The Latest Breaking News from Local Government

Latest school shooting in Thailand may spur calls in Asia for more active safety drills

The latest shooting at a school in Thailand may increase interest in active shooter drills across Southeast Asia

The Independent UK · Sep 3

London leaders accuse Andy Burnham of imposing massive council tax rises

Leaders of Westminster, Wandsworth and Kensington and Chelsea town halls argue they are being forced to significantly increase bills or slash services to plug massive budget holes

Evening Standard · Aug 21

Vulnerable London teenager threatened with eviction after council failed to pay for her accommodation

A Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman report found the council’s failings put the girl’s placement at risk and caused her dad avoidable stress and frustration

Evening Standard · May 21

China's controversial super-embassy in London gets go-ahead despite warning security risks cannot be avoided

Local Government Secretary Steve Reed approved the proposals for the complex at Royal Mint Court, opposite the Tower of London

Evening Standard · Jan 20

Mayoral elections delay confirmed by minister amid ‘affront to democracy’ claims

Local Government Secretary Steve Reed said the Government is ‘minded’ to push mayoral elections in four areas planned for next year back to 2028.

Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2025

London council slammed by watchdog after 500 police reports 'left unread by social workers'

Vulnerable residents left without help after 1,100 emails ignored by ‘utterly negligent’ social workers

Evening Standard · Oct 4, 2025

Rural councils to get money for ‘remoteness’ cost in funding shake-up – Rayner

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has announced a ‘comprehensive review’ of local government aimed at slashing red tape and reforming funding.

Evening Standard · Jul 3, 2025

Rural councils to get extra money because they’re more remote, Rayner announces

The deputy prime minister has announced a ‘comprehensive review’ of local government aimed at slashing red tape and reforming funding

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Just the ticket? The problem with local body candidates aligning with national political parties

With accusations flying thick and fast last year about supposed “dysfunction” and a “shambles” at Wellington City Council, Local Government Minister Simeon Brown stepped in and appointed a Crown Observer.

The Conversation · Jun 4, 2025

'So quick': dog licences recommended after fatal attack

Owners of dog breeds regularly involved in attacks could one day require licences, after a two-year-old was fatally mauled by two animals at a rural motel.

AAP · Feb 26, 2025