Croydon Mayor Perry backs Westfield plans at PR breakfast

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon’s £82,000-a-year Mayor joined a PR event to support Westfield’s town centre proposals amid concerns over the project’s diminishing credibility. That was the highlight of Croydon Mayor Jason Perry’s one-hour, appropriately named “Breakfast Waffle” event, which took

Hackney Council criticised over school behaviour rules

Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council faces warnings over school behaviour policies deemed damaging and allegedly racist, prompting scrutiny from community leaders and experts. Hackney-based education and wellness organizations informed their local council Wednesday night that they were “sickened” with the

Ealing Council launches first-ever climate week

Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Council launches its first Climate Week, featuring events that promote cost-saving, healthy lifestyle changes in the fight against the climate crisis. From September 20 to 28, Ealing Climate Week: Better Living will offer a range of

Haringey recognises Latin American Community officially

Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In a landmark decision, Haringey Council unanimously passed a motion to officially recognise the Latin American Community during Monday’s Full Council session.  Following the decision, council members gave a standing ovation, expressing gratitude for the contributions residents

Redbridge cracks down on temporary housing fraud

Redbridge (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Redbridge Council intensifies anti-fraud measures in temporary housing to ensure fair allocation and protect accommodation for those in genuine need. Since commencing a targeted operation in November 2023, the Council’s Counter-fraud Team has carried out more than

Man arrested in Queensbury after officer assaulted

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man was arrested in Queensbury after allegedly assaulting a police officer during a pursuit, authorities confirmed. Investigation is currently ongoing. This afternoon, July 21, police were observed attending to the incident in Queensbury, close to Ruth

Greenwich Council asking consultation on sustainable streets

Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council is inviting public consultation on its Sustainable Streets proposals, seeking community input on future transport and environmental measures. The proposal’s main features include permit parking, pay and display bays, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, auto

Labour launches review of pension age policy

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour minister Liz Kendall begins a review of the state pension age, warning of rising costs and growing pensioner poverty without urgent long-term reform. As reported by The Independent, Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has announced

Arrest made in Harrow Wealdstone boots store robbery

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man was arrested on Wealdstone High Street, Harrow, following a robbery at the Boots store on Tuesday, 15 July, police confirm. Investigation is ongoing. The store manager alerted the Wealdstone Safer Neighbourhoods Team (SNT) officers in

FTSE breaks 9,000 barrier to set new record

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK’s FTSE 100 has surged past 9,000 to a record high, driven by investor retreat from US stocks amid Trump’s tariffs, boosting confidence in UK markets. As reported by The Guardian, London’s FTSE 100 broke the 9,000

London justice system ‘broken’, says Met chief

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Met chief Sir Mark Rowley says London’s justice system is “close to broken” and admits black boys face “shameful” disparities in safety and opportunity. As reported by Sky News, Sir Mark Rowley admitted it’s “shameful” that black

Residents gather for Finsbury Fest 2025 in Haringey

Haringey (Brussels Morning News) – Finsbury Fest 2025 in Haringey’s Finsbury Park runs July 8-9, showcasing local talent including Scorcher, Gehenna, and school performers. Tonight’s Schools’ Summer Festival runs 6-8:45 pm. As Haringey London reported, Tonight, Wednesday, July 9, Finsbury Fest 2025

AFC Croydon hit by trash crisis after June 25 camp

Croydon (Parliament Politics Megazine) – AFC Croydon Athletic, co-owned by Stormzy and Wilfried Zaha, faces safety and environmental risks after an illegal camp appeared on June 25, 2025, causing massive fly-tipping and cancelled youth events. As South London Community Matters News reported,

CQC probes Bexley firm after abuse of John attard

Bexley (Parliament Politics megazine) – In December 2022, Bilikesu Olagunju abused 88-year-old John Attard. CQC found Bexley agency Unique Personnel unsafe and is closely monitoring it. Son Chris Attard blames poor checks. As News Shopper News reported,  CQC found Bexley agency Unique

Barnet seeks views on 9,437 domestic Abuse cases

Barnet (Parliament Politics Megazine) – Barnet Council seeks resident feedback on its Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women Strategy. Over 9,400 cases were reported (2022–2025); 1,310 were high-risk. Consultation ends August 4, 2025. As Barnet Borough Times reported, Barnet Council is asking

Costa, KFC, Greggs lead Havering hygiene ratings

Havering (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Havering’s food inspectors checked many local places in June–July 2025; most got top hygiene scores of 5, including Greggs, KFC, Aozora Sushi, McDonald’s, schools, and nurseries. As This is the Local London News reported, environmental health officers

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