Local Government Association4 days agoCouncil tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours comparesIt will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show. 4 days ago4 Mar 2026Council finance department 'firefighting' for yearsThe Local Government Association has criticised the running of Gloucester City Council's finance department.4 Mar 202626 Oct 2025Car parking charges using motorists as a 'cash cow'As councils' parking fees are criticised, they respond by saying it goes on road safety and public transport.26 Oct 202524 Sep 2025Abuse threats prompt political privacy moveCity of York councillors will no longer have their addresses made public by default.24 Sep 202522 Sep 2025Teen pregnancies up for the first time in 14 yearsGosport is one of the areas in England to have seen the largest increase in under-18 conceptions.22 Sep 202530 Jul 2025Major healthcare equipment firm on brink of failure NRS Healthcare, which provides wheelchairs, hoists and other equipment, is expected to run out of cash by the end of the week, the BBC understands.30 Jul 202515 Jul 2025Are taxpayers funding a cost of dying crisis?Tackling deprivation is crucial in reversing a rise in state-funded funerals, researchers say.15 Jul 202529 Jun 2025The flag lady raising the standards in her villageShe speaks out amid debate about whether flag flying is becoming too political. 29 Jun 20253 Mar 2025Lone asylum-seeking children's care causing council overspendsMore money is needed for children who have fled their countries alone, the government is told.3 Mar 2025...
