Beth Malcolm is Scottish based Journalist at Heriot-Watt University studying French and British Sign Language. She is originally from the north west of England but is living in Edinburgh to complete her studies.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Sir Keir Starmer interrupted his Scotland holiday for Ukraine talks in Washington, returning to continue discussions with international allies. As reported by The Independent, Keir Starmer returned to Scotland after pausing his family holiday to
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russian strikes killing civilians, urged reliable security, and warned Moscow must not be rewarded. As reported by The Guardian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the overnight Russian strikes in Ukraine, describing them as a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK health authorities urge Britons to avoid sharing towels and razors amid rising MRSA cases, urging hygiene to curb the spread in gyms and clubs. As reported by The Independent, health authorities warned Britons after a rise
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A musical production celebrating the anniversary of the Windrush will be performed in Croydon, honouring the legacy and cultural impact of the Windrush generation. Jamaica Love, written and directed by Mervyn Weir and nominated for Best Musical
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – England and Wales prisons hit 88,238 inmates, a near record high, rising despite early releases; “deport now, appeal later” plan seeks to ease overcrowding. As reported by The Independent, official figures show the prison population in England
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Pollsters warn Labour’s move to lower the voting age to 16 could benefit smaller parties like Reform and Jeremy Corbyn in the 2029 elections. As reported by The Independent, leading pollsters say Labour’s plan to lower the
Barking and Dagenham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A weekly roundup of planning applications validated in Barking and Dagenham, including housing, commercial developments, and community projects. The application is one of several that Barking and Dagenham Council recently approved, including roof conversions, home
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – HMRC data shows over 2.6 million savers will face tax bills in 2025 due to frozen thresholds and high interest, with the average bill hitting £2,300. As reported by The Telegraph, more than 2.6 million UK taxpayers
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – ONS data shows England and Wales’ population rose by 706,881 in 2024, mostly due to migration, the second-biggest annual increase in 75 years. As reported by The Independent, official figures show a historic rise in the population
US (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US President Donald Trump urged UK PM Keir Starmer to cut taxes and boost North Sea oil drilling, calling it vital to lowering costs and beating Reform UK. As reported by The Independent, former US president Donald
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK’s Mark Hoath condemned London Mayor Sadiq Khan for rejecting Nigel Farage’s debate challenge, calling his record on crime “shameful.” As reported by GB News, Sir Sadiq Khan faces accusations of “cowardice” for avoiding a debate
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – 26 MPs, including senior Labour figures, are urging a vote on a 2% wealth tax on assets over £10m ahead of the autumn Budget to ease public spending gaps. As reported by The Telegraph, MPs have called
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Michael Gove says deputy PM Angela Rayner made a “big mistake” with riot warning, claiming such remarks risk inciting unrest and damaging public trust. As reported by The Independent, a former Tory cabinet minister has criticised Angela
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In a leaked recording, Conservative MP Alex Burghart urged the party to continue apologising for past mistakes, revealing ongoing internal tensions. As reported by The Telegraph, a senior Tory MP has urged the party to keep expressing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK PM Keir Starmer pledges to abolish Acoba and introduce a new commission with stronger powers and financial sanctions for post-ministerial misconduct. As reported by The Guardian, Keir Starmer plans to scrap the post-ministerial watchdog Acoba. Under
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined reforms to ease City rules, promote stock market investment, and drive economic growth across the UK. As reported by The Guardian, Rachel Reeves announced new City reforms to cut rules and help grow
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The BMA says doctors deserve a 29% raise after Covid-era service and years of cuts, as strike action threatens NHS operations from 25 July. As reported by The Guardian, the British Medical Association has backed resident doctors’
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Unite’s Sharon Graham called Angela Rayner’s role in the Birmingham bin strike “abhorrent” and warned the union may cut ties with Labour. As reported by The Independent, Unite leader Sharon Graham described Deputy PM Angela Rayner’s actions
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
Westminster (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Westminster City Council approved 144 new homes at 291 Harrow Road, including 48 affordable homes and 24 for Adult Social Care. Councillor Ellie Ormsby supports this green, inclusive plan. As City of Westminster News reported, Westminster City
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – OBR warns UK debt could hit 270% of GDP by 2070s as Keir Starmer’s welfare U-turns leave Reeves scrambling to fix a deepening black hole in public finances. As reported by The Independent, the Office for Budget
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s NIC hike drives major fall in summer roles, with hospitality cuts pushing seasonal vacancies to their lowest level since 2018. As reported by The Telegraph, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ jobs tax has pushed summer vacancies in bars
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lisa Nandy slammed the BBC over Bob Vylan’s broadcast, demanding answers and accountability for failing to act on anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy voiced dissatisfaction with the BBC’s handling of the Bob Vylan row,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK faces criticism for cutting foreign aid and sending only a minister to a major UN development finance summit, raising questions about its commitment. As reported by The Independent, critics say Britain’s reduced aid funding and
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – TfL’s union duty bill surged to £9.2m this year for 843 staff, fuelling criticism of Labour leadership as service cuts and strikes continue. As reported by The Standard, Transport for London paid £9.2m to staff carrying out
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A judge granted Palestine Action an urgent court hearing to challenge its terror ban, amid warnings it could threaten protest rights in the UK. As reported by The Guardian, an urgent High Court hearing will be held
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK civil servants call Palestine Action ban “absurd”, warning it misuses terror laws to silence protest against UK arms sales to Israel. As reported by The Guardian, a senior civil servant says the Home Office is facing
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – TfL insiders admit Tube graffiti may aid Sadiq Khan’s push for new trains, prompting concerns he’s ignoring vandalism to bolster funding requests. As reported by The Telegraph, Transport for London sources say the graffiti outbreak on the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner defends Labour’s welfare reforms as 122 MPs rebel, insisting the vote will go ahead despite internal divisions in the party. As reported by The Guardian, Angela Rayner has publicly backed Keir Starmer’s
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ofsted’s Priya Bhagrath said SEND schools fail ‘global majority’ pupils by offering a diluted curriculum lacking cultural depth and racial representation. As reported by the Telegraph, a senior Ofsted figure has demanded a more inclusive curriculum in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK health secretary Wes Streeting orders national probe into NHS maternity care, citing systemic failures and pledging support for grieving families. As reported by The Independent, Wes Streeting has launched a nationwide inquiry into NHS maternity services
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs urge PM Keir Starmer to ban Iran’s IRGC after the UK banned Palestine Action, calling it a rising threat to Britain’s national security. As reported by The Telegraph, Keir Starmer faces pressure from his party
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater warned MPs that rejecting her assisted dying bill could delay reform for terminally ill patients by another 10 years. As reported by the Independent, Kim Leadbeater urged MPs to support her assisted dying
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Canada Water Leisure Centre’s spring 2025 opening has been delayed, with Southwark Council yet to confirm a revised launch date for the long-awaited facility. The nearly 60-year-old Seven Islands Leisure Centre will be replaced by the new
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Emergency admissions for respiratory disease are rising in the NHS area covering Barnet, according to newly released health data highlighting local concerns. It coincides with England’s admissions rate reaching its highest point since the Covid-19 pandemic. This
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Glebe Street Surgery merges with Chiswick Medical Practice, expanding healthcare services and unifying patient care across the Chiswick community. Grove Park Surgery, Wellesley Road Surgery, and Chiswick Family Doctors Practice were the three Chiswick surgeries that came
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Leaked MoJ papers reveal govt admits early release scheme may burden police and leave victims feeling justice wasn’t served. As reported by the Telegraph, the government has acknowledged that law enforcement may face additional duties related to
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council invests £400k from public funds into wildflower meadows and bike hangars to boost biodiversity and promote sustainable transport. In November 2023, Hammersmith and Fulham Council invited locals to participate in the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government rejected legal drug use rooms despite Glasgow’s pilot success, facing backlash for endangering thousands of drug users’ lives. As reported by The Independent, officials confirmed there are no plans to amend drug laws for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Home Office links rising Channel crossings to calm weather and crowded boats, though experts say smuggling and demand drive long-term increases. As reported by the Guardian, Home Office analysis says calmer weather and more crowded boats
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Andy Slaughter MP labels the Post Office “utterly unaccountable” during remarks in Chiswick, amid growing scrutiny over its handling of recent scandals. Hammersmith and Chiswick MP Andy Slaughter told The Chiswick Calendar that the Post Office is
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Sikhs warn Labour of losing votes and barring MPs from Sikh venues if no judge-led inquiry into the UK’s role in the 1984 Golden Temple attack. As reported by The Guardian, the UK’s Sikh community plans
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A proposal has been submitted in Havering to demolish a home on Cross Road, Romford, and replace it with five new houses, sparking local planning interest. On Jamie Pickerill’s behalf, Form Architecture has filed a planning application
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Peabody chief urges the Treasury to class social housing as vital infrastructure, calling it key to fixing the UK’s housing crisis and boosting growth. As reported by The Guardian, a leading UK housing chief has urged ministers
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Museum’s manager calls on local residents to support the conservation and protection of the borough’s heritage amid growing preservation concerns. 11 conservation areas in Havering have been identified due to their unique architectural or historic significance.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Marina Wheeler, ex-wife of Boris Johnson, calls for Britain to repair Brexit and rebuild EU ties, pushing for a bolder approach than Labour’s reset. As reported by The Telegraph, Marina Wheeler, Boris Johnson’s ex-wife, has called on
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Carers Centre users in Croydon allege they were excluded from a key Care Quality Commission inspection, raising concerns over transparency and representation. When inspectors from the Care Quality Commission visit Fisher’s Folly this week to examine the
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Councillor Linda Bird has been officially elected as Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for the 2025–2026 term during a full council meeting. Councillor Bird, who has spent more than 40 years in Eltham, has devoted
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government pressed to introduce Ukrainian GCSE for refugee kids, preventing retrauma linked to Russian language education. As reported by The Guardian, the children’s commissioner, alongside officials in Kyiv, has called on the British government to
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents of a Hammersmith road claim it’s been ‘completely neglected’, with reports of drug use and antisocial behaviour, including weed found in front gardens. The Hammersmith and Fulham Council claims to be taking “real action”
