A forest fire broke out on Kalamos islet in Lefkada, Greece, on Thursday morning. Firefighting efforts involve 15 firefighters, 2 vehicles, and 5 aerial assets (4 aircraft and 1 helicopter), with support from local authority water tankers.
A wildfire has erupted in the Babini area of Astakos, Aetolia-Acarnania, Greece. Forty-three firefighters, along with 10 vehicles, 2 aircraft, and 1 helicopter, have been mobilized to combat the blaze, supported by local authority water tankers and machinery.
A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of bribing a public official as part of an investigation into alleged corruption involving a former local authority employee and external contractors.
A local authority in Oxfordshire won its case regarding England flags on lampposts, with its leader facing backlash for seeking an injunction to maintain a 'neutral, safe space' for residents.
A Louth councillor has renewed calls for the local authority to be briefed on the health of the county's rivers following a significant fish kill incident.
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is calling for every local authority in Ireland to have a dedicated Access and Inclusion Officer, following a vote in Sligo, to promote nationwide action.
Birmingham, Europe's largest local authority, faces potential chaos as its council is left without leadership following fragmented results from this month's local elections.
Several parishes in the municipality of Tomar, Portugal, continue to experience limitations in mobile network access, with the local authority emphasizing dependence on external entities for resolution.
The government has increased the loan ceiling for local authorities to 3 billion lei, effective by 2026. This measure is expected to impact local investments.
A local authority in the UK has made the difficult decision to end its school holiday food voucher program, stating that other support mechanisms will still be available.
Limassol’s Kourion municipality is accelerating plans for a new industrial area in Kokkinokampos with direct access to the Limassol–Saittas motorway, aiming to address growing storage and light industry needs in the wider Limassol district. The project, which is being spearheaded by the local authority, concerns the development of a fully organised industrial zone in the […]
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Experts caution that England risks constructing new 'death trap' buildings that can fatally overheat, particularly endangering vulnerable people, due to inadequate cooling strategies in local authority plans.
Lamu County has been recognized as a global peace model, making history as the first African local authority to win a UCLG award. This achievement marks a significant transformation for the county, which previously faced years of terror.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has ordered the streamlining of local authority approval processes to enhance the country's competitiveness. He emphasized that his high approval rating is not an excuse for complacency and vowed to work harder.
The head of a local authority in Israel has been detained by Lahav 433's fraud unit on suspicion of public corruption. Searches are underway at officials' homes and offices, with additional senior officials summoned for investigation.
The Conference of Italian Regions has postponed a scheduled vote on a housing plan, requesting further discussion with the executive, citing concerns that the plan compresses the powers of local authorities.
Councillor Sionainn McCann appealed to the Louth local authority to monitor water quality at the popular Blackrock beach, raising concerns about potential health risks.
The Reform party has lost its majority and control over a county council. This electoral outcome shifts the political landscape of the local authority.
The Municipality of Lourinhã has commenced a 3.7 million euro project to stabilize the Paimogo cliff, with the local authority responsible for the works following an agreement with the Portuguese Environment Agency.
Fifteen new accessible apartments have remained vacant for a year due to an ongoing dispute between a developer and a local authority, despite a prevailing housing crisis.
Residents of Benformoso are still waiting for the installation of security cameras, which were requested by PSP and CML, following a shooting incident in late February that injured three people, with the local authority remaining silent on the matter.
A seaside town in East Lothian, Scotland, has become a battleground between residents and the local authority over new parking charges, with some parking machines being glued shut.
The leader of Norfolk County Council has accused the local government secretary of being a 'two-faced bully' over allegations that the council was pressured to delay polls for extra funding and powers.
Environmental organization Terra Cypria has renewed concerns over construction activity at the abandoned settlement of Trozena, alleging that works continue inside the Natura 2000 protected area without required permits, despite local authority claims that construction has stopped.
A man has been released without charge following his arrest on suspicion of bribing a public official, in an investigation related to alleged corruption involving a former local authority employee and external contractors.
Domestic abuse survivors in Ireland can now transfer their accumulated time on a social housing waiting list to a new local authority. This change allows them to retain their place when moving to a different area for safety.
Teenage boxers in Sligo are reportedly training in 'back gardens and garages,' prompting councillors to call for local authority assistance in providing a dedicated boxing facility.
A housing body in Ireland, which owns or manages over 2,600 homes across 16 local authority areas and receives €10.5 million annually from the State, has been found 'non-compliant' with regulations. The specific nature of the non-compliance was not detailed.
A local authority in the UK is advocating for a more consistent approach to trees and woodlands, including increased protections, as part of its healthy spaces plan.
The leader of the Aontú party delivered a letter in Galway to protest 'street porridge,' criticizing the local authority for 'making a mockery' of its responsibilities. This action highlights a specific local grievance.
A request concerning Carević's bar in Budva was rejected because the local authority declared itself incompetent due to ongoing revisions of the temporary objects program for the maritime domain until 2028.
The Nicosia district government organization has announced plans to employ individuals who successfully complete treatment at the Ayia Skepi therapeutic community. This initiative aims to support the reintegration of addiction recovery program graduates into society.
Local politicians in Telemark, Norway, report feeling pressured by the government regarding the development of rare earth elements in the Fensfeltet area, though ministers deny overriding local authority.
Tens of thousands of foreign workers in the Netherlands are reportedly not included in the local authority population register (BRP) because employers discourage them from registering.
Funding uncertainty is main concern, despite Labour’s pledge to revitalise construction, survey shows
Almost two-thirds of senior council officers have said they are seeing construction projects delayed, despite the key role of local authorities in creating the wave of new housing and infrastructure promised by Labour.
Before Rachel Reeves’s spring forecast on Tuesday, a survey of senior council officers showed that 40% do not think the local authority they work for is well placed to follow t...
A three-year-old boy tragically lost his life after falling into a water-filled pit in Dallelgarh village, Greater Noida. The incident has angered villagers who allege negligence by the local authority. The child, Devansh, fell into the pit while playing near a temple. Despite rescue efforts, he could not be saved.