Localgovernment

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 universalcredit counciltax somerset disability welfarereform lcwra esa hardshipscheme socialcare localgovernment

Thousands of Universal Credit recipients in Somerset have been confronted with significantly higher council tax bills—some rising by as much as £1,000—following recent adjustments to the council tax reduction scheme. More … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 birmingham labour council strike unite resignations politicalcrisis finance bins localgovernment

Birmingham Labour’s hold on power is under serious threat after a series of resignations, defections, and absences led to a dramatic vote loss at the city council’s recent full meeting. The turmoil stems largely from ongoing … Read More

Monday, November 10, 2025 sandwell counciltax budget deficit cuts gardenwaste socialcare inflation finance localgovernment

Sandwell Council has announced plans to increase council tax and garden waste collection fees to address a £17 million shortfall in its 2026/27 budget. The council intends to implement a 4.99% rise in council tax, resulting … Read More

Sunday, November 9, 2025 staffordshire localgovernment reorganisation unitaryauthorities eastwestsplit reformuk pwc council governance equity

Staffordshire County Council leaders have reaffirmed their support for a local government reorganisation (LGR) plan dividing the county into two unitary authorities: an eastern and a western council. Backed by the Reform … Read More

Friday, November 7, 2025 westmidlands housing investment affordablehomes socialhousing regeneration councilhomes localgovernment homesengland construction

The West Midlands is set to undergo a major housing transformation with a £1.7 billion investment from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. This substantial funding will support the construction of … Read More