Richmond (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Richmond Council has adopted a new Local Plan outlining future growth, housing, and sustainability priorities to guide the borough’s development. The Richmond borough’s priorities for the next 15 years were established by the plan, which was formally
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council doubles rubbish and recycling collections for residents in town centre flats, boosting cleanliness and community standards. Wandsworth‘s Cleaner Borough Plan, which aims to improve recycling and garbage services and make streets cleaner to help residents
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council has appointed muf architecture/art to design ‘Brixton Day and Night’, a community-led plan to revitalise the town centre and public spaces. Additionally, the project will invite people to help design the future of the town
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waterloo Millennium Green in Lambeth has been cordoned off after an overnight stabbing. Police investigations are ongoing at the scene. Due to reports of a major event from the local community, Waterloo Millennium Green is presently closed.
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey residents can help shape two new council strategies to transform kerbsides, improving accessibility, parking, and community-friendly spaces. This week, a consultation was started to find out how these important areas could be enhanced to better serve
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council is gearing up for Awaab’s Law, a new national housing standard taking effect on 27 October 2025, aimed at improving living conditions. The new regulation, which is intended to safeguard tenants, places stringent timelines on
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council has introduced online access for leaseholders and freeholders to view detailed breakdowns of their service charges, boosting transparency. Leaseholders could already request an itemized breakdown of all service charges, but doing so required completing a
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The British Heart Foundation opened its latest store at Surrey Quays Shopping Centre in Southwark on October 7, expanding its retail network. To raise money for important cardiac research, the store will sell books, entertainment, bric-a-brac, men’s
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lewisham artist Jahnavi Inniss, 27, celebrates Black history through intricate quilting, using her art to honor heritage and cultural memory. Jahnavi Inniss, a 27-year-old graduate of Central Saint Martins, was born and raised in Catford and currently
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents in Haringey gathered to launch a year-long celebration of Black history and heritage, marking a key cultural moment for the borough. Tuesday night’s event, which featured live music, poetry, panel discussions, and speeches, was held at
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Grade II-listed Berwick Manor Hotel in Rainham, Havering, has been served an enforcement notice over an alleged planning breach on green belt land. On October 3, the notice was delivered to The Berwick Manor Hotel, located
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans to demolish buildings in Rainham, Havering, for new flats and shop space were rejected, with officials calling the project “materially harmful” to the area. “The demolition of existing buildings and construction of Class A1 Unit of
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey Council has completed essential repairs on a popular lido as part of a £3.6 million renovation project aimed at revitalising the local landmark. The funds will be used by Haringey Council to address a backlog of
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing environmental groups are opposing a 17.5-metre telecoms mast on Brentham Meadows, warning it endangers one of London’s most protected green spaces. Residents are being urged to protest the application by MBNL, a joint venture between EE
Richmond (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police are appealing for witnesses after an alleged sexual assault onboard a train travelling between Feltham and Richmond earlier this week. On October 2, at approximately 7.50 a.m., the event was reported in Richmond. At Feltham railway
Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two males are in hospital after a fight on Station Road, West Drayton. Police have launched an investigation and appealed for witnesses to come forward. When the Metropolitan Police arrived on Brandville Road in Hillingdon at 6:06
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – After two decades of campaigning, plans are underway to install lifts at two Harrow Tube stations, marking a major step for accessibility improvements. 17 Underground stations, including Canons Park and South Harrow, will be evaluated for step-free
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Placey’s play Lifers at Southwark Playhouse stands out for its realism and research, offering a gripping and authentic portrayal of life behind bars. The story of Lenny, an elderly man serving a life sentence at HMP Drummond,
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey Council is investing £3.6m to upgrade leisure centres and equipment, addressing a backlog of repairs after bringing sites in-house last year. Here is what has been done and accomplished over the past 12 months at the
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for new padel courts and a tattoo studio have been submitted to Bexley Council, adding to the borough’s growing list of redevelopment proposals. Crook Log Sports Centre, located on Brampton Road in Bexleyheath, has put forward
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A government minister joined Haringey Council leaders and locals for the official reopening of the much-loved community library hub on Monday. The renovation includes a redesigned floor layout, accessible restrooms, and a new elevator. The interior of
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police have named 19-year-old Marcus Fakana as the victim of Friday’s fatal collision in Tottenham, Haringey. On Friday morning, at approximately 12.52 a.m., police officers made an effort to stop an automobile. They lost sight of the
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council’s Labour leader says she expects the Reform Party to overtake the Conservatives as the borough’s main opposition in 2026. Every four years, around halfway through the parliamentary cycle, council members are chosen, and
Southall (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man and a teenager are fighting for their lives, and another has been stabbed amid a series of violent incidents reported in Southall this week. Three significant incidents have occurred in the capital within the last
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Owners of a Sidcup farm and events venue say they’re being unfairly targeted, rejecting a Bexley councillor’s claims that they are “wholly untrustworthy.” When Beck Evans Farm applied for a license to hold a music event earlier
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A “world class” casino and restaurant are set to open inside London’s iconic Trocadero after Westminster Council approved a key planning application. Genting Casinos UK’s plans, which include converting the 13 Coventry Street location into
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Weightlifting Club has launched a community petition to fight its possible closure after the New Year, urging locals to help keep the gym open. The club, which is situated at Perivale Park Athletics Track, has produced
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two more pubs in Croydon town centre have closed their doors, adding to the growing list of local venues shutting down amid rising costs and low footfall. The most recent bar to close in Croydon is The
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s dog warden, Tara Boswell, has been honoured with the RSPCA’s PawPrints award for the seventh consecutive year, recognising her dedication. Tara received the Responsible Ownership Hero award for her efforts to improve and promote animal
Greta Tintin Eleonora Ernman Thunberg was born on January 3, 2003, in Stockholm, Sweden. She grew up in an artistic and politically active family; her mother, Malena Ernman, is a renowned opera singer, and her father, Svante Thunberg, is an actor. Greta’s
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Met Police confirm 493 arrests in central London amid protests supporting the banned group Palestine Action, as tensions rise in the capital. According to our judges, some 1,000 people participated in protests in support of Palestine Action,
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council is contesting approval for a Traveller’s caravan site on protected Green Belt land in Chipping Barnet, citing planning and land-use concerns. In July, a planning inspector approved two Traveller trailer pitches for two families in
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A pedestrian has died after being struck by a police van on Lambeth Palace Road, prompting an investigation into the circumstances of the fatal crash. Around 6.30 p.m. on October 2, the crash occurred on Lambeth Palace
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Major gas works will close key roads in South Croydon for three weeks, with drivers urged to plan ahead as traffic diversions and delays are expected. Due to gas mains construction, Southbridge Road, the busy A236 that
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London and Manchester see arrests at Palestine Action protests, defying warnings after the recent Manchester synagogue terror attack. As reported by the Independent, authorities intervened at a London pro-Palestine protest, enforcing arrests despite warnings after the Manchester
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Three teenage girls from Islington have been detained after admitting manslaughter in a filmed street attack that led to the death of a 75-year-old Fredi Rivero. On February 27, the girls, who were 14, 16, and 17
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Zizzi Bromley is celebrating its grand reopening with a fresh refurb by giving away 1,000 free pizzas, drawing excitement from local diners and families. On September 30, Bromley‘s Zizzi reopened with a new design and a promise
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich’s Adventure Play Centre faces closure fears, raising concerns among parents and campaigners over the loss of a vital space for local children. Greenwich Council stated in February that it would assess its adventure play centers (APCs)
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Muswell Hill Library in Haringey has reopened after nearly two years of refurbishment, offering improved facilities and a refreshed space for the community. The library boasts new furniture and lighting, a special space for youth, an accessible
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon has been selected for major investment under the UK Government’s Pride in Place Programme to revitalise high streets and boost community pride. Through the Pride in Place Impact Fund, the borough will get £1.5 million over
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS doctors and healthcare professionals in Haringey launch a ‘winter wellness’ campaign to help residents prepare for colder months and stay healthy. The North Central London Integrated Care Board (ICB) is urging residents of Enfield to safeguard
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A grant from InterAct Stroke Support charity is helping stroke patients in Ealing, funding vital recovery programs to improve rehabilitation and long-term support. The charity InterAct Stroke Support provides stroke sufferers with live, expert actor-led readings in
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – West Ealing Community Library marks Black History Month 2025, spotlighting Oscar-winner Steve McQueen, teen author Lauryn Rose Teixeira, and local legacies. In an effort to emphasize the value of heritage, creativity, and community leadership, the Melbourne Avenue
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – For nearly 20 years, volunteers have preserved Lewisham’s Victorian cemeteries, protecting history while helping families reconnect with their heritage. Since its founding in July 2007, the Friends of Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries (FOBLC) has grown to include
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council leader Barry Rawlings has condemned the “despicable and cowardly” attack on Jewish worshippers at a Manchester synagogue on the holiest day. During Yom Kippur, a suspected terror incident outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council Leader Shantanu Rajawat and the local Conservative Group have condemned the attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation in Manchester. At 9.31 a.m., a member of the public reported that he had seen a car being
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An investigation found Haringey Council’s social work department missed over 1,100 emails raising concerns about vulnerable residents’ welfare. During a local government and social care ombudsman investigation into Haringey council, the messages which included over 500 police
Barking and Dagenham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Barking and Dagenham business owner says he will run for council in the next election after anger at his business being hit by a local car park’s closure. Born in 1988 at Rush Green
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School in Bromley has been ranked number one in the UK by the Great British Schools Guide (GBSG). The guide ranked schools according to the most recent answers to the government’s
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Grade II listed Georgian home, the last of its kind in Leytonstone, Waltham Forest, is on the market for £1.75m, marking a rare heritage sale. Estate agency Dexters say the present owners have “sensitively restored”
