UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-pensions minister Steve Webb urges the British government to raise the minimum auto-enrolment pension contributions to ensure better retirement outcomes. As reported by The Guardian, a former minister has urged the government to “think big” on retirement
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer’s Chagos Islands deal sparks surge of islanders to UK, with councils urging government funding for housing and support services. As reported by The Telegraph, many Chagossians are arriving in Britain in significant numbers
Taiwan (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Five Labour MPs visit Taiwan to strengthen relations post-election, marking the first trip amid China’s growing regional aggressions. As reported by The Guardian, in their first overseas mission since Labour’s election victory, five MPs are set to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour faces growing pressure to back Palestinian statehood at the UN, with party figures warning that delays could undermine hopes for peace. As reported by The Guardian, both internal and external voices are urging Labour ministers to
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two men were hospitalized following a violent altercation on South Street in Romford, Havering. Police launched an investigation into the late-night incident. Just after 4.30 am on this morning (May 24), Metropolitan Police officers were called to
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has unveiled architects’ designs for five new infill council housing projects across the borough, aiming to boost local affordable housing. Haworth Tompkins, Al-Jawad Pike, NOOMA Studio, Archio, and Citizens Design Bureau created the projects. A
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Robert Jenrick urged the Conservative Party to accelerate policy reform, warning that delays could jeopardize its future in a fast-moving landscape. As reported by the Guardian, the shadow justice secretary has urged the party to act swiftly
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick Flower Market has been denied access to park vendor vans in Bond Street car park, sparking concerns over logistics and weekend trading disruptions. The directors of Flower Market were questioned by Hounslow‘s licensing panel on the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s 2030 energy goals face a setback as SSE cuts renewable spending by £3bn, citing delays and shifting focus to grid upgrades. As reported by The Guardian, a leading UK energy developer is slashing its renewable
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Roof Gardens, a celebrity-frequented private members club in Kensington, has unveiled plans to extend its historic venue with a new development proposal. According to Kensington High Street’s Roof Gardens, the new area would have