UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s agreement to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius was blocked after a court order following a legal challenge from a Diego Garcia resident. As reported by The Guardian, the British government’s deal to cede the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK plans to free some sex and violent offenders early, allowing release at half sentence under new reform to address prison overcrowding. As reported by the Independent, reforms to address overcrowded prisons may allow sexual and
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon MP Steve Reed receives political backlash and a ‘yellow card’ warning for close ties to water industry lobbyists amid public accountability concerns. Steve Reed OBE, the MP for Streatham (who is also incompatible with Croydon North),
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Portsmouth’s £25m Brexit food inspection hub may be dismantled after an EU deal scrapped checks, leaving the site unused and the council facing a £6m shortfall. As reported by The Guardian, the future of Portsmouth’s £25m Brexit
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Julia Lopez MP supports demands for the new east London Superloop bus to include a stop in Hornchurch, Havering, challenging plans to route it via Elm Park. It follows a meeting last month where Healthwatch Havering urged
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the UK’s next major trade deal will be with Gulf nations, following recent agreements with the US, EU, and India. As reported by The Standard, Rachel Reeves said the UK is nearing a
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Croydon family has spent 9,500 days in temporary accommodation, spotlighting a national crisis as 130,000 households face long-term emergency housing. The number comprises 165,510 children and has increased by over 15% in the past year alone.
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth leads the 2025 TCS Mini London Marathon in Schools, with the most participating schools, backing its Wandsworth Moves Together activity strategy. The TCS Mini London Marathon in Schools is an online competition that allows schools to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Children’s charities urge Keir Starmer to scrap the two-child benefit cap, with polls showing broad voter support, including among swing voters. As reported by The Guardian, Labour-aligned organisations and children’s welfare charities are stepping up demands for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lib Dem MP Layla Moran demands the UK back tough Israeli stance with action as Gaza civilians face starvation, bombings, and medical collapse. As reported by The Guardian, Layla Moran has called on the British government to
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ofsted has released its latest inspection report for St Peter’s Primary School in Croydon, offering a detailed assessment of standards and pupil progress. As reported by Your Local Guardian, the “ambitious curriculum,” “strong leadership,” and “nurturing environment”
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has secured £4.5 million in external funding to support eco-friendly upgrades and reduce emissions in public buildings across the borough. As reported by Wandsworth, the council will be able to reduce energy use by 92%
