Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities6 hrs agoTwo Oxfordshire councils reject election delayCherwell District Council and West Oxfordshire District Council indicate polls will go ahead in May.6 hrs ago1 day agoManchester's Bonfire Night displays could returnThe potential move comes after changes to government money made available to councils.1 day ago28 Dec 2025Rural councils say new funding plan falls shortCouncillors in County Durham and Northumberland say the plans short-change their communities.28 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Leaders 'cannot ignore flaws' in plan for new townCouncil leaders say concerns over the plan for up to 20,000 homes include the impact on the green belt.24 Dec 202518 Dec 2025Dispute over Oxfordshire funding announcementSean Woodcock said Oxfordshire would get a £141.6m cash injection, but the county council disagrees.18 Dec 202517 Dec 2025Labour lifts council tax cap in six southern areasThe councils are among those expected to lose out under a move to shift funding to more deprived areas.17 Dec 202516 Dec 2025Government-backed regeneration projects axed It comes after an audit of one of the schemes highlighted concerns with governance and finances. 16 Dec 202515 Dec 2025Combined authority's improvement plan 'on track'The Tees Valley Combined Authority is working to improve its governance, culture and partnerships.15 Dec 202513 Dec 2025Grenfell to be lit at night as 'visible reminder'Lights at the tower's corners will be tested on Saturday before being fully switched on from Sunday.13 Dec 2025...
