UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Deputy PM Angela Rayner drew backlash for approving communal allotment sales, sparking claims of hypocrisy despite her earlier praise for community gardens. As reported by The Telegraph, Angela Rayner supported allotments locally but allowed communal gardens to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Portuguese wildfires send smoke to southern England, causing hazy skies, as nearly 4,000 firefighters struggle to control multiple major blazes. As reported by The Telegraph, Portugal’s wildfires have sent smoke across the Bay of Biscay to southern
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukraine’s Ambassador to Australia, Vasyl Myroshnychenko, criticised Russian President Vladimir Putin after his inconclusive Alaska meeting with Donald Trump. As reported by The Guardian, Vasyl Myroshnychenko accused Vladimir Putin of seeking to “revive the Soviet Union” and
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council warns of multi-million-pound budget overspends for the current financial year, signalling deepening financial challenges ahead. Like many London local authorities, the council has long faced the biggest financial strains from housing and social care. Havering
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth students collected their A-Level, T-Level, BTEC and other Level 3 results this week, celebrating academic milestones and future pathways. The percentage of highest A level grades in Wandsworth increased between 2024 and 2025. Compared to 22.1%
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Dominic Glen, 33, of Croydon, has been jailed after threatening to firebomb his ex-partner in a bid to make her drop charges over a prior assault. At the Old Bailey on Thursday, August 14, he was charged
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council set to lead construction of London’s only secure children’s home, aiming to fill a critical gap after years of delays and setbacks. The authority plans and constructs the unit on a former waterworks
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A pensioner secured a £650 payout after Westminster Council failed to provide proper homelessness support, admitting to serious errors in handling the case. Westminster City Council was ordered by the Local Government and Social Care
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Beckenham residents complain Pierluigi’s Pasta Fresca draws troublemakers and plays loud music on weekends, disturbing sleep and community peace. On August 12, Pierluigi’s Pasta Fresca, located at 86-90 Beckenham High Street, submitted an application for a new
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council’s Anti-Fraud Team busted 26 scammers, preventing over £475,000 in housing fraud tied to illegal subletting schemes. In one instance, the team was notified that someone was unlawfully subletting their three-bedroom home
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hassan Cevik, 31, accused of fatally stabbing a father and son at their family business in South London, begged for bail in his first Old Bailey hearing. During his video connection appearance from HMP Thameside in Greenwich,
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two new towers—20 and 17 storeys are planned for Brixton Station Road, unveiled during public consultation on Pop Brixton and Canterbury Crescent site in Lambeth. The plans, which are currently in Phase Two of community involvement, also
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – DfT warns UK rail directors could face jail for using unqualified staff to prosecute fare dodgers, risking mass overturned convictions. As reported by The Telegraph, rail bosses could face jail for letting unqualified staff prosecute alleged fare
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former cabinet minister Peter Hain warns the UK government risks backlash over Palestine Action, saying MPs and peers now regret backing the ban. As reported by The Guardian, Peter Hain warned that the UK government is “digging
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A controversial plan to use a helicopter to lift materials to a Chislehurst manor house has resurfaced in Bromley, prompting renewed local debate. Because of concerns that the proposed helicopter lift on the Cookham Dene estate would
Redbridge (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Martin Stokes, 34, has been fined over £2,000 after being found guilty of fly-tipping twice in Redbridge, highlighting the borough’s crackdown on illegal dumping. After an investigation by Redbridge Council’s Enforcement Team, Stokes was found to be
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 70 supercars worth £7 million were seized by police in Kensington and Chelsea over the weekend during a crackdown on anti-social and dangerous driving. In Hyde Park, Kensington, and Chelsea, a silver Mosler
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former PM Liz Truss calls the 2012 Olympics “elitist,” saying it ignored rural voices, reversing her earlier praise of the ceremony’s unity and spirit. As reported by The Telegraph, Liz Truss has slammed the London 2012 Olympic
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS launches online self-referral, bypassing GPs to improve early maternity care and free up tens of thousands of doctor appointments annually. As reported by The Telegraph, pregnant women in England can now see a midwife without notifying
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Department for Education has released new performance figures for Croydon’s colleges and sixth forms ahead of this year’s Results Day announcements. The results of the A-Level or post-GCSE exams that thousands of students nationwide took earlier
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
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
