Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following public backlash, Perry sought police assistance to evict squatters from Wandle Park in Croydon, escalating tensions over the site’s occupation. Without giving the squatters at the Wandle Park café the advance notice that is often necessary
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK denies visa to top Nigerian security expert and family, sparking racism claims despite strong ties, business success, and clear intent to return home. As reported by The Guardian, the Home Office faces criticism after denying a
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing residents are encouraged to nominate outstanding local councillors for a prestigious national award recognising service and leadership in the community. Residents of Ealing still have time to nominate a local councillor for the annual Cllr Awards,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Aviation Minister Mike Kane invites Heathrow or rivals to propose a third runway to boost airport competition and drive UK economic growth by 2035. As reported by The Standard, Mike Kane says a Heathrow rival could build
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council appoints ‘Interim Adam’ to a key planning role at a £1,000 daily rate, raising questions about public spending amid local budget pressures. This website has found that Heather Cheesbrough’s stand-in replacement is a “interim specialist”
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Blue Labour pushes crackdown on DEI and immigration, urging ministers to legislate against inclusion policies to win over Reform-leaning voters. As reported by The Guardian, a Labour-aligned faction shaping Number 10’s message to Reform voters has called
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tory peer Lord Vaizey proposed delaying a heated tobacco ban weeks after a Philip Morris-funded trip to its Swiss lab, raising lobbying concerns. As reported by The Guardian, weeks after a tobacco firm funded his Swiss trip,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two people were injured in a knife attack on Frith Road, Croydon, during broad daylight, prompting police investigations and heightened community concern. Concerns regarding crime levels in downtown Croydon have been heightened by the most recent savage
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport for London blocked Bpas abortion reform ads, citing police criticism concerns, despite ASA approval, sparking backlash from campaigners and MPs. As reported by The Guardian, TfL has decided not to display Bpas ads calling on MPs
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London’s WWII-era tunnels, once used by military intelligence and said to inspire James Bond, will transform into a major tourist spy museum by 2028. Ian Fleming, author of the Bond novels, worked with Churchill’s intelligence unit 30
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s pension reform may let firms tap £160bn in surpluses, risking final salary schemes’ stability while generating a £40bn tax boost for the Treasury. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour plans to lift safeguards protecting pensions from
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour in Croydon faces mounting challenges as financial troubles and declining membership numbers raise questions about the party’s local strength. The Conservatives and Labour have controlled British politics for the last century. The Conservatives and Labour have
