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
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Muslim peer, Shaista Gohir, questions Tell Mama’s use of public funds and calls for an inquiry over the lack of data and response to anti-Muslim rhetoric. As reported by The Guardian, a prominent Muslim peer has
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Thames Reach has welcomed Lambeth Council’s new homelessness and rough sleeping strategy, praising its commitment to prioritising support for rough sleepers The council and Thames Reach collaborate to offer outreach services to the borough’s homeless population on
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS trusts in England may cut 100k jobs as cost-slashing orders hit admin roles, prompting leaders to seek urgent Treasury support. As reported by The Guardian, over 100,000 NHS jobs in England may be slashed amid sweeping
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sadiq Khan may approve plans for 178 homes and a 23-storey student block in Archway, despite Islington Council’s refusal to grant planning permission. Even though Islington Council and local MP Jeremy Corbyn opposed the idea, City Hall
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Social Market Foundation study finds Reform UK underperformed in funded areas, hinting that local gains may discourage populist preferences. As reported by The Guardian, a new study revealed that constituencies benefiting from the previous government’s contentious levelling-up
