London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK wage growth stalled in May to the lowest level in two years amid a cooling jobs market, highlighting the challenge for the Bank of England as policymakers determine whether to cut interest rates. Is UK Wage
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – PM Keir Starmer has pledged European leaders he will reset Britain’s relations with their countries as the prime minister employs his first international summit on domestic soil to mark a line under years of fractious relations with
Concerts and festivals like Glastonbury contribute up to £900 million to the West’s economy, attracting two million visitors. According to UK Music, nearly 9,000 people were employed for shows in the region in 2023. The total number of music tourists attending live
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – PM Keir Starmer has outlined a government agenda that he will argue can counter the “snake oil charm of populism”, in a king’s speech promising change to people’s lives including rights at work, more affordable energy and
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan approved the construction of 300 new homes on London’s green belt, citing significant public benefits, including affordable housing and the restoration of Hanworth Park House into a community hub. What are the benefits of
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson voiced strong support for Donald Trump during the Republican National Conference, praising Trump’s resolve to support Ukraine and defend democracy following an assassination attempt. Ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson has declared that
Valley Fest, set to take place from August 1-4 on an organic farm in Chew Magna near Bristol, is gearing up for its 10th birthday with an impressive lineup. Artists Don Letts, Badger, Jaguar Skills, and OKO will perform on a takeover
The UK’s medicines regulator has approved Wegovy, a weight-loss treatment containing the drug semaglutide, for reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes in overweight and obese individuals. Semaglutide, already used by the NHS to aid weight loss in individuals with a
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain had a trade deficit in MedTech products of £5.4 billion in 2023, government statistics have shown. How significant was Britain’s MedTech trade deficit in 2023? ‘Life Sciences Competitive Indicators 2024’, issued by the Department of Health
Cardiff (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Vaughan Gething announces resignation as Wales’ First Minister and Welsh Labour leader, citing untenable position and plans for leadership transition. Why is Vaughan Gething resigning as First Minister? Vaughan Gething has revealed he is leaving as first
Greater Manchester (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Andy Burnham announced Greater Manchester’s Good Landlord Charter, inviting landlords to join for better rental standards. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham expressed he is ready to undertake Greater Manchester’s Good Landlord Charter, with landlords now
London (Parliament Politics Magazine)– During the State Opening of Parliament and King’s Speech, snipers will be deployed on Whitehall rooftops. How Will Security Measures Protect King’s Speech Ceremony in London? A huge security procedure will be put in place in central London