UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Judges block Home Office from deporting an Eritrean under “one in, one out,” granting him extra time for his trafficking claim. As reported by The Guardian, the Home Office appeal was rejected as the court granted an
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Stephen Mangan, a 56-year-old British star, shared his favourite London spots, including Sam’s Café and The Lansdowne, and joined BGC Charity Day’s 20th anniversary, supporting HH Arts. As My London reported, 56-year-old British star Stephen Mangan has
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK officials warn President Donald Trump may recognise Israeli West Bank settlements, risking the two-state solution after the UK and allies backed Palestine. As reported by The Guardian, British officials warn Donald Trump may support Israeli control
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Old Spitalfields Market will host Fashion Re:boot on Friday, October 10, 2025, organized by Ciara Elliott and Erica Davies, featuring designer, and unique fashion with tickets priced at £6.13. As My London News reported, Old Spitalfields Market
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Metropolitan Police in London is reviewing 300+ recruit vetting cases (2016–2023). Sir Mark Rowley called the 2022 Baroness Casey report “appalling.” Over 1,400 officers removed; refusal rates doubled to 11% by 2023. As BBC News reported,
Tower Hamlets (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – More than 22,500 people attended Tower Hamlets Council festivals in east London on 21 and 22 September 2025, with 20,000 at the Brick Lane Curry Festival and speeches from Lutfur Rahman and Abida Islam As the
UK (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer recognised Palestine on 21 September 2025. Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney called for sanctions and the end of trade, while Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump criticised the decision. As the Wandsworth Times
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A UK survey finds that average viewers lose focus after 15 minutes, blaming social media notifications, doomscrolling, and constant online distractions. As reported by The Telegraph, most Britons lose focus after 15 minutes of TV, blaming social
UK (Parliament Politics magazine) – King Charles III formally commissioned HMS Agamemnon, the Royal Navy’s newest Astute-class nuclear attack submarine, in a ceremony at BAE Systems’ Barrow-in-Furness shipyard. The event also celebrated Barrow receiving royal port status while the government began construction
In many contexts, England has devolved governments during the exploration of the UK’s political structure. Devolution is considered an assignment of power from a central authority to regional or national governments. Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have established their devolved governments with
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth residents are invited to celebrate National Fitness Day with free activities at leisure centres and venues across the borough this September. The topic for this year’s National Fitness Day is “Powered by you!” and it falls
The idea of the rule of law is an important one for the UK political and legal system. What this means is that everyone, whether they be citizen or government agent, is subject to the same laws. The rule of law upholds
The Act of Union 1800 is one of the most significant pieces of legislation in British and Irish history. In creating a legal and political structure called the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the Act changed the politics of both
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Roehampton streets came alive with silk flags and local performers at Urban Flow, a Wandsworth Council-backed event for London Borough of Culture 2025. Three significant organizations came together to form the procession: Wandsworth‘s own Tavaziva Dance, the
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council has approved £5m in Section 106 funding from Old Kent Road developments, supporting local infrastructure and community projects. When developments are approved, local authorities and developers enter into legal agreements known as Section 106 agreements,
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council confirmed it will withdraw pension fund investments from companies supplying arms to Israel, citing ethical concerns. The decision, according to Council chairwoman Sarah King, was adopted in response to “the horrifying scenes of suffering, death,
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new survey reveals that the regeneration of Acton Gardens estate in South Acton, Ealing, is delivering meaningful improvements to residents’ daily lives. The study, which was commissioned by developers Vistry Group and L&Q, revealed elevated feelings
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Vic Wallace, 90, of the Croydon Male Voice Choir, captivated audiences at a Tower Bridge TV recording, proving age no barrier to stealing the spotlight. A new show for Channel 4, tentatively called Your Song, was being
Scotland’s independence remains one of the UK’s important political topics. While a majority of voters chose to remain part of the UK in the independence referendum held in 2014, recent socio-economic factors and the cultural nature of society in Scotland and the
British Overseas Territories (BOTs) are very special places in the fact that they are owned and governed by the UK and are located outside the British Isles/national boundaries. As many British citizens will be looking to see whether they have any potential
There was a time when the British Empire ruled unchallenged over the world when it came to size; there was neither a continent without British territory nor a people not added to its empire. At the turn of the 20th century, this
It is said that the UK constitution is uncodified, which means it does not reside in a single document as the US Constitution. The UK constitution has a special status with a unique arrangement: it consists of various sources, which are laws,
Newham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shoppers were evacuated from Westfield Stratford City after a fire broke out in the multistorey car park in Newham, prompting a swift emergency response. Black smoke plumes were seen rising from the parking lot where multiple cars
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council’s stance on Barnet FC’s return remains unclear after rejected proposals and confusion over alternative sites, leaving the club’s future in limbo. The League Two football team, which is now situated in the nearby borough of
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The government has confirmed that Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) has been fully removed from Homerton Hospital in Hackney. Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), a lightweight material utilized in construction between the 1960s and 1980s that has
The process of Irish reunification is an option in the political process for Northern Ireland to leave the United Kingdom in favor of joining the Republic of Ireland for the creation of a unitary sovereign law. The argument has an extensive history
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nursing home residents in Croydon scored a remarkable victory in the annual match, showcasing skill, spirit, and community pride in a heartwarming event. Down at Whitgift House in South Croydon, they play a cruel game of croquet.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain will begin deporting Channel migrants to France under a “one in, one out” deal, aiming to tackle crossings and manage small-boat arrivals. As reported by The Telegraph, under the UK-France “one in, one out” deal, the
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council will pay £7,000 in compensation after a homeless family was left in unsuitable B&B accommodation for nine months. The family spent 41 weeks in the B&B, which is 35 weeks longer than the
City of Westminster News (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A debate over Oxford Street governance erupted into a row as Westminster Council faced criticism for its plan to hand control of the landmark road to the Mayor. The commotion began when Cllr. Paul
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council announced plans to remove vehicles with covered or obscured number plates as part of its enforcement drive to tackle illegal parking. The action targets cars with concealed license plates that are left on public roads.
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Colin McSweeny, a Croydon fireman jailed for killing his son with a scaffolding pole, has died in prison, authorities have confirmed. According to the prison watchdog, a former firefighter died in prison after bludgeoning his adoptive kid
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s Year 6 pupils have delivered outstanding 2025 KS2 SATs results, placing the borough joint first in England in provisional rankings. According to recently published data from the Department for Education, 76 percent of Hackney students achieved
Southwark (Parliament News) – Southwark councillors have approved plans for 1,434 student rooms next to Elephant and Castle station, marking a major boost for local accommodation. According to London & Regional Properties Ltd.’s plans, student housing will be constructed in two tower
Greenwich (Parliament News) – Troubadour Theatres will open a new 3,000-seat venue on Greenwich Peninsula in 2026, set to become one of London’s largest cultural spaces. On a plot of land on the east side of the peninsula, next to the cable
Barking and Dagenham (Parliament News) – Four people have been arrested in Dagenham and Essex in a housing fraud investigation involving a company owned by Barking and Dagenham Council. The investigation centres on alleged fraud involving BD Reside, a housing company operated
Ealing (Parliament News) – Ealing launches its first Climate Week with events including school uniform swaps, repair cafes, energy-saving advice, and a community cycle ride. From September 20–28, the subject of Better Living will be present at over 40 events. Each is
Lewisham (Parliament News) – Lewisham Council has cancelled plans to turn abandoned swimming baths into a cinema and housing after the developer said they could no longer afford it. Plans to convert the Grade-II listed Victorian baths into 33 residences and a
Prorogation is the suspension of Parliament in formal terms between sessions declared by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister. Prorogation is a commonplace constitutional practice but can become politically controversial to the extent that prorogation is seen as a
In the UK, when a deceased person leaves assets, property, or money, that can take benefit of that inheritance. In some cases, it is common for a person to not want to keep the inheritance and pass that benefit onto someone else.
Receiving a property through inheritance can be financially rewarding in the UK, but it may also give rise to tax obligations. Most people think of Inheritance Tax (IHT) first, but there’s another tax for which many are not prepared, like Capital Gains
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lewisham residents can now attend free sewing sessions to mend clothes, thanks to a partnership between Make Mee Studio and the council’s waste team. Nearly 300 garments have been mended or are undergoing repair during the last
Constitutional conventions in the United Kingdom are general principles that inform the political and legal behavior of government institutions. They exist together with statutes, common law, and various other sources of law, but they rest on established practices rather than legislation. Conventions
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Jason Ofori has been appointed as the new Headteacher of Chestnut Park Primary in Croydon, marking a new chapter for the thriving GLF school. In its most recent inspection, Ofsted rated Chestnut Park as “Outstanding,” citing its
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The shortlist for the 2024 Young Ealing Foundation Awards has been unveiled, celebrating youth achievements and supporters ahead of the borough’s big event. The awards, which are organized by the Young Ealing Foundation (YEF), will be held
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cllrs Sam Foster and Ketzia Harper have been suspended from Labour after defying the party whip in July’s Southwark leadership vote, now listed as independent. During a full council meeting on July 9, Cllr King was formally
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy vows to tackle AI copyright issues, promising a balanced approach to protect creatives while supporting innovation. As reported by The Independent, Lisa Nandy pledged that AI and copyright issues will be addressed, admitting
The prospect of nuclear warfare is one of the most compelling security dilemmas of the current era. For the United Kingdom, that raises an obvious question: can the country defend itself against a catastrophe of this nature? While no country can claim
Yesterday, Israel carried out an attempted strike on senior Hamas leaders in Qatar, the Middle Eastern country and key Western ally. The unsuccessful strike hit a residential building in with video footage carried by media outlets and on the internet showing smoke
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council leader condemned “horrendous antisemitism” after a spate of antisemitic attacks on buildings in the borough, vowing stronger action. According to a Jewish News story from yesterday, police were looking into two attacks on Golders Green
