London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The former Labour prime minister has opposed the assisted dying bill, calling for better end-of-life care instead. He urged for a commission on palliative care before considering such legislation. Gordon Brown has publicly argued against the assisted
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour’s Respect orders will impose up to two years in jail, unlimited fines and curfews for penalties for persistent antisocial behaviour with penalties. Police will gain enhanced powers including vehicle seizures and ban offenders from public spaces
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Royal Mail’s parent company, IDS, is considering price hikes and job cuts in response to increased costs from the Labour government’s budget, which raised employer national insurance contributions. IDS has reported a significant £134 million business write-down.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – John Prescott, the former UK’s Deputy Prime Minister, has passed away at the age of 86 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. A key player in Tony Blair’s New Labour government, Prrescoot was remembered for his blunt
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Defense Secretary John Healey will face MPs over reports that British-made Storm Shadow missiles were used by Ukraine in attacks within Russia, amid growing Western involvement. John Healey, the UK defense secretary, is ready to appear
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Family, relatives and companions recalled Liam Payne at the One Direction star’s funeral, just over a month after he passed away at the age of 31. As reported by BBC, the private service was carried out in
UK – Palliative Care Minister Stephen Kinnock supports the legalization of assisted dying, mentioning its potential to improve end-of-life care, despite opposition from Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Health Minister Stephen Kinnock has announced he will vote in favour of the assisted dying
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Farmer union Bradshaw condemned government inheritance tax changes as a “betrayal,” warning they could increase food prices and harm farmers. The leader of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has blamed the government for an extraordinary “betrayal” over
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Meteorological Office (MET) has predicted up to 20 cm of snow in the worst-hit areas, with icy conditions and wintry showers expected. Amber cold health alerts have been issued, with the potential for “significant impacts” including
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cabinet ministers including health and justice secretaries have decided to vote against assisted dying legislation, while the PM Keir Starmer is yet to decide. Education Minister Bridget Phillipson has stated she is likely to oppose the bill
