Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council has outlined a ten-year strategy for borough parks, while residents push for an extra month to contribute to the consultation on the long-term plan. Alan Schneiderman, a press member for climate change and the terrain,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Steve Reed has instructed colleagues to vote against environmental protection measures affecting Croydon, prompting criticism from local campaigners. In his new position as housing minister, former environment secretary and Croydon MP Steve Reed is directing
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A former nursing assistant from Leytonstone, Waltham Forest, has been named a finalist in national awards by Contact for her dedicated care of her friend’s critically ill daughter. Linda Dennison is one of the eighteen finalists
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council’s housing chief Michael Situ has resigned following a landlord licence blunder that echoed an error made by Rachel Reeves, sparking scrutiny over local oversight. In the same borough where Chancellor Rachel Reeves violated rental regulations,
A “blood-stained passenger” reportedly accessed the cab of an empty Heathrow Express train in Southall, prompting inquiries into how the individual gained entry.
Camden Council is calling for an urban development corporation to oversee Euston’s regeneration, arguing it would provide clearer leadership and long-term planning.
Bexley Council has raised fly-tipping fines as officers work with the Met Police and Environment Agency to curb the rising environmental crime across the borough.
Lambeth Council has welcomed the Government’s commitment to preserve the National Covid Memorial Wall, recognising it as a vital tribute to lives lost during the pandemic.
Britain is a nation of islands. Roughly three quarters of a million people live on dozens of islands outside of the UK mainland. The Isle of Wight – my home – hosts the largest chunk of that population with about 140,000 residents
At the end of October, I asked a cabinet minister to apologise for some dubious statements he had made in the Chamber, on social media and in a letter to a Scottish Cabinet Secretary at Holyrood. His chosen subject to misrepresent? Scottish
A thriving farming sector is the beating heart of our rural communities and a vital engine for national growth. From food security to environmental stewardship, farming underpins one of the UK’s largest manufacturing sectors, supports over 4.2 million jobs and drives investment
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Thousands of High Barnet residents have signed a petition calling on Barnet Council to protect The Black Horse Pub, one of the borough’s oldest landmarks. Located at the intersection of Wood Street and Union Street, the Black
