Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council reassures residents it won’t sell or develop its allotments, following a political dispute in Westminster over green space protections. Hundreds of homeowners are on waiting lists in the three boroughs of Lewisham and Bexley, which
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Engineering works this weekend will disrupt trains via Greenwich, Orpington, and Cannon Street. Passengers are advised to check before travelling. Everything you need to know about the impact on services this weekend (August 2–3) is provided here.
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two teenagers face life sentences for murdering a 14-year-old boy in a brutal machete attack on a Woolwich bus, shocking the Greenwich community. On January 7, Kelyan Bokassa, an aspiring rapper, was tragically murdered while riding a
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council is inviting public consultation on its Sustainable Streets proposals, seeking community input on future transport and environmental measures. The proposal’s main features include permit parking, pay and display bays, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, auto
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Debbie Warren, CEO of Greenwich Council, has been appointed as one of four commissioners to address the longstanding governance failures in Croydon Council. She has collaborated with three different council leaders since taking over as chief executive,
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Councillor Linda Bird has been officially elected as Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for the 2025–2026 term during a full council meeting. Councillor Bird, who has spent more than 40 years in Eltham, has devoted
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Thamesmead tenant secured a £100 monthly rent reduction after challenging their landlord’s hike at a property tribunal in Greenwich over excessive demands. As reported by South London Press, although a hike was reasonable, a first-tier property
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council has reduced its reliance on hotels for temporary accommodation by 84%, citing improved housing solutions and better resource management. Greenwich Council’s financial strain has decreased by approximately £5.88 million as a result of the action,
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Peninsula unveils a vibrant spring line-up with art exhibitions, live music, markets, and wellness events in London’s cultural hotspot for 2025. Numerous cultural and artistic events will take place on the peninsula, which is only two
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Thameslink disruption could affect thousands of runners and spectators heading to the London Marathon in Greenwich, raising concerns over race day travel chaos. Due to Network Rail’s engineering work on the day of the largest 26.2-mile road
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Woolwich’s Director General pub, once cherished for its stained-glass windows and community spirit, has been replaced by a Tesco store in Greenwich. Before being demolished in 2008 as part of a significant town center renovation, the Director
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Theatre aims to overcome recent financial struggles as it unveils a bold new artistic vision to restore its role as a vital cultural hub in the borough. According to the theater’s longtime artistic director, the Covid-caused
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council has validated the latest planning applications, including home extensions, tree works, and submissions to discharge planning conditions. The applications include a number of suggestions for home renovations and tree care, as well as a noteworthy
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rupert & Teddy delicatessen and restaurant to open in Greenwich, on a community-focused vibe, despite controversy surrounding its alcohol licence application. Located on Horseferry Road, Rupert & Teddy will provide home-cooked meals and artisan deli goods from
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council approves plans for three student blocks on Woolwich Road, despite concerns over proliferation of similar developments in the borough. On the site of the old Speedy Services tool rental store on Woolwich Road, the blocks
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich Council’s Woolwich Common Estate project is shortlisted for the LGC Community Involvement Award, recognizing its efforts to create a cleaner, safer area. For its efforts with the Woolwich Common Estate, Greenwich Council is running for the
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Greenwich resident claims a faulty alarm at a nearby Aldi store disrupts sleep, sounding like a “siren” and going off repeatedly, sparking noise concerns. Eve Peacock, a resident of Serica Court for the past three years,
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich council has received dozens of new planning applications, including affordable housing at Morris Walk Estate and illuminating historic landmarks. The proposals for modular homes in Charlton’s Morris Walk Estate are part of a larger revitalization project
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parents warned that the Silvertown Tunnel’s opening will harm children’s health, fearing increased lorry traffic and pollution risks in Greenwich. Starting on April 7, drivers will be allowed to utilise the new road link beneath the Thames
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – 2 teenage boys and a 44-year-old woman will soon face court after a week-long manhunt for the murder suspect. On 7th January, a 14-year-old teenager, Kellyanne Bokassa, was stabbed on a bus in Woolwich, South East London.
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The 204-home tower scheme’s developer, Comer Homes, has three years to remove the orange cladding. He has to pay the Greenwich council close to £7 million. The Planning Inspectorate has decided that a 204-home tower project in
