Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities3 days agoNeighbours in different councils after shake-up New boundaries are planned which would mean one part of Totnes would be in a separate council area.3 days ago7 days agoMayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisionsHousing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes".7 days ago21 Aug 2026London boroughs challenge PM on council tax hikesIt follows reforms meaning more money is directed to deprived areas while wealthy areas get less.21 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Burnham unveils plan to get rough sleepers off streets for ChristmasRough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.19 Aug 202615 Aug 2026Unauthorised sites are growing but travellers say they are forced to break the lawThe government says such developments are unacceptable – so why do they keep springing up?15 Aug 202627 Jul 2026PM invited to Thames Valley in push for devolution and mayorHe is invited by a local council leader to visit the area in an attempt to restart mayoral plans.27 Jul 202627 Jul 2026Owning a home 'not an option for my generation'Young people say the option of owning their own home is being taken away from them.27 Jul 202625 Jul 2026North-east of England receives fewest Green Flag awardsThe North East received just 57 awards, much lower than most regions of England, which had over 100.25 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Why is Hertfordshire preparing to bin its councils?An announcement is expected this week on how Hertfordshire's local government will be shaken up.14 Jul 2026...
