February 13, 2025

In a heated parliamentary session, Conservative MP Jesse Norman criticized the government’s economic policies, highlighting downgraded growth forecasts and the lack of fiscal headroom amidst global economic challenges. Norman also pointed out contradictions in the Attorney General’s legal stance and…

The government is taking bold steps to revitalize the film industry by launching Skills England to address the long-ignored skills shortage and fill the 49,000 vacancies in the creative sector. Lisa Nandy, the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and…

The UK Parliament discussed various transport issues, focusing on electric vehicles, local road conditions, bus services, and rail performance. The government highlighted its support for electric vehicles through tax incentives and infrastructure funding, noting a significant increase in EV sales….

In a crucial parliamentary session, the UK reaffirmed its strong support for Ukraine, pledging £4.5 billion in military aid this year, with an additional £150 million recently announced for drones, tanks, and missiles. Amidst concerns over potential US withdrawal from…

Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst passionately argued in Parliament for reforming private family law hearings, highlighting the emotional toll on children during divorce and the shortcomings of the current system. He proposed that child arrangement orders should be handled by specialist judges…

The Paymaster General, Nick Thomas-Symonds, updated Parliament on the infected blood scandal, announcing the laying of the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme Regulations 2025 to expand compensation to affected individuals like partners and family members. He highlighted the establishment of the…

Labour MP Navendu Mishra apologised in Parliament for not declaring two interests related to India when asking government questions, admitting it was a mistake. In a separate matter, Pat McFadden introduced a new bill that would allow Roman Catholics to…

During the parliamentary session on LGBT+ History Month, MPs celebrated the strides made in equality and rights for the community, reflecting on past challenges like section 28 and the AIDS crisis. The Minister for Equalities highlighted ongoing government commitments, including…

Bambos Charalambous presented a petition urging the government to extend free Respiratory Syncytial Virus and shingles vaccines to those over 80, highlighting the severe health risks these illnesses pose. The current age limit of 80 for vaccine eligibility is seen…

During the parliamentary session on HIV Testing Week, members discussed the importance of increasing HIV testing to meet the goal of ending new HIV transmissions by 2030. The Prime Minister taking an HIV test publicly was highlighted as a significant…

Jim Shannon led a passionate debate on preventing cardiovascular disease, emphasizing the urgent need for action as CVD remains a leading cause of premature death and significant NHS costs. MPs across parties shared personal stories and local data, highlighting the…