Walthamstow eatery faces licence breach allegations.
Council pledges major upgrades for Uxbridge Road
Major redevelopment brings new homes and hope
Scotland(Parliament Politics Magazine) – A body has been recovered from the River Dee in Aberdeen during the search for Victoria McGloin, who went missing four days ago. Police Scotland confirmed the family had been informed, that there were no suspicious circumstances, and
United Kingdom (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A tragic fire at a block of flats in Glasgow has resulted in the deaths of a couple, a man and a woman, with five others hospitalised due to smoke inhalation. Emergency services responded swiftly, evacuating
United Kingdom (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Budget footwear chain Shoe Zone has closed 39 stores in the year to September 2025 amid a 7.6% fall in revenue to £149.1 million. The company cites challenging economic conditions including falling consumer confidence after the
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council has welcomed new powers to block betting and vape shops from opening on the borough’s high streets, aiming to improve local communities. Emma Whysall, a Labour councillor, expressed her pride in supporting a resolution that
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council launches initiative to increase accessibility of local streets for 6,400 registered blind or partially sighted residents, seeking to understand their challenges. Wearing” sim- specs,” which are technical spectacles that pretend colorful forms of vision loss,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents of a South Croydon block of flats endure over two years of missed food waste collections, sparking health concerns over council inaction. The recent decision by Croydon Council to extend its contract with Veolia, the same
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 33-years-old man has been arrested in Scotland on suspicion of murder following a stabbing in Catford, Lewisham, last Wednesday, with police investigating the incident. The man, who claimed to be 33, was taken into captivity in
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local residents in Streatham, Lambeth, express concerns about a property attended by the fire brigade earlier this year, citing neighborhood impact. The facility is held by Dellhome Ltd., a business that developer Iqbal Ali Khan uses to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Retired military leaders urged NATO to fund renewables from defence budgets, saying clean energy is vital for Europe’s security against threats like Russia. As reported by The Guardian, a group of retired armed forces officers has urged
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says US President Donald Trump’s recent sanctions on Russia amount to an act of war, calling the US Russia’s adversary. As reported by Reuters, Dmitry Medvedev said President Trump’s recent Ukraine actions are
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer faces claims of creating a “toxic” Downing Street amid reports of internal briefings against top civil servant Sir Chris Wormald. As reported by The Telegraph, Sir Keir Starmer has come under fire over
To promote development and innovation in the cryptoassets industry while preserving financial stability and unambiguous regulatory norms, the UK government is seeking input on a proposed regulatory framework. This survey comes after the Financial Services and Markets Bill (FSMB) proposed to bring
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man has been taken to hospital following a fire at a block of flats in South Norwood, Croydon, with firefighters responding to the incident. Just before three in the morning today (October 22), firefighters put out
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – TOAD Bakery in Camberwell, Southwark, is one of six London bakeries selected as a finalist in the National Bakery Awards this November. Alongside 228 other candidates from across the United Kingdom is the well-known independent bakery located
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Katherine Kerswell’s 30-year career in local government is marred by controversy over her £500k payoffs from councils, including Croydon, sparking outrage and scrutiny. The three Section 114 notifications that were issued during Kerswell’s tenure as the head
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Castle Inn in Ealing has been named the joint winners of Fuller’s annual Glorious Gardens competition, recognizing its gardens and outdoor space. The competition, which is in its fourth year, honors the nation’s 153 tenanted inns
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A persistent sewage leak near a Croydon station is raising concerns among residents, who claim it’s creating a health hazard impacting the area’s image. The leak, which originates from a manhole cover, is located at the head
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A row has erupted between the UK and Scotland over £24.5m spent policing US President Donald Trump and VP JD Vance, with Scotland seeking reimbursement. As reported by The Guardian, Holyrood’s public finance minister, Ivan McKee, called
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds apologised to the grooming gangs inquiry survivors after four women resigned from the liaison panel. As reported by The Independent, a Cabinet minister expressed regret over the government’s handling of the national grooming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – England saw 15,195 wood-burning complaints in 2024, yet only one prosecution and 24 fines were issued, highlighting weak enforcement of air pollution laws. As reported by the Guardian, data shows only one prosecution was made for illegal
Germany and Norway’s defense ministers met with Canada to discuss plans for a new submarine project, enhancing the North Atlantic through trilateral cooperation. Over the next few years, Canada plans to replace four of its older submarines. One of the bidders competing
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium hosts Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn rematch on Nov 15, promising high-stakes action in the ring, as these British boxing rivals clash again. After receiving input from local businesses and residents following their
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Despite funding challenges, charities in Barnet are fostering creativity and making a positive impact on the community through various art initiatives. Numerous community, volunteer, and religious organizations, as well as 1075 recognized charities, are based in Barnet
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns of a “challenging winter” for the NHS, criticizing the use of cafes as wards and pledging urgent system improvements. As reported by The Independent, Wes Streeting warned of a “difficult winter” for
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon becomes the first UK area to install permanent facial recognition cameras, sparking debate over surveillance and public safety. An action by the Metropolitan Police that uses artificial intelligence to help identify suspects has made Croydon the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Justice minister Sarah Sackman insisted victims can still trust the grooming inquiry after two survivors quit, citing secrecy and Home Office interference. As reported by The Independent, Sarah Sackman defended the grooming gangs inquiry after two survivors
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s Regina Road redevelopment project advances with planning committee’s positive feedback, paving way for 380 new homes, and green spaces. One of Croydon’s largest revitalization initiatives in decades is the redevelopment. By constructing well-designed, reasonably priced
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-home secretary David Blunkett backs “work and teach” visa, where skilled migrants mentor UK workers, aiming to ease public concern over immigration. As reported by The Guardian, former education secretary David Blunkett supports calls for migrants to
Tokyo (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first female prime minister, marking a historic shift as her right-wing alliance faces economic and political instability. As reported by Sky News, Sanae Takaichi has been elected as Japan’s first female minister by
The House of Commons is a central point of the United Kingdom’s indigenous system and the effective legislative authority within Great Britain. It operates as the lower house of Parliament, with a crucial responsibility for making laws, checking government conduct, and representing
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has joined forces with over 90 local authorities to produce ‘The Run,’ a film about foster care, in an effort to recruit more foster carers in the community. Award-winning producers ReelTwentyFive worked on the project,
The House of Commons is a central point of the United Kingdom’s indigenous system and the effective legislative authority within Great Britain. It operates as the lower house of Parliament, with a crucial responsibility for making laws, checking government conduct, and representing
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police have launched an investigation into the death of a person in South Norwood, Croydon, appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward. Just after 11.30 a.m.( October 20), ambulances were transferred to Portland Road
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Drivers in and around Barnet are advised to expect disruptions due to eight National Highways road closures this week, with routes and timings to be confirmed. Additionally, one of them is anticipated to result in moderate delays,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Veterans minister Louise Sandher-Jones backs ending Troubles-era immunity for soldiers, saying reforms ensure accountability for victims’ families. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour defended the Government’s move to scrap immunity for soldiers who served during the Northern
A constitutional monarchy is a government system whereby a monarch acts as head of state within the limits of a constitution. Unlike absolute monarchies, wherein one king or queen has unlimited power, constitutional monarchs operate under legal and political systems that restrict
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering police launch CCTV appeal to identify bag thief who attempted to rob a Underground passenger, seeking public’s help in solving the case. At roughly 9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, the victim was using her Oyster
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council approves 800 homes in town centre in housing delivery with Greystar’s One Lansdowne development set to transform the site. A long-vacant point coming to East Croydon station will be converted into a vibrant mixed- use
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK suspended four Kent councillors after a leaked video showed backbiting, raising concerns about party discipline and council governance. As reported by The Guardian, Reform UK took action against four Councillors following a video
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tory MP Nick Timothy calls on the Crown Prosecution Service to stop using “Islamophobia” and issue guidance to protect people, not ideas. As reported by The Telegraph, police and prosecutors face pressure to avoid using the term
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs have urged London Mayor Sadiq Khan to maintain London’s affordable housing targets, warning cuts would worsen homelessness and inequality. As reported by The Guardian, ministers and Sir Sadiq Khan are facing pressure from MPs to
Jerusalem (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israel launched airstrikes in Gaza after accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire, following attacks on Israeli forces in the Rafah and Khan Younis areas. As reported by The Sky News, Israeli troops conducted an attack in Gaza
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain deported 16 migrants to France under the UK-France deal, raising total removals to 42 as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pledged tighter border controls. As reported by The Independent, the Home Office said 16 more migrants who
In the UK, listening to police radio is prohibited. Intercepting and listening to police radio conversations without authorization is illegal under the Wireless Telegraphy Act of 2006. Since 2000, the UK police have been using Airwave (TETRA), an encrypted digital radio system
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Liberal Democrat leader Edward Davey calls on the government to suspend penalties on unpaid carers affected by errors in the carer’s allowance system. As reported by The Guardian, Ed Davey urged the government to halt penalties on