Wellbeing bill targets toxic chemicals in uniforms

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New legislation could outlaw harmful PFAS in uniforms, as experts warn of health risks linked to synthetic fibres worn daily by millions of students. As reported by The Guardian, health and environmental experts are pushing for stricter

Wandsworth park unveils playground and nature boards

Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Park celebrates the opening of a new playground and wildflower meadow boards, inviting families to enjoy nature and explore local biodiversity. The renovated playground, which offers cutting-edge, entertaining, and inclusive equipment for kids of all ages,

Harris Academy Peckham Celebrates Ofsted ‘Outstanding’

Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harris Academy in Peckham, Southwark, celebrated its ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating with staff and students, marking a major milestone in academic excellence. A number of musical, dramatic, and poetic performances were held to commemorate the positive assessment from

Croydon Council pays £726/hour to agency consultant

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council faces criticism as its agency staffing bill reveals a £726-per-hour consultant hire, raising concerns over spending and public accountability. With spending on agency staff last year reaching an astounding £53.4 million, the serious concerns expressed

MPs: Strip-searched kids must be last resort

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK MPs call for major custody reforms after reports reveal children as young as 10 are being strip-searched without legal aid or adult presence. As reported by The Guardian, two parliamentary reports warn that police must avoid

Islington slams equality guidance as risking discrimination

Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Islington Council warns that proposed equalities guidance is impractical and could lead to discrimination, undermining protections for vulnerable groups. The council’s response to the Equalities and Human Rights Commission’s consultation on revisions to its Code of Practice

Croydon Mayor faces pressure to sack Council CEO Kerswell

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Mayor faces mounting pressure to dismiss council CEO Katherine Kerswell amid growing criticism and calls for change in local government leadership. There is growing pressure on Mayor Jason Perry to fire Katherine Kerswell, his £204,000 chief

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