UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Guardian analysis revealed that 15 Lord members received £585k in allowances without actively participating in debates or committee work. Despite making no parliamentary contributions, no speeches, no committee work, and no government positions, 15 peers still
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey residents can celebrate Women’s History Month with events and activities at their local libraries, from author talks to arts and crafts sessions. Greta Sykes will be launching her new book Eve Meets Dante, which is described
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Dr. Yusuf Ali Osman, a blind doctor, 45 years-old, wins a landmark legal challenge against Croydon Council over an inaccessible postal voting system. After the council mailed him voting paperwork that he was unable to read, he
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Philip Hammond, former chancellor, has made £30 million from advisory roles in the House of Lords, sparking concerns over conflicts of interest. Ex-chancellor has secured millions through consultancy and director positions during his tenure in the House
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces internal backlash as MPs accuse him of authoritarian leadership, raising concerns over governance and internal bullying. A few weeks back, Mr. Farage’s party was at its peak, surpassing Kemi Badenoch’s Conservatives
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Negotiators engage in tense standoff with man who scaled Big Ben’s clock tower in Westminster, urging him to descend as night falls. Emergency personnel and negotiators have spoken to the man, who climbed the tower
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Emergency services respond to protest at Palace of Westminster as man scales Elizabeth Tower, waving Palestine flag, prompting cancellation of parliamentary tours. In what appears to be a protest, a barefoot guy was seen standing
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Legendre UK wins £21m contract with Clarion Housing Group to deliver main works construction of the Lemon Tree House redevelopment in London’s Tower Hamlets. Due to structural and fire safety concerns, the seven-story Lemon Tree House,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nick Timothy, a Conservative MP, has warned that deploying UK forces under a peacekeeping plan could risk direct conflict with nuclear-armed Russia. A senior Tory MP has urged restraint in sending UK forces to Ukraine, stating that
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council plans to partly demolish Romford’s Century Youth House to build 9 new homes, including 8 three-bedroom houses and 1 two-bedroom property. The late 19th-century Victorian structure has not been used since 2018. In 1979, it
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs urged banks to revise ESG regulations, arguing that defense investments like missiles and fighter jets should be considered ethical. As The Telegraph reported, over 100 Labour MPs and peers have urged financial institutions to classify
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Conservatives received nearly £2m in funds in late 2024, twice Labour’s £1m, while Reform UK brought in £280,000 amid efforts to secure larger donors At the end of last year, Tories secured double the donations of
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride warns Rachel Reeves has one month to scrap Labour’s “ticking time bomb” jobs tax before it derails Britain’s economic recovery. The Shadow Chancellor has sounded the alarm, urging Chancellor Reeves to reverse her
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Westminster watchdog reveals serious misconduct by Lords members, raising outrage amidst Tory calls to gag complainants. The House of Lords Conduct Committee’s head, Baroness Manningham-Buller, stated that a rule change supported by Conservatives would simply
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour tax policy forces 12 private schools to close, raising concerns over further shutdowns and increased pressure on state schools. As reported by The Telegraph, 12 independent schools attribute their closure to the government’s VAT hikes, which
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rachel Reeves pledged to direct a higher defence budget toward British local industries and jobs while ensuring economic growth alongside national security. MS Reeves affirmed that UK businesses and employment would take precedence in the government’s increased
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Department for Work and Pensions faces criticism over greater access to bank accounts, sparking fears about privacy and financial surveillance. A proposed law granting the DWP extensive access to bank accounts raises fears of financial intrusion
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing’s creative talent converges at Bobo Social will take place for an Art Social event at Boho Social, showcasing the borough’s creative scene. 13 local artists, including Jon Loxton and Moira Walker, will have their works on
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council is reviewing a contentious proposal to convert a house into an 8-bed Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) near a primary school. The plan, which was submitted for a property called SchoolHouse on Lowen Road in
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A couple, Leo Wood and Rupert Scott have named their own road in Southwark, raising curiosity about their story of Coach House on Townsend Mews. They chose Townsend Mews because they wanted to pay homage to the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK chairman Zia Yusuf ruled out ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s inclusion in the party, calling him a historically damaging leader. Reform UK’s chairman has dismissed the possibility of Boris Johnson joining the party, describing him as
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reacted to the heated debate between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, warning that it would strengthen Putin’s position. Mr Farage commented on the intense White House dispute as Ukrainian President Zelensky heads
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A National Audit Office report warns that nearly half of England’s councils could collapse financially due to a £4.6bn deficit and delayed funding reforms. The government’s fiscal watchdog warns that nearly half of England’s councils face bankruptcy
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council reduces £67m budget gap with central government aid, despite criticism over ongoing service cuts, says Mayor Caroline Woodley. Following a “careful use of reserves” and a cash infusion from last year’s local government finance settlement,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Bank of England chief Mervyn King has criticised Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ tax policies, calling her pre-election promises “irresponsible.” The ex-central bank head blasts the chancellor’s pledges before elections and urges her to raise the income tax.
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council leader Claire Holland denies claims of hiding £1m library cuts in a 10-page spreadsheet, following accusations from an activist. Claire Holland expressed gratitude in the Labour authority’s “open and transparent” approach to the planned cuts
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council has refused retrospective planning permission for Lushi’s Lounge on Mawney Road, despite the venue already being open to the public. A retrospective application to convert the drugstore into a “cafe, drinking establishment and lounge” was
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon senior council official claims no knowledge of the Carers’ Centre closure or new service provider during a heated meeting in George Street. The abrupt decision to change the supplier of an essential part of the local
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ardleigh Green Junior School in Havering has applied to lift restrictions on its refurbished swimming pool’s opening hours, aiming for better community access. Earlier this month, it was reported that Havering Council had accepted plans for Ardleigh
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Guardian analysis shows over 10% of Lords earn money from commercial firms offering political consultancy, raising concerns over public trust. Approximately 91 members of the House of Lords have received payments from commercial firms for political
Kensington And Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Grenfell Tower fire survivor is in ‘utter disbelief’ as a contractor banned by Kensington and Chelsea Council appeals the decision in court. Emma O’Connor, who escaped in a lift from the 20th floor with
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson calls the 2.5% UK defence spending goal “ambitious” and says Keir Starmer won’t reveal the defence budget this week. A senior minister suggests the Labour leader may not disclose a timeline this week
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Home Office contractor mistakenly sent private data on UK citizens while conducting routine checks on migrants’ finances, raising privacy concerns. The Home Office faces allegations of gathering information on “hundreds of thousands of unsuspecting British citizens”
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government plans to expand school breakfast clubs to tackle child poverty, but critics call it a tactic to keep the two-child benefits cap. The UK government is promoting its plan to introduce free breakfast clubs
Barking And Dagenham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A woman is hospitalized after a hit-and-run crash in Dagenham. The driver failed to stop at the scene, prompting police to launch an investigation. At 9:56 p.m. on February 21, Metropolitan Police officers were contacted
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK tops the Techne UK poll with 26% support, driven by voters aged 45+, leaving Labour and the Tories trailing behind in the latest survey. Mr Farage’s party leads in the latest survey for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former health minister Andrew Gwynne faces calls to step down after a newly leaked WhatsApp chat revealed that he made offensive remarks toward a priest. As reported by The Guardian, a practising Anglican priest has insisted on
Maryland (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former PM Liz Truss told CPAC the UK is “failing” and called for a Trump-style movement, blaming unelected bureaucrats and the judiciary for Britain’s decline. Ms Truss, speaking at a US right-wing conference, said Britain needs a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-Foreign Office head Simon McDonald urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves not to cut foreign aid, warning it would harm Britain’s reputation and global relief efforts. As reported by The Guardian, the former Foreign Office chief warns Ms Reeves
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An independent review team commends Lambeth Council’s performance in key areas after a four-day assessment, highlighting its commitment to equity and justice. The Local Government Association (LGA) conducted the results of a “Corporate Peer Challenge” during its
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A More in Common study finds leftwing activists less likely to work with political opponent groups, potentially fueling divisions in British politics. Research reveals that left-wing activists in Britain are less inclined to collaborate with political rivals
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK lawyers warn that personal attacks on Attorney General Richard Hermer damage the justice system and weaken confidence in the rule of law. As reported by The Guardian, prominent lawyers have slammed the harsh and personal criticism
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon residents fear losing vital support as the council ends its 25-year partnership with John Whitgift Foundation, closing the Croydon Carer Support Service. In spite of this, there have been a lot of appeals for the George
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Police launched community youth events on Monday, February 17, featuring football and basketball to engage local youth and promote positive activities. At Harold Hill’s Central Park, about 100 kids joined officers for the inaugural United in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ bid to prevent a £44bn compensation bill for lenders caught in the car finance scandal was rejected by the Supreme Court. On Monday, the Chancellor faced a setback when her attempt to intervene in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kemi Badenoch’s controversial speech at a right-wing conference drew backlash for attacking diversity policies and climate activism instead of defence issues. The Conservative leader’s speech has provoked strong condemnation from across the political spectrum after she used
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemned efforts to free Lucy Letby as inappropriate, reiterating that her conviction stands until the courts determine otherwise. Ms Streeting stated that “waging a campaign” for Lucy Letby is “not the right thing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater pushes for a fair debate on her assisted dying bill, urging MPs not to stall it with amendments while defending the proposed changes. Kim Leadbeater, who proposed the assisted dying bill, has pleaded
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel backed US Vice President JD Vance’s right to discuss UK free speech, stressing her party’s commitment to free speech. While speaking on Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips, Ms Patel addressed JD Vance’s
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British universities struggle financially as international student numbers drop, with higher tuition fees failing to cover rising institutional costs. Higher education insiders warn that declining overseas visa applications may deepen the “existential threat” to some English universities,
