Cervical screening campaign launched across Leeds and Yorkshire

Why is council tax rising and just how are people going to afford the additional costs

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Explainer on proposals for Council tax rises in 2025. Most households will see a five percent rise but that figure is as high as twenty-five percent in one area.

Council tax rises could be largely avoided if councils got more efficient

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Geoff Back from the TaxPayers alliance explains why council inefficiency needs to be improved for tax savings.

Council tax rises could be largely avoided if council got more efficient

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Geoff Back from the TaxPayers alliance explains why council inefficiency needs to be improved for tax savings.

Coffee catch-up: Colleges, airports and Manchester United

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For our coffee catch-up this week, we’ve done a deep dive into a college in Oldham, a member of the team at Manchester Airport, and taken a close look at Manchester United’s loss at the weekend.

Dry January: Manchester’s best beer offerings

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With Dry January coming to a close, you could be struggling to resist the call of alcohol, having survived 21 days up to now. To help you over the line, here is a rundown of some of Manchester’s best low/no alcohol offerings.

Where could your local council do a better job?

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Most will see Council Tax bills going up this April. Do you feel we get good value for money, and where could your local council do a better job?

Lunar New Year celebrations in Liverpool

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Liverpool is set to welcome the Lunar New Year in ssstyle, with a series of vibrant free events and activities taking place to mark the Year of the Snake. The main Chinese New Year city centre celebrations will be held on Sunday 2 February in and around Europe's oldest Chinatown.

Durham Restaurant Week is back!

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If you’re looking for something to do on pay weekend, Durham Restaurant Week is running from the 31st of January until the 7th of February. You can enjoy discounted meals at your favourite venues, or venture out and try something new!

Where should London council tax money go?

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We ask Londoners where they would like to see council tax money invested.

“It’s like nothing I’ve ever tasted before” - I try Liverpool’s newest Indian restaurant

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A new restaurant in Liverpool hopes to introduce a modern taste of India to diners. Delhi House is a family-run business serving up with authentic Delhi flavours to the city. Located at the city's iconic Royal Albert Dock, they're offering up a unique dining experience.