Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council Leader attended a community drop-in event at Battersea Park and St Mary’s, engaging with residents on local issues and concerns. Residents asked concerns during the morning’s Q&A session regarding the council’s efforts to address issues
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nursing home residents in Croydon scored a remarkable victory in the annual match, showcasing skill, spirit, and community pride in a heartwarming event. Down at Whitgift House in South Croydon, they play a cruel game of croquet.
The Open House Festival London 2025 is the capital’s finest annual festival to celebrate architecture, urban spaces and the people and communities that create them (whether they be past, present or future). Running from September 13 – 21, 2025, Open House Festival
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tens of thousands joined far-right activist Tommy Robinson’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in London, as 1,000 police monitored counter-protests. As reported by The Standard, central London sees a huge turnout for far-right marches and anti-racism counter-demonstrations. London
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London Mayor Sadiq Khan and his team flew 473,000 air miles over eight years, producing 43 tonnes of carbon while attending international events. Sir Sadiq Khan has flown a distance nearly equivalent to a round trip to
Waltham Forest (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Waltham Forest Council will pay £7,000 in compensation after a homeless family was left in unsuitable B&B accommodation for nine months. The family spent 41 weeks in the B&B, which is 35 weeks longer than the
City of Westminster News (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A debate over Oxford Street governance erupted into a row as Westminster Council faced criticism for its plan to hand control of the landmark road to the Mayor. The commotion began when Cllr. Paul
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council announced plans to remove vehicles with covered or obscured number plates as part of its enforcement drive to tackle illegal parking. The action targets cars with concealed license plates that are left on public roads.
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Colin McSweeny, a Croydon fireman jailed for killing his son with a scaffolding pole, has died in prison, authorities have confirmed. According to the prison watchdog, a former firefighter died in prison after bludgeoning his adoptive kid
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Beryl Carr, a 103-year-old volunteer at an Ealing hospital café, has been named the world’s oldest female volunteer, inspiring admiration worldwide. Beryl Carr, who works as a cashier and enjoys creating sandwiches, volunteers one day a week
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s Year 6 pupils have delivered outstanding 2025 KS2 SATs results, placing the borough joint first in England in provisional rankings. According to recently published data from the Department for Education, 76 percent of Hackney students achieved
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police have named the man killed in a Lambeth shooting this week as 27-year-old Kyrone Moodie, as investigations into the fatal attack continue. On Monday night, September 8, Kyrone and another guy were shot and killed on
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith and Fulham Civic Campus opening soon’s new Civic Campus complex is set to open to the public within six months, with an estimated opening date now confirmed. The King Street property will be transformed
Southwark (Parliament News) – Southwark councillors have approved plans for 1,434 student rooms next to Elephant and Castle station, marking a major boost for local accommodation. According to London & Regional Properties Ltd.’s plans, student housing will be constructed in two tower
Greenwich (Parliament News) – Troubadour Theatres will open a new 3,000-seat venue on Greenwich Peninsula in 2026, set to become one of London’s largest cultural spaces. On a plot of land on the east side of the peninsula, next to the cable
Waltham Forest (Parliament News) – A Salvation Army charity shop in Walthamstow has been shortlisted for a national award. Public votes are open until Thursday, 2nd October. “Sally in the Stow” is a contender for the London Favourite Charity Shop Award in
Barking and Dagenham (Parliament News) – Four people have been arrested in Dagenham and Essex in a housing fraud investigation involving a company owned by Barking and Dagenham Council. The investigation centres on alleged fraud involving BD Reside, a housing company operated
Southwark (Parliament News) – A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a teenager was fatally attacked outside a McDonald’s on Old Kent Road in Southwark. This is the fifth arrest in the case of the murder of 17-year-old Yeray Sanchez-Morales.
Ealing (Parliament News) – Ealing launches its first Climate Week with events including school uniform swaps, repair cafes, energy-saving advice, and a community cycle ride. From September 20–28, the subject of Better Living will be present at over 40 events. Each is
Lewisham (Parliament News) – Lewisham Council has cancelled plans to turn abandoned swimming baths into a cinema and housing after the developer said they could no longer afford it. Plans to convert the Grade-II listed Victorian baths into 33 residences and a
Wandsworth (Parliament News) – Battersea residents say they have “lost everything” after a fire ripped through Wandsworth council flats, leaving families homeless and unable to return. The fire that destroyed the fourth floor and roof area of Fox House, located on Maysoule
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has chosen Croydon’s Whitgift Centre as the set for her new movie, putting the landmark shopping hub in the cinematic spotlight. The Whitgift Centre in Croydon, which was once the town’s pride but
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lewisham residents can now attend free sewing sessions to mend clothes, thanks to a partnership between Make Mee Studio and the council’s waste team. Nearly 300 garments have been mended or are undergoing repair during the last
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for Greenwich leisure centre redevelopment now include 75 extra homes, but a local pub faces demolition to make way for the expanded project. Later this year, Woolwich’s new recreational center in Greenwich will open, marking the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney juice bar Faith in Nature’s Juices has been refused permission for four outdoor tables, with the owner calling the council’s decision “ridiculous.” The proprietor of Hackney‘s Faith in Nature’s Juices claimed that after waiting years for
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Jason Ofori has been appointed as the new Headteacher of Chestnut Park Primary in Croydon, marking a new chapter for the thriving GLF school. In its most recent inspection, Ofsted rated Chestnut Park as “Outstanding,” citing its
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The shortlist for the 2024 Young Ealing Foundation Awards has been unveiled, celebrating youth achievements and supporters ahead of the borough’s big event. The awards, which are organized by the Young Ealing Foundation (YEF), will be held
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cllrs Sam Foster and Ketzia Harper have been suspended from Labour after defying the party whip in July’s Southwark leadership vote, now listed as independent. During a full council meeting on July 9, Cllr King was formally
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Flood prevention works in Kenley, Croydon, will lead to traffic diversions as the council takes steps to protect residents from future flood risks. Following years of local complaints and earlier, disjointed attempts to address the problem, flood
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council leader condemned “horrendous antisemitism” after a spate of antisemitic attacks on buildings in the borough, vowing stronger action. According to a Jewish News story from yesterday, police were looking into two attacks on Golders Green
Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police arrested a man in Hillingdon after an incident at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 4. Investigations are ongoing into the security scare. At approximately 5 p.m. yesterday, September 8, emergency personnel were contacted regarding a reported incident at
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council leader Cllr Shantanu Rajawat has proposed trialling flexible voting in upcoming local elections to make voting easier for residents. If local governments are selected to participate in the pilot program, their suggestions for flexible voting
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – New managers of a public library in Croydon have turned to crowdfunding to keep the service running, calling on community support to sustain operations. Only now, after a year of delay, are “plans” for the future of
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – West London NHS Trust, serving Ealing residents, has been ranked 10th out of 61 non-acute trusts in England in the government’s new league tables. The National Operating Framework’s quarterly tables are intended to establish uniform guidelines for
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 19-storey tower block has been approved in Bromley town centre, marking a major step in the borough’s urban development and regeneration plans. The 138-home plan was approved by Bromley council members eight to seven during a
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ealing Hospital NHS Trust has been ranked 23rd in the government’s first-ever league tables, assessing performance across NHS trusts in England. As part of a government initiative to “raise standards and ensure better value for patients and
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An Ealing Lib Dem councillor spearheaded an enforcement drive in Hanger Hill, removing abandoned cars after years of complaints from locals. The ward’s councillor, Jonathan Oxley, collaborated with police and council personnel to address a persistent issue
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow’s Planning Committee has unanimously approved the Griffin Park redevelopment, paving the way for 149 high-standard homes on the historic site. Under the direction of developer EcoWorld and architects HTA Design, the project will turn the property
Redbridge (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court accused of attempted murder following an alleged arson attack at an Indian restaurant in Redbridge. At approximately 9 p.m. on August 22, three masked men entered Indian Aroma, which is
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The London Mayor has rejected Reform’s proposal to pull Bromley out of the Greater London Authority, calling the move divisive and impractical. After winning the Bromley Common and Holwood by-election last month, Alan Cook the party’s first
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police confirmed 890 terrorism-related arrests nationwide, with Croydon activists among those detained in the UK’s latest security crackdown. Following directives from the Labour administration to stifle free speech while actual crimes were being committed throughout the capital,
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police confirmed 17-year-old Yeray Sanchez-Morales died in hospital on September 3, a week after being stabbed on Old Kent Road in Southwark. On Monday, September 1, one of his alleged murderers, who was only 15 years old,
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Lambeth report warns rogue traders are “thriving” as trading standards teams face severe strain, raising concerns over consumer protection and enforcement. With more than 318,000 residents and 13,000 enterprises, Lambeth only has two trading standards officers
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council has launched a six-week consultation on creating a Brixton Neighbourhood Forum, giving residents more influence over planning and development. This entails establishing priorities, forming policies, and assisting in directing future development in a manner that
Kensington and Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mental health charity SMART says Kensington & Chelsea Council locked it out of its offices with little notice, leaving it without premises weeks later. Operating out of a building’s basement near Chelsea and Westminster Hospital,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour peer Harriet Harman urges a strict ban on sexual relations in chambers, citing widespread harassment and calling for radical reforms to protect juniors. As reported by The Guardian, Harriet Harman suggested banning sexual relations between barristers
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Council has approved controversial plans for a twelve-storey, 238-room hotel in Finchley town centre, sparking debate over local impact. The structure, slated for 1-4 Shakespeare Road, will take the place of two semi-detached houses, a Bright
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – High Barnet’s main Post Office is set for a franchise takeover this week, with plans to relocate to larger premises to expand and modernize services. An additional ten hours of operation per week, including Saturday and Sunday
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets Council has approved the Orchard Wharf redevelopment, paving the way for new homes, jobs, and revitalized riverfront space. On September 3, a Tower Hamlets council meeting authorized the huge Orchard Wharf regeneration project. Hundreds
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon to lead £18.4m government work scheme has been chosen to lead a £18.4m government scheme aimed at boosting work opportunities and supporting local employment. Business groups have criticized the government’s £338 million “Connect to Work” program,
