UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The pound fell to a 14-month low as bond market sell-offs raised investor concerns over the UK economy, putting more pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The pound declined as the cost of credit in Britain climbed to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The latest data reveals that Transport for London has paid over £2 million in pothole compensation claims over the past three years. In 2022-23, TfL allocated £1.7m for just 12 pothole complaints, a sharp rise from £310,000
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – CMA Planning has granted the planning permission for the new co – living property at 305A Kingsland Road in the Haggerston, which is owned by Scape Living. The aim is to build 150 additional co-living units in
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In a tense Prime Minister’s Questions exchange (PMQs), Sir Keir Starmer has accused the Conservative leader of “bandwagon jumping” for calling for a new inquiry into grooming gangs. Kemi Badenoch, the Tory leader, has warned Prime Minister
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In an effort to address the housing shortages in the borough, Lambeth council is seeking a development partner to construct 450 houses across the borough. The local government has stated that no less than 150 of the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson condemned the Conservative’s plan for a new grooming inquiry, arguing it would kill child safety legislation. Bridget Phillipson slammed the opposition’s proposal to change the Children’s Wellbeing Bill on Wednesday. She described it
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Metropolitan Police’s handling of accusations against Mohamed Al Fayed is under scrutiny, with concerns about missed opportunities to conduct a proper inquiry. The Metropolitan Police is examining 21 claims made against the late former Harrods chief,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK Prime Minister faces backlash from British-Indian communities for using the broad phrase “Asian grooming gangs,” calling it misleading and unfair. While defending himself against Elon Musk’s criticism on Monday, the British PM used this word,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine): The Labour government proposes a new deal to help farmers earn more and be sustainable, but protests continue over unpopular tax and subsidy cuts. Tens of thousands of farmers stage mass protests over controversial changes to agricultural inheritance
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Imran Chowdhury, a 25-year-old from London, has been accused of helping Daniel Khalife’s escape from Wandsworth Prison in September 2023. Authorities have charged a man over claims he assisted former soldier Daniel Khalife in escape from custody.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour leader hit back at Elon Musk, accusing him of spreading false claims about child sexual violence while defending Jess Phillips from threats. During his speech on NHS reform, Sir Starmer responded to Elon Musk’s backlash over
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK businesses are facing tough decisions, with more than half ready to increase prices due to a rise in costs and taxes, as business confidence has dropped. According to a British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) survey of
