Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon reports 29,715 A&E visits for children under four—111% above London’s average—highlighting concerns over playground safety and supervision. With nearly 30,000 hospital admissions over the previous 12 months, Croydon had the most A&E visits for children under
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Facing a burial space shortage, Croydon Council plans to reclaim graves unused for over 75 years at Mitcham Road Cemetery, allowing new interments. As space in Mitcham Road Cemetery grows more limited, Croydon Council intends to recover
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Research shows London’s Ulez cut pollution, improved public health, and saved over £37m a year, marking a major success for Mayor Sadiq Khan. As reported by GB News, Sadiq Khan declared a major achievement for Londoners as
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – After musician Ebow Graham’s death in 2020, an NHS trust and ambulance service admitted failing to provide timely mental health support in London. As reported by The Guardian, an NHS trust and ambulance service have confessed to
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s selection of Rowenna Davis as Croydon mayoral candidate faces internal backlash, highlighting party tensions and concerns over leadership decisions. The remaining members of the Labour party in Croydon, including those referred to as belonging to the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Airport commemorates 95 years since Amy Johnson’s solo flight to Australia with the “Amy 95” weekend, featuring talks, exhibitions, and performances. To commemorate the 95th anniversary of one of the most important flights in aviation history,
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Young people in Wandsworth commemorate Nelson Mandela, expressing aspirations for a just and united world inspired by his enduring legacy. In remembrance of Nelson Mandela, the voices of a primary school reverberated Tuesday through the famous Guilhall’s
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rayners Lane experiences significant crime reduction following Harrow police’s targeted operations, including patrols and community engagement. Harrow MPS claims that after a police-led campaign began last year, crime in Rayners Lane ward has significantly decreased. According to
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering’s average house price rose 6.8% to £444,000 in February 2025, surpassing London’s 1.7% growth, driven by affordability and strong demand. Both real estate prices and rental rates have increased significantly in Havering, surpassing the capital’s
Newham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Newham Council initiates the £1bn Carpenters Estate redevelopment, starting with James Riley Point refurbishment, aiming for 50% affordable housing. The first stage of the Carpenters Estate redevelopment in Stratford will begin with preparatory work at James Riley
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey rail line to close over May weekend for essential engineering works. Passengers advised to plan ahead and check for replacement services. A Haringey train route will be forced to close for an entire weekend next month
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cognita, owner of Croydon’s Cumnor House prep schools, is exploring a £5bn global sale, attracting interest from major private equity firms. GENE BRODIE, our education correspondent, discusses how private equity firms are circling a lucrative private school