UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – YouGov poll shows 68% of Britons want cheaper household energy, while only 21% prioritize reducing carbon emissions as a top concern. As reported by The Telegraph, a recent poll finds the public considers cheaper energy bills more
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street insists government won’t comment on BBC’s ongoing legal dispute with US President Donald Trump, leaving the matter to the broadcaster. As reported by The Independent, Number 10 declined to comment on the ongoing BBC–Trump row
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has rejected efforts to list Shepherd’s Bush Market as an asset of community value, disappointing local campaigners.
UK High Court rejects Epping council’s bid to block asylum seekers from Bell Hotel, citing lack of evidence and limited planning harm.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says wrongful prisoner releases have increased and calls the situation “completely unacceptable,” pledging government action. As reported by Sky News, Lisa Nandy said the government is “gripping” the prison crisis, calling the rise
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour ends further LTN probes, leaving councils to manage schemes amid evidence gaps and growing concerns over local disruption. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour has abandoned further investigations into the impact of low traffic neighbourhoods on
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK plant importers warn Kent border delays and damage at Sevington could raise EU delivery costs and halt shipments. As reported by The Guardian, plant importers said ongoing delays and damaged shipments at a Kent border post
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick criticises Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy over the mishandling of two prisoners mistakenly freed from Wandsworth. As reported by The Independent, Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick warned David Lammy to “get a
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents in Havering fear longer hours at a Gidea Park pub could lead to more crime and disorder, citing past street fights linked to late-night drinking. The Drill, located on Brentwood Road, has requested to have its
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain deports an Iranian man for the second time after a small boat crossing, raising concerns over the challenges of controlling illegal migrant arrivals. As reported by The Independent, the British government has deported an Iranian man
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says Britain faces major economic challenges and government will act responsibly to protect long-term growth. As reported by The Independent, Cabinet Minister Bridget Phillipson has reaffirmed her stance after the chancellor issued a
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents of a new Croydon apartment block forced out by damp and mould are urging the council to support their fight for justice and safe living conditions. Marketed as a luxury development, The Fold has left Croydon
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Children from Acton, Ealing, displayed creative artworks at a special Black History Month event hosted by Descendants to celebrate culture and heritage. Margaret Noel, president of Descendants, asked Councillor Gary Malcolm, the leader of the Ealing Liberal
Pregnant British teen Bella May Culley freed from Georgian prison after plea deal in drug case; served six months and paid £140,000 fine.
Alexander rules out airport-style scanners
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United Kingdom (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A critically endangered wolf spider, Aulonia albimana, thought extinct in the UK for 40 years, has been rediscovered at the Newtown National Nature Reserve on the Isle of Wight. The discovery brings hope for conservation and
United Kingdom (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A letting agent has issued an apology to Miss Reeves after failing to apply for her rental license, raising concerns about compliance with licensing laws in the UK. The incident highlights ongoing issues around regulatory adherence
United Kingdom (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Thousands of UK households on means-tested benefits with energy debts over £100 accrued between April 2022 and March 2024 could have up to £500 million of debt cancelled under a new relief scheme announced by Ofgem.
Virgin (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Virgin Trains has been granted regulatory approval to challenge Eurostar’s 30-year monopoly on passenger services through the Channel Tunnel by gaining access to the critical Temple Mills maintenance depot in east London. Virgin plans to launch competing
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Eastern Airways has suspended operations and filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator, placing hundreds of jobs at risk and cancelling all flights across its UK network. The regional airline, facing significant financial losses amid
England (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Families across England and Wales are set to receive official letters confirming a £150 Warm Home Discount on their energy bills this winter, with the government expanding the scheme to cover 6 million households, but recipients are
New York (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UN Security Council heard that UK-made weapons are used by Sudan’s RSF, accused of genocide, raising serious concerns over UK arms exports. As reported by The Guardian, UN Security Council documents show British military gear
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Civil Service urges applicants to use ChatGPT for CVs and job applications but warns against false claims or sharing sensitive information. As reported by The Telegraph, civil servants are being urged to use ChatGPT to draft
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