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06 May 2026

Council tax is soaring, but where does the money actually go?

Despite upping taxes and penalties, local authorities are finding themselves in increasingly precarious financial positions as elections loom[more...]

06 May 2026

National borrowing costs increase

Long-term UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998 as the Iran war continues and concerns rise over political uncertainty in the lead-up to… [more...]

05 May 2026

Potholes and local elections

Opinion polls suggest potholes rank alongside the cost of living, health services and crime as the key deciding issue for how people will vote in the… [more...]

05 May 2026

Unregistered Children's Settings

The use of illegal, unregistered children's homes in England has increased by more than 370 per cent in five years, according to a new report published… [more...]

05 May 2026

Council Tax on Second Homes

Councils are expected to lose £383 million as second home owners avoid paying double council tax on their properties, according to estimates by property agents Colliers.… [more...]