Slough Borough Council4 hrs agoCash-strapped council's leader to step downConservative Dexter Smith, who has led the council since May 2023, will resign his post.4 hrs ago8 Apr 2026Councils working on policy for heating oil supportA new government fund launched on 1 April will provide financial support for households on heating oil.8 Apr 20264 Apr 2026Child misses six school terms after council delaysAn authority is ordered to pay a family £12,650 over a child's missed education.4 Apr 20269 Mar 2026'Winning would turbocharge culture in our town'BBC Politics South looks at why towns in the south of England are bidding to be UK Town of Culture.9 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Council faces review over 'slow' financial progressLocal government minister Alison McGovern said Slough Borough Council lacked "strategic focus".5 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Councillors vote against 'budget of reform' Slough Borough Council's budget is due to be reconsidered after councillors voted against it.2 Mar 202624 Feb 2026Cash-strapped councils win government supportIsle of Wight, Slough, West Berkshire and Windsor & Maidenhead councils get help with their budgets.24 Feb 20263 Feb 2026First look at next stage of Horlicks factory revampThe site was bought by Berkeley Homes in 2018 and the company says it has respect for its "legacy".3 Feb 202619 Jan 2026Council to close HQ on Fridays to save moneyThe offices at Observatory House in Windsor Road will close on Fridays from 6 February.19 Jan 2026...
