Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Post Bar owners seek Haringey Council approval to sell alcohol aboard De Zwann, a converted boat moored on the River Lee Navigation. Although the applicant, The Post Tottenham Ltd., which also owns and runs The Post Bar
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bexley Council urges TfL to shift the planned DLR extension’s terminus from Thamesmead to Belvedere, aiming to boost local transport connectivity. Through the construction of two additional tunnels and a new station at Beckton Riverside, the proposed
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth introduces free accessibility guides to help residents and visitors with disabilities navigate libraries, leisure centres, and public venues. To create Detailed Access Guides for the borough, the council has partnered with AccessAble. With the help of
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Atlantic Road in Brixton becomes an al fresco dining hub with music, food, and trade, backed by funding from Mayor Sadiq Khan to boost local vibrancy. At the most recent car-free day in Brixton, London’s Deputy Mayor
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting defends plan to ban drivers over 70 who fail eye tests, as part of tougher rules to improve road safety. As reported by Sky News, Wes Streeting supports new rules requiring over-70 drivers
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour released 26,000+ prisoners early, including those serving 10+ years, to reduce overcrowding but faces backlash over “soft justice” claims. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour has reportedly released prisoners serving sentences of over 10 years early,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS prostate cancer patients face two-month waits, with rising demand causing delayed treatment as services struggle to keep up with referrals. As reported by The Telegraph, official data show the number of male cancer patients waiting long
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Families of Israeli hostages plan a protest on Downing Street to demand their release before the UK recognises Palestine amid rising political tensions. As reported by The Independent, relatives of Israeli hostages taken on October 7, 2023,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky secures European support as Ukraine rejects US President Donald Trump’s land deal proposal. As reported by The Independent, European countries have united behind Ukraine after Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Donald Trump’s proposal to cede
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick warns migrant boats threaten women’s safety and calls the Channel crisis a national security emergency. As reported by GB News, Robert Jenrick claims the small-boats crisis is putting British women and girls
Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Hillingdon Council leader’s dismissal of external scrutiny has been labelled “not acceptable,” raising concerns over transparency and accountability. The remark was made during a July 24 Hillingdon Council Cabinet meeting, during which Cabinet members talked about
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Westminster is set for major transformation with new luxury hotels, Harrods offices, and a world-class film studio as part of ambitious redevelopment plans. Another year of significant transformation for Central London’s main developments has been
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – 11 businesses in Bexley have been awarded the top 5-star rating in recent food hygiene inspections. Find out which local spots made the clean list. Environmental health officials inspected facilities for cleanliness, food safety processes, and handling
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 23-years-old woman has been arrested following a collision between a car and a lorry in Harrow. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash. Just before 6.30 a.m. this morning (August 9), police were alerted to
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A bingo hall in Walworth, golf simulator venue, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Peckham are among the latest planning applications filed in Southwark. Developers and residents expecting to have their plans approved soon submit dozens of fresh
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The US blames France’s recognition of Palestine for collapsing Gaza ceasefire talks, saying it encouraged Hamas and hindered peace efforts. As reported by The Telegraph, the US holds France responsible for the collapse of ceasefire talks with
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour peer Charlie Falconer urged Keir Starmer’s ministers to regain energy and assert their reforms, warning they risk being seen as “same-old politicians.” As reported by The Guardian, former justice secretary Charlie Falconer warned Prime Minister Keir
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Train stations across Lewisham and Bromley will be closed this weekend due to planned engineering works, with services cancelled or replaced by buses. Trains will be impacted by the engineering work on Sunday, August 10. Trains on
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow’s first cycle parking hub has opened at Lowlands Recreation Ground, offering secure bike storage behind Harrow on the Hill station to boost cycling. With 40 safe bike parking spots and e-bike charging stations, the new Lowlands
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A planning decision for a Domino’s Pizza in Hounslow has been declared void after a councillor voted on a committee he wasn’t officially part of. The elected member attended a meeting and cast a vote on a
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kentish Town celebrates the reopening of the Peckwater Estate sports pitch, refurbished by Arsenal and Adidas as part of their No More Red anti-violence campaign. Residents, the Camden Council Leader, and council members attended Arsenal in the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Daniel Santana, 40, from Croydon, has been jailed for over three years after repeatedly assaulting his partner, damaging property, and harassing her by phone. The victim suffered from ongoing abuse by Santana, including physical attacks and harassment,
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – HB Reavis has submitted plans to replace a vacant Edwardian office near Waterloo, Lambeth, with a 17-storey student housing tower after two rounds of public consultation. The 10 Leake Street PBSA plan, created by PLP Architecture, would
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Firefighters rescued a man after a fire broke out in a maisonette on Woolstaplers Way, Bermondsey, Southwark, just after midnight on Thursday, August 7. The fire caused damage to a portion of the first floor. The London
Asylum refers to the situation when one of the countries provides asylum to a citizen of another state who has left his/her native country due to his/her fear of being persecuted based on his/her race or religious perspective, religious view, nationality, political
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Gordon Brown urges Rachel Reeves to exempt the UK defence pledge from budget rules, calling it key to national interest and the European security role. As reported by The Independent, former PM Gordon Brown urged Chancellor Rachel
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bank of England cuts interest rate to 4% but warns inflation may rise again, driven by food costs, possibly hitting 4% by September. As reported by The Guardian, the Bank of England warned that rising food costs
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Halifax reports a £1,080 rise in UK house prices in July, with values up 2.4% annually, backed by easing borrowing costs and stable market activity. As reported by The Independent, UK house prices increased by 0.4% in
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Jeremy Ambache and Cllr Paul White joined residents to celebrate a community-led transformation of a cherished Wandsworth green space on August 6. The resurfaced basketball and netball court has been rearranged to provide youth and sports
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council has named Forest and Voi as exclusive operators for its new e-bike service, aiming to boost eco-friendly transport for residents. On Monday, August 11, 2025, both contracts will go into effect. This action comes after
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Mayor faces backlash over a broken crime pledge as nearly half of London’s police counters, including Harrow, are set to close under new cost-cutting plans. The Mayor of London promised to “ensure the Met is able
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets will be left with no police front desks under new service cut proposals, as part of broader plans to scale back policing across London. According to a list released by Scotland Yard on Wednesday,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK PM Keir Starmer defends Labour’s economic stance but does not rule out tax hikes amid forecasts of a £51bn gap in public finances. As reported by The Independent, Sir Keir Starmer stood by Labour’s economic plans
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Glencore gives FTSE a major boost as it abandons plans to shift its stock market listing to the US, reaffirming its commitment to remain in London. As reported by The Telegraph, Glencore has abandoned plans to leave
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour plans to cap skilled foreign visas, requiring British firms to train local staff or face restrictions on hiring from abroad. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour proposes tightening skilled foreign visa routes and is urging companies
Kingston Upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kingston’s former PRYZM nightclub is set for a £3 million redevelopment by NEOS Hospitality, splitting the historic site into two new live‑music venues. Redesigned as two distinct clubs, Circuit and Bonnie Rogues, the former PRYZM nightclub
Barking & Dagenham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two men were arrested in Dagenham after police uncovered stolen tools linked to multiple thefts. Officers urge victims to come forward with proof. During a warrant search in the Dagenham area today (August 5), Operation
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – TfL has ruled out introducing a Docklands Light Railway (DLR) night service to Lewisham, confirming no overnight expansion will be implemented. Only a few weeks have passed since Lewisham Council demanded more DLR hours in order to
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tory Mayor Jason Perry and Croydon Council appear in High Court amid legal challenge over sudden closure of Access Croydon without prior notice. The council’s £204,000 annual chief executive, Katherine Kerswell, stated in March that Access Croydon,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Michael Gove doubts Nigel Farage is ready to be PM and questions Reform UK’s election chances, while praising Farage’s communication skills and impact. As reported by The Independent, ex-Tory cabinet minister Michael Gove says Nigel Farage is
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Home Secretary Yvette Cooper introduces stricter shotgun licence rules after the 2021 Plymouth tragedy, including two referees and domestic abuse checks. As reported by The Telegraph, Yvette Cooper will tighten firearms licensing laws from Tuesday, following a
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet motorists are warned of six upcoming road closures on the National Highways network this week—check routes and plan detours accordingly. The good news is that all of them are only anticipated to create minor delays of
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea Council plans a new pitch at Henry Dickens Playground to boost winter play and reduce sports inequality in North Kensington. The council’s planning application states that the field, called a PlayZone, will
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK welcomed ex-Tory Rupert Matthews, a ghost and UFO author, drawing mockery amid criticism of the party’s credibility and priorities. As reported by The Independent, Reform UK faced backlash after naming a police and crime commissioner,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police plan to arrest anyone supporting the banned group Palestine Action at a London protest this weekend, warning arrests will proceed under terrorism laws. As reported by The Guardian, police have warned that supporters of the proscribed
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US border chief Tom Homan urges UK PM Keir Starmer to adopt Trump-style migrant deportation tactics, citing America’s crackdown on illegal crossings. As reported by The Guardian, a senior U.S. immigration official has urged Sir Keir Starmer
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ofsted’s revised inspection framework faces criticism over vague language and neglect of special needs, drawing concern from school leaders and unions. As reported by The Guardian, school leaders and DfE officials described the proposals as vague, outdated,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nearly half of Britons now avoid sea swimming amid 3.6 million sewage spills hours, raising pressure for tighter water company penalties. As reported by The Telegraph, a growing sewage crisis is deterring people from sea swimming, with
Kingston Upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kingston Council has granted Vesuvio on the Road a 6-month street trading licence to sell pizza and drinks near St Pius X Church in Norbiton. Despite 34 written objections to the plans, the license was
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Carserides has taken a new job as a lobbyist in Croydon, raising eyebrows over potential conflicts due to his access to insider influence and local power networks. As Carserides concludes his brief tenure as an elected councillor
