Fewer adults smoke in Barnet compared to UK average

Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Recent data shows adult smoking rates in Barnet remain lower than the UK average, highlighting ongoing local health improvements in recent years. It comes as Parliament is presently reviewing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which would change

Harrow’s Stanmore Gardens set for £180m redevelopment

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A luxury London developer has acquired the Stanmore Gardens site in Harrow for a £180m residential-led project behind the shops on Stanmore Broadway. The 2.58-acre property was acquired by Gracie Group from Notting Hill Genesis.  The company

Several Bexley eateries ordered to improve hygiene

Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Some food businesses in Bexley have been told to improve hygiene standards after October inspections revealed issues requiring urgent attention. Throughout the month, environmental health officers visited locales throughout the city and rated them according to safety

Islington Council slammed over 10mph road limit

Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Islington Council faces backlash over a new 10mph speed limit on a main road, with drivers calling it “ridiculous” and cyclists saying it’s unworkable. Even bikes have exceeded a temporary 10 mph speed limit in a busy

Labour drops Investigation into LTN community impact

UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour ends further LTN probes, leaving councils to manage schemes amid evidence gaps and growing concerns over local disruption. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour has abandoned further investigations into the impact of low traffic neighbourhoods on

Four men arrested over motorbike theft in Dartford

Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Dartford arrested four men after spotting a motorbike theft in progress near Bexley, following swift intervention by local officers. Officers observed a Land Rover Discovery driving by them on University Way with its charge open

Duxbury wins ‘customer champion’ title at Croydon awards

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Duxbury was honoured as ‘Customer Champion’ at the Croydon Energy Awards, recognising the company’s outstanding commitment to customer service. This week, Connie Duxbury, the original CEO of Croydon Community Energy and sometimes a guest on our Croydon