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
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Top private schools including Harrow and Dulwich are under scrutiny after reports reveal they’ve made millions in tax-free profits despite their charity status. Several well-known institutions donate millions of their yearly income to their UK schools through
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council’s chief strongly denies allegations of demanding £200,000 from Crystal Palace for a victory parade, amid growing scrutiny and local backlash. The borough’s council members have been urged by Croydon’s chief executive to assist in handling
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new survey in Barnet, Brent, and Harrow reveals rising financial worries among parents, raising concerns over well-being and child-rearing under pressure. According to a family support agency, nearly nine out of ten families in north London
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A deadly fire in northwest London killed a woman and three boys; a man was detained at the scene as investigations continue. As reported by The Independent, police detained a man following a tragic blaze that claimed
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two men were hospitalized following a violent altercation on South Street in Romford, Havering. Police launched an investigation into the late-night incident. Just after 4.30 am on this morning (May 24), Metropolitan Police officers were called to
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

Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has unveiled architects’ designs for five new infill council housing projects across the borough, aiming to boost local affordable housing. Haworth Tompkins, Al-Jawad Pike, NOOMA Studio, Archio, and Citizens Design Bureau created the projects. A
Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Motorists in Kensington are warned of inevitable delays during the half-term closure of an iconic bridge, as authorities carry out essential maintenance work. Next week, Albert Bridge will close for necessary maintenance, so drivers are
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – St Joseph’s RC School in Croydon has been praised by Ofsted for delivering an “outstanding” education, offering a private school experience for free. The report was released in January after inspectors visited the St. Joseph’s RC Federation
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – School governors have formally opposed Lambeth Council’s decision to shut Fen Stanton and Holy Trinity Primary Schools, citing lack of consultation and impact on pupils. Brixton Buzz was approached by the Chair of Governors at Holy Trinity
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon’s £22 million ‘bridge to nowhere’ remains unopened 12 years after construction, raising fresh concerns over public spending and infrastructure delays. “It’s taking an awfully long time for that concrete to dry, isn’t it!” chuckles 72-year-old Dave
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan has greenlit a £130m refurbishment of Bromley’s sports centre, marking a major investment in local infrastructure and community well-being. The redevelopment of Crystal Palace has no drawbacks. Khan remarks as construction finally gets underway
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents of a Hammersmith road claim it’s been ‘completely neglected’, with reports of drug use and antisocial behaviour, including weed found in front gardens. The Hammersmith and Fulham Council claims to be taking “real action”

Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick Flower Market has been denied access to park vendor vans in Bond Street car park, sparking concerns over logistics and weekend trading disruptions. The directors of Flower Market were questioned by Hounslow‘s licensing panel on the
Camden (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Residents are calling on Camden Council to hold an urgent public meeting after a stabbing near a community centre sparked fears and demands for accountability. Camden Council is being urged to hold a meeting with Afghan refugees
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon MP Steve Reed receives political backlash and a ‘yellow card’ warning for close ties to water industry lobbyists amid public accountability concerns. Steve Reed OBE, the MP for Streatham (who is also incompatible with Croydon North),
Hammersmith & Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Tory councillor Andrew Dinsmore resigns as deputy opposition leader after becoming a father and moving out of the capital. Last year, Mr. Dinsmore ran in Hammersmith and Chiswick for the General Election
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council launches urgent financial recovery measures following a damning Auditor Report highlighting serious weaknesses in governance and oversight. A hastily constructed action plan has been presented by Lambeth Council to remedy a number of significant shortcomings

Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Roof Gardens, a celebrity-frequented private members club in Kensington, has unveiled plans to extend its historic venue with a new development proposal. According to Kensington High Street’s Roof Gardens, the new area would have
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Veolia has defended its handling of Croydon waste services after reports emerged of households facing over seven weeks of missed bin collections. Shirley residents claimed that after waste management provider Veolia neglected to collect their trash cans,
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Julia Lopez MP supports demands for the new east London Superloop bus to include a stop in Hornchurch, Havering, challenging plans to route it via Elm Park. It follows a meeting last month where Healthwatch Havering urged
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Croydon family has spent 9,500 days in temporary accommodation, spotlighting a national crisis as 130,000 households face long-term emergency housing. The number comprises 165,510 children and has increased by over 15% in the past year alone.
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Bromley supermarket faces criticism for closing its toilets, sparking concerns from shoppers and campaigners about accessibility and urgent public health needs. A Crohn’s disease patient from South London has demanded that Sainsbury’s reopen restrooms in its
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Authorities raided Café Diana in Kensington, uncovering 45 tubs of suspected illegal shisha tobacco in a crackdown on unlicensed and non-compliant products. She once accompanied Princes William and Harry to a bistro with a Princess
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Brockwell Park festival organisers confirm events will proceed this summer, despite a High Court ruling challenging Lambeth Council’s event licensing process. For thousands of ticket buyers who were worried that summer events would be canceled, Brockwell Live
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth leads the 2025 TCS Mini London Marathon in Schools, with the most participating schools, backing its Wandsworth Moves Together activity strategy. The TCS Mini London Marathon in Schools is an online competition that allows schools to
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey Council seeks residents’ views on £1.5m improvements to eight local parks, aiming to enhance green spaces through community-driven consultation. In an effort to “co-design each of the eight projects and meet the local needs in those
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Foodies Festival is set to return to Syon Park in Hounslow over the bank holiday, featuring top chefs, live music, artisan markets, and family fun. The Foodies Festival is coming to Syon Park in Brentford for

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon CEO Katherine Kerswell has not responded to a formal complaint regarding the high costs tied to the council’s ‘Our Croydon’ public engagement scheme. The mayor and chief executive of the borough, who are becoming more and
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet recorded 135 hospital admissions for self-harm among 10–24-year-olds in a year, bucking the national trend of declining rates across England. According to recent data, over 100 children and youth in Barnet were admitted to hospitals after
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council leader Simon Hogg held a community drop-in where Roehampton residents shared local concerns and ideas on housing, safety and services. The Leader was questioned by locals on a number of topics, including recycling, bin collections,
Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 13-year-old Sutton student has been named the first recipient of Nottinghamshire Police’s Schools Empowerment Award, celebrating his progress and dedication. As reported by Chad, a part of its prestigious annual Live Our Best Life Awards 2025

Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A newly built apartment development in Ealing has won a prestigious London award, praised for its architectural design and contribution to urban housing. As reported by Ealing News, for their Fairstone Apartments project in Ealing, real estate
Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Local champions were recognised for their outstanding service at the Haringey Heroes ceremony, celebrating community dedication and grassroots impact. As reported by Haringey, at a special ceremony held at Jacksons Lane Arts Centre last night, the recipients
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bexleyheath’s Tipsy Bakery is making headlines with its alcohol-infused cupcakes, pipette toppings and cocktail-flavoured sweet treats drawing attention. As reported by This is Local London, since its establishment in 2022, the Tipsy Bakery has amassed a devoted
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ofsted has released its latest inspection report for St Peter’s Primary School in Croydon, offering a detailed assessment of standards and pupil progress. As reported by Your Local Guardian, the “ambitious curriculum,” “strong leadership,” and “nurturing environment”
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has secured £4.5 million in external funding to support eco-friendly upgrades and reduce emissions in public buildings across the borough. As reported by Wandsworth, the council will be able to reduce energy use by 92%
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches an electric car club pilot with Zipcar and Zest, introducing 15 EVs and 70 fast chargers to boost clean, accessible transport options. As reported by Hackney, with more than £1 million funded by the
Chiswick (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chiswick School has been officially recognised for delivering outstanding character education, highlighting its commitment to developing well-rounded students. As reported by Chiswick Calender, helping students acquire personal qualities, or “virtues,” that allow them to develop good sense

Kensington & Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lady Martha Sitwell, model and Royal Ascot figure, was harassed by a stalker outside her Kensington home who made ‘strangling noises,’ a court has been told. As reported by Daily mail, according to a court
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A leaked recording reveals Croydon MP Chris Philp knew Brexit would hinder asylum policy, despite previous public claims by the Conservative government. As reported by Inside Croydon, former Conservative government immigration minister and Croydon South MP Chris
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Yorkshire students gain first-hand insight into UK democracy with a visit to Westminster, including a guided tour of the country’s highest court. As reported by Fe News, during a two-day journey to the capital, 14
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
Richmond Upon Thames (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Richmond has recorded the highest number of bicycle thefts at train stations across London, making it the capital’s leading hotspot for cycle-related crime. As reported by South West Londoner, an episode of bicycle theft occurs
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Disturbing photos show dogs found in severe neglect at a Bexleyheath home, where two puppies and an adult dog were discovered dead, sparking investigation. As reported by News Shopper, it was revealed in April that 60-year-old dog
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council launches sustainable renovation of empty properties, aiming to ease the housing crisis and provide homes for homeless families. As reported by Lambeth News, Lambeth has completed a ground-breaking conversion of two formerly vacant council houses
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Home-Start London reveals 86% of Croydon families face cost of living pressures, with many citing financial strain as a major challenge in parenting. As reported by Inside Croydon, the results, which were made public during Maternal Mental