15.5k benefit cheat gets a three-month curfew
A 25-year-old woman has been given a three-month curfew after swindling more than 15,500 in benefits from Oxford City Council.
County leaders clash over Gloucestershire road repairs
LEADERS at Gloucestershire County Council have defended a decision to reject a proposal to spend more on road repairs.
Belfast City Council staff abused over Lennox
Intimidation of Belfast City Council staff by members of the public during the campaign to save death-row dog Lennox has led to the council reviewing procedures to protect staff. Related Stories GPs issue caution over care reforms Protesters choose jail over paying court fines Listen to doctor's cuts warning, trust urged Odd allies for Sammy Wilson in fight for the right to be offensive Teenager …
County council aims to recruit 80 new foster carers
The county council is aiming to recruit 80 new foster carers this year and is promoting that fact during Foster Care Fortnight, which runs until May 27.