UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 100 UK councils resist adopting the IHRA anti-Semitism definition, raising concerns as the government pushes for consistent action nationwide. As reported by The Telegraph, analysis reveals over 100 councils have refused to adopt the international
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour deputy candidate Lucy Powell accuses Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson’s team of briefing against her and “throwing mud” in the race. As reported by Sky News, Lucy Powell accused Bridget Phillipson’s team of spreading negative briefings and
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government spent £115k on influencer marketing, with Tories accusing Labour of undermining its pledge to curb wasteful public spending. As reported by The Independent, Britain spent almost £115,000 on influencer marketing in under 12 months,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Conservatives plan to block the Chagos Islands deal, citing China spying risks and forcing annual parliamentary votes on Mauritius payments. As reported by The Telegraph, Tory MPs plan to block the Chagos Islands deal next week amid
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Philip Jansen, former BT chief, emerges as Heathrow chairman amid £48bn airport expansion, replacing Lord Deighton. As reported by Sky News, Philip Jansen is set to become Heathrow’s next chairman as the UK’s largest airport plans a
Westminster Hall debates are often used to shine a light on issues neglected by the main Chamber. On Tuesday, we did just that, holding a vital debate on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or PoTS. While the debate lasted only half an hour,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Laboratory tests revealed BPA in some baby dummies from major brands, despite “BPA-free” labels, posing risks to children’s development and health. As reported by The Guardian, three major European baby dummies have tested positive for a chemical
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia’s Vladimir Putin fears US President Donald Trump may aid Ukraine, as Washington avoids conflict with Moscow. As reported by Sky News, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he still hopes to secure Tomahawk missiles
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council is under pressure to save two key mental health services from closure as campaigners warn of the impact on vulnerable residents. Rephael House, a charity in North Finchley that collaborates with the council to offer
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Katherine Kerswell has resigned as Chief Executive of Croydon Council after five years in the role, marking a major leadership change. The council affirmed that after her contractual notice period, she will not be paid. Her departure
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The main pool at Southwark’s new Canada Water Leisure Centre has closed indefinitely, just weeks after its grand opening to the public. The pool was closed because of a “maintenance issue,” according to a statement from Southwark
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A coroner has written a Prevention of Future Deaths report to Google following an inquest into the death of a 16-year-old Leo Barber in Bromley. On November 28, 2023, Leo Barber passed away on the train at
