Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities23 hrs agoNo council shake-up before general election says leader Suffolk leader says announcement on Local Government Reorganisation could happen by end of month.23 hrs ago2 days agoPlayground staff say they are fighting 'tooth and nail' to stay openThe government is being urged to support playgrounds so that children can continue to play safely.2 days ago3 days agoCouncil review finds misogyny and bullying cultureCommissioners could now be appointed to work for three years to help the authority improve.3 days ago6 days agoWhy are councils rebelling over planning rules?Central Bedfordshire Council refuses to recognise new rules on who decides planning applications.6 days ago7 days agoCould power to rent empty shops help high streets?The government is providing councils with funding to carry out rental auctions on empty shop units.7 days ago7 Oct 2026Tenant called a tramp by housing firm workerBeyond Housing apologises for an “unacceptable” comment and workers’ mocking behaviour.7 Oct 20262 Oct 2026Tenants group may also face charges over GrenfellPolice have sent files on the Kensington and Chelsea Tenants Management Organisation to prosecutors.2 Oct 202629 Sept 2026Council formally fights government on housing planThe current Local Plan requires 47,300 new homes to be built across the area by 2043.29 Sept 202622 Sept 2026Council likely to seek further £8m government bailoutThe council previously received £15.5m of Exceptional Support Funding from the government in February.22 Sept 2026...
