Scots voice anger over council tax increases, the largest in 20 years, urging councils to prioritize essential services. Scots Slam Council Tax Hikes; Demand Focus on Local Priorities Now Scots are upset about rising council taxes. It is the biggest increase in 20 years. Councils raised rates at least 7.5 percent, despite John Swinney’s desire…
Fraser, an Aberdeen schoolboy conquering cancer, dreams of Disneyland Paris. A fundraiser aims to make his wish a reality. Aberdeen Boy Battles Cancer, Now Hopes for Disneyland Dream Trip Fraser, a boy from Aberdeen, bravely fought cancer. His family hopes to make his Disneyland Paris dream happen. He was diagnosed with leukemia before he turned…
Six households evacuated due to a Godstone sinkhole can return home after safety assessments. Investigations continue into the cause. Godstone Sinkhole: Evacuated Surrey Residents Return After Safety Checks A sinkhole opened in a road in Godstone, causing road closures and diversions. Thirty homes had to be evacuated. This happened on Monday night, February 17. Another…
Council approves tax rise, safeguarding Christmas trees, fireworks, and parking. Tough choices avoid deeper service cuts Hartlepool Council Tax Rises But Festive Favourites Are Spared Good news! Hartlepool saved Christmas trees and fireworks. Car parking deals continue. But, council tax will increase by 4.99%. The council approved a budget for 2025/26 and will save £2.849…
Plymouth Council faces a £2m tax rise due to National Insurance, jeopardizing its budget and triggering opposition. Plymouth Hit by Huge Tax Increase Threatening Balanced Budget Plymouth Council faces a £2 million cost due to a new rise in employer taxes. The tax, called National Insurance, increased by 1.2% in April, and a councillor thinks…
Students in Caerphilly may walk six miles daily due to school transport cuts. Older students affected. Council seeks £1.1M savings. School Transport Cuts: Children May Face Six Mile Daily Walks Hey, check this out. Caerphilly might cut free school buses. Some kids could end up walking six miles each day. These changes only affect older…
Burnham’s tourist tax plan for Manchester draws criticism. Concerns raised about impact on hospitality and visitor burden. Manchester Tourist Tax Faces Opposition: Concerns Over Burden on Visitors Andy Burnham wants a tourist tax for Manchester. The tax would be mandatory for visitors, applying to those staying in Greater Manchester. He wants a “proper levy,” discussing…
Unusual job alert! Lincoln Imporium seeks an Imp Catcher to maintain city legends and craft with mystical energy. Lincoln Imporium Seeks Imp Catcher for an Adventurous Role Want a job that’s not a typical office gig? The Lincoln Imporium seeks a unique person. They need someone for a very unusual job; it’s one of the…
Residents quiz council on Grangemouth’s future, demanding better housing, investment benefits, and a town train station. Grangemouth Residents Question Falkirk Council Chiefs About Town’s Future Grangemouth residents met with Falkirk Council chiefs. The meeting occurred on Thursday evening and many residents asked tough questions. More than one hundred people attended the meeting at Grangemouth High…
Council approves 29 houses near Caersws in Powys despite flood risk fears; decision goes to Welsh inspectors. Houses Near Flood Risk Approved Despite Concerns in Powys, Wales Council members agreed on a housing project. It is planned for land near possible flooding. The plan involves 29 houses. This would happen at Pen-y-Borfa, near Caersws. Caersws…