Five candidates to contest former Oldham leader's seat in by-election after her sudden death Labour representative Ms Stretton died in September while serving as a councillor for Hollinwood ward Manchester Evening News · Nov 3, 2022
UN Rejects Russia Call for Biological Weapons Probe The Security Council on Wednesday rejected a resolution drafted by Russia calling for an investigation into its accusations of Washington's involvement in the alleged development of biological weapons in Ukraine. Russia had officially requested last week a UN investigation into the accusations, which it has regularly made since the start… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 3, 2022
Couple with £325K home built just metres from 70mph road win council battle A couple have won a battle with their council after suffering loud constant pollution from a road located next to their £325,000 home and claiming proper checks were not made on the property Daily Mirror · Nov 3, 2022
Kenyatta Johnson and his wife, Dawn Chavous, acquitted at federal bribery trial PHILADELPHIA — A federal jury acquitted Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson on federal bribery charges Wednesday, rejecting what his lawyers described as an overreaching prosecution that threatened to end his political career. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Nov 3, 2022
Lightfoot makes environmental concession, but critics still not satisfied The mayor is proposing to beef up the Office of Climate and Environmental Equity — from six employees to 10 — and take it out of the mayor’s office, placing it under a director who would be confirmed by the City Council. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 2, 2022
Couple trolled after moving into home metres away from busy road win battle against council Jackie and James McCormack thought the home would be their dream - but it quickly turned into a nightmare Wales Online · Nov 2, 2022
Belfast Council Chief says rates freeze proposal "incompetent" Belfast residents and businesses are facing the city's biggest raise in council tax next year Belfast Live · Nov 2, 2022
Couple win council battle after buying nightmare home next to 70mph road Just metres away from the 70mph road, Jackie McCormack and her husband, James, had been shocked when they bought the home after discovering the extent of the noise and pollution. Edinburgh Live · Nov 2, 2022
Six community hubs proposed by council to tackle financial and social struggles As the cost of living crisis continues, North Tyneside Council proposes six community hubs to support struggling residents Chronicle Live · Nov 1, 2022
Warning as 'aggressive' cold callers claiming to be ex-cons target people The council shared the warning following a rise in such incidents nationally Liverpool Echo · Nov 1, 2022
Council 'confident' of change after verdict on 'bleak' children's services A government appointed commissioner spent three months reviewing the council's troubled children's service Liverpool Echo · Nov 1, 2022
WRU chairman Rob Butcher stands down from role for personal reasons just days after losing crucial vote In a statement, the outgoing WRU chair said he had made the decision not to stand prior to Sunday's AGM Wales Online · Nov 1, 2022
Glasgow considers bid to host Euro 2028 championship at Hampden The event, which would feature world class players, would bring an economic boost to Scotland according to a council paper. Glasgow Live · Nov 1, 2022
Walker tower blocks demolition delayed yet again as council blames gas pipe for latest setback Hexham House and Titan House are both empty and have been earmarked for demolition since 2018 Chronicle Live · Nov 1, 2022
WEKU · Nov 1, 2022 Six Lexington candidates vying for three At-Large council spots in next Tuesday's election The Lexington mayor’s race has attracted a great deal of attention in the bluegrass community. But running a close second at city hall is the at-large council contest.
Liverpool Echo · Oct 31, 2022 Verdict on troubled children's service where council 'lost sight of responsibilities' A government-appointed commissioner has now released his report into the service
Belfast Live · Oct 31, 2022 Belfast City Council hoping to halve emissions by 2030 as it applies to join C40 Belfast has to sign up to climate "leadership standards" to join group of cities
Edinburgh Live · Oct 31, 2022 East Lothian row erupts over plans to build 'grass-roofed' house next to listed building The new four bedroom house proposed for North Berwick field will have a green planted roof to blend in with its rural location but North Berwick Community Council said it would ruin the town's 'iconic skyline'
Dynamite News · Oct 31, 2022 Sports: World Athletics Relays 2023 Postponed Until 2025 The Council said that the decision was taken with the agreement of both the Guangzhou organizing committee (LOC) and the Chinese Athletics Association (CAA). Read on for details:
Glasgow Live · Oct 31, 2022 Funding bid to refurbish two of East Renfrewshire's 'worst' primary schools The council have agreed to bid for funding from the Scottish Government to help pay fro the much-needed work.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 30, 2022 Houthis Threaten to Launch Terrorist Attacks in Response to Security Council Condemnation The Iran-backed Houthi militia responded to a UN Security Council statement condemning its attack on the al-Dabba port in Hadramout by threatening to expand its attacks and warning that it could resort to any option to target local energy facilities and maritime trade. The militias have targeted two oil ports…
Pedestrian.tv · Oct 30, 2022 The Australian Press Council Has Ripped The SMH A New One Over *That* Rebel Wilson Piece The Council found the article was "likely to cause substantial offence and distress" and intruded on Rebel Wilson's privacy.
Manchester Evening News · Oct 30, 2022 'It's all pound shops and charity stores': The Greater Manchester streets where people are desperate for change 'It needs bringing back into the 21st Century'
Dublin Live · Oct 30, 2022 Tenants protest mass eviction in city centre The residents of 35 properties at Tathony House in the capital, took their fight to Dublin City Council
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 29, 2022 Security Council Extends Mandate of UN Mission to Libya for 12 Months The Security Council voted unanimously Friday to extend the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) for a year and urged key institutions and parties in the divided north African country to agree on a roadmap to deliver presidential and parliamentary elections as soon as possible.