Cyber attack forces London council internet shutdown
Kensington and Chelsea Council has severed office internet access after a major cyber attack, urging staff to work remotely. Key systems remain offline for days following the security breach.
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UK Budget: £1.1bn Gambling Tax Increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major gambling tax overhaul, raising online duties to generate over £1bn. Discover the impact on operators and players.
Cyber attack disrupts two major London councils
Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster City Council hit by a major cyber attack, disrupting services for 360,000 residents. Emergency plans are now in effect.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
London councils hit by major cyber attack
Multiple London councils face a serious cyber attack with residents' data potentially compromised. Discover the latest on the investigation and what it means for you.
Cyber attacks hit several London councils
Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea councils are investigating serious IT breaches with the National Cyber Security Centre. Contact services are disrupted. Stay informed.
Major cyber attack hits three London councils
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by a serious cyber security incident. NCSC assessing impact, critical services maintained. Read the latest.
Nurse suspended for racist and ageist abuse
A senior nurse at St Mary's Hospital has been suspended for 12 months after a tribunal found she bullied a colleague with racist and ageist insults. Discover the full details of the case.
Council pays £5k after SEND support failures
A West London mother receives £5,675 compensation after Ealing Council's failures left her disabled child without education and therapy for months. Discover the full investigation findings.
London Councils Targeted in Major Cyber Security Attack
Multiple London councils including Westminster face significant cyber threats with systems potentially down until weekend. Staff warned of phishing attacks as services disrupted.
Hounslow mum fined £1000 for envelope fly-tipping
A single mother and NHS nurse faces a £1000 fine from Hounslow Council for placing an envelope near full bins. Critics call the penalty excessive and demand cancellation.
Major cyber attack targets multiple London councils
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Council votes to rename Prince Andrew Way
Mid and East Antrim council has unanimously voted to begin the process of renaming Prince Andrew Way in Carrickfergus following the stripping of his royal titles. Discover the local reaction and the implications of the change.
Over 200 council homes for Battersea Power Station
Wandsworth Council partners with developers to build 203 council homes at Battersea Power Station, boosting affordable housing to 15%. A major step in tackling London's housing crisis.
Newham Council failed to collect £31m council tax
Newham Council admits taking 'eye off the ball' on tax collection, leaving £31m uncollected since 2018 as it considers 9% tax hike and service cuts.
Gambling tax hike could cause UK job losses
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned that increasing gambling taxes could lead to significant job losses and harm horse racing. The industry contributes £4bn annually in tax. Read the full analysis.
Prince Andrew Way to be renamed by council
A Northern Irish council begins renaming Prince Andrew Way, warning residents of significant admin. The new name will retain a royal theme. Read the full story.
Terminal cancer patient evicted, sleeps on buses
Shaner Osman, 60, with terminal cancer slept rough for weeks after Islington Council eviction. His medication went missing during the controversial procedure.
Croydon Council Tax Rise Capped at 5%
Croydon's Mayor commits to a maximum 5% council tax increase despite new government rules allowing higher rises for struggling councils. Get the latest on local finances.
Reform UK's £331m Council Savings Claim Questioned
Experts challenge Reform UK's claimed £331m council savings as EV cuts and IT deals face scrutiny. Are the numbers real or political rhetoric?
Mum's mouldy home targeted by drug dealers
A West London mother details her ordeal after drug dealers tried to 'cuckoo' her damp-ridden council home, forcing her family into temporary hotel accommodation. Read her full story.
Council error leads to minister's tax underpayment
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1,500 in council tax after Westminster Council administrative error. Full payment now made. Read the full story.
Hillingdon Finance Chief Forced Out in Council Shake-Up
Exclusive: Hillingdon Council's finance chief was asked to stand down as financial crisis deepens. Labour claims 'chaos' as council seeks third government bailout.
Nurse suspended for driving without a valid licence
A mental health nurse in London has been suspended for nine months after lying about having a driving licence to secure her job and driving colleagues illegally. Discover the full details of the NMC hearing.
Former Soho toilet to become café or shop
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
Greenwich Play Centres Face Closure in Council Savings Plan
Greenwich Council reveals plans to transform youth play provision, potentially closing two adventure play centres to address a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say in the consultation running until December 14.
New 1,300-home neighbourhood planned for Dagenham
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
Brent Council uses AI to plug £10m budget hole
Facing a £10m deficit, Brent Council proposes AI service redesign and selling empty buildings. Council tax to rise 4.99%. Have your say on the draft budget by January 30.
Earl's Court 4,000-home development set for approval
Hammersmith and Fulham Council recommended to approve first phase of £10bn Earl's Court regeneration, delivering 4,000 homes and 12,000 jobs in West London.
Earl's Court kebab shop applies for 5am licence
Star Kebab House in Earl's Court wants to extend hours until 5am, facing resident opposition over anti-social behaviour fears. Council decision expected November 27.
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