Kensington and Chelsea aims for savings with the UK’s lowest council tax rise, while facing budget pressures and some service cuts. Kensington Council Announces £16m Savings With Tax Increase Kensington and Chelsea aims for £16m savings. They propose a small council tax increase, and rent will increase by 2.7 percent. Service charges rise 10 percent…
Health and safety checks are conducted at Glasgow homeless hotels due to concerns over housing standards. Glasgow Homeless Hotels Face Health, Safety Checks Amid Standards Concern Glasgow teams checked seven hotels. These hotels house people without homes. The checks were for health and safety standards. The council stated that the hotels followed advice. No enforcement…
A farmer was rescued by helicopter after getting stuck trying to save sheep trapped in brambles near Auchencairn. Farmer Airlifted After Sheep Rescue Attempt in Scottish Highlands A Scottish farmer needed an airlift. She tried rescuing two stranded sheep. Sue Dale-Sunley was alerted on Sunday. A walker saw her sheep stuck. It was trapped in…
Elderly woman suffers significant injuries in a car park ‘incident’ at a Welsh GP surgery; police appeal for witnesses. Woman Seriously Injured in Surgery Car Park Incident in Denbigh An older lady got hurt at a doctor’s office. It happened Wednesday before 10 AM. The place was Bronyffynnon Surgery in Denbigh. The surgery is found…
Explore Crediton, a Devon town with unique shops, historic sites, and a strong community spirit. Devon Town Full of Charm Features Pretty Shops and Historical Sites Crediton is a classic Devon town. It has independent shops and green fields. It also faces challenges like other towns. The more you explore, the more interesting it gets.…
Manchester’s Christmas Markets may return to Albert Square in 2025 due to faster than expected refurbishment progress. Manchester Christmas Markets: Surprise Albert Square Return Possible The article was updated February 19, 2025. Manchester’s Christmas Markets might return to Albert Square this year. They were once a fixture there. Refurbishment closed Albert Square in 2019, and…
New funding supports EV chargers. It aims to improve lagging infrastructure for electric vehicles in North East England. North East Mayor Welcomes £15.8m EV Charger Boost Plan The North East mayor praised EV charger plans. They still need more chargers for future demand. The North East got £15.8 million for EV chargers and will install…
£46m scheme protects 1,000 homes, enhancing greenery and businesses safety in Rochdale and Littleborough. Flood Defence Scheme Protects Homes in Rochdale with £46 Million Project The 2015 Boxing Day floods hurt Rochdale badly. Nearby areas also suffered a lot. Now, a £46 million flood defense project started. This plan protects around 1,000 homes to prevent…
4000 Litres of oil leaked from a Croydon bus depot into River Wandle, posing threat to local wildlife. Oil Spill at Croydon Bus Depot Raises Fears for River Wildlife A lot of oil leaked into the River Wandle. Officials estimate it was around 4,000 liters, coming from a bus station tank. The oil spill has…
Newcastle Council confirms permanent pedestrian and cycle zone. It bans vehicles near St James’ Park for safety & better access. Newcastle Pedestrian Zone Approved Near St James Park Permanently The city will ban vehicles on Strawberry Lane permanently. This change will improve safety. It affects Newcastle United fans and city workers. The council plans a…