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

Structural demolition begins at Regina Road, Croydon

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Demolition starts at 1–87 Regina Road, Croydon, marking a key milestone in the transformation of the estate following years of safety concerns. Level by level, the block will be demolished over the course of the upcoming months

Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds military meeting on reserves

Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met military leaders to review the frontline, plan reserves, and strengthen key regions with international security support. As reported by The Guardian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the frontline situation and security guarantees with military officials.