Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is projected to spend nearly £40m on temporary workers this year as it struggles to recruit and retain specialist employees. According to financial reports released by Hackney Council last month, the local government anticipates spending
A historic artwork has been rescued and relocated to a Royal Greenwich primary school, preserving local heritage for future generations.
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Recent data shows adult smoking rates in Barnet remain lower than the UK average, highlighting ongoing local health improvements in recent years. It comes as Parliament is presently reviewing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which would change
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A luxury London developer has acquired the Stanmore Gardens site in Harrow for a £180m residential-led project behind the shops on Stanmore Broadway. The 2.58-acre property was acquired by Gracie Group from Notting Hill Genesis. The company
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Some food businesses in Bexley have been told to improve hygiene standards after October inspections revealed issues requiring urgent attention. Throughout the month, environmental health officers visited locales throughout the city and rated them according to safety
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A renowned Paris bakery is set to open its first London location in Covent Garden, Islington, bringing its signature pastries and Parisian flair to the city The love child of pals Giovanni and Baptiste, “Copains” (French for
Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Islington Council faces backlash over a new 10mph speed limit on a main road, with drivers calling it “ridiculous” and cyclists saying it’s unworkable. Even bikes have exceeded a temporary 10 mph speed limit in a busy
Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Dartford arrested four men after spotting a motorbike theft in progress near Bexley, following swift intervention by local officers. Officers observed a Land Rover Discovery driving by them on University Way with its charge open
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Duxbury was honoured as ‘Customer Champion’ at the Croydon Energy Awards, recognising the company’s outstanding commitment to customer service. This week, Connie Duxbury, the original CEO of Croydon Community Energy and sometimes a guest on our Croydon
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Former Met police officer, who resigned last year after allegations of using sex workers and committing fraud while on duty, now faces an IOPC probe. As reported by The Guardian, Imran Patel reportedly used sex workers
