March 06, 2025

The session outlined the upcoming parliamentary business for the weeks of 10 March and 17 March, including the Second Reading of the Crime and Policing Bill and debates on farming and mental health support. MPs raised various local and national…

The UK government is set to transform the North Sea into a global clean energy powerhouse, leveraging its unique strengths like offshore infrastructure and skilled workforce. Minister Sarah Jones emphasized a shift from oil and gas, acknowledging the basin’s natural…

MPs have raised alarms about loopholes in political funding laws that allow foreign and corrupt money to influence UK politics, undermining democracy and national security. There is a strong call for the government to close these loopholes by tightening donation…

MPs gathered to discuss the urgent need for better financial sustainability and governance in English football, highlighting issues like unsustainable finances and poor management that have led many clubs to the brink of collapse. They stressed the importance of football…

The parliamentary session focused on the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill, specifically debating Clause 18 which aims to criminalize endangering lives during sea crossings to the UK. Amendments were proposed to increase penalties for such offences to up to…

The Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill session focused on new powers for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to combat fraud and error in social security benefits. Discussions revolved around Clause 72, which allows DWP officers to…

The parliamentary session focused on the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill, discussing clauses related to electronic device searches, data sharing, and biometric information collection. MPs debated the powers to search and seize devices from irregular entrants suspected of immigration…

Dr Caroline Johnson challenged the accuracy of a letter from the Minister for Data Protection and Telecoms about how passports verify sex, claiming it could mislead the public. She raised this during a parliamentary session, seeking to correct the record….

In a heated session on the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill, MPs debated crucial safeguards and oversight measures to prevent unfair penalties and protect vulnerable individuals. The discussion focused on procedural rights, the role of authorized officers, and…

The UK Parliament debated the effectiveness of the emergency alert system, highlighting its crucial role in life-threatening situations and the need to protect vulnerable groups like domestic abuse survivors. Discussions also focused on enhancing cyber-security across local governments and national…

A beloved colleague, Peter Hipkins, passed away after 52 years of dedicated service to the House of Commons. Known for his crucial role in ensuring timely paper deliveries and his previous work as an attendant, Peter was respected by all…

On International Women’s Day, MPs passionately discussed the ongoing struggle for women’s rights and safety, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges. Dawn Butler emphasized the alarming rate of femicide and the need for urgent action to prevent violence against women….

Residents of Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire are outraged over a massive 1,900-acre solar farm project, East Park Energy, which they fear will ruin their lives and destroy valuable farmland. The proposed site, larger than Gatwick Airport, will see 700,000 photovoltaic panels…

Parliament debated the untapped potential of deep geothermal energy in the UK, highlighting its ability to provide stable, renewable heat and power, particularly crucial for decarbonizing heating in homes and public buildings. MPs stressed the need for government support and…

Unacceptable ambulance response times across the UK are leaving patients in agony and costing lives, with tragic personal stories highlighting systemic failures. The debate revealed a critical need for more resources and better planning, particularly in rural areas where response…