Alistair Thompson is the Director of Team Britannia PR and a journalist.
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
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp branded Labour’s migrant deal a “gimmick,” arguing that only 6% of illegal Channel crossers would be returned. As reported by GB News, Chris Philp has criticised Labour’s migrant plan, calling it ineffective
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A YouGov survey shows 54% of Britons support rejoining the EU, but support drops sharply if former opt-outs are not included. As reported by The Guardian, ten years after MPs approved the Brexit referendum, a new poll
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Met chief Sir Mark Rowley says London’s justice system is “close to broken” and admits black boys face “shameful” disparities in safety and opportunity. As reported by Sky News, Sir Mark Rowley admitted it’s “shameful” that black
