UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The goal of UK Home Secretary James Cleverly’s Tuesday treaty signing with Rwanda is to get around a court ruling that has been blocking the government’s policy of sending asylum seekers to that African nation. The new
• Overall lifetime risk of divorce drops to 35 per cent• Study shows big drop in divorces filed by women• Report says annual ONS divorce stats fail to give the full picture • Official stats “overstate” divorce rate and “underestimate” the number
The first ever meeting of the British Infrastructure Council was held today in London, marking a significant milestone in improving the UK’s infrastructure and economic landscape. The event, chaired by the shadow chancellor, brought together executives from major financial institutions such as
The UK’s inflation rate dropped sharply last month to its lowest level in two years. The Office for National Statistics confirmed this morning that consumer prices in the year to October were 4.6 per cent higher than the year before, but this
The French president will visit Israel next Tuesday. This visit comes more than two weeks after Hamas’ deadly incursion into Israeli territory. Seven French people are still missing. Emmanuel Macron will travel to Tel Aviv on Tuesday to meet Israeli Prime Minister
After a period of private life, which ended up in the public domain, Giorgia Meloni flies to Cairo to participate in the regional summit on the war between Israel and Hamas. Palazzo Chigi dissolved the reservation and confirmed the presence of the
China has slammed British media reports that a man arrested on suspicion of espionage was collecting intelligence for Beijing, calling the allegation a “political farce.” “We firmly oppose it and urge relevant parties in the UK to stop their anti-China political manipulations
Yesterday, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt claimed that the Conservatives are taking the long-term decisions for a brighter future, as he announced an: Immediate Civil Service recruitment cap and Equality and Diversity Audit to save up to £1billion next year, cutting the cost of
Ministers unveil £30m Health Technology Adoption and Acceleration Fund for NHS Grants will speed up the roll out of cutting-edge innovation and new treatments to cut waiting lists and improve patient care Local NHS trusts to apply for cash to address community
The British government is making a political gesture. Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt is due to announce this Monday, October 2, that the minimum wage will be raised from April 2024. It must thus reach at least 11 pounds sterling per hour (12.67
The Rwandan ambassador in London questioned, in remarks filmed without his knowledge, the migration policy of the British government, with which his country concluded an agreement to welcome migrants. Johnston Busingye was asked in a documentary released online on Saturday evening by
“Cowardly” senior politicians should stop ignoring the evidence and stand-up for marriage by ditching anti-family policies that penalise poor couples who tie the knot and embrace radical “Hungarian style” reforms to boost marriage rates, says a major new study from Marriage Foundation.
Hats off to Portsmouth North MP, Penny Mordaunt for succeeding where the government has failed in launching not one but three ‘national flagship’ yachts. These vessels will now be commissioned without a penny of taxpayer’s cash to represent His Majesty’s Government overseas.
Labour have proposed a slew of amendments to the Energy Bill that would cut energy bills by £93 billion for the British people, make Britain energy secure and end once and for all the Tories’ ban on onshore wind. In a first
In recent years, the political landscape in the United Kingdom has experienced significant shifts and realignments. One such development has been the dominance in Scotland of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Under their two previous leaders, Alex Salmond and Nicola Sturgeon the
The Labour Party has slammed the government’s decade of dereliction on crime and pledged to restore the rule of law on Britain’s streets, following a shocking collapse in the proportion of crimes solved. Following a record 2.4 million cases being dropped
At the risk of casting doubt on the real climate ambitions of the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has promised to act in a “pragmatic and proportionate” manner against global warming, supporting new fossil energy projects and posing motorists advocate. At
Flights are due to land on Rhodes later on Monday to bring back holidaymakers left stranded by wildfires which have swept the Greek island. British tourists have been sleeping at the airport, makeshift rescue centres and on the street, after the flames
Political mystics have all but written off the chances of a famous fifth term for the Conservative Party. One veteran pollster told me recently that it is difficult to overstate the hostility of voters directed towards the party. It is in a
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – New figures have revealed that Britain’s economy is experiencing a stagnant phase, with post-Brexit trade and vital sectors performing poorly. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reported that there has been no growth in the economy
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The United Kingdom is considering the elimination of European Union (EU) regulations that restrict the short-selling of sovereign bonds. The rationale behind this proposal is that by allowing investors, including hedge funds, to more easily speculate against
There is a health emergency in the UK and it is becoming weightier by the year because of the huge amounts of ultra-processed food (UPF) we are eating. This has been a concern of mine for many years because I have
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The new UK data protection could risk EU adequacy. Experts have issued a warning today, stating that the UK’s new data bill could potentially enable both the government and corporations to bypass EU regulations. Expected to be
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The UK has rejected a bid by the Orkney Islands to break away and join Norway, citing complaints of neglect from both the UK and Scottish governments. Orkney, a remote archipelago located in the North Sea off
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The European Union and the United Kingdom are collaborating to establish comprehensive regulatory frameworks for cryptoassets. One such regulation is the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which was officially published in the European Union’s Official Journal on
It was an honour to lead last week’s excellent debate on the future of BBC local radio. There is, quite simply, strong belief across the House that the BBC is taking the ‘local’ out of local radio. Local radio is very close
Every day 250 people begin to lose their sight with a shocking 21 people a week losing their vision due to a preventable cause. We should all be asking the question – Why are so many people needlessly going blind? Huge backlogs,
On the 17th of May I had the privilege of hosting a Westminster Hall debate on the future of stoma care, to bring attention to the difficulties and challenges facing those living with stomas. For the unfamiliar, a stoma is an opening
People who witness traumatic incidents including terror attacks will be offered similar support to bereaved families, the government has confirmed. Those hit by crimes like the Manchester Arena bomb would be helped, as would children in the wider community, the Ministry of
Boris Johnson was forced to resign last summer after a succession of scandals, foremost among which were parties in Downing Street during the confinements imposed due to the pandemic. New accusations against Boris Johnson, suspicions of cabal, threats of lawsuits the “partygate”
Despite the Conservative Government’s pledge to reduce migration to Britain, net arrivals are at an all-time high, with the increase driven by people from outside the European Union, Ukraine and Hong Kong, according to data released Thursday. Some 1.2million people arrived in
This week marked the 11th annual National Numeracy Day, an important day earmarked to championing everyday maths. Its purpose is to inspire everyone, regardless of age, gender or socio economic background, to possess the confidence and skills to competently understand numbers and
The average UK wage of a bin man (same as a garbage man or a garbage collector) in the UK in 2025 might be subject to the geographical position and the experience, and the company. The middle compensation of the annual employee
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has confirmed the government is watering down its EU Retained Law Bill – the Bill designed to remove near 4,000 EU laws by the end of the year. Following media speculation, Ms Badenoch issued a Ministerial Statement
Death arrives. It comes to us all, yet we live our lives as if we somehow have the ticket to immortality. Fear is a powerful emotion, driving us to try desperately to regain control. Yet control is an illusion. No one calls
Dean Russell, Member of Parliament for Watford, said: “The Coronation will be an absolute historic moment in our lives. A time to reflect on our history as we celebrate within our communities and look towards our future with a new Monarch. Even
Tomorrow will see the crowning of the UK’s new King, Charles III, a once in a lifetime event, but what should we expect from this major state event, which combines ancient ceremony, a religious service and is the fulfilment of the British
The Italian government announced in early April its intention to impose heavy fines on people who damage monuments or cultural sites. Sanctions that target environmental activists, very present in the news. Climate protesters risk fines of up to 60,000 euros for damaging
It is an exciting time for the Green Party of England and Wales. This year’s local elections are a crucial step for the Greens as we look to not only defend hundreds of seats across the country but continue our unprecedented growth,
The Labour Party has stepped up its attacks on what it claims to be the failure of the Conservative Government to stop 40,874 days’ worth of raw sewage to be dumped into coastal constituencies. Making the case Labour have released a damming
An overwhelming cry for help from refugees entering Britain has resulted in the UK government implementing a comprehensive refugee plan. The United Kingdom has recently announced its new plan for helping refugees, which has sparked a lot of debate and discussion across
“Fighting crime is a Labour cause” says Keir Starmer as he launches Labour’s second national mission, declaring tackling crime as “the unfinished business in my life’s work to deliver justice for working people”, by staff reporter Building on his pledge that the
The 32 page Bill is a detailed and comprehensive attempt to protect the public against air pollution, which is one of the biggest public health hazards of our time and is responsible for tens of thousands of premature deaths in the UK.. It’s
At its heart, this contest is about who is best equipped and who has the best plan to achieve independence. It’s about the future of Scotland, the kind of country that we want to be. The next leader of the SNP party
The purpose of the Bill is to establish the statutory Office of the Whistleblower to protect whlstleblowers and whistleblowing. It defines whistleblowing in law and in the form of the Office creates a whistleblowing champion. It sets mandatory minimum standards for policies,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – It is illegal to threaten someone in the UK. Threatening someone with physical harm, violence, or other types of harm is a criminal offense and is punishable under the law. Threats can be made in person, over
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps on the social media. It has over 1 billion active users and is available on both Android and iOS devices. This app is a great way to stay
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – As the world becomes increasingly digital, it is no surprise that our workplaces are changing too. With more people working remotely, the need for toilets has increased. In the UK, it is illegal to refuse someone the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Daffodils are a symbol of spring in the UK, and many people consider them to be national flowers. However, there is some confusion about whether or not it is illegal to pick daffodils in the UK. It
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Child support is a legal obligation in the United Kingdom that obliges one parent to financially support their children. Child support is usually assessed based on the income of the parent who is not providing the care
