The Latest Breaking News from Council

Update on plans to transform historic library into community hub

Earlier this year, Sefton Council said it was "seeking clarification" after work appeared to have stalled

Liverpool Echo · Sep 16, 2022

Developer seeks to expand proposed Kibblseworth housing project to 270 properties

KIbblesworth could be home to 270 new properties if councillors approve the expansion to Taylor Wimpey's plans

Chronicle Live · Sep 16, 2022

Gateshead council says safety changes have been made following probe into work on house

An investigation was launched following concerns over the removal of a chimney at a property

Chronicle Live · Sep 16, 2022

East Lothian nursery funding withdrawn over 'approach to inclusion'

The council said earlier this week it would not renew its 1140 hours contract with Bright Stars Nursery Group, and has now written to parents to stress that this decision will not be reviewed for at least 12 months.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 15, 2022

Former council leader shares awkward encounter with the Queen on a visit to Cardiff which left him 'panicked'

Councillor Russell Goodway said his association with The Queen did not get off to the best of starts

Wales Online · Sep 15, 2022

Council pay €400,000 to remove 'section' of illegal Coolock dump plaguing locals

The giant mound of commercial and household rubbish has been building for over ten years and has led to fury from local residents

Dublin Live · Sep 15, 2022

Developer hints at legal action over Liverpool Council's Festival Gardens decision

Ion Developments "very disappointed" as council launches full procurement process for 1500 homes on waterfront site

Liverpool Echo · Sep 15, 2022

Liverpool to take 'strongest action' on those who fail to pay council tax

Policy is being reworked after it created an 'obstacle' for council

Liverpool Echo · Sep 15, 2022

Queen’s funeral to be screened in park on ‘doorstep’ of Palace of Holyroodhouse

Edinburgh council bosses said the event in Holyrood Park will see the city ‘come together and pay our final respects’.

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2022

Major city streets to remain closed to cars despite council losing £1m

Liverpool Without Walls was adopted more than two years ago as coronavirus spread

Liverpool Echo · Sep 15, 2022