A city in South America is one of the most dangerous cities in the world after becoming a hub for drug shipments and a battleground for gangs. In 2023, over 400 people were murdered in Durán, Ecuador, making it one of the
The mother of a schoolgirl killed by air pollution has received an apology from London’s mayor over the city’s failure to tackle filthy air sooner. Sadiq Khan issued an apology to Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah on behalf of the Greater London Authority (GLA) on
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has confirmed he has held talks with INEOS over the future of Old Trafford ahead of any potential redevelopment. Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly wants to explore options to upgrade Manchester United’s iconic stadium’s capacity to
Sadiq Khan was slapped down by James Cleverly after calling on the Government to speed up a crackdown on machetes and zombie-style knives. The London Mayor said a ban must be introduced quickly with a complete ban on all machetes and zombie
Sadiq Khan’s announcement on Transport for London (TfL) fares this year means he plans to introduce a pay-by-the-mile charge on motorists if he wins the election in May, it has been claimed. The Labour London Mayor’s Conservative rival Susan Hall has pointed
A French mayor has sparked outrage after claiming that Britain’s liberal work and benefits system is attracting migrants to make life-endangering trips across the English Channel. This comes shortly after five migrants lost their lives trying to cross in a small boat
“I’m not going to stand by and watch the city I live in and love be destroyed before our eyes. It is always my wish to collaborate with the other small parties, but they have refused. Watch this space.” On December 21
Michael Gove has attacked Sadiq Khan’s record on house building while threatening to strip the Labour mayor of his planning powers. The Housing Secretary wants a review of London’s current housing plan with a threat to remove Mr Khan’s powers over planning
A Labour mayor has racked up an impressive 22,500 air miles in since September 2023 – despite passionately campaigning on behalf of the climate. Bristol’s Marvin Rees travelled to the US, France, Rwanda and Dubai – boarding seven flights in the process,
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has found herself at the centre of controversy after a holiday party invitation blunder. The invitation, exclusive to “Electeds of Colour,” was mistakenly sent to all members of the Boston City Council by aide, Denise DosSantos, the mayor’s