Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chafik Aziz, from Sutton’s Wallington area, has been charged with terrorism offences linked to the Islamic State, authorities confirmed this week. The Metropolitan Police charged 18-year-old Chafik Aziz on November 11 with “an offence contrary to section
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has partnered with the Safer Business Network to launch the Safe Haven scheme, strengthening efforts to tackle violence against women. Companies have agreed to share in the Safe Havens program, which offers temporary sanctum to
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing has hosted its first Artificial Intelligence conference, uniting more than 120 delegates from across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. Under the subject “Aware Use of AI,” the Ealing Local Strategic Partnership, directed by Ealing Council
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council has begun preparations for its 2026 Budget, set to be presented to the Full Council in February as part of the annual financial process. “Financial challenges,” “funding pressures,” and “structural deficits” are frequently mentioned in
Donald Trump claims the BBC “defrauded the public” by editing his January 6 speech, prompting legal threats and resignations of senior BBC executives.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting rules out challenging Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling the rumours “unhelpful” and “self-defeating.” As reported by The Guardian, Wes Streeting denied reports of plotting to oust Keir Starmer, dismissing the speculation as baseless
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Coldfall Primary School in Haringey has joined the borough’s expanding School Street network, promoting safer, cleaner journeys for pupils and families. On Monday, December 1, 2025, a second School Street will be opened at the Everington Road
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Muswell Hill resident Chris Brocklesby has been appointed trustee for a national charity, representing Haringey in efforts to strengthen community impact. The British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) principal technology officer, Chris Brocklesby, has joined the board of trustees
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – YouGov poll shows 68% of Britons want cheaper household energy, while only 21% prioritize reducing carbon emissions as a top concern. As reported by The Telegraph, a recent poll finds the public considers cheaper energy bills more
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street insists government won’t comment on BBC’s ongoing legal dispute with US President Donald Trump, leaving the matter to the broadcaster. As reported by The Independent, Number 10 declined to comment on the ongoing BBC–Trump row
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has rejected efforts to list Shepherd’s Bush Market as an asset of community value, disappointing local campaigners.
PM Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves plan major Budget reforms to scrap the two-child benefit cap and cut child poverty across the UK.
UK unemployment rises to 5%, highest since 2021, as payrolls fall and labour market weakens ahead of Rachel Reeves’s budget.
A historic artwork has been rescued and relocated to a Royal Greenwich primary school, preserving local heritage for future generations.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says wrongful prisoner releases have increased and calls the situation “completely unacceptable,” pledging government action. As reported by Sky News, Lisa Nandy said the government is “gripping” the prison crisis, calling the rise
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK plant importers warn Kent border delays and damage at Sevington could raise EU delivery costs and halt shipments. As reported by The Guardian, plant importers said ongoing delays and damaged shipments at a Kent border post
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs urge Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to halt a 20% cut to the Global Fund, warning it would damage global health and UK credibility. As reported by The Guardian, seven former Labour ministers have urged
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport for London engineers have confirmed the 60-year-old Croydon Flyover requires urgent refurbishment following detailed safety inspections. This week, a portion of the Wandle Road surface parking lot beneath the Flyover has been blocked while surveying is
The roles, responsibilities, and authorities of the Head of State, or monarch, are established by conventions. One of the traditions is the political impartiality of the monarch. The common law system applied in England and Wales is a hybrid of both the
The English Parliament was the body that exerted the greatest influence on the development of representative government among those that had been fashioned in Europe during the Middle Ages. Parliament arose out of assemblies called by the kings to decide disputes, to
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Four firms are competing to build a major new Artificial Intelligence academic facility for Imperial College in Hammersmith and Fulham, signalling rapid growth. According to Building, Multiplex, Mace, Bovis, and Sir Robert McAlpine received the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Bank of England keeps interest rates at 4% as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares her key budget, with inflation still almost double the official 2% target. As reported by The Guardian, the central bank’s policymakers kept interest
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick criticises Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy over the mishandling of two prisoners mistakenly freed from Wandsworth. As reported by The Independent, Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick warned David Lammy to “get a
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon will commemorate the ninth anniversary of the 2016 tram derailment with a civic ceremony honouring the victims and their families. Croydon will come together to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Sandilands wagonette derailment
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK treasurer Nick Candy’s company secured £4.6m in damages after a High Court ruled it was misled into investing in a tech start-up. As reported by The Independent, a High Court has ruled that
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says Britain faces major economic challenges and government will act responsibly to protect long-term growth. As reported by The Independent, Cabinet Minister Bridget Phillipson has reaffirmed her stance after the chancellor issued a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Marks & Spencer profits drop to £184.1M after cyber-attack halts online orders, with clothing and homeware sales down, while food sales rise 7.8%. As reported by The Guardian, Marks & Spencer’s profits have fallen by over half
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Northolt’s famous Haunted House drew large Halloween crowds despite bad weather, raising £500 for Meadow House Hospice in Ealing. A sort of Northolt custom in Ealing is the Haunted House on Kempton Avenue, UB5 4HF. The attraction,
Barking and Dagenham Council has written off tens of thousands in unpaid business rates owed by Poundland after efforts to recover the debt failed.
Drivers in Barnet will encounter three major National Highways closures this week, prompting warnings of delays and diversion routes.
Chelsea landlord fined for Ealing flats
Ealing Christmas card shop celebrates
Coulsdon residents back local shops
Coleridge-Taylor honoured at Croydon cinema
