Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An independent review team commends Lambeth Council’s performance in key areas after a four-day assessment, highlighting its commitment to equity and justice. The Local Government Association (LGA) conducted the results of a “Corporate Peer Challenge” during its
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – More than 100 child abuse victims may sue Lambeth Council as the government scraps the “time bar rule,” paving the way for long-overdue legal action. The administration declared earlier this month that it will eliminate the three-year
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Friends of the Earth criticizes Network Rail for carrying out works without notifying the community, raising concerns over transparency. The campaign to prevent Network Rail from destroying good trees along the back of the push and
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Council calls for “fundamental changes” to local government funding. It warns of long-term financial risks without urgent reforms to the system. The East London Authority will have a record-breaking £71 million budget deficit going into the
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon residents fear losing vital support as the council ends its 25-year partnership with John Whitgift Foundation, closing the Croydon Carer Support Service. In spite of this, there have been a lot of appeals for the George
Hammersmith and Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A petition demanding fair parking permit prices in Hammersmith & Fulham is set for debate by Cabinet after gaining hundreds of signatures from local residents. Following the introduction of council-approved hikes to parking permits in
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering Police launched community youth events on Monday, February 17, featuring football and basketball to engage local youth and promote positive activities. At Harold Hill’s Central Park, about 100 kids joined officers for the inaugural United in
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police have charged three teenagers after a Croydon shooting left a 17-year-old boy with life-changing injuries. The suspects face attempted murder charges. At approximately 7:40 p.m., police were called to a gunshot in Park Street. They found
Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man has been arrested in Lewisham’s Catford on suspicion of five offences today after a police chase ended in a crash. Investigation is still ongoing. Shortly after 10.20 a.m. today February 17, 2025, a collision occurred
Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A man in his 40s was found with stab wounds on Goodhart Way, West Wickham, Bromley, this morning, February 17. He was rushed to the hospital for treatment. Before taking the man to the hospital, many paramedics
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering’s Rainham residents joined a special sponsored walk on Feb 15 to raise funds for the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS). Margaret Mullane MP led the walk, and Yarns and Tales participants hailed the group when
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The opening of St. Mary’s Cathedral on February 15, 2025, united 500 members of the Assyrian Church of the East community, marking a historic event in Ealing. It was formerly known as St. James’ Church, and after
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow Council seeks public feedback on new School Streets proposals for Bentley Wood High, St Anselm’s Primary, and Earlsmead Primary to improve safety. Until April 2, 2025, the consultation will remain open for seven weeks. How will
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Lambeth’s largest Junior & Youth Open Mic event takes place today, Feb 16, at Brixton JAMM, running from noon to 8 PM, showcasing young musical talent. What makes JOM Open Mic the biggest youth music event
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council launches community consultations on Brockwell Park 2025 festivals, months after events were announced and some tickets already sold out. The initial meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, February 17, 2025. How is Lambeth Council ensuring
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet saw 190 mortgage repossession claims in the year to September, highlighting a rise in homeowners at risk of losing their properties, new data reveals. It comes with an increase in the number of households in England
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barnet Museum secures historic Tudor Hall for community use with a successful £1 million bid, preserving the landmark for local heritage and public benefit. The board of governors for Barnet and Southgate College listed Tudor Hall, which
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Network Rail is carrying out maintenance work in Upminster over three weekends, causing train service disruptions and affecting commuters in Havering. Over the course of three weekends in February and March, Network Rail’s maintenance crews will be
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 14-year-old boy was found with a head injury after a disturbance inside a Boots store in Hammersmith and Fulham, prompting an investigation by authorities. The incident occurred just after 3 p.m. today, February 13,
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tower Hamlets Council launches an £8m Anti-Crime Task Force, deploying dogs to sweep parks for drugs and weapons in a major crackdown on crime. Enforcement officers from Tower Hamlets will collaborate with police under the new
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A dog trapped in a Croydon drainpipe was rescued after firefighters used the scent of a Frankfurter sausage to lure it out, following a walk at Addington Hills. On a wooded slope, Woodey and Quincey, both eight
Southall (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lyn, founder of Southall Food Bank, has been honored in community awards for her vital efforts in tackling food insecurity and supporting local residents. Lyn Hutchinson, an A2Dominion customer, accepted the award for her contribution as a
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Greenwich resident claims a faulty alarm at a nearby Aldi store disrupts sleep, sounding like a “siren” and going off repeatedly, sparking noise concerns. Eve Peacock, a resident of Serica Court for the past three years,
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for Chinese ‘super embassy’ near the Tower of London gained momentum as Tower Hamlets Council admitted it could not challenge the proposal. Tower Hamlets Council acknowledged that it is “no longer in a position to
Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 30-year-old man has died after a stabbing on Oaklands Road, Hanwell in Ealing. The incident occurred around 10:30 pm on February 10, 2025. The man was declared dead immediately after the London Ambulance Service personnel and
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has withdrawn £500,000 in funding for Hackney Carnival to cover daily expenses, putting the event’s future at risk amid a major budget deficit. The borough’s culture chief, Cllr Chris Kennedy, said the decision was unavoidable
Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow Council’s plan to dim street lights to cut costs amid £30M budget shortfall sparks backlash, with critics calling the proposal ‘madness’. If the plan is carried out, the local government would save £200,000 annually by dimming
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Southwark landlord has been fined £4,272 after being guilty of operating an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at Croydon Magistrates’ Court. Following an inspection, Justice Afrifa Smart, who is a householder and the landlord of
Lambeth News (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with a fair at Town Hall and a visit from Cllr Claire Holland and Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson. Cllr. Holland and Bridget Phillipson met local apprentices at Oval Village who
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith & Fulham Council faces 20,000 daily cyberattacks, prompting security measures like anti-phishing and improved firewall rules to protect data. The 20,000 per day rate is considered to be average for an organization of its
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A murder investigation is underway in Hammersmith, after a 36 year-old woman was found dead in her Coulter Road flat following a forced entry attempt. Police were called to a residence on Coulter Road at
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Eligible Islington residents on seven Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits will get a £200 cash payment next month via a post office letter claim. Islington Council is handing out free £200 payouts, adding: “The Household
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Praful Nargund, ex-Labour candidate and think tank director, aims to test the UK’s “red lines” on closer EU ties after losing to Jeremy Corbyn in Islington. Nargund is focusing on a new political endeavor now that Labour
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An open letter from over a dozen campaign groups demands new laws to prevent Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) without community consent. The collaborative effort amongst 15 anti-LTN campaign groups, including Greenwich, Islington, and Lambeth, has been led
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A public consultation on the new Peckham Square plan in Southwark will be held on February 13, 2025, amid ongoing debate over the demolition of Peckham Arch. The renovations will cost £7 million, and a memorial to
Tower Hamlets (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Over 1,000 protestors are set to rally at Royal Mint in Tower Hamlets, opposing China’s proposed ‘mega-embassy’ near the Tower of London with cops onsite. Human rights advocates who disagree with China’s human rights record have
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich council has received dozens of new planning applications, including affordable housing at Morris Walk Estate and illuminating historic landmarks. The proposals for modular homes in Charlton’s Morris Walk Estate are part of a larger revitalization project
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Islington’s Hornsey Reuse Centre in Holloway opened a new pedestrian zone, enabling residents to drop off household items without needing a car or van. The North London Waste Authority’s “user friendly” facility at the Reuse and Recycle
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council completes energy-saving upgrades for hundreds of homes, including loft insulation and new doors/ windows, helping residents cut energy bills. A nationwide initiative to “retrofit” socially rented housing included improvements to over 700 residences throughout the
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hammersmith and Fulham council demands £20.7m from the government for Hammersmith bridge repairs but it is uncertain if they’ll agree to cover the costs. Since the Grade-II* listed crossing was closed in 2019 and a
Kensington And Chelsea (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kensington and Chelsea Council has been told to pay a mum £3,800 plus £200 monthly after leaving her in unsafe, mouldy housing for over two years. According to the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman,
Havering (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Havering officers conducted a Live Facial Recognition operation in Romford Town centre this week, leading to six arrests for burglary, and robbery. This technology keeps Londoners secure and will be used to track down those who have
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A revised proposal for 220 retirement flats on the former Purley Leisure Centre site in Croydon faces 75% public objections, despite lobbying from local MP. More than 2,000 individuals have left comments regarding the planning application on
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southwark Council approves site sale to Weston Homes for a £80m mixed-tenure housing project. It is set to deliver 200 new homes in London. The developer from Essex will propose the Folgate site layout on Old Kent
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Disruption happened on the Elizabethan line between London Paddington, Westminster, and Heathrow Airport this afternoon due to a signaling fault. According to National Rail, all Elizabeth Line, Heathrow Express, and Great Western Railway trains between
City of Westminster (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Westminster event highlighted Cambridgeshire and Peterborough’s key role in UK economic growth on January 27, 2025. It was hosted by combined authority. Politicians, corporate executives, and infrastructure specialists attended the conference to discuss regional
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth councillors are expected to approve a plan today to convert men’s loos into a florist. The project aims to repurpose the disused site for community use. The South London restrooms that Charlie Chaplin is said to
Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London South East Colleges (LSEC) opened the Nido Volans Centre in Lambeth with special support to 40 adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The centre offers specialist provision to 19-25-year-olds. Helen Hayes, the local MP
Hammersmith And Fulham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A serious crash at 11am in Hammersmith and Fulham today causes road chaos as police close Shephard’s Bush Green. Emergency repairs follow a burst water main. The road is closed from A402 Goldhawk Road (Shepherd’s
Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Parents warned that the Silvertown Tunnel’s opening will harm children’s health, fearing increased lorry traffic and pollution risks in Greenwich. Starting on April 7, drivers will be allowed to utilise the new road link beneath the Thames
