Residents on Riverside Drive install flood defenses after a £30m project fails. They still live with the trauma from past flooding. Riverside Drive Residents Fight Floods After Project Falls Through Folks on Riverside Drive live in fear of floods. They have been waiting a decade for proper protection, and they’re taking action themselves now. Many…
Mountain rescue teams saved five climbers after two separate avalanches in the Cairngorms within three days. Cairngorms: Avalanches Prompt Rescue of Five Climbers in Three Days Hey, I have some news! Mountain rescuers saved five climbers in the Cairngorms. Two avalanches triggered by people happened there. This all occurred in just three days. The Cairngorm…
Callaghan House, formerly an office building, may be converted into six council flats to address housing shortages in Cardiff. Cardiff Office Block Could Become Council Flats for Those in Need Cardiff may get new council flats. A former office block could become housing, giving Callaghan House a new purpose after Cardiff Women’s Aid ceased operating…
Council denies cutting housing funds despite a 2.7% rent rise. It cites increased income to improve housing, addressing repair backlogs. Newcastle Council Rejects Social Housing Cut Claim Amid Rent Increase Newcastle council denies cutting social housing funds. Rent for council tenants will rise by 2.7% in April. Service and garage rents will also increase. The…
Ex-MP starts petition against council selling land off Oregon Way, possibly enabling a Brook Farm housing project. Former MP Fights Council Land Sale for Potential New Housing Estate A land sale fight is happening in Chaddesden. A former MP and residents oppose it. The council wants to sell grass off Oregon Way. Amanda Solloway and…
The bus gate on Camden Road is cancelled due to intense local backlash over access concerns Bath Bus Gate Scrapped Following Strong Resident Opposition Bath won’t get a bus gate on Camden Road. Locals strongly opposed the original plan. The council considered it for the liveable neighborhood program. It would have been at Camden Road…
Falkirk Council leader hails £25M funding from John Swinney for Grangemouth’s sustainable industrial transition. Grangemouth Receives £25 Million Boost For Just Transition The Falkirk Council leader is happy about funding. John Swinney announced £25 million for Grangemouth. The money will help Grangemouth’s industrial complex and ensure sustainability in the area. Swinney said the job cuts…
Taxpayers may face a £10m bill after Cardiff Capital Region lost a court case related to the Aberthaw power plant demolition contract. Aberthaw Power Station Could Cost Taxpayers £10m After Contract Dispute Okay, listen to this weird story. Cardiff Capital Region lost a court case, and taxpayers might lose £10 million because of it. This…
Litter along the Taff River in Cardiff creates a poor impression for tourists visiting Principality Stadium. Cardiff Litter Mess a ‘Really Sad’ Welcome for Wales Capital Visitors A local councillor thinks the Taff River litter is “really sad.” Councillor Singh spoke about the river near Principality Stadium. Many tourists see this area first when arriving.…
Homeowners and private renters in Stoke-on-Trent may get free solar panels. A £7 million scheme boosts home energy efficiency. Stoke-on-Trent Homes to Get Free Solar Panels in £7 Million Scheme Good news for Stoke-on-Trent families in private homes. They could get help improving their homes and the city may get up to £7 million. This…