Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Mayor Jason Perry faces backlash after allegedly misleading BBC about library closures, raising concerns over transparency in local governance. The decision to close four libraries was based on questionable statistics that did not account for the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A group of Labour MPs warns that ignoring young men’s concerns allows toxic influencers to dominate and calls for better parenting rights and male role models. As reported by the Guardian, dozens of Labour MPs are joining
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth is urging residents to organize street parties to celebrate 80th anniversary of VE Day and Victory over Japan Day, fostering historical remembrance. Similar to other historic events like the Queen’s Jubilee, Lambeth Council has made an
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer advocates for Adolescence to be shown in schools and parliament, highlighting concerns over online influence on youth violence. Labour leader has expressed support for the campaign to screen Netflix’s Adolescence in schools and parliament, citing
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council strikes a deal with Pocket Living to deliver 14 new social rent homes in Streatham, boosting affordable housing options in the area. The council will be the only owner and manager of these residences. The
This month marks the 40th anniversary of the Swann Report, a landmark document that exposed the systemic racism embedded in the UK’s education system. Its findings, commissioned in response to mounting evidence that Black and ethnic minority students were being failed, laid
I moved to South Devon in 2007. Before then, I’d lived in Edinburgh, Sheffield, and London on and off for nearly two decades. Coming here 18 years ago was my first real experience of rural life, other than holidays, and in the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tanni Grey-Thompson slams welfare cuts, describing them as reckless and harmful, as campaigners warn of increasing hardship for disabled individuals. Paralympian and disability advocate Tanni Grey-Thompson has warned that toxic rhetoric surrounding benefit cuts has sparked hatred
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council’s New Homes Programme hits a milestone, delivering 2,000+ new homes, including 600 affordable units, in a bid to tackle the housing crisis. This is fulfilling the council’s goal to address the housing problem and expedite
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth hosts Mayor Sadiq Khan as he announces £6m investment to support domestic abuse victims, providing aid for safe accommodation and long-term recovery. Sadiq chose Lambeth to host the announcement in honor of the borough’s leadership in
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith and Fulham Council slams Thames water for E.coli levels, accusing the company of failing to protect the environment amid rising sewage discharges. Residents “deserve a clean Thames – rather than increasing bills and a
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches public consultation, seeking families’ input on future education strategy, aiming to shape borough top priorities for next three years. By completing a brief form by March 30th, 2025, parents and caregivers from all of
