Alistair Thompson is the Director of Team Britannia PR and a journalist.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Barry Gardiner rejects Sir Keir Starmer’s votes-at-16 policy, warning it could backfire politically as the party pushes for electoral reform. As reported by GB News, Barry Gardiner has come out against his party’s promise to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministry of Defence to deny payouts after leak of 18,714 Afghan applicants’ data, claiming minimal risk; thousands may miss out on compensation. As reported by The Independent, a UK data breach has put thousands of Afghans fleeing
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Camden Conservative councillor has resigned following the release of footage allegedly showing him abusing and shoving Costcutter staff in Hampstead. They allegedly refused to deliver him a UPS package without a photo ID, which sparked the
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parents and campaigners in Ealing launch crowdfunding for a legal battle against the council’s move to shut 10 of 25 children’s centres, raising concern. In order to pay for first legal advice from attorneys and a barrister,
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Colindale estate crime prevention initiative has led to a 33% drop in anti-social behaviour across Barnet, hailed as a major success by local authorities. Police arrest offenders and remove them from the area as part of
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea Council has removed insulation firm Siderise from its banned contractors list, despite its involvement in the Grenfell Tower refurbishment. Some of the cavity barriers used in the 2015–16 renovation of Grenfell Tower
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Deputy PM Angela Rayner delivers on Labour pledge with voting age cut to 16, plus new rules to boost participation and scrap foreign election funds. As reported by the Guardian, the British government proposed plans to change
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Jess Phillips backed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to suspend four MPs, saying the party must act as a united team in times of division. As reported by Sky News, a home office minister backed
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council revises its events policy for parks and commons, incorporating public feedback to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all residents. It expands upon the initial draft that was released earlier this year and was influenced by
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council leader admits a “mistake” in handling parking permit charges and says a review is under consideration amid mounting public concern. Following concerns regarding the magnitude of the recent price hikes and
