London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A weather alert for thunderstorms and heavy showers is in force across much of southern England and Wales. The Met Office states damage to buildings as a result of lightning strikes, trouble to public transport and flooding
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Around £ 3 million in additional funding has been announced to support women from black and ethnic minority backgrounds in London to escape family violence. Mayor Sadiq Khan expressed some survivors stay with perpetrators because they cannot
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cyclists will be prohibited from riding through the pedestrianized area of Oxford Street under Sadiq Khan’s plans to restrict traffic from the thoroughfare. The mayor Sadiq Khan announced that he had secured Government backing to re-boot seven-year-old
London (London Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Prince and Princess of Wales have contributed to help replenish stock at a south London food bank which had thousands of pounds worth of goods robbed. Southwark Foodbank, which is employed by Pecan on Peckham
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Revised procedures to overhaul Liverpool Street Station will reportedly be “substantially different” to the actual scheme presented to the City of London Corporation last year. The news that modifications were being made to the controversial proposal first
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Met Police officer has been dismissed after he employed “entirely inappropriate” antisemitic language while talking to a colleague. PC Morgan Griffiths, a ward officer based in Dagenham, was discovered to have perpetrated gross misconduct following his
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Southeastern introduces the UK’s first WhatsApp channel for real-time travel updates. It offers customers direct, up-to-the-minute information and private messaging with the control centre for personalized advice. A train operating firm that serves Greater London, East Sussex,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Met has withdrawn some restrictions on a pro-Palestine protest in central London after a row with organizers who claimed they were being ministered unfairly. Police had specified the time and location of the rally but have
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The London Museum has been granted a £50 million growth towards creating its latest home in Smithfield markets. The City of London Corporation and the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan have both committed £25 million towards the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Workers in London have been lagging to return to the office than those in other global cities such as Paris and New York, a report has discovered. London was around the bottom of the pack, with office
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tube drivers are reportedly weighing strike action over the October half period after rejecting a wage gain of £2,500 – an offer which would take the necessary salary to nearly £70,000. What Is the Current Salary Range
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A government report has revealed it is expected to cost £ 340 million to preserve and maintain the devastations of Grenfell Tower and to “realise the vision” of a memorial. Why Is the Cost of Grenfell Tower’s
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Barking and Dagenham Council has undertaken a fundraising page to help devastated families and “get them back on their feet” after a significant fire broke out across a tower block. What Happened in the Dagenham Tower Block
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London has been rated second only to Hong Kong in a global analysis of cities’ efforts to control and treat heart disease. How Did London Secure Its Position as a Leader in Heart Disease Control? The UK
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nearly half of house hunters in London at the start of this year were first-time buyers as cheaper mortgage deals delayed the exodus from the capital, figures from a leading estate agent display. Why Are More First-Time
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Millions of Londoners are anticipated to come out for this weekend’s Notting Hill Carnival as the improving weather catches Saturday’s rain replaced by sunshine. The carnival has developed into Europe’s biggest street party with massive crowds watching
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Tube passenger has been penalized nearly £1,800 by Transport for London (TfL) after repeatedly attempting to pay for journeys with an overdrawn card. How Did the Tube Passenger Accumulate £1,200 in Unpaid Fares? The unknown man
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan is ‘concerned’ by the Government’s decision to permit London City Airport to transport millions more passengers every year, his office has expressed. The mayor has united with several other politicians in expressing environmental problems
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ministers have agreed on plans for London City Airport to expand capacity from 6.5 million to 9 million passengers a year despite complaints from environmental campaigners. What Are the New Plans for London City Airport’s Expansion? The
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London’s Grenfell Tower residents were advised to “stay put for too long” during the blaze which claimed the lives of 72 people, the London Fire Brigade’s chief has stated. What Prompted the Withdrawal of the “Stay Put”
According to Secret London, the city of London witnesses twelve seasons. Currently, we’re in “hell”—the season which follows “the pollening”. Despite experiencing one of the hottest summer’s yet, many are craving outdoor adventures this summer. Some have taken to Taylor Swift-themed jaunts around
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Metropolitan Police have stated they are “well prepared” ahead of Taylor Swift’s run of shows at Wembley Stadium after her Vienna concerts were called off amid an alleged terror plot. The US pop star will finish
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Londoners raised £3,000 to send road sweeper Paul Spiers on a holiday, but Veolia, his employer, refused the funds due to contract restrictions. Instead, Veolia will donate the amount to charity. Why Did Beckenham’s Fundraising Efforts for
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London is set for a heatwave with temperatures rising to 32°C, surpassing previous records. Tropical Storm Debby may push temperatures even higher, potentially causing thunderstorms. How high will temperatures rise during London’s heatwave? London is set to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan has argued with Londoners to check on their mates and neighbours, as Muslims and minority ethnic people have been left terrified after the recent screams. What Did Mayor Sadiq Khan Urge Londoners to Do?
London (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) – More police protection is required at mosques across the capital as Muslims feel “extremely worried” in the wake of far-right demonstrations, the London Liberal Democrats have cautioned. What Are the Recent Threats Facing London’s Muslim Community?
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – House costs in London are £21,000 higher over five years than they would have been if the money had kept speed with the rest of England’s new home building speed, according to a new report. How Have
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Transport for London (TfL) has disbursed almost £ 30 million combatting Tube noise over the last five years, City Hall data has indicated. The transport authority has supported a continual flow of funding into rail grinding works,
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan has revealed a £ 2 million investment package in actions to divert thousands of young people out from violence over the summer holiday. What Activities Are Funded to Divert Young People from Crime? The
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan has recommended the Government to contain “failures in the criminal justice system” which have exacerbated the problem of stalking in London, according to a new report this week. What are the key findings of
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London saw a net loss of 40 pubs last year despite record-high employment in the sector. The closure trend reflects challenges from rising costs and previous government policies. London mourned a net loss of about 40 pubs
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Lord Mayor’s Hot Air Balloon Regatta was cancelled again due to last-minute weather issues. Originally scheduled for July 7, it may now be rescheduled for July 28. What caused the last-minute cancellation of the balloon event?
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to disburse more than £2.5 million on the latest Transport for London diversity training programme. How Will Khan’s £2.5 Million Diversity Training Be Implemented? The Mayor of London is undertaking a four-year
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has stated that “London is a tough environment” as he undertook a recruitment campaign to attempt and increase falling officer numbers. From Thursday, the public will witness the force’s Change Needs
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mayor Sadiq Khan approved the construction of 300 new homes on London’s green belt, citing significant public benefits, including affordable housing and the restoration of Hanworth Park House into a community hub. What are the benefits of
London (Parliament Politics Magazine)– During the State Opening of Parliament and King’s Speech, snipers will be deployed on Whitehall rooftops. How Will Security Measures Protect King’s Speech Ceremony in London? A huge security procedure will be put in place in central London
London (Parliament News) – Westminster City Council will continue free school meals indefinitely for children aged 3-14, thanks to Mayor Sadiq Khan’s commitment, aiming to support families amidst rising costs. Will Free School Meals in Westminster Continue Permanently? Free lunch meals in
London (Parliament News) – Over 5,000 students are suing University College London for not providing in-person teaching during strikes and the pandemic, with further hearings scheduled in July and November. Approximately, 5,000 students are now bringing legal action against one of the
London (Parliament News) – Hundreds of pro-Palestine protestors braved the rain in central London, calling on the recently elected Labour government to take step over the situation in Gaza. Photos show proponents of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) gathering at Russel Square
London (Parliament News) – Londoners are urged to participate in a city-wide pollinator count to assess bee, butterfly, and moth populations. Honeybees dominate, raising concerns over biodiversity and sustainable urban ecosystems. Who is leading the annual pollinator count in London? Londoners are
London (Parliament News) – Tens of thousands of people paraded, many in colourful outfits, in this year’s Pride parade in central London. What were the highlights of London’s 2024 Pride Parade? The annual event, which included the theme #WeAreEverywhere in 2024, is
London (Parliament News) – London remains the most traffic-crowded city in Europe and the third poorest globally, according to an annual survey. How Does London’s Traffic Rank Globally and in Europe? The Inrix global traffic scorecard for 2023 stated speeds in central
London (Parliament News) – London Tunnels, which aims to convert abandoned underground tunnels into a visitor attraction, opted to list in Amsterdam instead of London to raise £30m. London Tunnels, which seeks to convert an abandoned underground web into a visitor attraction,
London (Parliament News) – London is expected to reach 27C next week, making it hotter than popular holiday destinations like the Algarve, Barcelona, and Ibiza, according to BBC Weather, following a wet start to summer. London is likely to be more burning
London (Parliament News) – Waltham Forest Council’s pension team is concerned about investments in businesses linked to Israel due to the ongoing war and potential human rights offences. The council is investigating options to avoid complicity in global violations. Is the Waltham
London (Parliament News) – Animal Rising protesters vandalized a portrait of King Charles at a London gallery, replacing his face with Wallace from “Wallace and Gromit,” protesting against RSPCA-assured farms. They demand RSPCA action. Animal Rising protesters have damaged a new portrait
London (Parliament News) – A Russian cybercriminal group caused a ransomware attack, halting operations in major London NHS hospitals, leading to a significant capacity reduction, affecting tests, surgeries, and blood transfusions. A group of Russian cybercriminals is behind the ransomware seizure that
London (Parliament News) – Concerns rise over declining birth rates and staff morale across North London’s NHS, with proposed maternity unit cuts and issues with trust culture under scrutiny. Declining birth rates and low staff morale and trust across the NHS in
London (Parliament News) – Thousands of Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund fans are flocking to London for the Champions League final at Wembley, expected to boost the city’s economy by £53 million. Thousands of Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund lovers are descending
London (Parliament News) – Mayor Sadiq Khan defends against “anti-motorist” claims, ruling out further Ultra-low emission zone changes, emphasizing safety, and promoting alternative travel options in London. Why Rule Out Further Changes to Ultra-Low Emission Zone? Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged he
