Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has more than doubled fly-tipping fines in a bid to tackle illegal dumping and improve street cleanliness through stricter enforcement. According to the council, fly-tippers cost it over £1 million in 2024 alone. Fixed penalty
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Craig Williams, ex-Tory MP, and 14 others face charges for using insider info to bet on the 2024 UK election date, leading to a Gambling Commission probe. As reported by The Independent, the Gambling Commission has charged
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Over 80 Labour MPs face electoral risk from welfare cuts as proposed changes to benefits target disabled constituents, with many MPs warning of backlash. As reported by The Guardian, data shows at least 80 Labour MPs risk
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Edgware launch a speeding crackdown following growing concerns from local Barnet residents over road safety and reckless driving incidents. Following local residents’ concerns regarding driving offenses in the area, police officers from the Centenary, Edgware,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Matt Wrack’s nomination as the next NASUWT general secretary has raised concerns among ministers, citing his lack of teaching experience and controversial past. As reported by The Guardian, ministers have raised voices over the teaching union’s decision
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s hopes for tariff relief fade as Trump’s economic adviser suggests only an “extraordinary deal” could reduce the 10% US tariff on the UK. As reported by The Guardian, a senior economic adviser to Donald Trump
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A year after celebrating its centenary, Croydon’s Ashburton Park has secured a £1.6 million National Lottery grant to fund major restoration and community projects. The council’s plans to “celebrate” Ashburton Park’s important anniversary are already a touch
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Gordon Brown urges world leaders to form an economic alliance to address Trump-era tariffs and deepen EU ties amid rising global trade tensions. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown, a member of the Labour Party, advocates for an
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new off-licence in Hornchurch, Gidea Park, has been granted permission to sell alcohol late at night, despite strong objections from local residents over noise. Hornchurch Food and Wine’s proprietor, Ali Uzun, was successful in obtaining a
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council is increasing access to drug treatment services while addressing anti-social behaviour in Brixton as part of a wider community safety strategy. Experts in Brixton have been fostering trust with homeless people and substance users by
