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) – Diane Abbott condemns Keir Starmer’s defense spending policy, calling it “morally indefensible” and argues cutting foreign aid won’t make Britain safer. A Labour MP, Diane Abbott, criticized the Labour leader’s approach, arguing that cuts to the international
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council is consulting on its 16-19 SEND travel policy, seeking public input to improve transport support for young people with special educational needs. A change from the current service to a direct payment method is suggested
Kensington And Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A wealthy art collector’s son stabbed his live-in housekeeper at the family’s Kensington and Chelsea borough mansion, calling her “evil” during the attack. Maximillian Bourne was accused of trying to kill Joselia Pereira Do Nascimento
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet residents raise concerns over a new playground’s water logging issues, accusing Barnet Council of excluding stakeholders from the design process. The outdated condition of the Mill Hill Park playground, located off Daws Lane, has been a
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council’s latest planning applications include a proposal for 14 new homes above a shop in Romford town centre. Find out more about the plans. A two-story addition to the existing store at 38–42 Market Place is
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ahead of Croydon Council’s budget meetings, Green councillors propose a 50% cut in the Mayor’s special allowances, urging more realistic financial policies. “Honesty about the mess we are in and fairness in making those who can afford
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey borough tenants received a £10,797 rent refund after landlord Ashok Patel failed to license a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in Muswell Hill. On August 29, 2020, Patel leased the house to the tenants for £1980
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – East Putney and Southfields residents shared views on local issues at a Wandsworth Council drop-in, hosted by Leader Simon Hogg at St Michael’s Primary School. The event, which took place today on February 22, was one of
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A postmaster urges the community to join a fundraising walk in memory of Khushil Pandya, a Harrow teenager who died from a rare brain tumor. By organizing a team for the London Twilight Walk on March 22,
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An investigation is underway after an unidentified chemical was discovered at Hounslow Police Station, prompting safety concerns and official inquiries. Today, February 20, the chemical material was found in a bag at the station on Montague Road.
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council tax rises by 4.99%, adding £100 annually for Band-D homes. Local Democracy Reporter Sebastian Mann covers the impact on residents. Waltham Forest council tax is expected to increase by 4.99% in April, which
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Palestine Action supports action against Hackney Council over alleged complicity in Israel’s Gaza genocide, as activists call for accountability. Anonymous activists escalated the situation and covered Hackney Town Hall in blood-red paint after years of local struggle
