London (Parliament News) – Controversy arises as a Met officer implies Jewish presence provokes at a pro-Palestine march. Apologies follow, affirming being Jewish is not provocative. Mixed reactions ensue. After a row over the policing of a pro-Palestine march, the government said
London (Parliament News) – Metropolitan Police faces criticism after threatening to arrest Gideon Falter, openly Jewish, near a pro-Palestine rally in London. Falter decries lack of safety for Jews during such events. The chair of a charity combatting antisemitism expressed that the
London (Parliament News) – UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak advocates for reforming the “sick note culture,” emphasizing the need to address long-term sickness and reduce reliance on welfare benefits. He proposes changes to support returning to work. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
London (Parliament News) – The European Union proposes a UK-specific youth mobility deal post-Brexit, allowing easier travel and work opportunities for young people, addressing concerns of differential treatment among EU citizens. The European Union wants to begin talks with the UK government
London (Parliament News) – Sadiq Khan pledges to extend free primary school meals for London children if re-elected, aiming to make them permanent and universal, benefiting families and improving equality. All primary school kids in London will enjoy free school feasts for
London (Parliament News) – Compensation for UK train delays hits £100m annually, with payouts doubling in a year. Rising claims indicate ongoing rail troubles, prompting calls for systemic reform and Labour advocates for public ownership. Compensation disbursed to passengers for train delays
Lonon (Parliament News) – High Court rules against a Muslim student’s challenge to a prayer ban at Michaela Community School in London, upholding the school’s policy. A north London school headed by “Britain’s strictest headteacher” has succeeded in a High Court battle
London (Parliament News) – UK’s Lord Cameron confirms UK’s assistance to Israel against Iran’s drone attack to prevent conflict escalation. Iran’s failed aggression is seen as a setback. RAF intercepted drones. PM to address Parliament. The UK supported Israel’s defence against Iran
London (Parliament News) – East London charity Smile London and Essex faces imminent closure after being asked to vacate its premises. Urgent fundraising efforts are underway to secure a new location. An east London charity that assists thousands of low-income families is
London (Parliament News) – Former U.K. PM Boris Johnson clarifies Canada’s AUKUS exclusion wasn’t intentional, stating it stemmed from a submarine deal. He also discusses potential Canadian inclusion and other global matters. Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson expressed Canada’s withdrawal from