Fewer than one in 20 burglaries in West Mercia result in a charge
Worcester Liberal Democrats have called for urgent action as almost two-thirds of burglary cases close without a suspect being...
7 Sep 2026
National News
Government U-turn on Kent Local Government Reorganisation
Government U-turn on Kent Local Government Reorganisation leaves councils with the bill and residents in the dark - Labour Government accused of wrecking confidence in Local Government Reorganisation.
7 Sep 2026
John Milne MP Newsletter
Horsham's Man in Westminser: Local government reorganisation shambles
It was the first week back in parliament after summer recess. It was jam-packed, with the first PMQs from Andy Burnham, as well as extraordinary revelations from a new programme on the funding of Reform UK.
7 Sep 2026
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
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