London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s commitment to “end the 8 am scramble” for medical appointments will be unattainable without raising core allocation for GPs, according to a leading medical association. What are the funding challenges facing Labour’s GP appointment reforms? The
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is currently facing significant scrutiny regarding the appointment of Ian Corfield, a notable Labour Party donor, to a senior position within the Treasury. Corfield, a former banker, was reportedly brought in to assist with the upcoming international investment summit
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s economy has expanded its recovery from recession after recording an expansion of 0.6% in the three months to June, handing a growth to the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, in the run-up to the autumn budget. How
In a surprising twist within the Scottish Conservative Party, allegations have emerged that Douglas Ross, the current leader, plotted to resign over a year ago, intending to install his close ally Russell Findlay as his successor. Senior party figures have recounted a
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK housebuilder Bellway has withdrawn from a £720m takeover offer for its smaller rival Crest Nicholson after months of talks. Why Did Bellway Withdraw from the Crest Nicholson Bid? Bellway stated it “does not intend to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Heathrow Airport has stated it experienced a 90,000 drop in passenger numbers on routes included in a £10 a person government plan. What impact has the £10 ETA fee had on Heathrow’s hub competitiveness? It represented the
In a decisive move to address the recent wave of riots across the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has cancelled his planned holiday, opting instead to remain engaged with ongoing efforts to restore order and public safety. This decision comes in the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The number of assertions made by banks and landlords to repossess houses in England and Wales has attained the highest level in five years as households stumble with higher borrowing costs. How Have Mortgage Possession Claims Changed
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK house prices raised by 0.8% in July, and lower mortgage rates are predicted to lead to continued expansion throughout the rest of the year, according to the mortgage lender Halifax. The average house cost in the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Bank of England urges major UK banks to enhance crisis preparations amid concerns over social media-driven panic. How Is Social Media Affecting Bank Stability According to the Bank of England? The Bank of England has pointed