Anti-Trump Labour Member of Parliament David Lammy is reportedly floating a run for London Mayor.
Anti-Trump former Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy is allegedly planning to run for London Mayor if current Mayor Sadiq Khan stands down. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Anti-Trump Labour Member of Parliament (MP) David Lammy is reportedly floating a run for London Mayor. DETAIL: On Thursday, it was reported that David Lammy, the former Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary under former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is considering a run for London Mayor. This follows reports earlier this month that Lammy could seek the Labour Party nomination if the incumbent, Sadiq Khan, stands down before the next mayoral election. Lammy allegedly hosted a SME4Labour (Small and Medium Enterprises for Labour) fundraising dinner on Wednesday night…Open
A new poll highlights public concerns over crime and cultural shifts in London, with many Britons believing parts of the city are dominated by Sharia law.
A new poll highlights public concerns over crime and cultural shifts in London, with many Britons believing parts of the city are dominated by Sharia law . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: More than a third of Britons believe London has “no-go zones ” where Sharia law dominates, according to a new poll examining public perceptions of the capital. The YouGov survey of more than 2,000 British adults found that 34 percent believed there are areas of London where non-Muslims are unable to enter, while 36 percent disagreed and roughly one in five said they did not know. DETAIL: The poll was conducted for a King’s College London study which examined public perceptions of crime, religion, and social conditions in the city. The findings come…Open
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has hinted at a potential 2028 re-election bid, despite most Londoners wanting him to resign and believing that the British capital has become a worse place to live since he entered office.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has hinted at a potential 2028 re-election bid, despite most Londoners wanting him to resign and believing that the British capital has become a worse place to live since he entered office. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has endorsed Lord Sadiq Khan for a fourth term as Mayor of London, despite a majority of Londoners believing he should not continue in office. DETAIL: Khan has signaled that he will decide whether to stand for a fourth term next year. The next London mayoral election is scheduled for 2028. “Sadiq is a really exceptional politician, a real leader, and absolutely, I’d love him to stay here as long as he wants, and I would certainly be behind him,” the Prime…Open
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London for Britain's ruling Labour Party and longtime enemy of President Donald J. Trump, has been convicted for failing to pay vehicle tax.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been convicted and fined over an untaxed vehicle, following a case brought forward by Britain’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London for Britain’s ruling Labour Party and longtime enemy of President Donald J. Trump, has been convicted for failing to pay vehicle tax. DETAIL: Khan was convicted for failing to tax a 24-year-old Nissan Micra. The prosecution stemmed from official records showing Khan’s name and date of birth associated with the vehicle. The Mayor of London was found guilty by a magistrate last month. He was ordered to pay a fine of £220, as well as £85 in costs, and to settle a £35.84 bill in unpaid tax. Letters about the…Open
Despite increased security measures, London's Notting Hill Carnival saw significant criminal activity, including assaults and knife incidents.
Despite increased security measures, London’s Notting Hill Carnival is once again seeing significant criminal activity, including assaults and stabbings . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: London’s Notting Hill Carnival recorded 169 arrests during the first full day of this year’s two-day celebration, despite a major security operation aimed at reducing crime. The Metropolitan Police deployed around 7,000 officers, barred 330 people from attending, and confiscated dozens of so-called zombie knives . DETAIL: Authorities said the arrests involved drug and weapons possession, assaults, including attacks on emergency personnel, and sexual offenses. Two separate knife attacks left victims with injuries to their hand and leg, respectively.…Open
Most Londoners do not want Sadiq Khan to seek another term as Mayor of London, according to a new poll.
Polling data has revealed that most Londoners want Mayor Sadiq Khan to stand down ahead of the next election , citing failure across a wide range of policy areas. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Most Londoners do not want Sadiq Khan to seek another term as Mayor of London, according to polling data. DETAIL: According to a poll conducted by YouGov, 56 percent of Londoners think Khan should step down as Mayor ahead of the 2028 mayoral election. This includes 31 percent of people who voted for Khan at the last mayoral election in 2024. The poll also revealed that 55 percent of Londoners believe that London has become a worse place to live since Khan became Mayor back in 2016. Sixty-six percent of Londoners believe that Khan has handled housing…Open
Labour Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan has been elevated to Britain's House of Lords by outgoing Labour Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has been appointed to the House of Lords, the upper house in Britain’s Houses of Parliament, as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer prepares for his departure from office. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Labour Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan has been elevated to Britain’s House of Lords by outgoing Labour Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. DETAIL: On Thursday, it was announced that London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been granted a peerage by Prime Minister Starmer. Khan is among the 26 new appointees to the House of Lords, the unelected upper house of the Houses of Parliament, recommended by the outgoing Prime Minister. It is customary for outgoing Prime Ministers to elevate a select number of individuals to the House of…Open
Two 17-year-olds were found guilty of arson with intent to endanger life after attacking a packed restaurant with machetes and petrol, causing severe injuries to multiple victims.
Two 17-year-olds were found guilty of arson with intent to endanger life after storming a packed restaurant armed with machetes and gasoline, causing severe injuries to multiple victims. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Two teenagers, armed with machetes , stormed the Indian Aroma restaurant in London , England, dousing the premises and diners with gasoline before setting them alight. The attack caused a fireball that left two people critically injured and several others with severe burns. DETAIL: The teenagers, whose identities have been protected by the courts due to their age, were found guilty at the Old Bailey of arson with intent to endanger life and possession of an offensive weapon following a seven-week trial. The court heard that…Open
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK in the United Kingdom, criticized presumptive Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plans for increased devolution, arguing it won't solve key national issues.
Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has criticized “Open Borders Andy” Burnham, the likely next Prime Minister, following a flagship speech on Monday. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Nigel Farage , leader of the Reform UK party, criticized presumptive Prime Minister Andy Burnham for his plans to increase devolution , arguing it won’t solve key national issues. Burnham outlined his ten-year plan for Britain in a speech on Monday, ahead of his expected rise to replace the outgoing Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. KEY QUOTE: “What the country wants is immediate action. And I tell you what, they’re not going to get it from Mr. Burnham or, should I say, Open Borders Andy.” – Nigel Farage DETAIL: Farage questioned the…Open
Local councils in Britain are enforcing strict Net Zero policies that limit air conditioning installations, even as the country experiences record-breaking heat.
Local councils in Britain are enforcing strict “net zero” climate policies that limit air conditioning installations, even as the country experiences record-breaking heat. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Britons have been ordered to remove air conditioning units from their homes amid a Net Zero crackdown, even as temperatures hit 104F this week. Planning officials in London councils such as Camden and Islington are enforcing a “cooling hierarchy” that treats AC as a last resort after passive measures like opening windows or using fans, with some residents told to permanently dismantle units already installed. DETAIL: In one London case, Camden inspectors demanded removal despite the homeowner’s security concerns and existing solar…Open