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England's mayors to be given power to introduce tourist tax
The government is expected to outline how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.
September 10, 2026Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes".
August 23, 2026Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail.
July 30, 2026Deputy launches proposal to reduce fuel duty
A local deputy wants to reduce fuel duty on the island by 10p a litre.
June 18, 2026Residents' health fears over plan to burn more waste
The Environment Agency has permitted for an extra 10% of waste to be burned at the Beddington incinerator.
June 7, 2026Trump says will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires - Reuters
Trump says will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires Reuters
April 23, 2026Wins and challenges: Zohran Mamdani's first 100 days in office
Mamdani has made progress on pledges for free child care and city-owned grocery stores, but many goals remain.
April 13, 2026ICE wanted to build a detention centre - this small farming town said no
Residents say they support the administration's immigration agenda - but not its plans to build a detention centre in their backyard.
April 5, 2026What does it mean for 2027? Five takeaways from local French elections - Reuters
What does it mean for 2027? Five takeaways from local French elections Reuters
March 23, 2026Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers
Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office
February 23, 2026