Women’s representation in local government ‘stuck in the past’ says new Fawcett Society research
In the centenary of women's suffrage, 97% of English councils remain male dominated...
Monday, 10 September 2018 00:01
Police forced to lock up children due to lack of alternatives
The London Assembly Police and Crime Committee has called on the Mayor and borough councils to urgently work together to provide suitable accommodation suitable for children detained in the capital...
Monday, 10 September 2018 00:01
Shelter responds to Nationwide Foundation review of private renting
Shelter's has published its reponse to Nationwide Foundation and Univeristy of York's review of the private rented sector, which calls for property MOTs for private rented homes...
Monday, 10 September 2018 00:01
Brokenshire warns building owners to replace unsafe cladding or face action
The owners of private buildings with unsafe ACM cladding have been told they must remove it or face enforcement action...
Monday, 10 September 2018 00:01
Home ownership now little more than a pipe dream for public sector workers, says Unison research
Owning a home has become virtually impossible for many public sector workers across Britain, according to research published today by UNISON...
Sunday, 9 September 2018 16:33
Justice Secretary announces victim compensation scheme review, scraps unfair rule
The Justice Secretary has today announced a full review of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme to ensure it reflects the changing nature of crime and can better support victims...
Sunday, 9 September 2018 16:03
Green number plates for clean vehicles - Consultation to ask for views on promotion of ultra-low emission vehicles
Clean cars, vans, and taxis could be equipped with green number plates under new plans to promote awareness of ultra-low emission vehicles...
Sunday, 9 September 2018 15:57
Foreign Secretary: Message for Rosh Hashanah
The Foreign Secretary sends warm wishes to the Jewish community as they prepare to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year....
Sunday, 9 September 2018 15:48
Home Office proposes extending stop and search powers
Police will be able to stop and search people they suspect of carrying a corrosive substance in public places, under Home Office proposals published in a consultation today...
Sunday, 9 September 2018 15:41
Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Bill: Amendments to be moved at report stage in the Commons as at Sep 9
Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Bill: Amendments to be moved at report stage in the Commons as at Sep 9...
Sunday, 9 September 2018 10:21