UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Peter Kyle, the UK’s technology secretary, pledged a careful response to Donald Trump’s £24bn VAT tariff threat, while tariffs could impact the British economy. In response to the newly elected American President Trump’s tariff warning, Mr. Kyle
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Edurio’s poll revealed the majority of academy leaders say the new school bill won’t affect management but raised concerns over the loss of curriculum autonomy. As reported by The Guardian, a survey of England’s academy trust chiefs
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 14-year-old boy was found with a head injury after a disturbance inside a Boots store in Hammersmith and Fulham, prompting an investigation by authorities. The incident occurred just after 3 p.m. today, February 13,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, was reportedly informed in 2022 about offensive messages made by Andrew Gwynne in a WhatsApp chat. As reported by the Guardian, around three years ago, Ms Rayner was notified that sacked
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Greenwich resident claims a faulty alarm at a nearby Aldi store disrupts sleep, sounding like a “siren” and going off repeatedly, sparking noise concerns. Eve Peacock, a resident of Serica Court for the past three years,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Treasury has launched an inquiry into a potential leak after the Office for Budget Responsibility reported a lower UK growth forecast. An inquiry will be started into an alleged leak following claims that the Government’s economic
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government faces backlash as new rules block small boat refugees from citizenship, with critics saying it harms integration and contradicts national values. Charities and Labour MPs condemn Sir Keir‘s administration over strict rules, making it
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 30-year-old man has died after a stabbing on Oaklands Road, Hanwell in Ealing. The incident occurred around 10:30 pm on February 10, 2025. The man was declared dead immediately after the London Ambulance Service personnel and
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has withdrawn £500,000 in funding for Hackney Carnival to cover daily expenses, putting the event’s future at risk amid a major budget deficit. The borough’s culture chief, Cllr Chris Kennedy, said the decision was unavoidable
Lambeth News (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with a fair at Town Hall and a visit from Cllr Claire Holland and Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson. Cllr. Holland and Bridget Phillipson met local apprentices at Oval Village who
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council faces 20,000 daily cyberattacks, prompting security measures like anti-phishing and improved firewall rules to protect data. The 20,000 per day rate is considered to be average for an organization of its
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British PM Keir Starmer faced backlash from Elon Musk over the government’s attempt to access Apple users’ encrypted data, calling it a “privacy nightmare.” The tech billionaire has renewed his dispute with Sir Keir by slamming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Dame Andrea Jenkyns denied rumours about a collaboration between Nigel Farage’s Reform UK and Boris Johnson, calling the claims “fake news.” Reform UK’s mayoral candidate rejected reports of a possible alliance with the Conservatives as speculation grew
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Keir Starmer has been warned by the Grantham Institute on Climate Change that approving the Rosebank oilfield would undermine climate commitments. According to the country’s leading environmental institute, approving the North Sea oilfield under political pressure
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Labour MP, Blair McDougall, has warned Keir Starmer for supporting a Chinese embassy plan in London, raising security and human rights concerns. Keir Starmer faces criticism from within the party for approving a controversial Chinese embassy
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British government has frozen over 6,000 Syrian asylum claims, leaving thousands in legal limbo amid uncertainty over Syria’s leadership change. As reported by The Guardian, thousands of Syrian asylum seekers remain in legal limbo in the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s new Facebook campaign, using Reform-style adverts to counter Reform UK’s rise, has sparked criticism from MPs and human rights groups over immigration policies. In an effort to challenge the surge of the right-wing party, Labour has
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Foreign Office Minister Anneliese Dodds condemns any forced efforts to relocate Palestinians from Gaza, advocating for their right to return and rebuild the area. In her speech to the House of Commons, Ms Dodds described Gaza’s ongoing
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council approves site sale to Weston Homes for a £80m mixed-tenure housing project. It is set to deliver 200 new homes in London. The developer from Essex will propose the Folgate site layout on Old Kent
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater’s proposed changes to the Assisted Dying Bill require doctors to discuss palliative care options with patients before assisted dying. Ms Leadbeater has introduced amendments requiring doctors in England and Wales to first present
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his visit to Ukraine, announced £55m in assistance, reaffirming Britain’s support amid the ongoing war with Russia. David Lammy arrived in Ukraine just weeks after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer assured
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London South East Colleges (LSEC) opened the Nido Volans Centre in Lambeth with special support to 40 adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The centre offers specialist provision to 19-25-year-olds. Helen Hayes, the local MP
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said the UK could maintain good ties with the EU but did not provide a specific plan and opposed industrial collaboration. Mr Farage suggested Britain could have a “friendly” relationship with the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon’s Mayor, Jason Perry, vows action against unauthorised Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) after a recent enforcement operation aimed at addressing illegal housing. This action is in line with a number of boroughs outside of London that
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Voting opens for the £600,000 Grenfell fund project (GFP), allowing North Kensington residents to bak community led initiatives for post-tragic recovery. The total of £600,000 from the council will go to projects that aid in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces new proposals for Ofsted inspections, including a new 1-5 grading system to replace the current grades. During a speech at the Centre for Social Justice in London, Bridget Phillipson revealed the government’s
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Department for Work and Pensions allegedly prevented a whistleblower from giving evidence in an inquiry into Carer’s Allowance overpayments. The DWP is accused of preventing a whistleblower who has repeatedly raised red flags about carer’s allowance
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Liberal Democrat leader, Ed Davey, responds to Elon Musk’s derogatory remarks and reaffirms his views against the Tesla owner’s interference in British politics. Sir Ed Davey, after being called a “snivelling cretin” by Elon Musk, promised
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Home Secretary Yvette Cooper defends the government’s push to hold tech firms accountable for online harm, urging stronger laws to tackle AI-driven content. During an interview with BBC on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Yvette Cooper warns that
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Neil Kinnock, ex-Labour leader, urged Keir Starmer to end the UK’s “cycle of hesitation” with the EU as pressure mounts on Labour to strengthen trade ties with Europe. The former Labour leader, Welsh politician Neil Kinnock, emphasized
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bexley unveils #CelebratingBexley, a year-long 2025 cultural program marking key milestones, including Danson Park centenary and the borough’s 60th anniversary. This festival also celebrates some other local sites of interest; it is because it marks 160 years
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Emergency services launched a major search in the River Thames near Wandsworth after reports of a person in the water at 12:30 pm on 30th January, 2025. Witnesses have reported seeing fire engines and helicopters in the
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A freedom of information (FOI) request reveals Ealing Council paid £241,000+ in 5 years for pedestrian injury claims, including compensation for poor pavements. Pedestrians tripping on uneven pavement or encountering that the council has not addressed are
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK retailers report a surge in crime, with 55,000 daily thefts and violence up 50%. Industry experts urged urgent reforms to tackle the growing threat. Retailers across Britain report a sharp increase in in-store crime, highlighting 55,000
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council opposes the government’s backing of Heathrow’s third runway, citing environmental, and quality-of-life concerns for local communities. Residents of Wandsworth are impacted by Heathrow. The lack of runway alternation on the current runways has resulted in
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets Council to decide on merging Globe Primary and Rachel Keeling Nursery into all-through schools for ages 3-11 amid declining pupil numbers. Globe Primary School would be the new name of the institution, which would
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure over her economic policies as she relaunches her growth agenda and pledges to address business concerns and achieve targets. Business leaders urge the Chancellor to fulfil the growth promises made during
Kensington And Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea Council bans knocking down walls and tunnels between properties under its new Local Plan, imposing strict rules on supersized homes. Since 2019, Kensington and Chelsea Council has enforced a policy of “restricting”
City of Westminster (Parliament politics magazine) – Westminster City Council compensates tenant £4,800 after 11-month delay fixing exposed bathroom wires in community supported housing. Westminster City Council has now expressed apologies and pledged to investigate the tenant’s matter thoroughly. The unnamed tenant
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A recent survey by YouGov reveals that Britons across the UK prioritize trade with the EU over the US, reflecting a continued preference for EU ties. On the fifth anniversary of Brexit, a recent poll shows that
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accuses Keir Starmer of handling the Southport killer and rioters unequally, urging a national discussion on UK integration. According to Kemi Badenoch, the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer took an inconsistent approach to
Waltham Forest (Parliament politics magazine) – Chingford residents protest Waltham Forest Council’s to scrap free parking incentives, citing heavy reliance on cars and potential community impact. Drivers can currently park for free in any of the borough’s pay-to-park (P2P) spaces for a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Fairtrade Foundation’s new boss calls for ethical assurances in UK factories and farms, urging consumers to support ethically certified products. A non-profit organization, Fairtrade’s incoming head believes the ethical trade body has the potential to play
Lambeth (Parliament politics magazine) – Lambeth Council faces a high court challenge over eviction claims linked to estate regeneration and leasing properties under Assured Shorthold Tenancies. Lambeth Council is accused of breaking the law by using its subsidiary, Homes for Lambeth (HfL),
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council spent £420,000 on temporary call centre staff to address repair issues, dipping into reserves to reduce residents’ phone wait times. Last year, the labor-run Southwark had to draw from reserves to pay the six-figure salary
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The EU is open to allowing Britain to join the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention (PEM), which could strengthen post-Brexit ties, says EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic. A senior EU trade official has suggested the UK may join a Europe-wide
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The National Crime Agency (NCA) uncovers £45M drug plot after a French bulldog reveals clues; two Bromley traffickers must forfeit over £1M in crime proceeds. Following the NCA’s lead in taking down the encrypted chat app EncroChat,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rising gang activity leads Britain to enhance its prison crime unit, targeting drone smuggling, staff corruption, and violence. The British government plans to implement measures to control illegal activities in prisons across England and Wales. Why the
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Council approved the £125m Gurnell project by Mikhail Riches and GT3 Architects, featuring a leisure centre, 300 homes, and 35% affordable housing, and is now set for stage-two approval from the Greater London Authority. The Gurnell
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 25-years-old man was arrested for knife possession and was later bailed on today, with his release conditions undisclosed. The man was searched and then taken into custody on suspicion of being involved in the supply of
