The Institute for Government accuses Wes Streeting of “chaotic” NHS reforms despite some progress, warning the government is unlikely to meet key health targets.
Former chancellor George Osborne is shortlisted to succeed Sir Mark Tucker as HSBC chair, joining Naguib Kheraj and Kevin Sneader in the final selection.
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A former nursing assistant from Leytonstone, Waltham Forest, has been named a finalist in national awards by Contact for her dedicated care of her friend’s critically ill daughter. Linda Dennison is one of the eighteen finalists
Camden Council is calling for an urban development corporation to oversee Euston’s regeneration, arguing it would provide clearer leadership and long-term planning.
Lambeth Council has welcomed the Government’s commitment to preserve the National Covid Memorial Wall, recognising it as a vital tribute to lives lost during the pandemic.
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Thousands of High Barnet residents have signed a petition calling on Barnet Council to protect The Black Horse Pub, one of the borough’s oldest landmarks. Located at the intersection of Wood Street and Union Street, the Black
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Drill in Brentwood Road has been refused permission to open an hour later each day after Havering Council’s licensing sub-committee rejected the proposal. Public protection officer Oisin Daly from the licensing authority and PC Chris Stockman
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 50 pothole damage claims have been filed against Ealing Council since 2022, but only a few led to compensation, Freedom of Information data shows. The FOI response showed that overall council spending on pothole repairs
Ealing Liberal Democrats have launched a new residents’ survey to gather views on key local issues, aiming to shape future community priorities and policies.
Labour to abolish police and crime commissioners by 2028, shifting powers to mayors to save £100m and boost frontline policing efficiency.