Protecting the public realm without shutting it down
As Martyn's Law approaches, this free special report from LocalGov and Hill & Smith sets out how councils can protect public spaces without shutting them down.
Ex-neo-Nazi quits council race, becomes Badenoch adviser
06/08/2026 Former neo-Nazi activist has withdrawn as a Conservative candidate for Somerset Council's elections but has been appointed as an adviser to Kemi Badenoch. |
Tories pick Trafford councillor for Greater Manchester mayoral by-election
29/06/2026 The Conservative Party has selected Trafford councillor Phil Eckersley as its candidate for the upcoming Greater Manchester mayoral by-election. |
Conservatives regain Redditch council in deal with Reform UK
27/05/2026 Conservatives have returned to power at Redditch Borough Council after striking a confidence and supply agreement with Reform UK. |
Suspended Tory councillor considers legal action over ‘defamatory’ remarks
26/05/2026 The deputy leader of Worcestershire County Council is considering legal action against the Conservative Party chairman after being suspended from the party. |
North Yorkshire Tory leadership vote abandoned after chaotic meeting
08/05/2026 A meeting to decide the future leadership of North Yorkshire Council's Conservative group ended without a vote after descending into disagreement and distress. |
Local Elections 2026: Results show Reform surge and Labour losses
08/05/2026 The 2026 local elections have delivered a seismic shift in English local government — confirming a dramatic surge for Reform UK and the Greens. |
All change: Reform UK projected to make huge gains as local elections get underway
07/05/2026 The chairs of three of the sector's major associations could change hands in the aftermath of today's local elections. |
