April 08, 2025

The UK Parliament discussed the impact of EU tariffs on Northern Ireland’s economy due to the US-EU trade tensions. Secretary of State Hilary Benn explained that Northern Ireland faces the same US tariffs as the rest of the UK, but…

The government is taking decisive action against child sexual abuse, with the grooming gangs taskforce leading to over 1,100 arrests in the past year and a half. New measures include a child sexual abuse police performance framework, legislation targeting online…

MPs passionately debated the critical funding crisis facing hospices, emphasizing their indispensable role in providing end-of-life care and easing the burden on the NHS. Joy Morrissey and others urged the government to reconsider the national insurance hike’s impact on hospices,…

Fly-tipping has surged across the West Midlands, with over 1.15 million incidents reported in England last year, severely affecting communities and costing the economy £1 billion. In Birmingham, a prolonged bin strike has exacerbated the problem, leading to a public…

Court waiting times in Kent have reached crisis levels, with Maidstone Crown Court facing a staggering 2,367 outstanding cases, highlighting a severe backlog that’s leaving victims and defendants in limbo. MPs are urgently calling for solutions, including redistributing cases to…

The Treasury is aggressively tackling tax evasion with a package expected to raise £7.5 billion annually by 2029-30, aiming to fund public services and combat child poverty. Economic growth is being prioritized through a £113 billion boost in capital spending,…

The government has made significant strides in addressing the Post Office Horizon scandal, increasing redress payments by over three and a half times and compensating more than 6,200 victims. They’ve launched new compensation schemes and are negotiating with Fujitsu to…

The Crime and Policing Bill session focused on combatting cuckooing and online child sexual exploitation. MPs debated and supported new offences that criminalize controlling another’s home for illegal activities and the use of AI to create child sexual abuse material….

The parliamentary session focused on the Crime and Policing Bill, particularly discussing amendments and clauses related to child sexual abuse and exploitation. Key discussions included the introduction of a mandatory duty to report suspected child sex offences, with specific exemptions…

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, addressed the House on the global financial situation, emphasizing the impact of US tariffs and the government’s commitment to supporting British families and businesses. Reeves outlined ongoing negotiations with the US and other…

The Defence Committee presented a report on the armed forces covenant, highlighting its inconsistent application and calling for its full enshrinement in law. The report detailed numerous stories from service members who felt the covenant was ineffective, often disregarded, and…

Ms Polly Billington proposed a Bill to mandate energy companies to offer social tariffs for low-income customers, highlighting the urgent need amid rising energy costs. She emphasized that such a tariff would protect vulnerable households from fuel poverty and support…

Parliament debated the merits of awarding a posthumous Victoria Cross to WWII hero Blair Mayne for his extraordinary bravery. MPs recounted Mayne’s heroic actions, including a daring rescue under heavy fire, and argued that a clerical error may have denied…

MPs discussed a range of local and national issues before the Easter recess. Key topics included improving transport accessibility, addressing the Middle East conflict, tackling homelessness, and celebrating community initiatives. Bob Blackman highlighted his efforts for step-free access at Stanmore…

Christians around the world face severe persecution, including murder, imprisonment, and forced displacement, with nearly 4,500 killed for their faith last year alone. The UK Parliament debated the urgent need to address this issue, highlighting specific cases in countries like…

In a heartfelt parliamentary debate, Sarah Hall highlighted the severe impact of congenital hyperinsulinism (CHI) on families, using the story of her constituents, Joanne and Gavin, and their daughter Ibbie, to illustrate the challenges. CHI, a rare condition causing dangerously…

The UK Parliament discussed the impending switch-off of the radio teleswitch service (RTS) in Scotland, set for June 30, which has raised concerns about the readiness of energy companies and Ofgem. The debate focused on the urgent need to replace…

Jonathan Reynolds highlighted the strong £315 billion trade relationship between the UK and the US, which supports 2.5 million jobs. He noted this is second only to the UK’s trade with the EU, now valued at £813 billion.