Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The newly refurbished playground at Milkwood Community Park has officially opened, providing a safe and welcoming space for families and children in Lambeth. Scholars from Jessop Primary School who are local to the area, Lambeth Council, and
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing’s annual Festival of Business attracts over 400 visitors and dozens of local firms, celebrating the borough’s thriving entrepreneurial community and spirit. Sixty guests, 41 exhibitors and 450 participants attended the stakeholders’ brunch to start the day.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Number 10 dismisses Commons debate on Prince Andrew, saying royals want MPs to focus on “important issues” despite Jeffrey Epstein scrutiny. As reported by The Independent, Downing Street has ruled out a debate on Prince Andrew, citing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces £10m extra to protect Muslim communities from rising hate crimes following the Peacehaven Mosque attack. As reported by The Independent, Sir Keir Starmer pledged an extra £10 million in security
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Brasserie Blanc’s Hammersmith and Fulham Reach location is closing after 8 years, leaving a void in the local dining scene and marking the end of an era for the French restaurant. Launched in 2017, as
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Minister Josh MacAlister says Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips has the support of PM Keir Starmer amid calls for resignation over grooming inquiry. As reported by Sky News, Home Office minister Jess Phillips has retained government backing
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London housebuilding with multiple projects halted, putting Labour’s targets at risk due to soaring costs, contractor issues, and low buyer demand. As reported by The Telegraph, dozens of London new-build projects have been abandoned, raising worries that
The police should be people you can trust because they are in positions of authority in society and are tasked with maintaining public safety and the rule of law. Police misconduct occurs when the police misuse their authority. Being mistreated by the
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow’s landlord licensing scheme, which aimed to regulate Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), has ended, sparking concerns about rogue landlords. Hounslow Council conducted a consultation on plans to extend the supplementary licensing system from March 12 to
Richmond (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A £150 fine issued to a woman for pouring coffee dregs down a road drain has been cancelled by Richmond Council, sparking debate. Kew resident Burcu Yesilyurt called the fine “quite unfair” and “extreme,” arguing that she
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Specsavers celebrated three decades in Ealing Broadway with the reopening of its newly refurbished store, featuring live music and special offers for customers. The optician has experienced a £70,000 redoing since it opened in 1994, which includes
Jerusalem (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US Vice President JD Vance admits disarming Hamas is a “very, very tough task” while visiting Israel to support the ceasefire and rebuild Gaza. As reported by The Telegraph, JD Vance warned that disarming Hamas would be
In the UK, the concept of “two-tier policing” refers to the practice of police treating certain protests or organizations more severely than others. It implies that police are more tolerant of left-wing or minority group rallies while being harsher on right-wing ones.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Sir Keir Starmer says Baroness Casey will support the grooming gangs inquiry after four survivors quit, promising truth and justice. As reported by The Independent, Sir Keir Starmer told the Commons that Baroness Louise Casey
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK inflation stayed at 3.8% in September, with slower food price rises balancing higher costs in transport and leisure activities. As reported by The Guardian, UK inflation held steady at 3.8% in September, surprising analysts and providing
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Proposals to run a wire from the ArcelorMittal Orbit tower as a visitor attraction have been submitted to Tower Hamlets and Newham councils for review. The 114.5 feet tall ArcelorMittal Orbit observation palace, located in Stratford,
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council recently seized nearly £33,000 worth of illegal vapes, cigarettes, and shisha in a major crackdown on illicit products. Seven establishments sold illegal tobacco to the council’s undercover officer during a series of test purchases conducted
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council has unanimously approved a £350m life sciences hub in London Bridge, creating 890 jobs and providing 33,500 sqm of laboratory space. Three new structures will be erected at Snowsfields Quarter in London Bridge and West
The monarchy, the lords, and the commons, the three old triumvirates of the British constitution, are a historical element dating back to the eleventh century. The history and tradition are a defining feature of our political culture. Traditions are not always for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to scrap “arbitrary rules” and cut paperwork, saving UK companies £6bn ahead of the November Budget. As reported by the Independent, Rachel Reeves announced plans to cut red tape and arbitrary rules, aiming
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Pizza Hut’s Croydon restaurant closes as the brand goes into administration, leaving customers disappointed and employees uncertain about their future. Pizza Hut declared that it would close 68 locales, including its Croydon( Purley Way) position. As part
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – European leaders unite behind Ukraine, urging support for the country ahead of US President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. As reported by The Independent, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK borrowing reached £20.2bn in September, the highest in five years, driven by higher welfare spending and debt costs ahead of the autumn budget. As reported by The Guardian, rising debt interest and higher welfare payments pushed
In the UK, the House of Commons is the main popular institution representing the voice and will of the British electorate. As the lower chamber of the council, the House of Commons has legislative supremacy, the power of the bag, and is
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A community outreach drive in Ealing has led to a significant increase in mental health referrals among children from ethnic minority backgrounds. According to the West London NHS Trust, referrals from communities similar as Somali, Sikh, Polish,
The departure of the UK from the EU in December 2020 was one of the most significant events in contemporary British history. Brexit has transformed the UK political, economic and social landscape in such a way that it fundamentally alters the arrangements
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing incident near the Hilton hotel in Westminster, with police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack. On Saturday, October 18, at roughly 10.10 p.m., police
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – MPs call for legislation to revoke Prince Andrew’s Duke of York over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, but the government defers to the royal family’s views. As reported by The Independent, the King and Prime Minister Sir Keir
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s £136m bailout sparks concerns over normalisation of emergency funding, with LGA warning of systemic failure on local authorities. Katherine Kerswell’s friends at the Local Government Association released a pre-Budget warning that emergency government bail-out agreements
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kremlin rejects US President Donald Trump’s call to end the Ukraine war, keeping military actions as a US-Russia summit in Budapest is planned. As reported by the RBC Ukraine, Kremlink confirmed Russia will continue its military action
Berlin (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s bid for a 260,000-strong army faces setbacks as coalition partner SPD resists lottery-based conscription at 18. As reported by The Telegraph, in May, Friedrich Merz pledged to strengthen Germany’s military against Russia, declaring, “Germany
To offer guidance, education, and support to individuals who wish to lessen crime or have been impacted by it, police officers collaborate closely with members of the criminal justice system. In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, police constables start on £28,551, and
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Energy Secretary Ed Miliband faces backlash over plans to rebrand plumbers, electricians, and welders as “clean energy” workers in the net-zero push. As reported by The Telegraph, Ed Miliband comes under fire for attempting to label plumbers,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK foreign property ownership increases, led by China’s 41% surge, raising concerns over Beijing’s role following the collapse of a Chinese spy trial. As reported by The Telegraph, China emerges as the fastest-growing investor in UK property
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lewisham Council faces backlash over £2.5m lawsuit against Meze Mangal, a popular Turkish restaurant in Brockley, amid concerns over disproportionate use of power. Ahmet and Sahin Gok, the proprietors and brothers, were fined £2.5 million under the
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Travonn St. Leonce who falsely claimed to be a football coach and victim of domestic abuse to secure council housing has been sentenced after pleading guilty to eight counts of fraud. Travonn St. Leonce supported his home
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police confirm discovery of human remains near illegal rubbish dump in Rainham, Havering, amid concerns over toxic waste and environmental hazards The public is being asked to stay away from the area by the police. His corpse
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 100 UK councils resist adopting the IHRA anti-Semitism definition, raising concerns as the government pushes for consistent action nationwide. As reported by The Telegraph, analysis reveals over 100 councils have refused to adopt the international
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government spent £115k on influencer marketing, with Tories accusing Labour of undermining its pledge to curb wasteful public spending. As reported by The Independent, Britain spent almost £115,000 on influencer marketing in under 12 months,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Conservatives plan to block the Chagos Islands deal, citing China spying risks and forcing annual parliamentary votes on Mauritius payments. As reported by The Telegraph, Tory MPs plan to block the Chagos Islands deal next week amid
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Laboratory tests revealed BPA in some baby dummies from major brands, despite “BPA-free” labels, posing risks to children’s development and health. As reported by The Guardian, three major European baby dummies have tested positive for a chemical
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Katherine Kerswell has resigned as Chief Executive of Croydon Council after five years in the role, marking a major leadership change. The council affirmed that after her contractual notice period, she will not be paid. Her departure
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A coroner has written a Prevention of Future Deaths report to Google following an inquest into the death of a 16-year-old Leo Barber in Bromley. On November 28, 2023, Leo Barber passed away on the train at
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Beckenham scaffolding yard has won its planning appeal against Bromley council despite neighbours’ concerns over safety risks to children. Between a playground and a primary school, at the end of an access road, lies Masons Scaffolding,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An air ambulance and emergency crews rushed to Surrey Street, Croydon, after a man fell from a height, leaving him with serious injuries, witnesses said. During a crowded Friday lunchtime, it was believed to have come from
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark’s last 24/7 police front counter at Walworth Station will lose its full hours, as the Met announces ten more London desk closures. As of right now, the public can only report crimes to an officer at
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing business leaders warn that without key reforms in the upcoming Budget, family-run firms will suffer under mounting economic pressures. According to Family Business, new inheritance tax reforms that go into effect in April of next year
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cllr Infran Mohammed will not join Lambeth’s investigating Committee after accusations of sexual offences led to heated debate and scrapped plans. After being arrested and charged in July of this year with sexual assault, exposure, and engaging