Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Morden residents voice frustration as the long-promised town centre regeneration in Merton faces another setback, with completion now unlikely before the 2040s. Many residents are skeptical that the promised changes will ever come to pass, despite Merton
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New figures reveal Barnet Council’s spending on temporary accommodation for homeless residents rose sharply last year amid growing housing pressures. Charity for the homeless Private companies are “cashing in” on the housing crisis by demanding “eye-watering sums”
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New figures show 75% of Barnet residents on Universal Credit for health or disability reasons are unable to work, highlighting welfare pressures. The government’s work capability assessment system, which decides whether a claimant should be looking for
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Labour council has failed to refund up to £1.4m in fines issued to drivers in an unlawful low-traffic neighbourhood, sparking outrage. A High Court judge ruled in May that Lambeth Council had illegally implemented the West
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council has received the latest planning applications, detailing new proposals and developments under review across the borough. Plans for additional additions, loft conversions, tree removal and crown reductions, and renovations to both residential and public buildings
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Haringey couple have criticised an NHS body over delays in funding essential care for their disabled son, raising concerns about support for families. After a local NHS organization switched to a new financing scheme, a couple
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Croydon East selection fraud case has been referred to the Crown Prosecution Service, intensifying scrutiny over alleged malpractice in the process. The Crown Prosecution Service has received a dossier from the Metropolitan Police about the alleged
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) -New figures reveal an increase in teenage pregnancies in Barnet in 2022, highlighting growing concerns over youth health and local support services. Following a long-term reduction prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, the number increased for the second consecutive
Newham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kerry-Anne Donaldson, 28, from Newham, has died after three months in hospital. Her sister condemned “absolutely rubbish fake news” about her death. “Bubbly” In recent years, Kerry-Anne gained notoriety as an anti-nitrous oxide activist who became wheelchair-bound
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bruce Castle Park and Museum came alive on 20 September as Haringey held its second Age Well Festival, celebrating healthy ageing and community spirit. This lively, all-inclusive event celebrated community connectedness, wellness, and aging. The Purple Parade,
