New parking rules by Liverpool Council near Bramley-Moore Dock anger businesses fearing closure financial impact. Parking Policy Threatens Businesses New Everton Stadium Sparks Concerns Business owners are upset with Liverpool Council. The council plans new parking rules near Bramley-Moore Dock. This is near the new Everton FC stadium. The rules are similar to those near…
Financial watchdog probes two former Woking Borough Council members over their roles leading to bankruptcy. Woking Council Bankruptcy Roles Investigated: Two Ex-Members Probed Woking Council’s bankruptcy faces scrutiny. Two ex-officers are under investigation now. The Financial Reporting Council looks at their actions. They are examining “professional standards.” This review covers 2017 to 2023 finances. Ray…
Eligible families in Ireland will receive a new €280 Newborn Baby Grant with their child benefit payment. New €280 Social Welfare Payment Starts Today For Thousands In Ireland Many families in Ireland will get a new payment worth €280. This payment is called the Newborn Baby Grant, and it is for eligible families. Dara Calleary,…
David and Karen face eviction from Earls Farm in Bolton, their home for 300 years, due to a confidential agreement with the council. Couple Given 11 Days to Leave 300 Year Family Farmhouse in Bolton David and Karen face eviction now. Their ancestral farmhouse, the 500-year-old Earls Farm in Bolton, is at risk. The town…
Tax increase approved. Conservatives honor promise to keep rise under 2 percent, despite Labour opposition. Council Tax to Rise 1.99 Percent as Tories Keep Pledge The councilors approved the 2025/26 budget. It includes a 1.99 percent council tax increase. Conservative leaders say it protects services and keeps a tax promise. The promise was to keep…
Hull Trains donated defibrillators to Bloodfast, enhancing emergency response across their East Coast route. Hull Trains Donation Will Aid City Medical Team in Saving Lives Hull Trains gave defibrillators to Bloodfast, upgrading their own devices on the trains. Bloodfast delivers blood and supplies in emergencies, operating across the UK, from Hull. Bloodfast often arrives first…
Chris Todd is the preferred candidate for Humberside Police Chief Constable after a selection process. A confirmation hearing is in March. Chris Todd Named Preferred Candidate for Humberside Police Chief The Police and Crime Commissioner chose a chief constable after a long selection process. Humberside Police had no permanent chief since June 2024, following Paul…
Falkirk councillors rejected a plan for new homes due to road safety fears raised by residents and the council’s roads team. Falkirk Housing Plan Rejected Due To Road Safety Concerns Falkirk councillors stopped a housing plan. It involved building four houses. Neighbours worried about road safety. The houses would be south of Hillcrest Square. Access…
Large Chinook helicopters flew over Scotland, causing homes in Glasgow to “shake.” It was part of a military training exercise. Giant Chinook Helicopters Cause Vibrations Over Glasgow, Scotland Hey, guess what happened in Scotland? People in Glasgow saw massive Chinook helicopters. These military planes surprised a lot of people. Some even said their homes shook…
Council may approve revised plan for 344 homes in Shenfield to avoid appeal costs. Includes more affordable housing. Essex Council Faces Scrutiny Over 344 Homes Plan Decision A developer wants to build 344 homes in Shenfield. The council rejected the plan initially. Now, they might approve a revised version. It avoids a costly appeal. Brentwood…