Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hillingdon Council’s £70 green waste collection scheme has seen fewer sign-ups than expected, raising concerns over uptake and service value. In an attempt to fill budget gaps, Hillingdon Council implemented a £70 subscription for a previously free
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has refused calls to remove England flags displayed along Coulsdon Road, saying they pose no issue and can remain in place. Last week, Jason Perry, the unsuccessful mayor of Croydon, boasted on television about having
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new Wandsworth scheme aims to curb dangerously parked e-bikes and e-scooters, tackling safety risks on pavements and improving accessibility. Although most users of e-bikes and e-scooters use them in a responsible and courteous manner, the few
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hundreds more Wandsworth secondary pupils will now receive free school meals daily under the council’s Access for All scheme, easing family costs and aiding focus. The Wandsworth council is greatly increasing the eligible cohort as children return
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for more than a dozen new homes are among the latest planning applications submitted to Bexley Council, marking fresh housing proposals in the borough. In Sidcup, an application has been submitted to construct two two-story structures
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow has been named among the new locations set to open an Asda Express store this autumn as part of the supermarket’s nationwide expansion plan. Beginning with a location in Castleford, the company announced that it will
Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new venue for theatre, cinema and live music has been completed in Sutton, marking a major boost for the town’s cultural and entertainment scene. After a 15-month program of work, Sutton Community Academy has been given
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Greenwich have arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of murder following the death of a 29-year-old woman. Investigations remain ongoing. At 10:20 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27, police received a report of a stabbing at
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A major fire destroyed homes on Silkstream Road, Burnt Oak. A fundraiser has been launched to support affected families as the Barnet community rallies together. Locals are being asked to donate if they can, with the money
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Developers have submitted plans to Greenwich Council for a mixed-use scheme at the east ventilation shaft of Woolwich Elizabeth Line station on Arsenal Way. Berkeley Homes’ plan consists of four structures encircling a central pedestal with landscaping.
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new community gallery and kitchen in Peckham moves closer to opening after securing £1,000 in building materials to transform a disused Southwark building. The group, known as Arcade, just obtained a ten-year lease on a property
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 27-year-old man from Harrow will run a half marathon this October, raising vital funds for Crohn’s & Colitis UK in support of those living with the condition. At the age of 16, Jamie from Harrow received
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Croydon well-being initiative is introducing Japanese ‘forest bathing’ to local parks, aiming to improve mental health and community wellness. Access to green space was a key determinant of who had and did not have during the
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police launch a murder investigation after a 29-year-old woman was fatally stabbed at a home in Greenwich. Detectives are leading enquiries at the scene. On Wednesday, August 27, at around 10.20 p.m., Greenwich Police were called to
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow Council is inviting local performers, musicians, and entertainers to apply for a chance to showcase their talent at the 2025 Christmas Party. One of the most anticipated events on the Harrow calendar, the Harrow Town Centre
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New figures reveal private rents in Barnet have become less affordable over the past year, adding pressure to tenants amid rising housing costs. Renters in England and Wales are “facing the most backbreaking costs,” according to the
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth councillor Martin Abrams has quit Labour, accusing the party of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and pandering to the far right. On Thursday, August 28, Martin Abrams, a Lambeth councillor for Streatham St Leonard’s ward
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A watchdog has ruled that a prisoner at HMP Wandsworth would still be alive today had it not been for a series of failings at the jail. Staff members frequently failed to assist Rajwinder Singh, 36, from
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Labour think tank report suggests taxing tourists and building homes on Bromley’s green spaces to help fund the Bakerloo line extension. According to the research, “wealthy” London should be provided with the means to fund its
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Peaceballers is inviting young footballers from Southwark to feature in its latest campaign video promoting sport and community unity. The campaign match, which is scheduled to be filmed in Southwark Park on Monday, September 1st at 1pm,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council is consulting on proposals after reviewing the Webb Estate and Upper Woodcote Village Conservation Areas Appraisal and Management Plan. Residents’ opinions were heard during the Council’s recent review of the conservation area, which was established
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new exhibition opening next week will highlight Lambeth Council architects’ work during a major housing drive from 1965 to 1980. Building “Homes for Tomorrow”: Lambeth‘s Council Housing, 1965 to 1980 evaluates the influence of borough architect
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Families celebrated Hammersmith & Fulham’s young carers at a summer showcase featuring film, music and dance performances. With an exciting finale exhibiting their final efforts, local young carers celebrated the conclusion of their summer program.
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour has launched a last-minute appeal for candidates to stand in Croydon’s upcoming council elections, amid concerns over local representation. There are no more candidates ready to represent Croydon Labour in the municipal elections scheduled for May.
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey will introduce two new School Streets next week, bringing the total to 36, helping hundreds more children travel safely and healthily to school. When the two new programs begin on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Streets
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – As summer ends, schools across Haringey are preparing to welcome students back, marking the start of another exciting and promising academic year. The Haringey borough is a hive of activity as the youngest students enter primary school
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon pub landlords face annual bills of up to £30,000 for Sky Sports licences to screen Premier League football, sparking concern over rising costs. Additionally, the Builders Arms, a well-known backstreet bar on Croydon‘s Leslie Park Road,
Barking and Dagenham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New plans have been submitted to build 405 homes on the former Ford car plant site in Dagenham, marking the latest phase of redevelopment in the area. The blueprints show the next stage of the
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council will double its Extra Care housing, starting with a 50-apartment development at Nene Gardens in Hanworth to support older residents. While living freely in your own self-contained apartment, Extra Care housing gives you access to
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans to convert part of a Hammersmith and Fulham cinema into an indoor sport and fitness venue could see its number of screens almost halved. The current theater at the Hammersmith and Fulham Broadway Vue,
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two 17-year-olds were hospitalized and another teen arrested after a triple stabbing on Old Kent Road, Southwark, on 27 August, police confirmed. After hearing allegations of a stabbing on Old Kent Road in Southwark, close to the
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An independent review by senior local government figures has praised Ealing Council as “well-led” and “moving in the right direction.” A team of senior council officers and seasoned council leaders was recently dispatched by the Local Government
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council and developer London Square have unveiled plans for two residential towers, 20 and 17 storeys high, along Brixton Station Road. Pop Brixton, a well-known restaurant and bar with workplace units, may be demolished and rebuilt
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The housing regulator has identified “serious failings” at Kensington and Chelsea Council, raising concerns over management and resident safety standards. The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has given the borough of Kensington and Chelsea, which
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Party has begun advertising for a candidate to contest Croydon’s mayoral elections in May 2025, signalling its local ambitions. This week, the recruitment ad was distributed. Reform is searching for a successor after
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The latest food hygiene scores for Harrow have been published, with several local businesses awarded the highest ratings in July and August inspections. Numerous locations throughout the borough have received the highest rating of five (Very Good),
Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waste firm Viridor has been exposed for nearly 1,000 environmental licence breaches in Sutton, raising concerns over pollution and regulatory oversight. Sutton‘s FibDems have finally acknowledged, twelve years too late, that the poisonous pollution emanating from the
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Over 100 North Finchley residents gathered last month to launch a campaign proposing alternatives to Barnet’s current housing plans for the area. Criticising the developer’s plans it adds: “These poorly designed proposals should be replaced with schemes
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets Council’s Shared Lives service has been rated ‘Good’ in its first Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, marking a strong achievement. Through the program Shared Lives, adults with learning disabilities are paired with thoroughly screened
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Council has announced a call for artists to design murals and public artworks in Southall, with applications open until 3 September 2025. The project intends to enhance the appearance and feel of certain parts of the
Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Merton Council seizes 18 rental homes after a landlord repeatedly failed to license them, ensuring safer living conditions for residents. In August 2024, the council temporarily took over the properties using its extraordinary powers. Tenants’ complaints regarding
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Students across Haringey celebrated their exam results, marking achievements and preparing for university, apprenticeships, and future careers. Their perseverance and accomplishments are evidence of the skill and tenacity that flourish in our community. As a council, they
Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Amira Issa has been sentenced after Hillingdon Council found she filed a fraudulent housing application while living permanently outside the borough. At the Ealing Magistrates’ Court on Friday, August 1, 41-year-old Amira Issa of Tustin Estate, Southwark,
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Val Shawcross, ex-Croydon Council leader and London deputy mayor, has been appointed as the new chair of governors at Croydon College. When the Crystal Palace Park Trust, a community organization she had assisted in founding, acquired the
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Motorists in Barnet should prepare for five National Highways road closures this week, with potential travel disruptions and detours expected nearby. It is anticipated that one of them would result in delays of ten to thirty minutes.
Enfield (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Construction of the new Edmonton incinerator in Enfield faces ongoing delays due to local opposition and global challenges impacting progress. According to overseers, the Edmonton Eco Park rehabilitation project, which was supposed to replace the aging waste-burning
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Demolition starts at 1–87 Regina Road, Croydon, marking a key milestone in the transformation of the estate following years of safety concerns. Level by level, the block will be demolished over the course of the upcoming months
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Acton residents say years of neglect and poor maintenance by Peabody have left their flats unsafe, raising serious safety concerns in Ealing. Although the organization maintains that the apartments are safe, they accuse Peabody of neglecting to
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council launches night-time patrols with private security firms to tackle anti-social behaviour and improve safety across the borough. Squads of about 10 uniformed officers will be sent to areas of the borough with the highest rates
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Dagnam Park in Harold Hill, Havering, was once home to a historic mansion, offering a glimpse into the area’s rich heritage and architectural past. Originally, the Dagnams estate stood there, including a grand house that was purchased
