Federica Calabrò is a journalist at Parliament News, She is covering Business and General World News. She is a native of Naples, commenced her career as a teller at Poste Italiane before following her passion for dance. Graduating in classical dance, she showcased her talents with two entertainment companies, enchanting audiences throughout Italy. Presently, Federica serves as the general secretary at the Allianz Bank Financial Advisors financial promotion center in Naples. In this capacity, she manages office forms, provides document assistance for Financial Advisors, oversees paperwork for the back office, and ensures smooth customer reception and assistance at the front office. Outside her professional obligations, Federica indulges in her passion for writing in her leisure time.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Liberal Democrats are considering a Commons vote on Waspi compensation, with deputy leader Daisy Cooper expressing concerns over Labour’s decision to reject the compensation plan. Daisy Cooper revealed that the Liberal Democracy party could use an
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Home Office is under fire over a history course on the British Empire, which has been accused by leading historians of being misleading and promoting biased views. Civil servants are required to take a course focusing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer confronts his first major Brexit test as unionists use the Stormont brake to object to EU laws, forcing the UK government to respond to Northern Ireland’s role in following Brexit agreements. Unionists and independent members
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Keir Starmer will face tough scrutiny from MPs after Labour’s poll ratings falter, with criticisms on recent policies like inheritance tax changes and the Wapsi women issue. On Thursday, for the first time since his election
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 60 parliamentarians are pushing for a switch to electronic voting to replace in-person voting, arguing that the current system wastes valuable time and disrupts legislative work. The combined letter to the leader of the Commons,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Minister Bridget Phillipson says Labour will review Wales smacking ban’s impact before deciding if similar measures are required in England, confirming no current plans for legislation. She described the proposals on children’s safety as a “landmark”
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – During a two-day Northern Europe visit, Sir Starmer travels to Norway to announce a green energy partnership aimed at enhancing Britain’s energy security. Before participating in a defence summit in Estonia, he is travelling to Norway to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Industry experts have warned that Britain does not have the required builders to achieve the homes goal promised by the Labour government. Leaders from the construction industry told the BBC that thousands of new workers are needed
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Immigration Minister Angela Eagle confirmed that Britain would help Syrian refugees who wish to return but stressed the need to wait for the current situation in Syria to stabilise. Around 6,500 Syrian asylum decisions have been suspended
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Six people have been charged with links to the banned PKK group following a counter-terrorism investigation, sparking protests in the Kurdish community in London. According to London’s Metropolitan Police, the six suspects would appear in court on
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government is reconsidering to remove the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from the terror status after their involvement in Syria’s recent regime change and ousting Bashar-al-Assad. Pat McFadden, Minister for Intergovernmental Relations, told the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A report from the Labour-linked think tank highlights that Keir Starmer’s focus on centrist voters has secured Labour a large majority but leaves the party with a weak mandate for real progress. According to the Thin Ice
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Keir Starmer confirmed no plans for further tax increases before the next election but left room for changes in unforeseen circumstances. The British Prime Minister admitted that some of his decisions might not always be popular,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Keir Starmer is launching a new plan to reassure voters that his government is working to improve their lives despite economic challenges and farmer protests. Sir Starmer seeks to shift the narrative on his five-month-old government’s
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour has announced that three key London commuter rail companies will be brought back to public ownership next year, following the passage of the Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Act. Three key London commuter rail companies, including
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Ministry of Defence is conducting its first war games with defence companies to test domestic supply chains and enhance the UK’s defence sectors, as officials raised concerns over the armed force’s preparedness to address global threats.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – CBI warns of negative growth expectations for the first time in 2024, with firms forecasting declines across sectors after the government’s recent budget and tax hikes. According to the CBI’s latest Growth Indicator, the private business sector
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Bank of England highlighted rising trade barriers and financial uncertainty as threats to growth and inflation, though UK banks are well-capable. Starting in 2025, stress tests will be conducted every two years to focus on broader
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British Prime Minister appointed Heidi Alexander as the new transport secretary after Louise Haigh’s resignation over admitting to a mobile phone offence. Heidi Alexander has been appointed as the new transport secretary after Louise Haigh resigned
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – MPs have supported a bill to approve assisted dying for terminally ill adults, marking a historic step forward. The legislation will undergo further scrutiny in Parliament before becoming law. Under proposed legislation, terminally ill individuals in England
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – David Lammy announces plans to appoint a special envoy to manage complex detention cases involving Britons abroad and provide them with a legal right to consular access. Foreign minister David Lammy proposes appointing an envoy to address
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London’s counter-terrorism police have detained six people on suspicion of links to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) during raids in multiple areas. Police confirmed no immediate danger to the public. Six individuals have been arrested in London
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been criticized as “incompetent at best, dishonest at worst” in a report by MPs and Lords, citing regulatory failures, a toxic work environment, and whistleblower neglect, demanding urgent reforms to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A gunman opened fire on a car in Ladbroke Grove, seriously injuring an 8-year-old girl and a man, as police appeal for information to track the suspect. Metropolitan police report critical injuries to girl, 8, and man
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man is critically injured for his life after a stabbing incident on Westminster Bridge, with three individuals arrested. The incident is not terror-related, and the bridge remains closed for investigation. According to the Metropolitan Police, a
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall announced young people refusing work or training will face benefit sanctions under government welfare reforms to tackle unemployment and rising costs. Ms. Liz Kendall warns that refusing work or training could
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s Respect orders will impose up to two years in jail, unlimited fines and curfews for penalties for persistent antisocial behaviour with penalties. Police will gain enhanced powers including vehicle seizures and ban offenders from public spaces
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – John Prescott, the former UK’s Deputy Prime Minister, has passed away at the age of 86 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. A key player in Tony Blair’s New Labour government, Prrescoot was remembered for his blunt
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government has launched a review of physicians and anaesthesia associates in the National Health Service (NHS) to address concerns above their roles and safety. Health Minister Wes Streeting aims to reduce tensions within the staff.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK retailers, including Tesco and Marks & Spencer, have warned Chancellor Rachel Reeves of a £7 billion cost increase from budget tax rises, leading to job reduction and higher prices. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) insisted the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The head of the National Farmers Union (NFU), Tom Bradshaw, has accused government ministers of betraying the agricultural industry with a new inheritance tax on farms over £1 million. Thousands of farmers are ready to protest in
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Boris Johnson claims the newly elected Trump won’t embarrass himself and allow Putin to win the Ukraine war. Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has stated that he believes Donald Trump will not embarrass himself by letting Vladimir
London (parliament Politics Magazine) – UK home prices have fallen by over £5,000 this month, as the autumn budget triggered concerns in the housing market ahead of the seasonal Christmas slowdown. According to the UK’s real estate website Rightmove, in November, the
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – An east London woman was found dead in a car boot, and police believe she was struck by someone she knew. As reported by the Guardian, a murder investigation was undertaken by Northamptonshire police after the body
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens announces 13m grand scheme for Port Talbot workers and businesses hit by Port Talbot Blast Furnace Closures. The UK government launches a new fund scheme to support steelworkers after job losses. This scheme
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – PM Keir Starmer has told the Welsh Labour meeting he would support Labour’s Budget “all day long” as farmers opposed inheritance tax changes outside the venue. Praising a “new era” of Labour Wales and Labour Britain “pulling
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Prince Harry will continue his lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN) over claims of illegal activities by journalists and private investigations, even as many other claimants have settled, his lawyer stated on Friday. Prince Harry,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street issued an apology to UK Hindus after serving meat and alcohol at its Diwali celebration two, a spokesperson for Sir Keir Starmer said on Friday, following backlash over the event. Press reports from India revealed
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s economy expanded by only 0.1% between July and September 2024, according to a report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). UK GDP saw a 0.1% drop in September with the services sector flat growth
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A substantial proportion of NHS medical attendants in England and Wales are likely to exert a “conscience clause” if assisted dying is approved by parliament. The assisted dying bill specifies that no doctor would be under any
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government is planning to introduce new cryptocurrency rules aimed at responding to Donald Trump’s pro-crypt policies in the United States and attracting global trade to the UK as a competitive hub for digital assets. In
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Macquarie Asset Management and Ferrovial, via Macquarie European Infrastructure Fund 4, have agreed to sell AGS Airports to AviAlliance. On Wednesday, Spanish infrastructure giant Ferrovial and its partner Macquarie confirmed that it will sell the operating rights
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government outlined ambitious NHS reforms on Wednesday, aimed at enhancing value for money and productivity to make the most of 23 billion ($29 billion) in new funding to help reduce patient waiting lists. As part
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Health Secretary praised the head of a London NHS trust “busting” through waiting list backlogs as he unveiled sweeping reforms for the health service. The UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting mentioned the work being done by
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned that British forces could be deployed to Ukraine if US newly elected President Donald Trump reduces US defence funding for the war-torn nation. On Monday, during an exclusive in-depth interview
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government will find a shared approach with Trump on climate change issues and net zero, the Energy Security Minister of the UK has said. In remarks that could open the door to future dialogue, the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK’s financial watchdog fined Metro Bank nearly £17m for failings in its money-laundering rules over four years. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) administered the £16.7m penalty after finding losses in monitoring 60m transactions over a four-year period
Robbie Williams, the beloved British pop icon, is making a triumphant return to Budapest as part of his ‘Live 2025’ world tour. On 12 September 2025, fans in Hungary will have the chance to see Williams perform at the MVM Dome, where
In a pivotal disclosure at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, Amanda Pritchard, Chief Executive of NHS England, revealed that a request for 10,000 additional permanent, staffed hospital beds was blocked by Boris Johnson’s government in July 2020. The denial, primarily from the Treasury,
LONDON, Nov 12 – British wage growth has slowed to its lowest pace in more than two years, providing the Bank of England with reassurance that inflationary pressures may continue to ease. Data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed
