Havering implements the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, banning cigarette sales to anyone born after 2009 to eliminate long-term addiction risks.

Projections for the 2026 UK local elections suggest the Conservative Party may lose over 200 seats. Analyze the 'Blue Wall' battlegrounds and key risks.

Find out how the May 7, 2026, London borough elections will affect council tax, social care, and local infrastructure across all 32 councils.

Northamptonshire councils host a free webinar on May 14 to tackle men's mental health stigma with expert advice and lived experience stories.

Shropshire implements a new smart waste management strategy to enhance street cleanliness and optimize collection routes across the county.

Sefton restores in-house pest control after 15 years. Professional wasp and ant treatments now available for domestic and commercial properties.

Thousands of families visit Whitby this weekend for the annual maritime heritage festival featuring tall ships and traditional fishing displays.

Ealing celebrates Gunnersbury Park's 100th anniversary with a community picnic, 1920s jazz, and historical tours on May 25. Free entry for all.

West Northamptonshire Council confirms three-weekly black bin collections for Northampton and South Northants starting in 2027. Read the full details.

Wigan’s public health director outlines how arts and community groups are reducing reliance on traditional health services through creative health.

Stockport launches the ND Early Help Model, providing immediate support for children with ADHD or autism without waiting for a formal diagnosis.

Sefton private renters now benefit from a ban on no-fault evictions and rental bidding wars under the new Renters’ Rights Act. Read the 2026 updates.

Redbridge Council Leader Kam Rai announces increased CCTV and police patrols following the Golders Green attack to protect the local community.

Newham Council exits emergency support with a 2026 budget plan that maintains low tax rates and invests £2.4m in food waste services.

Authorities in Liverpool seize sound equipment from an Albany Road property after repeated noise complaints and ignored legal warnings.