Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Airport commemorates 95 years since Amy Johnson’s solo flight to Australia with the “Amy 95” weekend, featuring talks, exhibitions, and performances. To commemorate the 95th anniversary of one of the most important flights in aviation history,
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Young people in Wandsworth commemorate Nelson Mandela, expressing aspirations for a just and united world inspired by his enduring legacy. In remembrance of Nelson Mandela, the voices of a primary school reverberated Tuesday through the famous Guilhall’s
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rayners Lane experiences significant crime reduction following Harrow police’s targeted operations, including patrols and community engagement. Harrow MPS claims that after a police-led campaign began last year, crime in Rayners Lane ward has significantly decreased. According to
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering’s average house price rose 6.8% to £444,000 in February 2025, surpassing London’s 1.7% growth, driven by affordability and strong demand. Both real estate prices and rental rates have increased significantly in Havering, surpassing the capital’s
Newham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Newham Council initiates the £1bn Carpenters Estate redevelopment, starting with James Riley Point refurbishment, aiming for 50% affordable housing. The first stage of the Carpenters Estate redevelopment in Stratford will begin with preparatory work at James Riley
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey rail line to close over May weekend for essential engineering works. Passengers advised to plan ahead and check for replacement services. A Haringey train route will be forced to close for an entire weekend next month
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cognita, owner of Croydon’s Cumnor House prep schools, is exploring a £5bn global sale, attracting interest from major private equity firms. GENE BRODIE, our education correspondent, discusses how private equity firms are circling a lucrative private school
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington & Chelsea Council pledges £12 million to revamp a busy, overcrowded Tube station, aiming to improve accessibility at a major tourist destination. In an uncommon move, a council has offered to contribute to the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s housing department has officially been removed from special measures after four years of oversight following serious performance concerns. In 2021, the “slum-like” and “dangerous squalor” conditions at Regina Road’s municipal apartments sparked a national crisis.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Policy in Practice reveals Wales and northern England will bear the brunt of £5bn disability benefit cuts, with millions in financial losses for these regions. As reported by The Guardian, new research shows a £5bn disability benefits
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s Nick Thomas-Symonds pledges a pragmatic EU deal prioritizing growth and stability, focusing on youth mobility and trade issues ahead of key talks. As reported by The Guardian, Nick Thomas-Symonds, leading UK-EU negotiations, stated the new agreement
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Economists and ecologists urged MPs to amend the planning bill, claiming the “nature levy” lets developers bypass environmental laws, harming ecosystems. As reported by The Guardian, top economists and environmentalists are calling for changes to the government’s
