Council argues that private providers are able to offer more hours of care and take younger children.

The council funding will enhance the development's fire safety and public spaces.

Traffic problems in village near Barnsley 'acute' during school pick-up and drop-off times.

Housing services are facing higher costs for materials, new safety rules, and a backlog of repairs.

Backlog caused by cold weather means residents have waited six weeks for bins to be emptied.

The 4.9% rise planned by Barnsley Council is just shy of the amount which would spark a referendum.

The complex in Barnsley could play host to outpatient and public health services under new plans.

Barnsley councillors will receive a basic allowance of £12,237 per year, an increase from £11,823.