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fromwww.independent.co.uk

Local authorities should be given control over council tax, MPs warn

Councils should be granted greater control over council tax, as the disconnect between local charges and service quality undermines local democracy. An inquiry recommended interim powers be devolved to councils.

UK news

New York City

fromwww.amny.com

3 weeks ago

Holden slams Charter Revision Commission proposals as City of Yes on steroids' | amNewYork

Council Member Robert Holden criticizes the CRC's proposals as undermining local democracy and supporting special interests.

fromHomebuilding

1 month ago

Starmer gets tough on housebuilders - but are they villains or scapegoats?

Labour's housing policy imposes tough penalties on developers failing to deliver promised homes.

Countryside charity CPRE critiques the government's housing approach, warning against weakening local democracy.

NYC politics

fromCity Limits

2 months ago

Opinion: The City Charter Has Shaped NYC for Over a Century-Speak Up!

Public participation in Charter Revision Commission hearings is crucial for shaping New York City's governing document.

fromBrooklyn Paper

2 months ago

Op-Ed | Strengthening local democracy through charter reform * Brooklyn Paper

If you believe the New York City government can - and should - work better for all of us, I urge you to join us this Tuesday, May 6th.

Brooklyn