UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour faces backlash over its welfare consultation, slammed as a “sham” for excluding PIP cuts and major reforms from public discussion. Labour’s controversial welfare changes will soon allow affected benefit claimants to share their input, but the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kemi Badenoch rules out a national alliance with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK but signals Conservatives can form local coalitions with his party. Tory leader has confirmed that party councillors are permitted to form alliances with Reform UK
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Mayor to take legal action against a controversial vape shop owner accused of repeatedly obstructing pavements with cargo stacks, sparking complaints. This long-awaited action is a part of the borough’s “crackdown” on antisocial behaviour by Croydon
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy, attributes London’s millionaire exodus to Brexit, urging the government to better EU relations to support UK businesses. As reported by The Guardian, Lisa Nandy points to Brexit as the cause of London’s
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour revives “Buy British” campaign to counter Donald Trump’s tariffs, with Keir Starmer proposing procurement rule changes to favour local firms. As reported by The Telegraph, to counter the impact of Trump’s levies, major UK public projects
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local activists are mobilising after the We Demand Change summit in Haringey, building momentum for unity and voicing strong opposition to Labour’s militarism. Following the summit on We Demand Change last month, activists are ramping up their
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Halifax reveals that UK house prices fell by 0.5% in March, the largest fall in a year, as demand normalized after a rush to beat stamp duty changes. As reported by The Guardian, the UK housing market
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Liberal Democrats aim to boost their position in May’s local elections by criticizing Trump’s policies, especially his tariffs and dealings with Russia. As reported by The Guardian, Ed Davey’s party is ramping up its anti-Trump campaign
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Youth Demand activists have blocked roads in Camden during a protest spotlighting the Gaza conflict and climate crisis, threatening to shut down the city. At approximately 11 a.m., some 65 activists assembled at Brunswick Square Gardens. At
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Croydon woman fractured her spine using an NHS bed aid after the council cut her overnight care. Watchdog finds Croydon Council failed in its duty. The decision by Croydon council to stop financing her nighttime care,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Angela Rayner’s employment reforms face backlash over concerns they could impose excessive restrictions on workplace discussions. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour’s workplace speech reforms face backlash amid concerns they could trigger lawsuits over “hurt feelings.” What
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new podcast studio, launched with Croydon Council, aims to equip young people with creative and technical skills, fostering media talent in the borough. All Heads Recognised (AHR), which offers educational support for youth, is running a