Massimiliano Verde is a journalist at Parliament News, He is covering Society and Culture News. Boasting a Master's Degree in Political Science, stands as a prominent figure in the Italian cultural landscape. His presidency of the Neapolitan Academy, a scientifically and sociolinguistically renowned group, attests to his relentless dedication to safeguarding and promoting Neapolitan language and culture. His activism and profound expertise have propelled him into the role of interlocutor for UNESCO as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), a prestigious acknowledgment highlighting the significance of his efforts in preserving the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.
Verde's fervent passion for the history and culture of Southern Italy has driven him to immerse himself in research, resulting in numerous essays and articles that delve into the peculiarities and beauties of the region. His commitment extends beyond academia, manifesting in ongoing dissemination activities aimed at acquainting the general public with the rich cultural heritage of the South. His endeavors transcend national boundaries, as evidenced by his participation in international conferences and collaboration with various foreign institutions, rendering him an ambassador of Southern culture on the global stage and fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ LinkedIn profile misrepresents her Bank of England experience, stating a longer tenure than official records show. As reported by The Independent, Rachel Reeves overstated her tenure at the Bank of England on the networking
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British PM confirmed a judge-led inquiry into the Nottingham attacks will begin soon, ensuring accountability by reviewing agencies’ roles in the case. The Nottingham attacks will be scrutinized in a judge-led investigation commencing soon, Keir Starmer
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for Chinese ‘super embassy’ near the Tower of London gained momentum as Tower Hamlets Council admitted it could not challenge the proposal. Tower Hamlets Council acknowledged that it is “no longer in a position to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer faces growing pressure to secure a US trade deal after Donald Trump imposed a global 25% steel tariff, raising concerns over the UK’s steel industry. After the newly elected American president announced that Australia might
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Eligible Islington residents on seven Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits will get a £200 cash payment next month via a post office letter claim. Islington Council is handing out free £200 payouts, adding: “The Household
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An open letter from over a dozen campaign groups demands new laws to prevent Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) without community consent. The collaborative effort amongst 15 anti-LTN campaign groups, including Greenwich, Islington, and Lambeth, has been led
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir John Curtice, a polling expert, predicts that Reform UK’s rising numbers pose a growing threat to the established political order as Labour support drops. Professor Sir John told The Independent that Nigel Farage‘s party’s rise in
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council completes energy-saving upgrades for hundreds of homes, including loft insulation and new doors/ windows, helping residents cut energy bills. A nationwide initiative to “retrofit” socially rented housing included improvements to over 700 residences throughout the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has slammed British PM Keir Starmer for the Chagos deal, describing it as an “immoral surrender” and a security compromise. During a Prime Minister’s Questions session, Sir Keir faced criticism from Ms Badenoch
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth councillors are expected to approve a plan today to convert men’s loos into a florist. The project aims to repurpose the disused site for community use. The South London restrooms that Charlie Chaplin is said to
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A serious crash at 11am in Hammersmith and Fulham today causes road chaos as police close Shephard’s Bush Green. Emergency repairs follow a burst water main. The road is closed from A402 Goldhawk Road (Shepherd’s
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barclays in Tower Hamlets apologized for weekend service disruption caused by a technical issue. The services were restored today morning. According to a prior statement from Barclays, impacted clients can see an old balance with no
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Imperial Drive in Harrow closed for 3 hours on February 1, 2025, following a collision, causing traffic disruption as emergency services responded to the scene. After a road traffic collision (RTC) at approximately 9:09 p.m. on February
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s efforts to reset post-Brexit relations with the EU are set to face tough negotiations, especially on major issues like fishing and youth mobility. Leading European diplomats have warned that the EU will take a firm
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A mother from Tower Hamlets is awarded £1,100 after the Ombudsman finds the council at fault for son with SEN missing therapy and activity sessions. According to an Ombudsman report, the mother, identified as Ms. B,
Barnet (Parliament politics magazine) – Barnet’s multifaith community marks Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) at Middlesex University on January 26, 2025, honoring victims of the Holocaust and genocides. The HMD this year marked the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia as well
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Doug Gurr, Labour’s new head of the competition authority, urges businesses to adopt green policies to address the mass extinction and overconsumption. Britain’s competition authority’s new leader has called on firms to implement sustainable policies to prevent
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith bridge could remain closed to vehicles until 2035, warns MP Fluer Anderson, citing delay in repairs since its closure in 2019. In 2019, a 138-year-old bridge in south-west London that connected Hammersmith and Barnes
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed plans to adjust the finance bill to ease tax reforms aimed at wealthy individuals, following significant lobbying from affluent UK residents. Following pressure from wealthy UK residents, Chancellor Reeves has pledged to soften
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kemi Badenoch, criticized Labour’s education policies, calling them a “tragic” move for students and teachers, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended the bill. During the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer‘s answer questions session, the Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch,
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith and Fulham launched a world-first trial of 20mph Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs), offering eco-friendly transport at 20 pence per mile. According to a recent trial, the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham will offer electric
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon residents support the new Purley pool 220-unit plan, despite concerns over reduced parking spaces and the impact on affordable housing. This comes after plans for the so-called “Purley Pool” were changed to make room for more
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tesco Express has confirmed the permanent closure of its Chadwell Heath store on Havering’s high road. Tesco has termed the closure as a difficult decision, aligning with the broader wave of retail shutdowns impacting businesses across the
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – 2 teenage boys and a 44-year-old woman will soon face court after a week-long manhunt for the murder suspect. On 7th January, a 14-year-old teenager, Kellyanne Bokassa, was stabbed on a bus in Woolwich, South East London.
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A proposed 14-storey building in Hammersmith aims to improve the community area by adding 179 student rooms, a library and cafe on the ground floor. There are proposals to demolish a vacant office building in
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – After an unfair suspension of school transport for the child with special educational needs (SEN), an apology has been sought from the Bromley Council. A report released recently by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman identified
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new YouGov poll shows Nigel Farage’s Reform UK closing the gap with Labour, now just one point behind, and the Conservatives fall to third place. Around 2,279 voters participated in the YouGov latest poll in Great
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Prime Minister Keir Starmer avoided questions on whether Rachel Reeves will remain Chancellor after the next election amid growing concerns over the stalled economy. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing intense criticism for her handling of the economy
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In Homerton, Hackney borough, east London, two men were shot, and one was stabbed in the two separate events that Metropolitan Police suspected to be connected. At 10:35 p.m. on Saturday, police were contacted in response to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage will host a high-profile inauguration party in Washington DC, where he is expected to reunite with Elon Musk and numerous political leaders. The Reform UK leader plans to restore ties with tech billionaire Elon Musk
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group warns that HMRC’s efforts to track online income could confuse online sellers due to mismatched reporting periods. E-commerce platforms like eBay, Vinted, and Airbnb have until the end of the month
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government is still confident that there will be sufficient gas and electricity this winter, in spite of Centrica’s alerts regarding low gas storage capacities. Centrica’s CEO, Chris O’Shea, highlighted the growing demand for energy storage
Newham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The sale of a beloved campsite by Newham Council has sparked thousands of people to protest, sparking memories and raising concerns for coming generations. There is a lot of uproar surrounding a campsite that many people have
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A car caught fire and burned out entirely in an incident that happened early this morning on 9th January 2025 near the Northwick Park roundabout in Harrow. One of the two guys who received treatment at the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In a tense Prime Minister’s Questions exchange (PMQs), Sir Keir Starmer has accused the Conservative leader of “bandwagon jumping” for calling for a new inquiry into grooming gangs. Kemi Badenoch, the Tory leader, has warned Prime Minister
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In an effort to address the housing shortages in the borough, Lambeth council is seeking a development partner to construct 450 houses across the borough. The local government has stated that no less than 150 of the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greater Manchester Mayor would back a national inquiry into grooming gangs if initiated by the government, after pressure from figures like Elon Musk. Andy Burnham talked about a review he began in 2017 after taking office into
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Reform UK leader backed Elon Musk’s controversial comments about Keir Starmer and Phillips, while Wes Streeting condemned them as baseless attacks. Nigel Farage declined to criticize Elon Musk’s remarks about Sir Keir Starmer and Jess Phillips,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Edward Pettifer, a 31-year-old from London, was confirmed among those killed in an attack in New Orleans while authorities are investigating the incident. A truck strike in New Orleans, carried out by an alleged ISIS supporter, left
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Urfan Sharif, sentenced for murdering his daughter, was reportedly targeted in Belmarsh prison by two inmates. Officials are looking into the matter. According to reports, Sara Sharif’s father was assaulted in jail, receiving injuries to his neck
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine)- Elon Musk criticized Sir Keir Starmer for not prosecuting grooming gangs during his time as DPP and urged action against the safeguarding minister. The tech billionaire Elon Musk, on his platform X, called for Jess Phillips, the safeguarding
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – From 1 January, the Bank of England and the FCA will regulate tech firms providing critical services to British banks, focusing on protecting financial stability. This comes after growing concerns that cyber-attacks and outages from major firms
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A suspect faces charges of murder attempts after crashing his vehicle into pedestrians on London’s Shaftesbury Avenue. The 30-year-old, Anthony Gilheaney, is accused of driving a Mercedes that struck pedestrians early on Wednesday morning. He has since
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government has lifted the deadline for adding historical footpaths to the official maps, protecting thousands of unrecorded rights of way across England. A huge number of popular routes for walkers, cyclists, and equestrians have never
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British companies face tough times ahead, expecting lower growth and activity in 2025, as the National Insurance increase is seen as a major factor in the downturn. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) survey reveals businesses expect
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British Prime Minister condemned the attack in Magdeburg, where a car drove through a Christmas market, leaving two dead and 60 injured. The Labour leader expressed his shock and horror over the tragic event in Germany.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Auditors warn that Mayor Sadiq Khan’s London housing fund faces potential taxpayer bailout after failing to meet repayment deadlines for a £300m loan. The Greater London Authority Land and Property Limited (GLAP), the mayor of London’s property
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A London court has ruled that police can seize over £2m from Andrew and Tristan Tate for unpaid taxes on £21m in earnings from their online businesses. A civil case launched by Devon and Cornwall Police aims
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London’s 116-year-old Rotherhithe Tunnel repair has been extended until at least April 2026 due to funding shortfalls, amid an increase in TfL’s budget allocation. Due to a lack of funds, the proposal to close and rebuild the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged increased aid and military support to Ukraine and plans to visit British forces serving on the Russian border to highlight NATO’s commitment to European security. Keir Starmer met with Baltic state leaders
