Last week, I led a Westminster Hall debate on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its impact upon glass packaging manufacturers. EPR is intended to hold packaging manufacturers responsible for the costs of managing their products throughout their lifecycle, rendering them
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This Government has rightly prioritised growth across the whole country, developing industrial strategies and securing new trade deals along with record levels of corporate investment in sectors such as renewable energy and AI. What does that really mean for communities
The abattoir sector is in crisis. A worrying, and steady decline of small abattoirs now
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Misinformation around the UK Supreme Court ruling on trans rights
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Misinformation around the UK Supreme Court ruling on trans rights has sparked confusion, but trans women’s legal access to spaces remains unchanged. As reported by The Independent, campaigners for trans rights have warned that widespread misinformation circulating
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK transport minister Mike Kane says flying taxis could be in operation by 2028, backed by £20m government funding to accelerate drone and aviation innovations. As reported by The Independent, a transport minister announced that the UK
Albania (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer announced plans for international return hubs for failed asylum seekers, marking a new approach after scrapping the Rwanda deportation scheme. As reported by The Independent, formal talks have begun in the UK to send failed
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater dismisses claims of lost psychiatric support, insisting MPs and doctors still back her assisted dying bill ahead of a key vote. As reported by The Guardian, Kim Leadbeater dismissed criticism from the Royal
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour peer Lord McNicol broke Lords rules by promoting a crypto firm he advised, prompting an apology for offering paid parliamentary support. As reported by The Guardian, a Labour peer and trade representative has apologised for breaking
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NatWest faces 100 million cyberattacks monthly, with experts revealing the scale of online fraud, including AI-assisted scams, during a session with MSPs. As reported by The Independent, MSPs were informed that NatWest faces 100 million cyberattacks each
Last week, I led a Westminster Hall debate on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its impact upon glass packaging manufacturers. EPR is intended to hold packaging manufacturers responsible for the costs of managing their products throughout their lifecycle, rendering them cost neutral to local authorities, and to improve recycling rates as part of a move to a circular economy. This
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This Government has rightly prioritised growth across the whole country, developing industrial
The abattoir sector is in crisis. A worrying, and steady decline of
The Assisted Dying Bill currently going through its parliamentary stages has shone
I recently led a debate in Westminster Hall on a subject close
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 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
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain’s annual borrowing surged past predictions by £15bn, sparking fears of tax rises and deeper cuts to meet Chancellor
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK inflation fell to 2.6% in March, adding pressure on the Bank of England to cut rates amid weak
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
• Newborn children in the poorest households, 9 times less likely to have a dad living there • Politicians criticised for “deafening silence” on marriage• Chancellor urged to scrap “paltry” married couples’ allowance The Government is being urged to fix a “calamitous” marriage gap between rich and poor couples that has reached a staggering 51 per cent if it wants
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There is no evidence to support the myth that the first Monday
Marriage rates are down by a “deeply troubling” 30 per cent since
Italian authorities have successfully dismantled a sprawling network of European art forgers
Robbie Williams, the beloved British pop icon, is making a triumphant return
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey Council seeks residents’ views on £1.5m improvements to eight local parks, aiming to enhance green spaces through community-driven consultation. In an effort to “co-design each of the eight projects and meet the local needs in those
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Foodies Festival is set to return to Syon Park in Hounslow over the bank holiday, featuring top chefs, live music, artisan markets, and family fun. The Foodies Festival is coming to Syon Park in Brentford for
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon CEO Katherine Kerswell has not responded to a formal complaint regarding the high costs tied to the council’s ‘Our Croydon’ public engagement scheme. The mayor and chief executive of the borough, who are becoming more and
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet recorded 135 hospital admissions for self-harm among 10–24-year-olds in a year, bucking the national trend of declining rates across England. According to recent data, over 100 children and youth in Barnet were admitted to hospitals after
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council leader Simon Hogg held a community drop-in where Roehampton residents shared local concerns and ideas on housing, safety and services. The Leader was questioned by locals on a number of topics, including recycling, bin collections,
Last week, I led a Westminster Hall debate on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its impact upon glass packaging manufacturers. EPR is intended to hold packaging manufacturers responsible for the costs of managing their products throughout their lifecycle, rendering them cost neutral
Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 13-year-old Sutton student has been named the first recipient of Nottinghamshire Police’s Schools Empowerment Award, celebrating his progress and dedication. As reported by Chad, a part of its prestigious annual Live Our Best Life Awards 2025
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A newly built apartment development in Ealing has won a prestigious London award, praised for its architectural design and contribution to urban housing. As reported by Ealing News, for their Fairstone Apartments project in Ealing, real estate
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local champions were recognised for their outstanding service at the Haringey Heroes ceremony, celebrating community dedication and grassroots impact. As reported by Haringey, at a special ceremony held at Jacksons Lane Arts Centre last night, the recipients
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bexleyheath’s Tipsy Bakery is making headlines with its alcohol-infused cupcakes, pipette toppings and cocktail-flavoured sweet treats drawing attention. As reported by This is Local London, since its establishment in 2022, the Tipsy Bakery has amassed a devoted
