Worcestershire Unitary Council Halted
Our local councils have earmarked millions of pounds for this botched reorganisation, and staff have even made life decisions based on these announcements.
7 Sep 2026
National News
Newcastle - Citywide
Cracking down on self-styled "auditors" targeting vulnerable people in Newcastle
Deputy Leader of the Council Mark Mitchell says the Council will seek prosecution of those who are harassing or persisting with unwelcome attention, filming in public places to post on social media for likes and comments.
7 Sep 2026
Hartlepool
'Chaos' at the Council as Reform leader calls quits after just four months.
Town's Liberal Democrats are calling for the next leader to 'put the town first'.
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7 Sep 2026
Cheshire West Lib Dems change their stance on Peak Cluster
Cheshire West and Chester Liberal Democrats have joined the near-unanimous cross-party opposition to the controversial Peak Cluster carbon capture and pipeline project in Cheshire West and Chester.
7 Sep 2026
Families and businesses in Liverpool are left to ‘fend for themselves’ as only 8.25% of burglary cases in Merseyside result in a charge
In Merseyside, a total of 4,110 burglaries were recorded, according to 2025 crime figures analysed by the Liberal Democrats. Cllr Carl Cashman, Leader of the Liverpool Liberal Democrats, has slammed the Government’s handling of crime.
7 Sep 2026
South Warwickshire
Local Government Reorganisation U-TURN
Plans to create two unitary authorities in Warwickshire are to be reviewed
7 Sep 2026