Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An independent review by senior local government figures has praised Ealing Council as “well-led” and “moving in the right direction.” A team of senior council officers and seasoned council leaders was recently dispatched by the Local Government
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mounjaro users attempt “fifth dose” amid shortages, raising safety concerns as pharmacists and experts warn against potential health risks. As reported by The Independent, experts warned against extracting extra doses from prescribed syringes. The drug maker Eli
Beijing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un will join Xi Jinping at Beijing’s Victory Day parade, signalling defiance to the West. As reported by The Guardian, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un will join Chinese President
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The housing regulator has identified “serious failings” at Kensington and Chelsea Council, raising concerns over management and resident safety standards. The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has given the borough of Kensington and Chelsea, which
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Party has begun advertising for a candidate to contest Croydon’s mayoral elections in May 2025, signalling its local ambitions. This week, the recruitment ad was distributed. Reform is searching for a successor after
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The latest food hygiene scores for Harrow have been published, with several local businesses awarded the highest ratings in July and August inspections. Numerous locations throughout the borough have received the highest rating of five (Very Good),
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Over 100 North Finchley residents gathered last month to launch a campaign proposing alternatives to Barnet’s current housing plans for the area. Criticising the developer’s plans it adds: “These poorly designed proposals should be replaced with schemes
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets Council’s Shared Lives service has been rated ‘Good’ in its first Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, marking a strong achievement. Through the program Shared Lives, adults with learning disabilities are paired with thoroughly screened
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Council has announced a call for artists to design murals and public artworks in Southall, with applications open until 3 September 2025. The project intends to enhance the appearance and feel of certain parts of the
Tokyo (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Japan’s plan to link four cities with African countries sparked xenophobic backlash, fueled by media misreports suggesting mass immigration fears. As reported by The Guardian, Japan’s efforts to strengthen ties with African countries have sparked a crisis
Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Merton Council seizes 18 rental homes after a landlord repeatedly failed to license them, ensuring safer living conditions for residents. In August 2024, the council temporarily took over the properties using its extraordinary powers. Tenants’ complaints regarding
Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Amira Issa has been sentenced after Hillingdon Council found she filed a fraudulent housing application while living permanently outside the borough. At the Ealing Magistrates’ Court on Friday, August 1, 41-year-old Amira Issa of Tustin Estate, Southwark,
