Nine in 10 homes unaffordable for families

More than nine in ten homes for private rent are too expensive for those on housing benefit.

Fine idling drivers, fellow drivers urge

A new survey suggests that 72 per cent of drivers want councils to take action against motorists who leave their engines running when parked.

20mph zones effective in reducing road casualties

Researchers have argued that 20mph zones are effective in reducing the number and severity of traffic collisions and casualties.

Partnership to help communities tackle loneliness

A new partnership between the government and the Co-op Foundation is to protect local spaces that bring people together.

More funding for local authority air quality action

The government has announced the latest round of funding from the Air Quality Grant to help local authorities improve air quality across England.

The government has announced the latest round of funding through the Air Quality Grant scheme to help local authorities improve air quality.

Grenfell Tower report to be released on 30 October

The long-awaited Grenfell Tower fire public inquiry report is to be released on 30 October, the day before Britain is due to leave the EU.

Young people need more modern housing choices

There needs to be more modern housing options for young people, claiming that affordable housing isn’t actually affordable for young people.

Price suggests Welsh independence referendum by 2030

Adam Price, the leader of Plaid Cymru, has said that there will be a referendum on Welsh independence by 2030.

Complaints about SEN at alarming level

Children with special educational needs and disabilities are increasingly being failed by the system designed to support them.

55,000 free trees up for grabs in London

55,000 free trees are up for grabs for Londoners to plant in their gardens and shared green spaces, and for larger community led ‘plant-athons’.

Local gov finance settlement 2020-21 proposals unveiled

The government has published a consultation document setting out in greater detail its proposals for how to fund local government in 2020 to 2021.

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