UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministers propose last-minute AI concessions to avoid Lords defeat, amid backlash from artists and digital rights advocates. As reported by The Guardian, to avoid a fifth defeat in the House of Lords, ministers offered late concessions on
Before being elected as the MP for Ealing Southall, I was the national officer for disability equality at the country’s biggest trade union, UNISON. I was also a shop steward for many years, representing people with problems at work. Astoundingly, about two-thirds
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK denies visa to top Nigerian security expert and family, sparking racism claims despite strong ties, business success, and clear intent to return home. As reported by The Guardian, the Home Office faces criticism after denying a
In an age of self-driving cars and space tourism, it is astonishing that many people in rural Britain still can’t reliably make a phone call or load a web page. I represent Frome and East Somerset, a largely rural constituency, and earlier
Ten-minute rule motions offer MPs an opportunity to seek permission to introduce a Bill to Parliament. While Bills introduced this way go to the end of the long queue of Private Members’ Bills and so don’t make progress, they are in important
For all the headlines one of the most striking things about the Government’s ill-advised reset summit with the EU on 19 May was that there was not a great deal of substance and for most purposes it amounted to little more than
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The long-delayed Westfield development in Croydon requires millions in public funding, as stakeholders warn investment is essential to move the scheme forward. The housing crisis, the closure of Old Palace School, the status of the long-promised “kiosks”
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The RNLI has delayed plans to relocate its Chiswick lifeboat station to Wandsworth, with the move now expected to take place sometime next year. Since its lease at Chiswick Pier expires next year, the RNLI had hoped
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing residents are encouraged to nominate outstanding local councillors for a prestigious national award recognising service and leadership in the community. Residents of Ealing still have time to nominate a local councillor for the annual Cllr Awards,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Home Office links rising Channel crossings to calm weather and crowded boats, though experts say smuggling and demand drive long-term increases. As reported by the Guardian, Home Office analysis says calmer weather and more crowded boats
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NATO pushes the UK to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035, exceeding Labour’s target to satisfy US demands and secure alliance support. As reported by The Guardian, defence insiders say Britain will likely commit
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A major review finds systemic failures in England & Wales water sector, urges reform but faces criticism from campaigners for lacking bold action. As reported by The Guardian, a government-commissioned review has revealed systemic issues in the
