Kingston upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kingston Council approves a nearly 5% council tax hike, keeping it the most expensive borough in London, according to new government data. Council members agreed to the rise on February 27. It will result in
Kingston (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kingston police enforced problem parties within the university district through Saturday by releasing fines as part of their heightened St. Patrick’s Day weekend security efforts. Police issued a “nuisance party” declaration on Johnson Street at approximately 11:55

Kingston Upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kingston University’s cut Humanities department axe on job uncertainty. Closure planned for September 2025, amid concerns for the borough’s educational future. The university has attributed its decision to a broader trend in the higher education
