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Councils fear the local is being taken out of local government
Ministers say a major reorganisation will save money but some councils are worried it will harm services.BBC News - 3h -
Kensington and Chelsea council to stop paying into staff pensions
Move comes as cash-strapped local authorities are expected to reduce contributionsFinancial Times - 3h -
Council shake-up in England sees elections delayed in nine areas
Angela Rayner says the reorganisation marks a generational power shift but the Tories say it is a "worrying day".BBC News - 3h -
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Trump executive orders coming on U.N. Human Rights Council, Gaza funding
President Trump will sign new executive orders withdrawing the U.S. from the United Nations Human Rights Council and cutting funding for UNRWA, a key relief agency in Gaza. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi ...CBS News - 1d -
Millions face council tax rise of more than 5%
The government has allowed six areas to bypass the usual 5% cap on council tax increases.BBC News - 1d -
UK unprepared for climate change impacts, says fire chiefs council
The National Fire Chiefs Council calls on the UK government to take "urgent action" to help protect communities.BBC News - 2d -
England’s councils expected to cut contributions to staff pensions
Local government scheme is in surplus by £85bn, according to consultant IsioFinancial Times - 2d -
Fears council shake-up could spell end of independent-run areas
Critics say merging smaller councils will make it harder for independents to be elected.BBC News - 3d -
FAA restricts helicopter routes in DC region
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday announced it would restrict helicopter routes in the Washington region following a deadly collision this week between an Army Black Hawk and a ...The Hill - 5d -
How flights are controlled in DC's heavily restricted airspace
Experts say the deadly incident poses grave questions about how a collision was able to happen over the US capital.BBC News - 5d -
Outgoing Muslim Council leader criticises lack of government contact
Zara Mohammed tells BBC the difficulties she faced as she ends her time as Muslim Council of Britain leader.BBC News - Jan. 27 -
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Crafting a Haggis for American Tastes (and Import Restrictions)
Macsween, a popular maker of the distinctive Scottish dish, has developed a recipe for the U.S. market that swaps sheep lung for lamb heart as a main ingredient.The New York Times - Jan. 25 -
British Council could disappear within a decade, says chief executive
Exclusive: Scott McDonald is looking at budget cuts and axing the organisation’s presence in up to 40 countries. • Why the financial crisis at the British Council matters as UK pushes soft power . ...The Guardian - Jan. 25 -
City Council Takes Aim at Adams and Ally by Closing Lobbying Loophole
New York’s City Council passed a bill to limit top city officials from lobbying city agencies after leaving government. It was inspired by Frank Carone, an adviser to Mayor Eric Adams.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
SpaceX Lobbying Could Prompt Trump to Axe National Space Council
Administration insiders suggest the president may get rid of the White House advisory body, which SpaceX’s top lobbyist calls ‘a waste of time.’Inc. - Jan. 22 -
These 16 players will comprise this year's PGA Tour Player Advisory Council
Scottie Scheffler, Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas are among the 16 players named to the 2025 PGA Tour PAC.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 21 -
Council urged to scrap 'rat tax'
A councillor has put forward an amendment to a recent review of pest control charges.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Trump orders lift of Biden offshore drilling restrictions
President Trump has lifted some of former President Biden’s efforts to restrict oil and gas drilling on public lands and waters — though his move could face court hurdles. Trump’s decision comes ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Council giving out free air fryers to 6,000 pensioners
North Lincolnshire Council is providing the appliances to help people reduce their energy bills.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
NFL imposed no additional restrictions on Tom Brady this week
The normal Brady Rules apply, even as he prepares to call a Lions playoff game.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 18 -
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Israel security council recommends approving Hamas hostage, ceasefire deal
Israel's full cabinet now needs to vote on the deal. If it's approved, it would be expected to be implemented on Sunday.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
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The Biden administration eyes more drilling restrictions in Alaska
The Biden administration is setting in motion actions that could prevent drilling in more “special areas” of Alaska’s north slope — if the incoming Trump administration does not shelve it. The ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
English councils face tripling of audit fees to clear backlog
Increasingly complex local authority finances and shortage of accountants to sign off books has led to long delaysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
UK councils say government ‘can’t have it both ways’ on pension reform
Town halls in England and Wales warn that requirement to take ‘principal advice’ from pools could create conflict of interestFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Trump sentenced in felony "hush money" case, released with no restrictions
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies in authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
New Mexico supreme court strikes down local abortion pill restrictions
Justice rules against ordinances in counties and towns on Texas border that sought to limit access to mifepristone. The New Mexico supreme court late on Thursday ruled against several local ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local abortion restrictions
Attorneys representing conservative cities and counties in New Mexico had argued that local abortion ordinances can’t be struck down under the Comstock Act.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Abortion restrictions struck down by New Mexico Supreme Court
The New Mexico Supreme Court has struck down abortion restrictions by conservative cities and counties at the request of the state attorney generalABC News - Jan. 9 -
Half of English county councils could ask to delay elections
The councils want to delay votes to explore new plans to redesign local government in England.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Barcelona able to field Olmo and Víctor after Spain’s sports council intervenes
Sports council grants players temporary registration Barcelona beat Athletic to reach Spanish Super Cup final Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor will be able to play for Barcelona after Spain’s supreme ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Alaska sues Biden administration over restrictions on arctic oil, gas development
The state of Alaska on Wednesday sued the Biden administration over restrictions the federal government imposed in December on oil and gas leases in the Arctic set for auction this week. The ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
LA council member: 'Absolute miracle' no fatalities reported
Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park said it is an “absolute miracle” no fatalities have been reported as fires blaze through parts of Los Angeles. “This fire moved very, very quickly,” Park said in ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
What to know about Biden’s new offshore drilling restrictions
President Biden's move to bar drilling across the U.S.'s East and West coasts, while splashy, may not have significant climate or energy impacts in the years ahead. Because very little oil and gas ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
U.S. Eases Some Restrictions on Humanitarian Aid to Syria
The authorization comes after rebels toppled the Syrian government last month and is intended to allow humanitarian groups to operate more freely without running afoul of U.S. sanctions.The New York Times - Jan. 6
