January 08, 2025

In a heated parliamentary session, the Secretary of State defended the government’s record on research and development funding, while facing criticism over the cancellation of a proposed Mathematical Sciences Academy. The debate on AI and copyright in the creative industries…

David Davis raised serious concerns in Parliament about the conviction of Lucy Letby, questioning the reliability of the medical and statistical evidence used against her. He highlighted potential miscarriages of justice and suggested that the neonatal unit’s inadequate resources and…

Lee Anderson sparked a lively debate on antisocial behavior in social housing, lamenting the decline from the standards set by the 1940s Attlee Government. MPs from various parties agreed on the urgency of the issue, with some advocating for immediate…

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill aims to improve child safety and education across England, introducing measures such as mandatory breakfast clubs in primary schools and limits on branded school uniforms to ease financial burdens on families. It also seeks…

MPs debated the critical need to enhance transport links between Scotland and the rest of the UK, focusing on roads, railways, and ferry services. John Lamont highlighted the disappointing decision by the Labour Government to halt the feasibility study for…

The government aims to streamline imports with a new risk-based model, reducing red tape while protecting public, plant, and animal health. The draft regulations allow for digital import documentation and flexible border controls, supported by both the government and opposition….

Rupert Lowe proposed a Bill to ban quantitative easing, arguing it allows governments to debase currency, a practice historically used by leaders to fund wars and overspending. He cited examples like Weimar Germany and Henry VIII’s England to illustrate the…

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill has been fast-tracked in Parliament with tight deadlines set for its review and approval. The Bill will be scrutinized by a Public Bill Committee, which must conclude its work by February 11. Further proceedings…

Parliament approved funding for the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, allowing government departments to spend money on initiatives outlined in the Act. This financial authorization will cover expenditures by the Secretary of State and any increased costs linked to other…

Parliament approved several financial regulations, including amendments to the Financial Services and Markets Act and new Short Selling Regulations. A vote on electricity capacity mechanism changes was deferred. Nadia Whittome raised a point of order after being interrupted by Nigel…

Over 4,000 residents from Shipston-on-Stour are rallying to save the in-patient beds at Ellen Badger Hospital, emphasizing the critical need for healthcare in rural areas. Manuela Perteghella presented their petition in Parliament, urging the Coventry and Warwickshire integrated care board…

In a parliamentary debate on decarbonising homes, Deirdre Costigan highlighted the alarming rise in gas bills and the UK’s heavy reliance on Russian gas, urging a shift to renewable energy sources. She praised the government’s initiatives like Great British Energy…

In a passionate parliamentary debate, MP Clive Jones highlighted the severe financial burdens faced by families of children and young people with cancer, emphasizing the immediate and ongoing costs that current welfare systems fail to adequately address. Jones and other…

In a passionate Westminster Hall debate, Tom Hayes MP of Bournemouth East highlighted the critical need for better playground facilities, stressing their importance for child development and community cohesion. Hayes shared insights from his constituents, emphasizing playgrounds as essential spaces…