Lisburn and Castlereagh Council left with parking fine debts worth over £76,000 "The council must approve the write off of the car park debts, including those which have arisen before April 2015..." Belfast Live · Nov 23, 2022
Council at centre of the second home crisis reveals plans for massive hike in council tax bills The rise for people owning second home will be introduced in the spring next year Wales Online · Nov 23, 2022
Deal struck for £400million city centre development as council agrees to buy hotel car park The first phase of the plans include two office buildings with 320,000 sq ft and a 581-space multi-storey car park Manchester Evening News · Nov 23, 2022
War of words continues over removal of Victorian Labor election billboards despite court ruling Darebin council has denied ALP accusation of ‘blatant political interference’ in the tightly contested seat of Northcote The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2022
Victorian Electoral Commission limits campaigners at booth over 'poor behaviour' ahead of state election The electoral commission limits the number of campaigners allowed at a pre-polling booth in Melbourne's north-west over concerns about poor behaviour and intimidation. ABC News · Nov 23, 2022
New commissioner appointed to turn around troubled children's services The service had recently been reviewed following a dire Ofsted inspection earlier this year Liverpool Echo · Nov 22, 2022
Residents of apartment block facing mass eviction to hold rally outside Dail Residents of 35 apartments at Tathony House were served with eviction notices last month Dublin Live · Nov 22, 2022
Edinburgh education boss hits back at minister's comment over Gaelic school delay Both the council and the Scottish Government say they have not been able to find a suitable city centre site for the Gaelic school. Edinburgh Live · Nov 21, 2022
The Mancunian Way: Council Tax conundrum Read the Mancunian Way newsletter for Monday, November 21, 2022 Manchester Evening News · Nov 21, 2022
Cutting back council tax support could save Liverpool Council millions A consultation on the plans could be launched this week Liverpool Echo · Nov 21, 2022
Glasgow M8 'green' barrier at school to protect children from pollution It is one of a large number of green space and infrastructure projects rolling out in the Anderston, city and Yorkhill area following council funding. Glasgow Live · Nov 21, 2022
U.S. calls for U.N. Security Council president's statement on North Korea missiles The United States called on Monday for a United Nations Security Council presidential statement to hold North Korea accountable for its missile tests after Pyongyang's launch last week of an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the U.S. mainland. Reuters · Nov 21, 2022
Vulnerable man ‘abandoned’ and discharged from hospital into budget hotel Exclusive: ‘He’s been pretty much abandoned. He’s a very vulnerable person and in need of support.’ says Jackie Mann The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2022
More transparency is needed on soccer facility plan Chicago housing officials have yet to disclose key details of the plan to lease valuable land to the Chicago Fire for a soccer practice facility, according to a new ProPublica report. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 21, 2022
Belfast Live · Nov 20, 2022 Pat Jennings set to be immortalised with statue in his home city The plans have been supported by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Nov 20, 2022 With the midterms over, the 2023 Philadelphia mayoral race is shifting into high gear PHILADELPHIA — In America’s culture of perpetual politics, the end of one election cycle marks the beginning of another.
Dublin Live · Nov 20, 2022 Taoiseach hints another bumper cost of living package next year He revealed the plans during an annual convention of Fianna Fail councillors in Dublin yesterday
Los Angeles Times · Nov 19, 2022 In West Hollywood election, a famously liberal city appears to take a moderate turn LOS ANGELES — In November 1984, the newly formed city of West Hollywood grabbed the world's attention when it seated the nation's first City Council with an openly gay majority.
Belfast Live · Nov 18, 2022 Councillors say council financial crisis can't be dumped on those in cost of living hardship "We don't agree with some who are already saying 'nothing can be done'"
Edinburgh Live · Nov 18, 2022 Edinburgh to withdraw support for Forth freeport bid as councillors were not given a vote Plans for the free trade zone will now go back to councillors for consideration before the council's support is confirmed.
Belfast Live · Nov 18, 2022 Newry, Mourne and Down Council reports almost 20,000 sick days among staff "I would ask that the council provides more resources for employees to connect with them and communicate any health concerns ."
Liverpool Echo · Nov 18, 2022 Council tax rise not on cards in Wirral after government allows 5% increase “Why should our council tax payers, particularly the poorest, have to pay for this government’s incompetence?"
WEKU · Nov 18, 2022 Rural land preservationists and developers both interested in Lexington Goal-Four report Future deliberations on development and preservation may be guided by a report compiled by a special panel. The Goal Four report became the topic of conversation at this week’s Lexington Council work session.
Manchester Evening News · Nov 18, 2022 Manchester bar launches crowdfunder to save business and chance to win £3k drinks tab The bar has said the money 'will go long way into making a dent in the crippling debt'
Dublin Live · Nov 18, 2022 Two Dublin TDs on Russian sanctions list over support of EU sanctions The travel ban list included 52 Irish politicians and businessmen, including the Taoiseach and Tánaiste