UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK won Runcorn and Helsby by six votes, marking a historic shift after 52 years and raising fears for Sir Keir Starmer before elections. As reported by The Guardian, Reform UK snatched victory in
Last month, I had the honour of leading an Adjournment Debate in the House of Commons to make a case that, in truth, makes itself – for Government support for the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT). For over two decades, the CRT has
Last week, I introduced a 10 Minute Rule Bill in Parliament to require the Government to publish a dedicated strategy for tackling interpersonal abuse and violence against men and boys. This is not about detracting from the vital work being done to
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Stonegate Group is seeking a new operator for the Hill Top Tap pub in Sidcup, Bexley, as part of its ongoing efforts to refresh local pub tenancies. As reported by News Shopper, under a tenancy with Stonegate
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ofsted inspectors praised The Minster Junior School in Croydon for “exemplary” pupil behaviour and personal growth in a vibrant, caring school community. As reported by Your Local Guardian, on February 4 and 5, 2025, Ofsted paid a
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council has reduced its reliance on hotels for temporary accommodation by 84%, citing improved housing solutions and better resource management. Greenwich Council’s financial strain has decreased by approximately £5.88 million as a result of the action,
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Octopus Energy founder Greg Jackson has joined the Hammersmith & Fulham Growth Advisory Board to help shape local economic development and innovation strategy. This organization brings together local government, business, and the academia to develop
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A homelessness charity has welcomed new figures showing a decline in rough sleeping across Croydon, calling it a positive sign of progress in local efforts. A homeless organization has applauded data indicating that fewer people are sleeping
Candidates standing in this week’s local authority and mayoral elections are being urged by the NFU to back British farming over issues such as the family farm tax. Voters go to the polls tomorrow (Thursday) with more than 1,600 seats up for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Prime Minister Tony Blair faces backlash for calling net-zero goals unrealistic, drawing sharp criticism from climate experts and Labour MPs. As reported by The Guardian, experts and political leaders have slammed Tony Blair over his claim
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Veteran weatherman John Kettley slammed Energy Secretary Ed Miliband’s £50m sun-dimming plan, calling it “disgusting” and a threat to natural systems. As reported by GB News, John Kettley opposes Ed Miliband’s £50 million funding for solar dimming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Environment Secretary Steve Reed confirmed the UK is reviewing its resilience to blackouts after power cuts in Spain and Portugal, pending investigation. As reported by The Independent, a cabinet minister says Britain is “constantly looking at our
