While we’ve been enjoying some lovely British sunshine in recent weeks, the impact of last September’s flooding in Mid Bedfordshire is in the front of many minds as we race towards Autumn. Although the sun may shine now, many residents who were
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministers plan SEND reforms that could require stricter evidence for EHCPs, raising fears of reduced support for children with special needs. As reported by The Telegraph, government reforms may require experts to gather stronger evidence before children
Richmond upon Thames (Parliament politics Magazine) – Starting July 7, 2025, Richmond Thames Water begins £2.1M work on Upper Sunbury Road (ref BB 00718190), closing westbound lanes; 216 bus to Staines rerouted; call 0800 316 9800. As Richmond news reported, starting July
Havering (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Havering’s food inspectors checked many local places in June–July 2025; most got top hygiene scores of 5, including Greggs, KFC, Aozora Sushi, McDonald’s, schools, and nurseries. As This is the Local London News reported, environmental health officers
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine): Ealing Council is consulting on renewing its PSPO, which bans anti-social behaviour in public spaces. The current order ends in October 2025. Councillor Jasbir Anand supports fair, early enforcement. As EALING.NEWS reported that the London Borough of Ealing
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A young man was fatally stabbed near a northeast London pub, prompting a police murder investigation. What happened on Chingford Mount Road on Sunday night? Around 9:15 pm on Sunday, on Chingford Mount Road, the fatal incident
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Helen Hayes urged the party to keep EHCPs in the SEND system, citing fear and distrust among parents of children with special educational needs. As reported by The Guardian, education committee chair Helen Hayes called
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s NIC hike drives major fall in summer roles, with hospitality cuts pushing seasonal vacancies to their lowest level since 2018. As reported by The Telegraph, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ jobs tax has pushed summer vacancies in bars
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London “super sewer” boss Andy Mitchell received a £600k pay rise, despite the project running £100m over budget and being funded by customer bills. As reported by The Guardian, the CEO of London’s “super sewer” project received
The UK farming sector has made it clear to government that it can shoulder no more pain on behalf of other sectors of the economy, as trade talks with the USA continue. Delivering a united message, UK farmers said further agricultural concessions
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK PM Keir Starmer faces backlash as Labour MPs warn against scrapping EHCPs, fearing SEN reforms could undermine legal protections for disabled children. As reported by The Independent, Keir Starmer risks fresh Labour rebellion over proposed special
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS faces fresh strike threats as resident doctors demand a 29% pay rise, risking mass cancellations of appointments and operations across England. As reported by The Guardian, resident doctors demanding a 29% wage increase may trigger fresh