UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Vodafone and Three UK merged in a £16.5bn deal, creating the UK’s biggest mobile network and pledging £1bn investment in coverage within a year. As reported by The Guardian, Vodafone has formed a £16.5bn merger with Three
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Defence Secretary John Healey warned Britain lost control of borders amid rising migrant crossings, urging France to act against smugglers. As reported by Sky News, John Healey called the recent migration crisis “pretty shocking,” highlighting serious
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea recorded fewer road casualties last year, reflecting improved traffic safety measures and ongoing efforts to reduce road-related injuries. According to preliminary data, fewer traffic fatalities were reported in Kensington and Chelsea last
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Louise Haigh and Andy Burnham urged a bold economic reset in Labour’s spending review, calling for a wealth tax and urgent reforms in housing and education. As reported by The Guardian, former minister Louise Haigh will press
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Attorney General Lord Hermer apologised for comparing Tory and Reform calls to quit the ECHR with 1930s Nazi Germany, calling his remarks “clumsy.” As reported by The Telegraph, Attorney General Lord Hermer expressed regret over comparing Conservative
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Energy Secretary Ed Miliband admits his Doncaster North seat is at risk as local election results show Reform UK gaining ground in key Labour strongholds. Ed Miliband, MP for Doncaster North since 2005, has admitted he could
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council faces sharp criticism from parents and councillors after axing school lollipop patrols, raising safety concerns for children at crossings. Although Croydon Council intends to eliminate its remaining school crossing patrols by the end of the
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden Council and CNWL have launched a one-year £500 pregnancy grant pilot to support financially vulnerable expectant mothers in the borough. In collaboration with the local NHS, Camden Council’s Children’s Centres and Family Hubs and Money Advice
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council will end its mobile library service in July and reduce opening hours at four branches in a cost-cutting move to save on public spending. At a cabinet meeting on May 19, it was decided to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lord Duncan faces inquiry over helping a nuclear firm in a meeting between Terrestrial Energy and a minister, raising conflict of interest concerns. As reported by The Guardian, the House of Lords watchdog has opened an investigation
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick Book Festival 2025 will open with a Jane Austen panel on Sept 11 at Chiswick House, marking 250 years since the author’s birth in a literary tribute. In an interview with director Aisling Walsh and cast
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK Home Office has revoked the deportation order of Gersham Williams, a Windrush citizen wrongly removed despite being eligible under 1971 law. As reported by The Guardian, a member of the Windrush generation who was unlawfully
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Red wall voters turn on Labour over welfare reforms, with 48% disapproving amid outrage over fuel payment cuts and tighter disability aid rules. As reported by The Guardian, a new poll reveals widespread dissatisfaction among red wall
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A EuroMillions winner from Lambeth who had been untraceable has finally claimed their £90,000 prize, days before the ticket was due to expire. To have the opportunity to win this transformative prize, National Lottery players were advised
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A devastating fire has destroyed a £4.5 million mansion in Barnet, London. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the luxury home was reduced to ruins. According to the London Fire Brigade (LFB), some 70 firemen were dispatched to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS England hit by a surge in last-minute elective surgery cancellations, as over 19,000 miss the 28-day deadline, double the 2015 figure. As reported by The Guardian, new data shows nearly a quarter of elective NHS procedures
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner rejects leadership rumours, affirms she has no plans to challenge Sir Keir Starmer. As reported by The Independent, Angela Rayner rules out leadership ambitions, insisting she won’t seek Labour leadership or challenge
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s chief strongly denies allegations of demanding £200,000 from Crystal Palace for a victory parade, amid growing scrutiny and local backlash. The borough’s council members have been urged by Croydon’s chief executive to assist in handling
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs call for a broader right to roam in England after the Supreme Court ruling upheld wild camping rights on Dartmoor without landowner consent. As reported by The Guardian, following the Supreme Court confirming the legality
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – St Joseph’s RC School in Croydon has been praised by Ofsted for delivering an “outstanding” education, offering a private school experience for free. The report was released in January after inspectors visited the St. Joseph’s RC Federation
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon’s £22 million ‘bridge to nowhere’ remains unopened 12 years after construction, raising fresh concerns over public spending and infrastructure delays. “It’s taking an awfully long time for that concrete to dry, isn’t it!” chuckles 72-year-old Dave
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK borrowing hit £20.2bn in April, beating forecasts and sparking concerns over Labour’s fiscal plans as Reeves faces scrutiny before key spending review. The UK’s higher-than-expected April borrowing highlights the pressure on Rachel Reeves to improve public
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents are calling on Camden Council to hold an urgent public meeting after a stabbing near a community centre sparked fears and demands for accountability. Camden Council is being urged to hold a meeting with Afghan refugees
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK inflation jumped to 3.5% in April, which was above forecasts, driven by rising household bills and wage pressures, delaying expected interest rate cuts. As reported by The Guardian, Office for National Statistics data shows inflation in
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Veolia has defended its handling of Croydon waste services after reports emerged of households facing over seven weeks of missed bin collections. Shirley residents claimed that after waste management provider Veolia neglected to collect their trash cans,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Parliament holds off on banning trans women from female restrooms pending official guidance, sparking criticism from women’s rights groups and former MPs. As reported by The Guardian, the House of Parliament will not ban trans women
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Millions of Legal Aid records hacked, exposing sensitive data and sparking concern over outdated systems and years of government neglect. As reported by The Independent, the Legal Aid Agency is under fire after a cyberattack exploited its
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Brockwell Park festival organisers confirm events will proceed this summer, despite a High Court ruling challenging Lambeth Council’s event licensing process. For thousands of ticket buyers who were worried that summer events would be canceled, Brockwell Live
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK and EU strike late deal on fishing access, boosting chances for wider reset on food trade, youth mobility, and security talks at today’s London summit. As reported by the Guardian, UK-EU relations saw an overnight breakthrough
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UNISON allows trans woman Ellie Waple to run for female seat, defying Supreme Court ruling that defines “woman” by biological sex. As reported by The Telegraph, UK’s largest union defies court, backs trans woman for female seat
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet recorded 135 hospital admissions for self-harm among 10–24-year-olds in a year, bucking the national trend of declining rates across England. According to recent data, over 100 children and youth in Barnet were admitted to hospitals after
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council leader Simon Hogg held a community drop-in where Roehampton residents shared local concerns and ideas on housing, safety and services. The Leader was questioned by locals on a number of topics, including recycling, bin collections,
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bexleyheath’s Tipsy Bakery is making headlines with its alcohol-infused cupcakes, pipette toppings and cocktail-flavoured sweet treats drawing attention. As reported by This is Local London, since its establishment in 2022, the Tipsy Bakery has amassed a devoted
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lady Martha Sitwell, model and Royal Ascot figure, was harassed by a stalker outside her Kensington home who made ‘strangling noises,’ a court has been told. As reported by Daily mail, according to a court
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater dismisses claims of lost psychiatric support, insisting MPs and doctors still back her assisted dying bill ahead of a key vote. As reported by The Guardian, Kim Leadbeater dismissed criticism from the Royal
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Thamesmead tenant secured a £100 monthly rent reduction after challenging their landlord’s hike at a property tribunal in Greenwich over excessive demands. As reported by South London Press, although a hike was reasonable, a first-tier property
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council launches sustainable renovation of empty properties, aiming to ease the housing crisis and provide homes for homeless families. As reported by Lambeth News, Lambeth has completed a ground-breaking conversion of two formerly vacant council houses
Canada (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Canada’s PM Mark Carney criticized the UK’s Trump invite, calling it a blow to Canadian sovereignty amid growing diplomatic strains. As reported by Sky News, Mark Carney stated that Britain’s decision to welcome Donald Trump for a
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ongoing missed bin collections in Croydon have led to overflowing rubbish on streets, drawing public complaints over hygiene and a persistent foul odour. As reported by South London Press, the disturbance came after Veolia Garbage Management and
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson after two fires hit properties linked to PM Keir Starmer as counter-terror police investigate. As reported by The Independent, police detained a 21-year-old man on charges of attempted
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport for London will commemorate the 25th anniversary of Croydon’s tram network with special events celebrating its impact on public transport. As reported by Inside Croydon, large portions of the Croydon Trams network were closed early on
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer pledged to lower migration but rejected a fixed cap, unveiling new rules aimed at reducing pressure on housing and public services. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour leader Keir Starmer assured the public
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announces ban on overseas hiring in care homes as Labour targets net migration cut from 728,000 to below 500,000. As reported by The Independent, overseas recruitment in Britain’s care homes has been blocked
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Southwark charity is inspiring 8-year-olds to write books on complex financial topics like asset management, pensions, and investment banking. As reported by Southwark News, a Southwark nonprofit called The Guy Fox History Project teaches elementary school-aged
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK to move 22,000 civil servants from London, tying funding to plans that shift roles closer to communities across towns and cities in the country. As reported by The Guardian, Whitehall departments must outline plans to shift
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing community leaders and residents will gather to address racial disparities in school exclusions, amid growing concern over systemic education inequalities. As reported by Ealing News, school exclusions and racial inequities in education throughout Ealing will be
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s US trade deal sparks backlash over fears of substandard beef imports, despite government reassurances on food safety standards. As per The Telegraph, farming groups have sparked concern over an influx of low-grade American beef. The
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Jonathan Reynolds highlighted that workers were on the verge of job losses without the crucial new US-UK trade deal, vital for British industries. As reported by the Independent, the Trade Secretary warned UK workers were “days” away
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A long-serving Surrey Street market trader has been honoured with a civic award in Croydon for his outstanding community service and local engagement. As reported by Inside Croydon, at this week’s Civic Mayor Awards ceremony at the
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council has announced a one-year council tax discount for military veterans in a move to support ex-service personnel in the borough. As reported by My London, the council is giving local veterans