UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Alan Bates urged Post Office victims to sue the government over delays in compensation, warning the process may stretch into 2027. As reported by Sky News, campaigners urge justice through the courts as Post Office compensation
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour faces backlash for approving hotel and barge housing for asylum seekers till 2027, despite earlier election promises. As reported by The Independent, the government has approved a contract that extends the use of hotels and barge
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sarah Jones, Industry Minister, said the British government is open to a new Chinese partner for British Steel, despite the Business Secretary’s opposition. As reported by Sky News, the Industry Minister has stated the government is “not
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK payrolls fell by 78,000 in March, showing a slowdown, but wages continue to rise and unemployment remains steady at 4.4% despite global economic pressures. As reported by The Guardian, Britain’s company payrolls saw their fastest decline
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – ICAEW survey reveals UK business confidence falls to 2-year low, hit by tax hikes and US tariffs, raising concerns over sales and economic outlook. As reported by The Guardian, a recent survey shows that business confidence in
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has more than doubled fly-tipping fines in a bid to tackle illegal dumping and improve street cleanliness through stricter enforcement. According to the council, fly-tippers cost it over £1 million in 2024 alone. Fixed penalty
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Pizza City in Croydon has submitted plans to extend its opening hours to 3am, sparking concerns among residents over noise and late-night disturbances. The Licensing Sub-Committee of Croydon Council will meet tomorrow, April 15, at 10.30 a.m.,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s mayor aims to achieve official Borough of Sanctuary status by 2026, reinforcing its commitment to welcoming refugees and migrants into the community. In response to inquiries last Thursday, April 10, Caroline Woodley listed her goals for
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council has planted over 2,000 trees across streets, schools, estates, and parks during the winter season to boost urban greening and biodiversity. To aid in the trees’ establishment, the municipality is currently watering them once a
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Mayor Jason Perry faces backlash after refusing to accept two petitions signed by over 5,000 locals at a full council meeting at the Town Hall. As the Conservative-controlled council refuses to discuss the situation at the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Craig Williams, ex-Tory MP, and 14 others face charges for using insider info to bet on the 2024 UK election date, leading to a Gambling Commission probe. As reported by The Independent, the Gambling Commission has charged
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Steve Bray, the anti-Brexit activist, was cleared of breaching a police ban for playing protest music outside Parliament, with the judge supporting his rights. As reported by The Independent News, “Stop Brexit Man” was found not guilty
