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Tories in pledge to decentralise power
Cameron calls for residents’ veto on council tax

David Cameron has said local residents should be able to reject large council tax rises. As part of a bid to “democratise” local government funding, the Conservative leader said residents should be able to overrule “excessive” rises through a referendum. Under the Conservative proposals, Westminster would set a maximum annual percentage rise for councils in… Read more »

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Paddick to take on Ken and Boris for London mayor
Paddick named Lib Dem mayoral candidate

The Liberal Democrats have named Brian Paddick as their candidate for the London mayoral election. The former deputy assistant commissioner of the Metropolitan police will fight against Ken Livingstone and Boris Johnson in the race to become mayor of London in May. Mr Paddick said he was “enormously proud” to be announced as the Liberal… Read more »