USA (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The US Supreme Court heard arguments on 10 December 2025 in Hamm v. Smith, grappling with whether Alabama can execute Joseph Clifton Smith, deemed intellectually disabled by lower courts despite IQ scores of 72-78, due to testing margins
Russia (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned on 10 December 2025 that Russia views all alliance members as targets, urging immediate defence spending hikes to 3.5% of GDP amid threats from Moscow and its allies like North Korea.
Bulgaria (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced his government’s resignation on 11 December 2025, moments before a parliamentary no-confidence vote, bowing to weeks of mass protests over corruption, economic policies, and a controversial 2026 budget. The move, amid
Hackney Council’s new electric car club plans face uncertainty as Zipcar prepares to end UK operations, disrupting services for more than 650,000 users
A new FOI request shows Croydon Council issued £1.4m in fines for LTN breaches in just one month, intensifying scrutiny over the controversial scheme.
Lambeth Palace says a complaint against the Bishop of London was not properly followed up, raising concerns over procedural handling within the Church.
Mayor Jason Perry’s remark on raising £20m has become a pivotal element in Croydon LTN legal battle, adding new political weight to the ongoing dispute.
Last night the Palace of Westminster came alive as we hosted the 2025 Parliament News Awards. It was an evening to celebrate leadership, impact and real commitment across Parliament—none more so than our winners, who are driving change in their fields. Kicking
Was the Roman conquest of Britain violent or strategic? This article explores how Rome used force, diplomacy, and planning to seize and control Britain.
Learn how the Le Touquet Agreement shapes UK–France border checks, boosts security, and streamlines travel with pre-departure controls.
In 1984, 37 workers at Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead occupied their workplace to protest redundancies and threats of closure. These men were not vandals, nor were they criminals. They were men defending their jobs, pensions and the future of the communities
An artisan chocolate shop and café has opened its first London branch in Dulwich, offering handcrafted treats and expanding its growing brand presence.
