Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour has deselected a Jewish councillor in Streatham, Lambeth, citing her pro-Gaza stance, sparking debate over party discipline and internal tensions. The leaders of Keir Starmer‘s party have been charged by Councillor Martin Abrams with “pursuing their
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mother-of-three Linda Kelsey, 39, is suing Tower Hamlets Council after a 150kg park litter bin fell and crushed her foot while she was walking her dog. In an east London park, a 150 kg trash can
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth park staff receive bystander training to tackle harassment, part of a borough-wide initiative to improve safety for women and girls in public spaces. Paul White, Cabinet Member for Environment, said: “The idea is simple: we want
Richmond (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Richmond and Wandsworth Councils have paid £379k in staff injury claims since 2022, highlighting concerns over workplace safety and employee compensation. If their employer was at fault—that is, failed to provide a safe working environment—employees hurt in
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Glebe Street Surgery merges with Chiswick Medical Practice, expanding healthcare services and unifying patient care across the Chiswick community. Grove Park Surgery, Wellesley Road Surgery, and Chiswick Family Doctors Practice were the three Chiswick surgeries that came
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden headteachers criticize politicians over severe budget cuts, warning schools are “falling apart” and forced to meet student needs with shrinking resources. Camden schools have lost about £6 million from their own accounts during the previous fiscal
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council faces fresh turmoil as interim planning lead Adam resigns, intensifying leadership instability and stalling critical urban development projects. After this website looked into it, a journeyman council director who was known for charging £1,000 a
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kennington residents urge Lambeth Council to reject a 17-storey student housing proposal set to replace an old job centre near a Grade II-listed park. The Job Centre Plus building on Kennington Park Road would be replaced by
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ludovik Keqaj has been fined £6,000 for illegally selling hot dogs on Westminster Bridge, following enforcement action by Westminster City Council. Police said that Ludovik Keqaj of Sussex Road was “one of Westminster Bridge’s most
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden Council is set to temporarily acquire the O2 Centre site as part of plans for one of the borough’s most significant regeneration and housing projects. Last night (Wednesday, June 5), the Labour-led cabinet decided that the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Leslie Arms owner Ansari is seeking to sidestep planning conditions imposed by Croydon Council, raising concerns over development compliance and oversight. A multimillionaire real estate entrepreneur has been letting a Grade II-listed tavern deteriorate since 2000. He
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council invests £400k from public funds into wildflower meadows and bike hangars to boost biodiversity and promote sustainable transport. In November 2023, Hammersmith and Fulham Council invited locals to participate in the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council will consult on proposed additional and selective landlord licensing schemes aimed at improving housing standards and tenant protections. Despite receiving no exposure, the decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting on April 28, 2025. The
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local councils in Camden have secured £8 million in funding to launch the “Better, Safer Kilburn” initiative, aiming to boost safety, housing, and transport. Councillor Adam Harrison, Cabinet Member for Planning and a Sustainable Camden said: “Over
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following public backlash, Perry sought police assistance to evict squatters from Wandle Park in Croydon, escalating tensions over the site’s occupation. Without giving the squatters at the Wandle Park café the advance notice that is often necessary
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The long-delayed Westfield development in Croydon requires millions in public funding, as stakeholders warn investment is essential to move the scheme forward. The housing crisis, the closure of Old Palace School, the status of the long-promised “kiosks”
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The RNLI has delayed plans to relocate its Chiswick lifeboat station to Wandsworth, with the move now expected to take place sometime next year. Since its lease at Chiswick Pier expires next year, the RNLI had hoped
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing residents are encouraged to nominate outstanding local councillors for a prestigious national award recognising service and leadership in the community. Residents of Ealing still have time to nominate a local councillor for the annual Cllr Awards,
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Andy Slaughter MP labels the Post Office “utterly unaccountable” during remarks in Chiswick, amid growing scrutiny over its handling of recent scandals. Hammersmith and Chiswick MP Andy Slaughter told The Chiswick Calendar that the Post Office is
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea Council must pay £3,000 and £150 monthly to a domestic abuse survivor after failing to properly handle her homeless application. According to the watchdog, when Miss X reported the attack in 2023,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Fellows Court tenant criticizes Hackney Council’s “unacceptable” security measures after a BMW parked outside the block had its windscreen smashed. On suspicion of causing criminal damage, a 22-year-old woman was taken into custody following the incident
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council appoints ‘Interim Adam’ to a key planning role at a £1,000 daily rate, raising questions about public spending amid local budget pressures. This website has found that Heather Cheesbrough’s stand-in replacement is a “interim specialist”
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A proposal has been submitted in Havering to demolish a home on Cross Road, Romford, and replace it with five new houses, sparking local planning interest. On Jamie Pickerill’s behalf, Form Architecture has filed a planning application
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey Council faces calls to act after residents in Bowes Park raise alarms about a rogue landlord accused of overcrowding a property with no heating. The council had to take landlord Andreas Antoniades to court after the
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea recorded fewer road casualties last year, reflecting improved traffic safety measures and ongoing efforts to reduce road-related injuries. According to preliminary data, fewer traffic fatalities were reported in Kensington and Chelsea last
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two people were injured in a knife attack on Frith Road, Croydon, during broad daylight, prompting police investigations and heightened community concern. Concerns regarding crime levels in downtown Croydon have been heightened by the most recent savage
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Transport for London blocked Bpas abortion reform ads, citing police criticism concerns, despite ASA approval, sparking backlash from campaigners and MPs. As reported by The Guardian, TfL has decided not to display Bpas ads calling on MPs
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London’s WWII-era tunnels, once used by military intelligence and said to inspire James Bond, will transform into a major tourist spy museum by 2028. Ian Fleming, author of the Bond novels, worked with Churchill’s intelligence unit 30
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Museum’s manager calls on local residents to support the conservation and protection of the borough’s heritage amid growing preservation concerns. 11 conservation areas in Havering have been identified due to their unique architectural or historic significance.
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council launches a public consultation on its conservation areas to review protections and ensure heritage sites remain preserved for future generations. Areas that have been classified as conservation areas do so due to their unique architectural
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour Party confirms its West End ward candidates for the 2026 Westminster election, setting the stage for a competitive local political race. Along with current councillor Patrick Lilley, Sarah Littleton and Tim Lord have been
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council faces sharp criticism from parents and councillors after axing school lollipop patrols, raising safety concerns for children at crossings. Although Croydon Council intends to eliminate its remaining school crossing patrols by the end of the
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parents are taking Islington Council to the High Court, alleging manipulation of key data in the controversial decision to shut a local primary school. Islington confirmed intentions to close St Jude and St Paul’s Primary School, along
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Fulham McDonald’s has been denied extended hours to 3AM after a 5.5-hour hearing, citing concerns over noise, crime, and 160 objections from residents. After speaking with the Met Police, McDonald’s changed their original request
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden Council and CNWL have launched a one-year £500 pregnancy grant pilot to support financially vulnerable expectant mothers in the borough. In collaboration with the local NHS, Camden Council’s Children’s Centres and Family Hubs and Money Advice
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour in Croydon faces mounting challenges as financial troubles and declining membership numbers raise questions about the party’s local strength. The Conservatives and Labour have controlled British politics for the last century. The Conservatives and Labour have
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council plans to apply for a £499,000 Arts England grant to refurbish Romford Library, aiming to modernise facilities and enhance public access. The award of £499,000 would be used to upgrade Romford Library’s “high-quality, durable design,
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council will end its mobile library service in July and reduce opening hours at four branches in a cost-cutting move to save on public spending. At a cabinet meeting on May 19, it was decided to
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Diamond Cakes in Harrow is giving away free pastries and coffee to support locals in need, launching a heartfelt initiative to help the struggling community. The bakery offers “coffee in anticipation,” which enables kind patrons to pay
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Exhibitions will showcase proposals for Balgores SEND School in Gidea Park, Havering, allowing residents to give feedback on the major development plans. On the location of Balgores Fields, Havering Council has suggested constructing a new SEND school.
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Carers Centre users in Croydon allege they were excluded from a key Care Quality Commission inspection, raising concerns over transparency and representation. When inspectors from the Care Quality Commission visit Fisher’s Folly this week to examine the
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The National Secular Society has urged Westminster Council to safeguard inclusive secular education by opposing a proposed merger of three primary schools. Proposals from the Westminster Council would decrease the number of spots available at
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick Book Festival 2025 will open with a Jane Austen panel on Sept 11 at Chiswick House, marking 250 years since the author’s birth in a literary tribute. In an interview with director Aisling Walsh and cast
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Camden Art Centre secures a 99-year lease on its Grade II listed building, ensuring the long-term future of this vital London arts institution. The London Borough of Camden, the local government, owns the building where Camden’s renowned
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A EuroMillions winner from Lambeth who had been untraceable has finally claimed their £90,000 prize, days before the ticket was due to expire. To have the opportunity to win this transformative prize, National Lottery players were advised
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Harrow have confirmed new dates for the community-focused ‘Cuppa with a Copper’ events, encouraging local engagement and crime prevention dialogue. The upcoming Cuppa with a Copper events have been announced, giving Harrow residents two fresh
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council is calling on residents to help shape the future of children’s social care through a new consultation aimed at improving local services. Developing early-assistance delivery models and establishing a family help service, which entails staff
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A devastating fire has destroyed a £4.5 million mansion in Barnet, London. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the luxury home was reduced to ruins. According to the London Fire Brigade (LFB), some 70 firemen were dispatched to
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A disabled man in Hackney trapped in his flat for months blasts his landlord over prolonged rehousing delays, calling his living conditions a “nightmare.” Malcolm Cripps, a wheelchair user, requested a relocation from his third-floor housing association
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A jury ruled police mishandling led to the 2016 death of London teen Lewis Johnson, a verdict his mother welcomed after nine years of seeking justice. As reported by The Guardian, the inquest jury’s conclusion citing serious
