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
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council is under pressure to save two key mental health services from closure as campaigners warn of the impact on vulnerable residents. Rephael House, a charity in North Finchley that collaborates with the council to offer
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) – A new community youth hub has opened in Croydon, offering a safe space to combat youth loneliness and support young people across the borough. As part of a larger “transformation” of youth services, Croydon Council recently decided
