April 02, 2025

In a heated parliamentary session, Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government’s economic policies against Conservative attacks, highlighting Labour’s commitment to the triple lock pension increase and efforts to stabilize the economy after alleged Conservative mismanagement. The session also addressed…

The UK and Mauritius are close to finalising an agreement on the future of the Chagos Archipelago, aiming to protect the operations of the joint UK-US military base on Diego Garcia. Opposition MPs criticized the deal, questioning the financial costs…

The UK government expressed deep concern over Israel’s expansion of military operations in Gaza, urging all parties to return to ceasefire negotiations and comply with international humanitarian law. The Minister highlighted the dire humanitarian situation, condemning the blockade of aid…

The UK Parliament debated and approved the Infrastructure Planning (Onshore Wind and Solar Generation) Order 2025, which aims to boost renewable energy by reintroducing onshore wind projects into the nationally significant infrastructure project regime and raising the solar project threshold…

The UK Parliament debated the impact of switching from analogue to digital landlines on rural communities, highlighting concerns about the reliability of digital services during power outages and storms. MPs emphasized the risks to vulnerable groups, such as the elderly…

The Labour Government has announced a £37 million investment to establish nurseries in 300 primary schools, aiming to create 6,000 new childcare places by September 2025. This initiative is part of a broader plan to deliver 3,000 school-based nurseries, enhancing…

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn, discussed the UK’s new industrial strategy with the Northern Ireland Executive, emphasizing economic growth and collaboration with local businesses and institutions. Key projects like the revival of Harland and Wolff and…

In a heated parliamentary session, Labour MP Sam Carling accused Nigel Farage of breaching the behaviour code by not informing him of a visit to his constituency, sparking a debate on protocol. The tension escalated when Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty…

The UK Parliament has approved new regulations allowing standard category B driving licence holders to drive zero-emission vehicles up to 4.25 tonnes without additional training, aiming to boost the transition to cleaner transport. The move, supported by a vote of…

In a heated parliamentary session, David Davis criticized a Northern Ireland coroner’s ruling that deemed the SAS’s use of lethal force during a 1992 incident at Clonoe as unlawful, arguing it ignored critical facts and placed soldiers at unfair risk…

Mr Speaker shared his recent trip to Ukraine, where he joined European counterparts at a memorial for the Bucha massacre’s third anniversary. He delivered a speech at the Bucha summit, opened by President Zelensky, and conveyed solidarity messages from the…

Andrew Pakes introduced a Bill to establish co-operative housing tenure, emphasizing the transformative power of co-operatives like Coin Street, which not only provide homes but also foster community development and resident empowerment. He highlighted the government’s new funding for community-led…

The government is updating the compensation amounts for whiplash injuries to account for inflation, with the new rates set to apply from May 31, 2025. This adjustment, recommended by the Lord Chancellor, aims to ensure that victims of road traffic…

Parliament swiftly approved new regulations granting Cornwall, East Midlands, and York and North Yorkshire the power to manage adult education, enhancing local control over learning programs. These changes, proposed by Gerald Jones, were quickly passed without debate, marking a significant…

Alicia Kearns passionately defends Rutland’s ancient ceremonial county status, threatened by government reforms, with over 7,141 residents signing a heartfelt petition to preserve their historic identity. Jake Richards fiercely criticizes Yorkshire Water for imposing a sudden £47 retrospective charge on…

In a decisive vote, the UK Parliament overwhelmingly approved the draft Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2025. The vote saw 349 MPs supporting the regulations, with only 14 opposing. This new law aims to…

MPs from various parties united in a Westminster Hall debate to address the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of workplace harassment, discrimination, and abuse. They highlighted how NDAs silence victims, particularly low-income workers and women, and called for…

UK universities are in a severe financial crisis, with nearly three quarters projected to be in deficit by 2025-26, leading to over 5,000 announced job cuts and more expected. Factors contributing to this crisis include inadequate tuition fees, rising operational…

The Irish Guards celebrated their 125th anniversary, marking their formation in 1900 as a tribute to the bravery of Irish soldiers during the Boer War. Parliament honored the regiment’s distinguished service across two world wars, numerous conflicts, and ceremonial duties,…

In a passionate debate, MPs from various regions criticized the current Green Book framework for unfairly favoring London and the south-east, arguing it perpetuates regional inequalities by prioritizing short-term economic returns over long-term benefits and needs of less affluent areas….

Residents of Westmorland and Lonsdale are rallying to save Kendal Post Office from potential closure, emphasizing its crucial role in the community. The government has not finalized any decisions on the future of directly managed branches like Kendal, but assures…

During the Second Reading of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, Joe Powell emphasized the need to address the capacity crisis in planning departments to speed up housing delivery, questioning if the proposed planning fee reform could support the recruitment of…