The abattoir sector is in crisis. A worrying, and steady decline of small abattoirs now sees just 60 left in 2023 and given that they have been closing at an alarming rate of 10% per year, those remaining may well disappear altogether
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has secured £4.5 million in external funding to support eco-friendly upgrades and reduce emissions in public buildings across the borough. As reported by Wandsworth, the council will be able to reduce energy use by 92%
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches an electric car club pilot with Zipcar and Zest, introducing 15 EVs and 70 fast chargers to boost clean, accessible transport options. As reported by Hackney, with more than £1 million funded by the
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick School has been officially recognised for delivering outstanding character education, highlighting its commitment to developing well-rounded students. As reported by Chiswick Calender, helping students acquire personal qualities, or “virtues,” that allow them to develop good sense
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Misinformation around the UK Supreme Court ruling on trans rights has sparked confusion, but trans women’s legal access to spaces remains unchanged. As reported by The Independent, campaigners for trans rights have warned that widespread misinformation circulating
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lady Martha Sitwell, model and Royal Ascot figure, was harassed by a stalker outside her Kensington home who made ‘strangling noises,’ a court has been told. As reported by Daily mail, according to a court
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A leaked recording reveals Croydon MP Chris Philp knew Brexit would hinder asylum policy, despite previous public claims by the Conservative government. As reported by Inside Croydon, former Conservative government immigration minister and Croydon South MP Chris
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK transport minister Mike Kane says flying taxis could be in operation by 2028, backed by £20m government funding to accelerate drone and aviation innovations. As reported by The Independent, a transport minister announced that the UK
Albania (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer announced plans for international return hubs for failed asylum seekers, marking a new approach after scrapping the Rwanda deportation scheme. As reported by The Independent, formal talks have begun in the UK to send failed
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Kim Leadbeater dismisses claims of lost psychiatric support, insisting MPs and doctors still back her assisted dying bill ahead of a key vote. As reported by The Guardian, Kim Leadbeater dismissed criticism from the Royal
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK economy grew 0.7% in Q1, defying gloomy forecasts amid tax hikes and tariffs, though experts expect slower growth ahead. As reported by The Guardian, official data shows the UK economy expanded 0.7% in Q1, overcoming
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Yorkshire students gain first-hand insight into UK democracy with a visit to Westminster, including a guided tour of the country’s highest court. As reported by Fe News, during a two-day journey to the capital, 14