The Latest Breaking News from Council

Andhra Pradesh: Last date to apply for excellence awards extended

Responding to the requests from students and colleges, the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has extended the last date for submission of application for “APSCHE Excellence Awards 2022” for students of higher education sector, till May 31.

The Hindu · May 14, 2022

Belfast people 'despair' after council remove 200m of Hawthorne trees in bird nesting season

The incident on public land has been reported to police

Belfast Live · May 14, 2022

Edinburgh shop owners say they are 'struggling for survival' due to roadworks

Roseburn businesses impacted by the WestEast Link introduced by Edinburgh City Council say their concerns have been ignored and that profits have been decimated.

Edinburgh Live · May 14, 2022

India abstains in UNHRC resolution on deteriorating human rights situation in Ukraine due to Russian aggression

In the resolution as orally revised, the Human Rights Council reiterated its demand for an immediate cessation of military hostilities against Ukraine.

The Hindu · May 13, 2022

West Lothian steps up as almost 300 families offer refuge to Ukrainians

Households in towns and villages across the county have offered to provide home to those fleeing war. The council is working to put in welfare support and voluntary organisations have offered practical and emotional support

Edinburgh Live · May 13, 2022

GCC Mourns the Passing of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) mourned on Friday the death of the President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. GCC Secretary-General Dr.

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 13, 2022

Farrans Construction bags recycling hub contract in south west England

Work has begun on the site which is being developed by Bath and North East Somerset Council

Birmingham Post · May 13, 2022

Plans to replace entire Southport Pier decking as landmark is 'rotting from within'

Sefton Council are being asked to fund the project that will likely cost over £200,000

Liverpool Echo · May 13, 2022

Lexington mayoral candidates talk about crime, housing, and land use

The Primary race for mayor of Lexington includes a veteran at city hall, a first term Councilman, and a minister. The field of candidates will be trimmed down to two who will advance to the fall contest.

WEKU · May 13, 2022

Baltimore Council President Nick Mosby violated ethics law by accepting money from city contractors via legal defense fund, board rules

BALTIMORE — Baltimore City Council President Nick Mosby violated the city’s ethics ordinance by indirectly soliciting for a legal defense fund that took donations from at least two city contractors, the city’s Board of Ethics said in a ruling Thursday that ordered Mosby to stop accepting money from the fund.

Tribune News Service · May 12, 2022