London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Former Met police officer, who resigned last year after allegations of using sex workers and committing fraud while on duty, now faces an IOPC probe. As reported by The Guardian, Imran Patel reportedly used sex workers
On Wednesday I held a debate on the shocking new data from the Office for National Statistics on drug deaths in 2024 that show they have increased for the twelfth year running to yet another record high of 5565 in England and
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Complaints to Barnet Council’s mental health and financial support services have nearly doubled over the past year, sparking concern over service quality. Every year, Barnet Council is needed to report any complaints it receives about its adult
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Shard will commemorate Remembrance Sunday for the first time this weekend in Southwark, joining national tributes to honour fallen service members. The display, which is intended to provide Londoners with a moment of contemplation on Remembrance
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council has secured the future of Artsdepot with a new long-term lease, ensuring the popular cultural venue remains open for years to come. In late October, Artsdepot announced that it has entered into a 50-year lease
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New student accommodation towers have been approved with an £11 million payment-in-lieu to Southwark Council, marking a major urban development deal. Plans to construct a new pupil casing complex at Coburg House, 63- 67 Newington Causeway, ranging
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey continues to support residents experiencing homelessness, hosting a successful health outreach event to provide essential care and advice. While numerous megalopolises are reducing walk-in backing for homeless individuals, Haringey took the lead by furnishing vital vaccinations
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon has been granted £750,000 to support a new community-led arts and culture programme aimed at boosting creativity and local engagement. Funding for Croydon Council’s” Creative People and Places” action has increased significantly. The purpose of the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport for London engineers have confirmed the 60-year-old Croydon Flyover requires urgent refurbishment following detailed safety inspections. This week, a portion of the Wandle Road surface parking lot beneath the Flyover has been blocked while surveying is
Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Throwley Yard in Sutton is set to close after the operating company entered administration, raising concerns over local jobs and business impact. The central Sutton Throwley Yard Cinema, which opened in June 2024 with funding from the
The rapid spread of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) is an issue that has become deeply personal for people across Mansfield and frustration is growing as local communities feel powerless to manage the impact. Let me be clear – HMOs do have
For thousands of years, people have settled along the River Nene and across the fens, making homes, forging communities, and building the foundations of what would become Peterborough. The city’s first formal mention, dates to the seventh century, but our heritage runs
