Politics Archives - East Midlands Connected https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/news/politics/ Hopping Between Hubs Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:29:13 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 Mind the gap: New Government SEND White Paper is a welcome first step – but schools need to know how we get there. https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/mind-the-gap-new-government-send-white-paper-is-a-welcome-first-step-but-schools-need-to-know-how-we-get-there/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mind-the-gap-new-government-send-white-paper-is-a-welcome-first-step-but-schools-need-to-know-how-we-get-there https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/mind-the-gap-new-government-send-white-paper-is-a-welcome-first-step-but-schools-need-to-know-how-we-get-there/#respond Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:29:13 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/mind-the-gap-new-government-send-white-paper-is-a-welcome-first-step-but-schools-need-to-know-how-we-get-there/ 23rd Feb 2026:  Today, as the Government unveils its long-awaited SEND White Paper, education experts at Momenta Connect are calling for the Government to listen to responses to the white paper consultation and provide clear guidance on how we will build this brave new vision for SEND. The SEND system in England is considered “broken” […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/mind-the-gap-new-government-send-white-paper-is-a-welcome-first-step-but-schools-need-to-know-how-we-get-there/feed/ 0 Bemrose pupils gain a real insight into life at Parliament https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bemrose-pupils-gain-a-real-insight-into-life-at-parliament/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bemrose-pupils-gain-a-real-insight-into-life-at-parliament https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bemrose-pupils-gain-a-real-insight-into-life-at-parliament/#respond Sat, 03 Jan 2026 14:55:20 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=149539 Pupils from a Derby school were given an insight into democracy in action during a visit to the Houses of Parliament – where they were greeted by Derby North MP, Catherine Atkinson. Twenty-one pupils from The Bemrose School, in Uttoxeter Road, travelled to London to explore the country’s iconic political landmarks, including the House of […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bemrose-pupils-gain-a-real-insight-into-life-at-parliament/feed/ 0 Angela Rayner Under Pressure: Stamp Duty Controversy, Ethics Inquiry, and the Future of Labour’s Deputy Prime Minister https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/angela-rayner-under-pressure-stamp-duty-controversy-ethics-inquiry-and-the-future-of-labours-deputy-prime-minister/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=angela-rayner-under-pressure-stamp-duty-controversy-ethics-inquiry-and-the-future-of-labours-deputy-prime-minister https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/angela-rayner-under-pressure-stamp-duty-controversy-ethics-inquiry-and-the-future-of-labours-deputy-prime-minister/#respond Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:01:19 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=148384 Introduction: A Defining Moment for Angela Rayner Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary in the Labour government, is currently facing one of the most defining challenges of her political career. Known for her working-class background, plain speaking, and meteoric rise through the Labour ranks, Rayner has built a reputation as a fighter and […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/angela-rayner-under-pressure-stamp-duty-controversy-ethics-inquiry-and-the-future-of-labours-deputy-prime-minister/feed/ 0 The UK Government and War: History, Policy, and Contemporary Role https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/the-uk-government-and-war-history-policy-and-contemporary-role/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-uk-government-and-war-history-policy-and-contemporary-role https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/the-uk-government-and-war-history-policy-and-contemporary-role/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:32:48 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=146661 The United Kingdom has long been a key player on the global stage when it comes to war and conflict. From the days of the British Empire to contemporary military operations in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, the UK government’s approach to war has evolved significantly—shaped by political shifts, public opinion, alliances, and international […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/the-uk-government-and-war-history-policy-and-contemporary-role/feed/ 0 Pupils gain first-hand insight into politics with visit from Derby North MP https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/pupils-gain-first-hand-insight-into-politics-with-visit-from-derby-north-mp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pupils-gain-first-hand-insight-into-politics-with-visit-from-derby-north-mp https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/pupils-gain-first-hand-insight-into-politics-with-visit-from-derby-north-mp/#respond Tue, 13 May 2025 05:54:26 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=145533 Pupils at a Derby school had a real-life glimpse into political life during a visit from a local MP. Derby North MP Catherine Atkinson visited The Bemrose School and spent time learning about the school’s unique student-led parliamentary system and answering questions about her role  as a local Member of Parliament. Atkinson initially addressed the students […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/pupils-gain-first-hand-insight-into-politics-with-visit-from-derby-north-mp/feed/ 0 Understanding the UK Emergency Alerts System https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system-2 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system-2/#respond Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:05:18 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system-2/ The UK Emergency Alerts system is a crucial safety measure designed to protect residents and visitors during life-threatening emergencies. This system, introduced by the UK government, sends timely and accurate alerts directly to mobile phones to ensure public safety and preparedness. Here’s everything you need to know about how it works and why it matters. […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system-2/feed/ 0 Rising Cases of HMPV in the UK: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Yourself https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/rising-cases-of-hmpv-in-the-uk-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rising-cases-of-hmpv-in-the-uk-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/rising-cases-of-hmpv-in-the-uk-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself/#respond Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:03:43 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=143273 As we move through the colder months, respiratory illnesses become increasingly common. One virus gaining attention in the UK is the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a lesser-known but significant pathogen that can cause respiratory symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Recent reports indicate a steady rise in HMPV cases, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/rising-cases-of-hmpv-in-the-uk-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-protect-yourself/feed/ 0 Understanding the UK Emergency Alerts System https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system/#respond Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:03:43 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=143271 The UK Emergency Alerts system is a crucial safety measure designed to protect residents and visitors during life-threatening emergencies. This system, introduced by the UK government, sends timely and accurate alerts directly to mobile phones to ensure public safety and preparedness. Here’s everything you need to know about how it works and why it matters. […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/understanding-the-uk-emergency-alerts-system/feed/ 0 Unsung Heroes in 2024 at the All Party Parliamentary Dog Advisory Welfare Group – Guest Speaker Yellow Dog UK’s Alison Gibson-Stark https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/unsung-heroes-in-2024-at-the-all-party-parliamentary-dog-advisory-welfare-group-guest-speaker-yellow-dog-uks-alison-gibson-stark/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unsung-heroes-in-2024-at-the-all-party-parliamentary-dog-advisory-welfare-group-guest-speaker-yellow-dog-uks-alison-gibson-stark https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/unsung-heroes-in-2024-at-the-all-party-parliamentary-dog-advisory-welfare-group-guest-speaker-yellow-dog-uks-alison-gibson-stark/#respond Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:29:06 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/unsung-heroes-in-2024-at-the-all-party-parliamentary-dog-advisory-welfare-group-guest-speaker-yellow-dog-uks-alison-gibson-stark/ Yellow Dog UK were proud to be one of the unsung heroes of 2024 at the All-party Parliamentary Dog Advisory welfare group in December at the Houses of Parliament in London, where our UK representative Alison Gibson-Stark was a guest speaker. Alison discussed the focus, aims and message of Yellow Dog UK alongside some other […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/unsung-heroes-in-2024-at-the-all-party-parliamentary-dog-advisory-welfare-group-guest-speaker-yellow-dog-uks-alison-gibson-stark/feed/ 0 What to Expect in the UK as Donald Trump Takes Office https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/what-to-expect-in-the-uk-as-donald-trump-takes-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-to-expect-in-the-uk-as-donald-trump-takes-office https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/what-to-expect-in-the-uk-as-donald-trump-takes-office/#respond Thu, 16 Jan 2025 07:02:04 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=143220 As Donald Trump prepares to begin his second term as President of the United States on January 20, 2025, the implications for the United Kingdom are already a topic of significant interest. From trade to defense and beyond, the Trump administration’s policies could have profound effects on the UK’s political, economic, and diplomatic landscape. Trade […]

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