UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK may scrap EHCPs, threatening legal support for 576,000 children with special needs, raising concerns among campaigners and families. As reported by The Guardian, ministers are considering reforms that could strip hundreds of thousands of children with
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour faces growing pressure to back Palestinian statehood at the UN, with party figures warning that delays could undermine hopes for peace. As reported by The Guardian, both internal and external voices are urging Labour ministers to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs call for a broader right to roam in England after the Supreme Court ruling upheld wild camping rights on Dartmoor without landowner consent. As reported by The Guardian, following the Supreme Court confirming the legality
We are fortunate to have so many amazing pubs in the UK. In my own constituency the pubs Reigate, Redhill, Banstead and our villages, are far more than just a place to have a pint. They are the heart and soul of
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two men were hospitalized following a violent altercation on South Street in Romford, Havering. Police launched an investigation into the late-night incident. Just after 4.30 am on this morning (May 24), Metropolitan Police officers were called to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Disabled campaigners denounce efforts to force trans people into accessible toilets, calling it unjust and damaging to both communities. As reported by The Guardian, disability rights campaigners express concern as trans people now face similar restroom discrimination
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Councillor Linda Bird has been officially elected as Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for the 2025–2026 term during a full council meeting. Councillor Bird, who has spent more than 40 years in Eltham, has devoted
Each April, Parkinson’s Awareness Month reminds us of the 150,000+ people in the UK living with this complex, progressive neurological condition. But awareness alone is not enough. As I highlighted in a recent debate I lead on Parkinson’s care on 21st may,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has unveiled architects’ designs for five new infill council housing projects across the borough, aiming to boost local affordable housing. Haworth Tompkins, Al-Jawad Pike, NOOMA Studio, Archio, and Citizens Design Bureau created the projects. A
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Motorists in Kensington are warned of inevitable delays during the half-term closure of an iconic bridge, as authorities carry out essential maintenance work. Next week, Albert Bridge will close for necessary maintenance, so drivers are
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – St Joseph’s RC School in Croydon has been praised by Ofsted for delivering an “outstanding” education, offering a private school experience for free. The report was released in January after inspectors visited the St. Joseph’s RC Federation
“Life or death for a young child too often depends on whether he or she is born in a country where vaccines are available or not”. Those were the words of Gavi’s inaugural Board Chair, Nelson Mandela, over 20 years ago. The
