New economic figures reveal the cost to the local taxpayer of banning common weed killers to keep pavements, parks and public places weed free. ... read more
Labour lost more than 380 council seats. The Conservatives have taken control of 28 councils, while Labour secures control of nine. The Liberal ... read more
The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has shown that councils are failing to apply planning guidance designed to protect precious countryside. ... read more