UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves will lift the two-child benefit cap in November’s budget, aiming to cut child poverty for 1.7 million UK children. As reported by The Guardian, Rachel Reeves confirmed plans to scrap the two-child benefit cap
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet motorists are being warned of six road closures on the National Highways network this week, with drivers advised to plan ahead to avoid delays. Additionally, it is anticipated that three of them may result in moderate
Jerusalem (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sources say Hamas is reviewing US President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, backed by Israel, and a response could take several days. As reported by The Telegraph, sources say Hamas may take several days to respond to the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Home Bargains is set to replace Argos at Purley Way Centre in Croydon, marking a major retail change for shoppers in the busy retail hub. Home Bargains will take over the 14,593 square foot (1,355 square meter)
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – National Crime Agency and Law Society warn of rising home sale scams, with average losses of £82,000, urging stronger protections in the legal sector. As reported by The Independent, a new campaign warns of scams targeting homebuyers,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Prime Minister Keir Starmer scrapped former PM Tony Blair’s university target, pledging that two-thirds of young people will study or take apprenticeships. As reported by The Independent, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has abandoned Tony Blair’s 1999
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Beckenham town centre in Bromley was shut this morning after a major high street fire near Odeon cinema. Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters tackled the blaze. Crews from Beckenham, Bromley, Woodside, Forest Hill, and other fire
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Number 10 Chief Secretary Darren Jones called Reform UK leader Nigel Farage a “snake oil salesman” like Andrew Tate, warning about his influence on youth. As reported by The Guardian, Darren Jones compared Nigel Farage to an
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hundreds in New Addington have signed petitions to save the Croydon area’s last bank, warning closure could isolate elderly and vulnerable residents. On January 14, 2026, the Lloyds store on Central Parade is scheduled to close, maybe
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Royal Borough of Greenwich is celebrating Black History Month with inclusive events and activities for residents to engage, learn, and connect. In addition to the University of Greenwich’s partnership with Charlton Athletic Football Club’s annual Red,
