The government says it’ll spend millions on training teachers to spot early signs of misogyny, as part of a long-delayed strategy to halve violence against women and girls in England. Jess Phillips, the safeguarding minister, tells @emmabarnett she’ll use ‘every single lever and

BREAKING: Interest rates down AGAIN with Labour.

PM says halving violence against women and girls is 'really difficult to do' but insists 'we're going to do this' He says it's not just a political priority but also a 'personal priority' The government has launched its strategy to tackle violence against women and girls today

'I've tried to talk to my children about strangulation.' Harriet Harman, Ruth Davidson, and Beth Rigby discuss Jess Phillips' comments about talking to her sons about misogynistic violence. #ElectoralDysfunction 🎧 podfollow.com/electoraldysfu…

The black boxes in the Epstein files erase every single victim and their story. Gisèle Pelicot waived her anonymity and was believed. Virginia Giuffre did the same and was vilified. That’s the double bind. Victims stay invisible and be ignored or speak out and be destroyed.

Tonight has the most hours of darkness, making it the longest night of the year. But as always, our volunteers are here all night on the phones offering a little light in the dark for anyone who needs it.     You’re never alone, not tonight or any night. 116 123 📱

Lovely to join BBC Radio 4 to review the year that was and to look ahead to 2026. Including the crucial question: (1) O come, All ye faithful, or (2) Ding dong! Merrily on high? Performed by the brilliant London Metropolitan Brass 🎧Listen back: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

Who gets the Waddon star for the best Christmas decorations this year..? 🌟

If money worries are weighing on you this festive period, you’re not alone. Support is available on a range of issues, from managing bills to accessing benefits. Find links to trusted cost-of-living advice: london.gov.uk/programmes-str…

A husband & five men have been charged with 60 sexual offences against his ex-wife, including drugging her and raping her. Remember Gisèle Pelicot. Drugged and raped by her husband and more than 50 men. I said that it was not an isolated atrocity. mol.im/a/15406759

Absolutely well-deserved for Carol and Dave! They go above and beyond; not just with their amazing Christmas decorations, but in the care and kindness to neighbours and community work at St George’s Church Thank you! #Waddon Sam Attwater 🇺🇦 Waddon Labour Rowenna Davis

When rape victims waive anonymity, it is an act of defiance. It says shame belongs to the perpetrator, not the survivor. It exposes patterns of abuse, challenges disbelief, and forces society to look through her eyes. Silence has never protected women.

🎄🎄 Wishing everyone in #waddon, people of all parties and none a very merry Christmas, Best wishes 🎄 🎄 Sam Attwater 🇺🇦 Rowenna Davis Ellily Ponnuthurai🌹. #croydon

Croydon is the new Hollywood, says The Times! 🎞️ Great news to hear that our local green spaces and skyline are going a-list👇 thetimes.com/article/f04eb0…

Christmas with the homeless people at West Croydon Methodist Church was a heartfelt celebration of compassion and community, brought together by MSH Foundations to share warmth, food and festive joy. A huge thank you to Crown & Pepper restaurant for generously donating the food

Do share with anyone who may need a meal and some company on Christmas Day 🎄; Flavour Boss are serving lunch between 1 to 3 PM , 29 Lower Addiscombe Road . True #Croydon sprit.

Christmas Eve has finally arrived!!! Work done, shop done, wrapping done and George Michael with Baileys on the rocks keeping me company whilst I contemplate veg prep for tomorrow. Wishing everyone; friends, family, and community a happy and peaceful Christmas. 🎄🎄

Will Linsdell Thanks Will. Always happy to put the people of Croydon first!

Merry Christmas! Michelle and I hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with light and joy.

Freezing nights put people sleeping rough at serious risk. If you see someone who needs help, a quick report to StreetLink alerts local outreach teams so they can offer support and a safe place to stay. Find out how at thestreetlink.org.uk