UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK elections chief Vijay Rangarajan urges civic lessons from age 11 to prepare young people for voting at 16 in future elections. As reported by The Guardian, the UK elections watchdog stated that schools must introduce democracy
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council launches night-time patrols with private security firms to tackle anti-social behaviour and improve safety across the borough. Squads of about 10 uniformed officers will be sent to areas of the borough with the highest rates
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lewisham, Catford businessman Kaual Patel of Torridon Convenience Store features in Coca-Cola’s campaign, highlighting the stories of UK’s unsung corner shop heroes. Kaual is one of six entrepreneurs nationwide who will be featured in a six-part documentary
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has launched an appeal after a bulldog was found dead in a suitcase on a Barnet bridleway. On August 9, a member of the public made
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Jason Perry releases video evidence showing rubbish contractors falling short of service expectations, sparking public outcry and demand for action. Just six months after awarding the garbage contractors a £40 million long-term contract to maintain the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Perth council leader Grant Laing called claims of new asylum hotels “completely false,” urging residents to avoid misinformation ahead of local protests. As reported by The Independent, the Perth council leader calls claims of new asylum hotels
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK automakers urged softer EV targets, citing high costs and job risks, despite increasing electric car sales and government climate goals. As reported by The Guardian, documents reveal UK carmakers lobbied for relaxed EV rules, citing risks
Redbridge (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Three people are in life-threatening condition following a suspected arson attack at a restaurant in Ilford, Redbridge, according to police reports. Around 9 p.m. on Friday, firefighters, police, and paramedics were dispatched to the incident on Woodford
Keningston and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Kensington and Chelsea arrested 100 people ahead of the 2025 Notting Hill Carnival, citing concerns over public safety and preparedness. In an effort to prevent knife crime, serious violence, and violence against women
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government has delayed its decision on China’s proposed super embassy in Tower Hamlets due to redacted planning documents and local opposition. Due to requests for further details regarding “greyed out” portions of the application,
