Spain (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Spain arrests 20 suspected operatives linked to Jalisco New Generation Cartel in a major crackdown involving U.S. DEA priority targets, Italian mafia suspects, and a seizure of 1.8 tons of cocaine and other contraband. Concurrently, Spain also
Opposition parties accuse Waltham Forest Council of “bending the rules” after it declined to disqualify a councillor absent from meetings for six months.
Kensington and Chelsea Council has launched an investigation into allegations that Lord Peter Mandelson relieved himself against a garden wall, prompting public concern.
City investors warn rising bond yields could force Rachel Reeves into a second budget, amid concerns over tax plans, spending cuts and UK fiscal stability.
Throwley Yard Cinema in Sutton has closed just 18 months after opening, despite nearly £3m in council funding and public grants, marking a swift and costly shutdown.
UK energy price cap forecast to drop to £1,725 in January, offering short-term relief before rising nearly £100 in April due to network and policy costs Cornwall Insight.
A study of 9,000 children finds shared brain changes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and conduct disorder, revealing common neurological patterns.
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two Wetherspoon pubs in Waltham Forest have been recognised in the Loo of the Year Awards 2025 for outstanding toilet quality, hygiene, and customer standards. Inspectors have given a platinum plus rating to The King’s Ford
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A private healthcare service launched in Harrow in 2023 is giving residents faster access to medical support, offering an alternative to long GP and hospital waiting times. Located on Greenhill Road, six minutes’ walk from Harrow on
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Trading Standards officers have seized 12,263 illegal vapes worth over £106,000 since 2021, marking a major escalation in enforcement efforts. Nearly £24,000 worth of illegal vapes were seized in the last seven
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Council has introduced tougher planning controls, tightening rules on landlords seeking to convert family homes into rented rooms amid housing and safety concerns. In order to better control the quantity and quality of houses of multiple
Russell Findlay criticizes UK asylum plans as 'chaotic soundbites,' calling for stronger action on small boat crossings and ECHR reforms.