For more than 15 years, NHS buildings have suffered from chronic neglect. Emergency departments have been flooded by burst pipes, operating theatres have been shut down due to electrical failures, and maternity wards have lacked the basic facilities needed to
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government rejected legal drug use rooms despite Glasgow’s pilot success, facing backlash for endangering thousands of drug users’ lives. As reported by The Independent, officials confirmed there are no plans to amend drug
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In June, UK service firms showed rising confidence since the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministers propose last-minute AI concessions to avoid Lords defeat, amid
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government rejected legal drug use rooms despite Glasgow’s pilot success, facing backlash for endangering thousands of drug users’ lives. As reported by The Independent, officials confirmed there are no plans to amend drug laws for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In June, UK service firms showed rising confidence since the autumn budget, expecting better sales and investment despite ongoing tariff impacts. As reported by The Guardian, new data shows UK services sector bosses were more optimistic last
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministers propose last-minute AI concessions to avoid Lords defeat, amid backlash from artists and digital rights advocates. As reported by The Guardian, to avoid a fifth defeat in the House of Lords, ministers offered late concessions on
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK denies visa to top Nigerian security expert and family, sparking racism claims despite strong ties, business success, and clear intent to return home. As reported by The Guardian, the Home Office faces criticism after denying a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NATO pushes the UK to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035, exceeding Labour’s target to satisfy US demands and secure alliance support. As reported by The Guardian, defence insiders say Britain will likely commit
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A major review finds systemic failures in England & Wales water sector, urges reform but faces criticism from campaigners for lacking bold action. As reported by The Guardian, a government-commissioned review has revealed systemic issues in the
For more than 15 years, NHS buildings have suffered from chronic neglect. Emergency departments have been flooded by burst pipes, operating theatres have been shut down due to electrical failures, and maternity wards have lacked the basic facilities needed to provide dignified care. In the last year alone, over 4,000 service disruptions were caused by poor infrastructure. This is completely
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Community policing will be bolstered with an extra 3,000 neighbourhood officers by next year as Labour delivers security for working people, the Prime Minister announced yesterday. Through the government’s Plan for Change, Labour will get thousands more bobbies on beat with the
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves rolled the dice yesterday in her first Spring Statement since the election. Against a gloomy set of economic figures including growth being slashed from two to one per cent this year, meant the Labour politician was a risk
Last week, two former military chiefs, Lord Richards and Lord Dannatt, both condemned the Government’s decision to boost defence spending by slashing the aid budget. They made their point clear. National security is not simply about military power. It is about all
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The OECD predicts UK growth at just 1% in 2026, citing Donald Trump tariffs, persistent inflation, and limited public
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK inflation jumped to 3.5% in April, which was above forecasts, driven by rising household bills and wage pressures,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK economy grew 0.7% in Q1, defying gloomy forecasts amid tax hikes and tariffs, though experts expect slower
My personal experience of purchasing items advertised on the social media platform. A couple of months ago, I wrote about the dangers of buying
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – MPs urge Treasury to back cash reserves as digital networks face threats from blackouts, cyber strikes, and potential banking
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Trump adviser says UK must pick between US economic model or EU’s ‘socialism.’ A leading adviser to the US president-elect, Donald Trump, has expressed the UK should align itself with the US “free enterprise” economic model instead
In a significant ruling, the Hague Appeals Court has overturned a previous decision that required oil giant, Shell, to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The decision, handed down by Judge Carla Joustra, rejected the claims made by environmental groups, including Milieudefensie
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – UK’s Single Trade Window, aimed at simplifying post-Brexit trade, paused due to cost concerns. The Single Trade Window (STW) was designed as a key component of the UK’s post-Brexit border strategy. Its goal was to streamline trade
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Callum Tindal-Draper, 22, dies fighting in Ukraine’s foreign volunteer platoon, despite family pleas. Callum Tindal-Draper, a 22-year-old from Cornwall, was killed while fighting in Ukraine for the country’s foreign volunteer platoon. He had joined the fight against
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Nine boats carrying 572 people were intercepted in the Channel, with rising deaths and new security plans. The Home Office reported that nine boats carrying a total of 572 people attempting to cross the English Channel have
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – England’s NHS prescription prices frozen after three years, keeping charges under
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) delivers its “YES to our hospices, NO
Over the last few months, there has been much debate about the Assisted Dying Bill. However,
Prostate cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer in England. Thanks to advances in research
Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer among men in England. 1 in 8 will
Nearly half (45 per cent) of teenagers, by the time they are 14 years of age are not living with both of their natural parents almost double official statistic, finds a shocking new study by the Marriage Foundation. The study, We need to talk about marriage – finding reliable love says this level of family breakdown is the highest since
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Italian authorities have successfully dismantled a sprawling network of European art forgers
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kennington residents urge Lambeth Council to reject a 17-storey student housing proposal set to replace an old job centre near a Grade II-listed park. The Job Centre Plus building on Kennington Park Road would be replaced by
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ludovik Keqaj has been fined £6,000 for illegally selling hot dogs on Westminster Bridge, following enforcement action by Westminster City Council. Police said that Ludovik Keqaj of Sussex Road was “one of Westminster Bridge’s most
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden Council is set to temporarily acquire the O2 Centre site as part of plans for one of the borough’s most significant regeneration and housing projects. Last night (Wednesday, June 5), the Labour-led cabinet decided that the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Leslie Arms owner Ansari is seeking to sidestep planning conditions imposed by Croydon Council, raising concerns over development compliance and oversight. A multimillionaire real estate entrepreneur has been letting a Grade II-listed tavern deteriorate since 2000. He
For more than 15 years, NHS buildings have suffered from chronic neglect. Emergency departments have been flooded by burst pipes, operating theatres have been shut down due to electrical failures, and maternity wards have lacked the basic facilities needed to provide dignified
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council invests £400k from public funds into wildflower meadows and bike hangars to boost biodiversity and promote sustainable transport. In November 2023, Hammersmith and Fulham Council invited locals to participate in the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council will consult on proposed additional and selective landlord licensing schemes aimed at improving housing standards and tenant protections. Despite receiving no exposure, the decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting on April 28, 2025. The
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local councils in Camden have secured £8 million in funding to launch the “Better, Safer Kilburn” initiative, aiming to boost safety, housing, and transport. Councillor Adam Harrison, Cabinet Member for Planning and a Sustainable Camden said: “Over
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following public backlash, Perry sought police assistance to evict squatters from Wandle Park in Croydon, escalating tensions over the site’s occupation. Without giving the squatters at the Wandle Park café the advance notice that is often necessary
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government rejected legal drug use rooms despite Glasgow’s pilot success, facing backlash for endangering thousands of drug users’ lives. As reported by The Independent, officials confirmed there are no plans to amend drug laws for
