City councils
Residents' survey shows improving satisfaction rates, but concerns persist about affordable housing, transport, and crime. The survey, carried out by Oxford City Council, has been conducted annually since 2023 and aims to measure residents' perceptions of the local area, council services, economy, and community safety. Key Takeaways: * Overall
City councils
The City of Fredericton has approved in principle the 2026 municipal capital budget, valued at $36,689,337. The proposed capital budget places a strong emphasis on infrastructure renewal and strategic investments that support a vibrant, livable community. The budget is scheduled to be formally adopted by City Council in
City councils
A historic A-listed building in Glasgow's southside is set to reopen after eight years of closure, thanks to a funding injection of over £300,000. The Langside Halls, which has been shut for repairs since 2017, has been promised £121,000 each by Pollokshields Area Partnership and Langside
City councils
Sheffield's Pounds Park area and the 'Sheffield Inspires' branding project have been shortlisted for international awards, recognizing the city's efforts in placemaking and place brand design. The area has been transformed with a pocket park, street artworks, and repurposed industrial workshops, showcasing the city&
City councils
The Jamsa Municipality City Council has decided to apply for funding for several key projects, including the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Testing Environment project and the Jamsa Lab & Business Accelerator project. Additionally, the City Council has approved the University of Jyvaskyla's purchase offer for the shares of Jyvaskyla
City councils
Helsingborg Municipality in Sweden has approved a comprehensive urban development plan that aims to transform the city's industrial port into a modern, vibrant space. The plan, which will be discussed by the city council, includes several key components, such as a 50-meter swimming pool, a sea bath, and
City councils
Members of Peterborough City Council's planning committee have voted unanimously to reject two outline planning applications for the development of the East of England Showground. The refusal follows a disagreement between the Showground owner, the East of England Agricultural Society (EEAS), and its land promoter AEPG, over the
City councils
The Castlegar City Council has passed the first reading of the permissive property tax exemption bylaw for 2026, which will grant approximately $165,000 in municipal tax breaks to around 35 local properties. This exemption represents 1.55% of the city's tax requisition. The exemptions are aimed at
City councils
Rural councils in Victoria are receiving significantly less funding for local roads compared to their inner city counterparts, despite having larger road networks and limited revenue-generating capacity. The disparity in funding has sparked concerns among rural officials, who argue that their communities need better roads, not slower ones. According to
City councils
A crucial decision was made regarding the fate of the fire-damaged Sinfonia House in Jesmond Vale, Newcastle. The council, following a suspected arson attack in June, had called for regeneration of the site. However, despite a long-awaited regeneration, the owners of the property lodged a planning application to demolish the
City councils
The Cambridge City Council has unanimously approved an 8% property tax increase for fiscal year 2026, with a significant 22% increase in commercial property taxes. The decision was met with disappointment and frustration from business owners, who felt blindsided by the increase and criticized the Council for a lack of
City councils
The government is currently considering plans to end the two-tier local government system in Leicestershire, which would see the abolition of district councils and Leicestershire County Council. In response, the leaders of eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have proposed a new North, City, South plan, which would see three unitary
