January 27, 2025

In a heated parliamentary session, MPs debated critical issues in education, focusing on free school meals, the funding of sixth-form colleges, and the need for more inclusive SEND provision. The Education Secretary committed to reviewing policies but faced criticism for…

The UK government has committed to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP, a target to be detailed in an upcoming spring announcement alongside a strategic defence review. Amidst political debates, the opposition criticized delays and tax policies affecting armed…

The creative industries contribute significantly to the UK economy, generating £125 billion and employing over 2.4 million people. MPs emphasized the need for continued government support and highlighted the sector’s growth potential despite challenges like funding cuts and the rise…

The UK Parliament’s Committee debated the Draft Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme (Amendment) Order 2025, which aims to refine the existing emissions trading system to better manage the allocation of free allowances and enhance operational fairness. Shadow Minister Nick Timothy…

MP Lewis Cocking challenged the government’s claim of a ‘bottom-up’ approach to local government restructuring, highlighting contradictory statements from the Minister for Local Government. Cocking pointed out that while the minister claimed no areas were being forced to reorganise, written…

Today, Mr Speaker commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the 80th anniversary of the Holocaust. He emphasized the importance of remembering the 6 million Jewish victims and millions of others killed during Nazi persecution, as well as victims of more recent…

Storm Éowyn, the worst storm to hit the UK in over a decade, caused widespread devastation, particularly in Northern Ireland and Scotland, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and resulting in tragic fatalities. The UK government, in close coordination with…

In a passionate parliamentary debate, MPs highlighted the critical role of speech and language therapy in transforming lives, emphasizing its importance for both children and adults struggling with communication. The discussion underscored the severe shortage of therapists and the long…