UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s plan to ease biodiversity rules for small builders risks destroying 215,000 hectares of nature in England, putting recovery efforts at risk. As reported by The Guardian, a report warns that relaxing rules for small
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parliament’s watchdog says Iran’s threat to UK nationals has “significantly increased,” citing 15 foiled plots and urging stronger deterrence. As reported by The Independent, Britain’s parliamentary intelligence watchdog has warned that physical threats from Iran
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British government scraps zonal energy pricing, backing a single national
In the UK, around 17,000 cancers each year are caused by alcohol—that’s nearly 1 in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s plan to ease biodiversity rules for small builders risks destroying 215,000 hectares of nature in England, putting recovery efforts at risk. As reported by The Guardian, a report warns that relaxing rules for small builders may
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parliament’s watchdog says Iran’s threat to UK nationals has “significantly increased,” citing 15 foiled plots and urging stronger deterrence. As reported by The Independent, Britain’s parliamentary intelligence watchdog has warned that physical threats from Iran against UK
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British government scraps zonal energy pricing, backing a single national rate to protect consumers and secure stable investment in clean power. As reported by The Guardian, the UK has scrapped its “zonal pricing” plan, which could have
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The IWF found 1,286 AI-made child abuse videos in early 2025, up from two last year, warning of rapid tech misuse and risks of internet saturation. As reported by The Guardian, AI-fuelled child abuse content is increasing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Inquiry chair Brian Langstaff condemned ministers for ignoring infected blood victims and called for a faster, fairer compensation system. As reported by The Guardian, the inquiry head criticised ministers for failing to listen to infected blood victims
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Resident doctors in England will strike from 25 to 30 July, demanding a 29.2% pay rise after the government refused to negotiate further on pay. As reported by the Guardian, the British Medical Association has confirmed that
In the UK, around 17,000 cancers each year are caused by alcohol—that’s nearly 1 in 20 cases. Breast cancer, the most common cancer in the UK, has an especially strong link: as many as 1 in 10 breast cancer cases are attributed to alcohol, according to Cancer Research UK. I found this statistic astonishing. While many of us are aware
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Every human being deserves dignity, respect, compassion and empathy. And how we
When Wes Streeting promised to create the “healthiest generation ever,” it was
“If you can’t see the opportunity in a situation, look at it
Next week we are hosting our first round table event on the
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) – Supermarket bosses slammed Labour’s calorie-cutting plan as rushed, costly, and ineffective, warning it adds red tape without tackling obesity
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK jobless rate rose to 4.6%, the highest in nearly four years, as tax hikes and wage pressures
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
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
The rising concerns over obesity and sedentary lifestyles have pushed the UK government to introduce numerous
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK government grants £2.2bn to NHS in deprived areas to tackle
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,
A new Fabian Society pamphlet by Dr Beccy Cooper MP, released today, calls on the government to radically rethink regulation of the British gambling sector. The pamphlet, Where’s the Harm? A public health approach to gambling, funded by the Coalition to End Gambling Advertising, outlines the hidden costs of gambling to British society. The Gambling Act 2005 ushered in a
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s plan to ease biodiversity rules for small builders risks destroying 215,000 hectares of nature in England, putting recovery efforts at risk. As reported by The Guardian, a report warns that relaxing rules for small builders may
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parliament’s watchdog says Iran’s threat to UK nationals has “significantly increased,” citing 15 foiled plots and urging stronger deterrence. As reported by The Independent, Britain’s parliamentary intelligence watchdog has warned that physical threats from Iran against UK
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage called Britain “in peril” after witnessing French authorities escort a migrant boat to UK waters, slamming the £800m deal as a “farce.” As reported by GB News, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage warned Britain is
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British government scraps zonal energy pricing, backing a single national rate to protect consumers and secure stable investment in clean power. As reported by The Guardian, the UK has scrapped its “zonal pricing” plan, which could have
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron are set to announce a “one in, one out” migrant deal allowing limited UK returns to France as part of a Channel crossings plan. As reported by The Guardian on Thursday, UK
In the UK, around 17,000 cancers each year are caused by alcohol—that’s nearly 1 in 20 cases. Breast cancer, the most common cancer in the UK, has an especially strong link: as many as 1 in 10 breast cancer cases are attributed
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The IWF found 1,286 AI-made child abuse videos in early 2025, up from two last year, warning of rapid tech misuse and risks of internet saturation. As reported by The Guardian, AI-fuelled child abuse content is increasing
Hackney (Parliament Politics Megazine) – London’s nightlife is improving with help from the Mayor, Hackney Council, and a Nightlife Taskforce. Main plans are like “Hackney Nights” and “Good Evening Hackney” boost safety and inclusivity. Councillor Susan Fajana-Thomas leads efforts. As Loti News
Ealing (Parliament Politics Megazine) – Lane7’s Gutterball opens summer 2025 at Ealing Broadway in London, replacing the old cinema. At 15,000 sq ft, it offers bowling, karaoke, arcade games, and more. Gavin Hughes leads. As Ealing News reported, Lane7, a boutique bowling
Haringey (Brussels Morning News) – Finsbury Fest 2025 in Haringey’s Finsbury Park runs July 8-9, showcasing local talent including Scorcher, Gehenna, and school performers. Tonight’s Schools’ Summer Festival runs 6-8:45 pm. As Haringey London reported, Tonight, Wednesday, July 9, Finsbury Fest 2025
