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.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London Mayor Sadiq Khan slammed Nigel Farage’s migrant visa plans as unacceptable, warning they could harm London’s diverse and multicultural community. As reported by The Standard, Sir Sadiq Khan condemned Reform UK’s plan to end migrants’ rights
UK Politics (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has defended his colourful campaign stunts during the 2024 and 2025 election periods, asserting that while his party uses these tactics to attract attention, they remain very serious about policy
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Constance Marten and Mark Gordon to face prison after their newborn died; they hid the baby off-grid, leading to her death in freezing conditions. As reported by The Telegraph, Mr Marten and her partner Gordon face long
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Business Secretary Peter Kyle said Lord Peter Mandelson’s “singular talents” outweighed Jeffrey Epstein’s risks, sparking his controversial US ambassador role. As reported by The Independent, a senior cabinet minister admitted political priorities outweighed security concerns, allowing Lord
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK PM Keir Starmer sacks Peter Mandelson as US ambassador over Jeffrey Epstein ties, citing pressure after emails revealed support for Epstein’s early release. As reported by The Guardian, Peter Mandelson has been removed from his position
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS explores drone delivery of defibrillators, aiming to cut response times and increase survival chances for heart attack patients. As reported by The Independent, the NHS may deploy drones to deliver defibrillators quickly, reaching heart patients faster
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage ruled out a pact with former PM Boris Johnson, blaming him for immigration, while defending Nadine Dorries joining his party. As reported by The Guardian, Nigel Farage rejected a pact with Boris
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the UK takes an “extreme” ECHR approach, urging reform while rejecting withdrawal from the convention. As reported by The Telegraph, Shabana Mahmood warned that Britain’s approach to the European Convention on Human
Beijing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Russian President Vladimir Putin invites North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to visit Russia after private talks in Beijing, where Kim promised support in Ukraine. As reported by The Telegraph, Vladimir Putin has invited North Korean leader Kim
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education minister Stephen Morgan says the government plans to reform the ECHR to curb immigration, with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper set to outline details. As reported by The Independent, Stephen Morgan said the government aims to reform
