February 03, 2025

AstraZeneca’s decision to pull a £450 million investment from a Liverpool flu vaccine facility has sparked a heated parliamentary debate. The government insists the deal fell through due to AstraZeneca’s reduced research and development commitment, while opposition MPs argue it…

Greg Smith, MP for Mid Buckinghamshire, passionately criticized the government’s energy infrastructure proposals, arguing they threaten rural communities and food security. He highlighted the detrimental impact of projects like solar farms and battery storage sites on valuable farmland, suggesting nuclear…

The parliamentary session focused on the Department for Work and Pensions’ efforts to boost economic growth through jobcentres and support vulnerable groups. Ministers outlined plans to reform jobcentres to better serve businesses and local labour markets, and emphasized the importance…

The Minister for School Standards announced significant reforms to enhance school accountability and improve educational outcomes, emphasizing early intervention with new RISE teams and a shift from single-word Ofsted judgments to detailed report cards. Amidst these reforms, the session opened…

The government introduced the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill to Parliament, aiming to crack down on the £55 billion annual fraud against public services. The Bill proposes empowering the Department for Work and Pensions with new anti-fraud measures…

Conservative MPs Wendy Morton and Caroline Johnson expressed frustration over the government’s slow response to their inquiries, with delays ranging from 65 to 130 days. They raised concerns about unanswered letters on various issues, including budgetary matters and constituent problems….

The Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill has been set on a tight schedule, with all proceedings in the Public Bill Committee to be concluded by March 20, 2025. The committee will meet twice on its first day. Further,…

Parliament passed a crucial bill allowing government funds to be used for tackling fraud and errors in public authorities. The bill authorizes payments for expenses incurred by ministers and government departments. This move aims to enhance accountability and efficiency in…

Parliament swiftly approved new gambling regulations and a gambling levy for 2025, aiming to tighten control over betting operations. They also passed amendments to overseas entities and new waste separation rules in England, showing a commitment to transparency and environmental…

Parents of seriously ill children face a tough choice between caring for their child and maintaining their job, a dilemma highlighted by Christina Harris, who launched a petition for career breaks that gathered over 100,000 signatures. During the parliamentary session,…

The UK Parliament debated major updates to clinical trial regulations, aiming to streamline processes and boost innovation in medical research. The changes promise quicker access to new treatments for millions affected by rare and long-term conditions. Despite concerns about recent…