Her parents had previously reported a leak that was not repaired.

Sara Sharif's five siblings will stay in Pakistan with her killer's father. The council's attempt to return them to the UK has failed.

The council removed fences blocking a bridleway after a six-year legal battle, which locals celebrated, although the owner plans to take the case to the European Court of Human Rights.

Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume warned residents against purchasing land in the capital and building without verifying with the council. The warning comes amid disputes over the council's role in ongoing demolitions.

A widow purchased a fly-tipped wasteland for £57,000 and converted it into a farm for schoolchildren, but the council has ordered her to demolish it. Travellers now seek to move into the site.

A local council installed four zebra crossings on a 90-yard road, causing traffic gridlock and long vehicle queues. Businesses in the town centre are reporting lost trade due to the congestion.

A council apologized for stating that e-bikes can help women 'look nice' and 'perform their traditional domestic responsibilities'. The statement sparked controversy, leading to an official apology.

EU negotiators reached a compromise on air passenger rights, retaining the three-hour delay threshold for compensation and introducing new obligations for airlines to provide compensation claim links. The final deal awaits approval by the conciliation committee by June 15.

France, Spain, and five allies in Europe are urging the EU to maintain its pro-electric car policy. They hold a blocking minority in the Council.

The article discusses a debate over expanding water bill assistance for low-income households, the first visible installation of the Chinatown Stitch cap park, and the inclusion of the President’s House Site on the 2026 Most Endangered Places list.

A secret million-pound home constructed in place of a horse breeding clinic was dismantled after a council ordered its demolition. The property was built without approval and later removed following official action.

A local council faced ridicule for installing speed bumps to slow drivers near unaddressed potholes, highlighting perceived incompetence in infrastructure management. The decision drew criticism for prioritizing traffic control over fixing existing road damage.

Residents in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, are confused by a 'School: Keep Clear' sign installed on Greendock Street, as the school it referenced closed 15 years ago. Hassan Ali, a local resident, learned about the sign while on holiday in Budapest, highlighting the community's bafflement over the delayed signage.

A council was granted a High Court injunction to stop diggers from tearing up a field over the Bank Holiday weekend, which was intended to make way for caravans. The action sparked controversy due to the disruption caused during the public holiday.

A Reform-led council has decided to end meetings with the national anthem. This policy change represents a shift in council meeting procedures and reflects the priorities of the Reform party leadership.