7 h. ago Oldham council leader says borough faces 'serious challenge' following no

"We have a serious challenge in Oldham around identity politics."

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9 h. ago Stockport council's new leader gives update on £59 garden waste charge

The new fee has led to criticism from some residents

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36 h. ago Andy Burnham gives verdict on Oldham council leader after 'secret letter' controversy

Oldham leader was accused of ‘undermining’ the will of the council

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39 h. ago New council leader aims to be a 'unifier' despite major divisions

Independent Councillor Brian Connolly has been elected as Leader of South Ayrshire Council, replacing Conservative Martin Dowey who is accused of making promises to help a businessman secure a major contract.

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57 h. ago Oldham council leader clings to power as independents attempt takeover

The leadership challenge failed

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65 h. ago "A really f****** serious democratic issue": The 'secret letter' threatening to topple a council leader

The wording of a 'secret letter' could bring uncertainty to the council leadership.

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3 d. ago Brian Connolly named new leader as South Ayrshire council votes on new chief

Brian Connolly was voted in as new leader this morning.

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4 d. ago Operator chosen to run town's new market hall as sneak peek published

'Market will survive and thrive into the future' - council leader

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5 d. ago He was leader of Salford Council for 15 years, this is why he resigned from the Labour Party

Neal Keeling speaks to veteran councillor Bill Hinds about his long career of public service, and why he's decided to leave the Labour Party after 51 years.

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8 d. ago Council leader wants to press UK Government on green energy infrastructure support

East Ayrshire Council Leader Douglas Reid will table a motion that cites Kilmarnock project as example.

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9 d. ago Brian Connolly new favourite to become next South Ayrshire Council leader as Maybole independent takes key role

Cllr Connolly was voted in as the council's temporary depute leader as the council finally resumed business this morning.

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1 week ago South Ayrshire Council won't have a Leader or Provost until next week

The council has been left without a Leader, Depute Leader and Provost after chaotic council meeting on May 1.

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2 w. ago SNP council leader accused of printing out dossier about ousted election candidate

EXCLUSIVE: Cecil Meiklejohn is subject of a complaint that she misused council property to print out material about Toni Giugliano.

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2 w. ago Current East Kilbride MSP confirmed as SNP’s candidate for 2026 Holyrood election

Collette Stevenson, who won the seat in 2021 with a majority of over 8,500, will be taking on current South Lanarkshire Council Leader Joe Fagan who is standing for Labour in the constituency.

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2 w. ago London police chief and city council member tender resignations

London police chief and city council member tender resignations  Lexington Herald Leader

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3 w. ago Martin Dowey resigns as South Ayrshire Council leader with immediate effect on day of chaos at County Buildings

Dowey spoke out this afternoon as he announced his intention to stand down as leader with immediate effect.

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3 w. ago South Ayrshire Council chief backs staff in wake of leader's "f*****g useless" rant

Mike Newall this morning placed on record his support for council staff.

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3 w. ago Senior Labour council leader says Government must do more to counter Reform UK

Sir Stephen Houghton, chairman of the body representing metropolitan district councils, questioned benefits changes and investment strategy.

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3 w. ago Martin Dowey to temporarily step aside as South Ayrshire Council leader after tape recording row hits top Tory

The Tory leader said he was temporarily stepping aside in order not to become a "distraction."

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3 w. ago Tory chief Martin Dowey urged to 'step aside' as South Ayrshire Council leader by opposition

The council leader is at the centre of a political storm following the emergence of a recording.

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