Ministers unveil £76million package for domestic violence victims

Ministers unveil £76million package for domestic violence victims as they admit coronavirus lockdown is ‘making it harder’ for people to seek out help Communities Secretary unveils more support for victims of domestic violence Robert Jenrick say there will be £76million of new funding for the vulnerable  Mr Jenrick admitted that the ‘reality’ of the lockdown … Read more

Households face postcode lottery as some local tips reopen

Local tips and recycling centres will reopen in some parts of England this weekend while others will remain closed despite a surge in fly-tipping. Residents in Hampshire, Northumberland and Greater Manchester are among those able to clear out excess waste when refuse sites reopen – with a variety of restrictions – from tomorrow, after the … Read more

Households face postcode lottery as some local tips reopen

Local tips will reopen in some parts of England this weekend but others will remain closed despite a surge in fly-tipping. Some councils said they won’t open refuse sites until there is sufficient staffing and PPE for workers amid the coronavirus crisis. Speaking to the BBC on Friday morning, Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick, confirmed that … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Berkshire council may file for bankruptcy

Windsor and Maidenhead council could become first in country to file for bankruptcy as local authorities faces £5billion black hole due to coronavirus crisis They would be the first to file for bankruptcy because of the coronavirus crisis  The council depends on tourism money from Windsor Castle which is closed   They have used their £6million … Read more

Councils across England face £5billion black hole over next year with many on brink of bankruptcy

Why aren’t councils cutting costs in lockdown? Local authorities face £5bn black hole but critics say ‘bosses’ sky-high salaries and generous councillor allowances should be looked at before going cap in hand to government’ Newly released data shows public services are facing a financial black hole  Analysis compiled by the largest authorities shows they will … Read more

Boris Johnson has been in contact with ministers and his private office

Boris Johnson has been in contact with ministers and his private office at Downing Street while he continues to recuperate at Chequers Boris Johnson is continuing ‘resting and recuperating’ at his country residence  Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick gives update on Prime Minister’s health  He was released from hospital last weekend after treatment in intensive care   … Read more

Boris Johnson has been in contact with ministers and his private office

Boris Johnson has been in contact with ministers and his private office at Downing Street while he continues to recuperate at Chequers Boris Johnson is continuing ‘resting and recuperating’ at his country residence  Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick gives update on Prime Minister’s health  He was released from hospital last weekend after treatment in intensive care   … Read more

Bereaved families MUST be allowed to attend funerals, Communities Secretary says

Bereaved families must be allowed to attend the funerals of loved ones, the Communities Secretary said last night. In new government guidance, councils have been instructed to find innovative ways to enable ‘many’ close relatives to attend funerals in person. Robert Jenrick has also instructed local councils to open cemeteries so mourners can visit graves, … Read more

Bereaved families MUST be allowed to attend funerals, Communities Secretary says

Bereaved families must be allowed to attend the funerals of loved ones, the Communities Secretary said last night. In new government guidance, councils have been instructed to find innovative ways to enable ‘many’ close relatives to attend funerals in person. Robert Jenrick has also instructed local councils to open cemeteries so mourners can visit graves, … Read more