UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lib Dem leader Ed Davey announced an initiative to monitor Reform UK’s performance in local councils, citing weak opposition from Labour and Conservatives. As reported by The Guardian, the Liberal Democrats have launched a “Reform Watch” unit
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Flying Squad detective Jason Blackburn has been appointed Croydon’s new top police officer, signalling a robust approach to local law enforcement. As reported by Inside Croydon, Nick Blackburn, who was just hired as the BCU Commander
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK faces backlash as up to 12 councillors are probed for allegedly sharing Islamophobic, far-right content linked to Britain First online. As reported by The Guardian, 12 newly elected Reform UK councillors are under scrutiny for
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A late-night sushi restaurant in Ealing has been approved by council planners, despite strong objections from residents over potential noise and disruption. As reported by Harrow Online,on Wednesday, May 7, the Ealing Council Licensing subcommittee granted the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Tony Blair urges swift gene-editing laws for livestock, citing pandemic prevention and the urgency of strengthening national biosecurity. As reported by The Telegraph, Sir Tony Blair is pushing for animal gene-editing laws in the UK to
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s pioneering sustainable food school celebrates milestone growth, cementing its role as a leader in eco-conscious culinary education and training. As reported by Hackney Citizen, in an effort to give every child in the borough a “seed
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK officials admit there’s almost no solid link between environmental protections and project delays, undermining key claims behind the country’s planning reforms. As reported by The Guardian, the British government has acknowledged in its own impact review
Richmond Upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Richmond Council has approved a major housing scheme at the Stag Brewery site in Mortlake, despite previous objections from London Mayor Sadiq Khan. As reported by Your Local Guardian, it is “disappointing,” according to the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Moonlighting MPs draw scrutiny as they lend support to controversial figure Basher Lewis in Sutton, raising ethical concerns over parliamentary priorities. According to Rose Hill, dual-role representatives serving as both ward councillors and constituency MPs are increasingly
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Green deputy Zack Polanski urges for a mass eco-populist movement to grow membership and counter the rise of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. As reported by The Guardian, a senior Green Party figure has initiated a surprise leadership
