The Latest Breaking News from Council

Falkirk council's new finance chief means new senior team has a 50:50 gender split

Amanda Templeman takes the reins as Falkirk Council's new chief finance officer.

Daily Record · May 3, 2022

Unite strike: Further disruption to council services expected in parts of NI this week

Unite members are striking after rejecting a 1.75% pay increase amid soaring inflation

Belfast Live · May 3, 2022

Proposed NSW government planning changes to rubber stamp development, councils warn

Councils across New South Wales are warning the state government that its proposed changes to planning laws are a "rubber stamp for developers".

ABC News · May 3, 2022

West Lothian Elections 2022: Labour promises investment in local housing and building workforce

Labour has led the minority administration since 2017 and points to the success of collegiate approach in local government to get things done, citing the council's performance during the pandemic

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2022

Local elections 2022: Wirral, Knowsley, Sefton and St Helens go to the polls for Merseyside votes

We take a look at the key issues and major battles that will define crucial council votes across our region this week

Liverpool Echo · May 2, 2022

The SNP have a clear vision for Glasgow at this vital council election

In her Daily Record column, MP Alison Thewliss says the SNP-led council in the city should be re-relected.

Daily Record · May 2, 2022

UN Extends Libya Mission by Three Months

The United Nations Security Council on Friday adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) for three months, with Russia vetoing a longer prolongation until a new envoy is appointed. The text extends until July 31, 2022 the mandate of UNSMIL and “calls upon…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 30, 2022

Nottingham City Council leader's response to call for intervention at authority

NottinghamshireLive called for intervention at the authority

Nottingham Post · Apr 30, 2022

Belfast Council agrees to appoint 'race champion' for city

Council says ethnic groups "find it challenging to engage with official structures, and difficult to play a full and equal part in civic life"

Belfast Live · Apr 29, 2022

Grange Park in Omagh set for huge transformation

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council said the work is due to begin on Tuesday 2 May

Belfast Live · Apr 29, 2022