Posties Park, facing delays and budget increases, is now slated to open in March with a gym, track, and review of project spending. Delay hit Posties Park Set to Open in March Following Council Update Hey, I have some local news. Councillors discussed Posties Park at a meeting. The sports hub was supposed to open…
Councillors press for updates on the Marine Colliery site regeneration. Focus shifts to existing infrastructure and a potential operations center. Update Urged for Blaenau Gwent Colliery Regeneration Following Council Meeting At a council meeting on January 28th, they discussed property. Councillors will get more details in March. Wayne Hodgins asked about a new “Centre of…
Councillor Thomas Robinson faces criticism for £1,803.10 council tax arrears, preventing him from voting and raising questions about his role. Darlington Councillor Thomas Robinson Faces Scrutiny Over Council Tax Arrears Thomas Robinson said he owed council tax. He spoke at last week’s council meeting because he had arrears and therefore would not vote. The vote…
A council meeting in Reading escalated when a woman shouted in protest over Gaza. Reading Police Nearly Called Over Commotion During Council Meeting Reading: A council meeting in Reading got pretty heated. A woman in the audience almost got kicked out. She wanted to ask questions, but the Mayor, Glenn Dennis, said no public statements…
A heated council meeting in Darlington sparked a feud over social media claims Darlington Feud Erupts Over Photo Claims Council ‘Doesn’t Care’ Darlington: A council meeting got heated on Thursday night. Labour accused the Conservatives of using “inflammatory” language on social media. This, they said, puts councillors at risk. The trouble started when a member…
Dudley Council has approved a rent increase and reduced tax support for working-age residents, aiming for significant budget savings. Dudley Council Approves Rent Hike and Cuts to Tax Reductions Dudley: The council met on January 30 to discuss important changes. They approved a rent hike and cuts to council tax reduction for working-age residents. This…
South Kesteven District Council will discuss burial fee differences for Muslims and non-Muslims at Grantham Cemetery after concerns were raised. South Kesteven Council to Review Burial Fees Discrepancies at Grantham Cemetery Grantham: Councillors are looking into burial fees at Grantham Cemetery. There’s a concern that it costs more for non-Muslims to be buried there. Some…
Stratford is gearing up for a meeting to discuss how devolution could change local governance and what it means for residents Stratford to Hold Meeting on Impact of Warwickshire Devolution Plans Stratford: Devolution is on the horizon for Warwickshire, and there’s a meeting coming up where you can share your thoughts. It’s all happening at…
Romsey Town Council’s recent vote to remove prayers sparked debate, even referencing Trump, highlighting the clash of beliefs in a diverse society. Trump Mentioned as Romsey Town Council Votes to Remove Prayers from Agenda Romsey: The Town Council had a heated discussion about whether to keep prayers on the agenda. It was a close call,…
Residents were left without water after a mains burst, prompting council members to demand accountability and a public inquiry into the response. Welsh Water Faces Criticism at Conwy Council Meeting Over Crisis Conwy: Last week, a major water mains burst at a treatment plant in Dolgarrog left many residents without water. It was a tough…
Foster carers in Northumberland are raising serious concerns about pay and support during a heated council meeting Foster Carers Disrupt Northumberland County Council Meeting Over Pay Issues Morpeth: Foster carers are really feeling the heat lately. They gathered outside County Hall to voice their worries about the local care system’s future. It’s been a tough…
