UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour revives “Buy British” campaign to counter Donald Trump’s tariffs, with Keir Starmer proposing procurement rule changes to favour local firms. As reported by The Telegraph, to counter the impact of Trump’s levies, major UK public projects
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s first womb transplant baby marks a significant milestone, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting suggesting such procedures could be available on the NHS. As reported by The Independent, the birth of the UK’s first womb transplant
The UK’s higher education sector is facing a financial crisis that could have profound implications for students, staff, and the country’s future. Two years ago, university lecturers across the UK took to the picket lines, urgently raising alarms about the state of
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS trusts in England may cut 100k jobs as cost-slashing orders hit admin roles, prompting leaders to seek urgent Treasury support. As reported by The Guardian, over 100,000 NHS jobs in England may be slashed amid sweeping
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camberwell Green has seen the most rapid gentrification in Southwark over the past decade, placing in London’s top ten, new Trust for London data shows. Camberwell Green, along with six other Southwark neighborhoods, is ranked sixth out
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sadiq Khan may approve plans for 178 homes and a 23-storey student block in Archway, despite Islington Council’s refusal to grant planning permission. Even though Islington Council and local MP Jeremy Corbyn opposed the idea, City Hall
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local activists are mobilising after the We Demand Change summit in Haringey, building momentum for unity and voicing strong opposition to Labour’s militarism. Following the summit on We Demand Change last month, activists are ramping up their
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Green Meet returns to Hammersmith and Fulham on Sunday 11 May, celebrating nature, biodiversity and community through interactive, family-friendly events. This spring, historic Fulham Palace will host a green-focused fiesta with a focus on
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Norbury Park Lawn Tennis Club in Croydon saved from sale after a community campaign raised £25,000, forcing the council to halt plans to sell the land. When the council announced plans to sell its lease as part
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Defence Secretary John Healey met with the family of Agnes Wanjiru, a Kenyan woman murdered by British soldiers in 2012. As reported by The Guardian, the family of Agnes Wanjiru, a Kenyan woman killed by British
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander says that Labour’s electric vehicle policy changes will have a minimal impact on emissions, aiming to back the car industry. As reported by The Guardian, the transport secretary said Labour’s adjustments to electric
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Halifax reveals that UK house prices fell by 0.5% in March, the largest fall in a year, as demand normalized after a rush to beat stamp duty changes. As reported by The Guardian, the UK housing market
