Japan-Africa city partnership sparks xenophobic backlash

Tokyo (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Japan’s plan to link four cities with African countries sparked xenophobic backlash, fueled by media misreports suggesting mass immigration fears. As reported by The Guardian, Japan’s efforts to strengthen ties with African countries have sparked a crisis

Merton Council takes control of 18 unsafe homes

Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Merton Council seizes 18 rental homes after a landlord repeatedly failed to license them, ensuring safer living conditions for residents. In August 2024, the council temporarily took over the properties using its extraordinary powers. Tenants’ complaints regarding

Haringey students celebrate exam success

Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Students across Haringey celebrated their exam results, marking achievements and preparing for university, apprenticeships, and future careers. Their perseverance and accomplishments are evidence of the skill and tenacity that flourish in our community. As a council, they

Amira Issa sentenced for housing fraud in Hillingdon

Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Amira Issa has been sentenced after Hillingdon Council found she filed a fraudulent housing application while living permanently outside the borough. At the Ealing Magistrates’ Court on Friday, August 1, 41-year-old Amira Issa of Tustin Estate, Southwark,

Val Shawcross named Croydon College Chair of Governors

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Val Shawcross, ex-Croydon Council leader and London deputy mayor, has been appointed as the new chair of governors at Croydon College. When the Crystal Palace Park Trust, a community organization she had assisted in founding, acquired the

Barnet drivers face five National Highways closures

Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Motorists in Barnet should prepare for five National Highways road closures this week, with potential travel disruptions and detours expected nearby. It is anticipated that one of them would result in delays of ten to thirty minutes.