Candidates standing in this week’s local authority and mayoral elections are being urged by the NFU to back British farming over issues such as the family farm tax. Voters go to the polls tomorrow (Thursday) with more than 1,600 seats up for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former Prime Minister Tony Blair faces backlash for calling net-zero goals unrealistic, drawing sharp criticism from climate experts and Labour MPs. As reported by The Guardian, experts and political leaders have slammed Tony Blair over his claim
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Veteran weatherman John Kettley slammed Energy Secretary Ed Miliband’s £50m sun-dimming plan, calling it “disgusting” and a threat to natural systems. As reported by GB News, John Kettley opposes Ed Miliband’s £50 million funding for solar dimming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Environment Secretary Steve Reed confirmed the UK is reviewing its resilience to blackouts after power cuts in Spain and Portugal, pending investigation. As reported by The Independent, a cabinet minister says Britain is “constantly looking at our
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A UK survey revealed a 63% drop in insect splats on cars since 2021, marking a decline in flying insect numbers, with the sharpest fall seen in Scotland at 65%. As reported by The Guardian, older drivers
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – MPs urge Treasury to back cash reserves as digital networks face threats from blackouts, cyber strikes, and potential banking system breakdowns. As reported by The Telegraph, MPs urged the Treasury to advise on cash savings in preparation
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The new Soho Theatre Walthamstow has unveiled its striking interior as the long-awaited Hoe Street venue prepares to open its doors to the public this Friday. The building’s 100-year legacy as a live performance venue is
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council has declared a ‘nature emergency,’ joining growing national calls for urgent action to tackle biodiversity loss and ecological decline. According to the statement, the council has acknowledged the pressing need to combat dwindling
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A borough-wide Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) will take effect in Haringey from Thursday, 1 May 2025, aiming to curb anti-social behaviour for 3 years. The PSPO will emphasize involvement, guidance, and encouragement as part of the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is launching a public consultation on proposals to regulate the majority of private landlords, citing concerns over housing standards. Regarding plans to require private landlords throughout the entire borough to obtain a permit before they
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A £210 million property deal will bring 569 new flats to East Croydon, marking a major step in the area’s ongoing residential and urban development plans. Mayor Perry praised a 28-story tower in the town center that
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The landlady of The Alderman pub in Harold Hill says she has been “left in limbo” after receiving no updates from Havering Council over the planned demolition. In order to create room for 138 new houses, plans