January 22, 2025

The UK Parliament debated the money resolution for the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, focusing on the financial implications of potential assisted dying legislation. The government tabled the resolution to allow the Bill to progress to the Public…

Dr Kieran Mullan raised concerns about the delay in the New Hospital Programme, highlighting that his constituents in Bexhill and Battle will not see the promised hospital improvements until 2039 at the earliest. The debate saw MPs from various parties…

In a lively parliamentary session, the Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray, paid tribute to football legend Denis Law and celebrated upcoming events like Burns Day and Holocaust Memorial Day. He highlighted efforts to strengthen the Union, including bringing…

The chairman of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Marcus Bokkerink, resigned, and Doug Gurr has been appointed as the interim chair for up to 18 months. The government aims to steer the CMA towards promoting economic growth, emphasizing the…

The Bank Resolution (Recapitalisation) Bill aims to enhance the UK’s bank resolution regime by providing the Bank of England with more flexibility to manage the failure of smaller banks. It introduces a new recapitalisation mechanism to prevent taxpayer costs during…

In a gripping parliamentary session, Dr Marie Tidball passionately called for urgent reform of the presumption of parental involvement in child arrangements, highlighting tragic cases like that of Jack and Paul Sykes, who died during a court-ordered visit with their…

Migrant care workers face severe exploitation due to the UK’s visa system, which ties them to their employers, leaving them vulnerable to poor working conditions and threats of deportation. MPs debated the introduction of a certificate of common sponsorship to…

The UK government has intensified its monitoring of Russian maritime activities, deploying HMS Somerset and HMS Tyne to track the Russian spy ship Yantar in British waters. Defence Secretary John Healey has adjusted Royal Navy engagement rules to closely surveil…

Ms Julie Minns introduced a Bill aimed at enhancing voting accessibility for blind and partially sighted individuals, highlighting the persistent barriers they face at polling stations. The Bill proposes mandatory audio and tactile voting aids to ensure blind voters can…

Parliament swiftly approved new regulations establishing combined county authorities in Devon and Torbay, Greater Lincolnshire, Hull and East Yorkshire, and Lancashire. These new authorities aim to enhance local governance and regional development. The decisions were made without debate, showcasing a…

David Smith passionately argued for better public services in rural areas, highlighting the need for improved transport, education, healthcare, and digital connectivity in places like North Northumberland. Several MPs shared similar concerns about their constituencies, emphasizing the challenges of poor…

The parliamentary session focused on the future of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme, which supports the maintenance of historic religious buildings across the UK. MPs from various parties urged the government to extend the scheme beyond its March…

The parliamentary session focused on the critical issue of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), highlighting the systemic failures and urgent need for reform in supporting children with special educational needs. MPs expressed frustration over long waiting times, inconsistent local…

The government is pushing forward with new regulations to boost the heat networks market, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and lower heating bills. These draft regulations will introduce a regulatory framework to ensure fair treatment for the 470,000 households currently…