Since the Grenfell Tower disaster, the UK has changed how building regulations are constructed. England’s Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) is the big legislation that governs these changes, but Scotland operates its own building standards system, introducing legislation separately. If you design,
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster is one of the oldest political positions in the United Kingdom. While initially established hundreds of years in the past, the job has changed over time; as a ministerial title, the holder performs as a
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK businesses warn EHRC’s new toilet guidance is “unworkable,” citing high costs, operational challenges, and unclear rules on trans inclusion. As reported by The Guardian, British firms fear the EHRC’s new guidance on toilets and changing rooms
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK government urged to return Electoral Commission to full independence amid warnings ministerial powers could undermine democracy. As reported by The Guardian, a report warns that the Electoral Commission’s independence must be restored to protect UK elections
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Sir Keir Starmer says digital ID scheme will tackle illegal working and curb migrant inflows, amid concerns over privacy and enforcement. As reported by The Independent, Keir Starmer said digital IDs will prevent illegal employment
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Attorney General Richard Hermer warns that populist attacks on courts and the rule of law threaten working-class protections and public trust in justice. As reported by The Guardian, Richard Hermer will warn in his most political address
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Survation poll for LabourList shows 53% of Labour members want a new leader before the next election, with only 31% backing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. As reported by Sky News, a survey reveals a majority of
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The US slams Scotland’s arrest of 75-year-old anti-abortion campaigner Rose Docherty for peaceful protest, calling it “tyrannical” suppression of free speech. As reported by The Telegraph, Washington condemned Scotland’s arrest of an anti-abortion activist, calling it “tyrannical”
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Defence Secretary John Healey says Britain will mass-produce drones with Ukraine to build a “drone wall” protecting Nato from Russian threats. As reported by The Telegraph, John Healey confirmed British-made drones will form a “drone wall”
Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Morden residents voice frustration as the long-promised town centre regeneration in Merton faces another setback, with completion now unlikely before the 2040s. Many residents are skeptical that the promised changes will ever come to pass, despite Merton
