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Greenwich social housing wins design award

Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greenwich’s largest social housing scheme has won a prestigious Housing Design Award, highlighting innovation and quality in the Royal Borough. A renowned Housing Design Award has been given to Kidbrooke Park Road North, Greenwich, the initial phase

Wandsworth launches 5-year sexual health strategy

Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has launched a new five-year strategy to improve sexual and reproductive health for residents of all age groups across the borough. In addition to celebrating recent achievements, such as a 41.9% decrease in new HIV

Wandsworth welcomes 3-year extension of HAF programme

Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wandsworth Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to extend the Holiday Activities and Food programme for three years, helping thousands of children. The announcement follows Juliet Chua, one of the Department for Education’s (DfE) most senior leaders

Hounslow’s Meadowbank hub welcomes Cranford library

Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Cranford Library is relocating to Hounslow Council’s Meadowbank Centre, which will be transformed into the Meadowbank Community Hub and Library. In October, the new Community Hub and Library will open, less than 500 meters from Cranford Library’s

Ealing Council fines shisha venues over law violations

Ealing (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two Park Royal shisha restaurants have been fined thousands after repeatedly flouting smoking laws, despite multiple warnings from Ealing Council. Despite earlier warnings that shisha smoking was prohibited, council officers found the activity occurring in enclosed areas

Harrow residents invited to Cuppa with a Copper

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow residents can meet local officers at new Cuppa with a Copper events, offering advice, support, and a chance to raise community concerns. 12 community and professional organizations came together for the most recent “Cuppa with a

Orpington plumber stole £80k from elderly mother

Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Orpington plumber Adrian Hilton stole £80,000 from his elderly mother in Bromley, abusing trust in a shocking case of family financial theft. Last Wednesday, August 27, Adrian Hilton, 65, of Pleasance Road, appeared at Woolwich Crown Court

Lambeth Council criticised over social housing neglect

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council has been heavily criticised for ‘neglect’ and ‘disregard’ in managing social housing, sparking anger among residents and campaigners. The council was criticized in an independent study that, according to opposition council members, “shows a pattern

Islington charity ends Philip Walker’s 22-year tenure

Islington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An Islington charity protecting an “architectural treasure” has appointed a new chair, ending Philip Walker’s remarkable 22-year leadership. Union Chapel’s board of trustees will be led by Ken Beech, who will make sure the civic charity and

Police incident blocks Long Elmes in Harrow Weald

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Long Elmes in Harrow Weald was blocked following a police incident, causing delays for drivers and residents in the area. Due to a police incident, Long Elmes in Harrow Weald is closed in both directions this evening,

Counterfeit labubu dolls seized in Sutton

Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hundreds of counterfeit Labubu dolls have been seized in Sutton, with trading standards warning they pose a serious safety risk to children. A London authority has warned that the rise in fake Labubu dolls presents a “serious

Bexley station subway to close permanently

Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The pedestrian subway at Bexley railway station will be closed permanently next week due to safety concerns, ending its use as a crossing point. After safety inspections found long-term hazards to passengers and the railway above, Southeastern

Lewisham Council pays £9,400 over mouldy flat

Lewisham (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A mother has been awarded £9,400 after Lewisham Council left her sick child living in a damp, mouldy flat, exposing serious housing and health concerns. After receiving a life-threatening diagnosis, the woman’s youngest kid had to spend

One Bromley to lead neighbourhood health services

Bromley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – South East London ICB has named One Bromley Partnership as the new health service integrator for Bromley, hosted by King’s College Hospital NHS Trust. The foundation trust will host the partnership, which will be established as a

Hounslow residents oppose Hogarth roundabout plans

Hounslow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hounslow residents are stepping up objections to the Hogarth roundabout development, raising concerns over traffic, safety, and community impact. The Mayor of London is now debating whether to construct a high-rise, mixed complex of residences and workplaces

Croydon hosts two-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon marked Ganesh Chaturthi with a vibrant two-day festival, bringing the community together for prayers, cultural programs, music, and traditional rituals. Over the weekend, Krishna Avanti Primary School hosted Croydon Mitra Mandal’s Ganesh Utsav, a two-day celebration

Zack Polanski elected as new Green Party leader

London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Green Party elects Zack Polanski as leader, pledges radical media push and direct challenge to Labour and Reform UK. As reported by The Guardian, Zack Polanski won Green Party leadership in England and Wales, aiming to advance

Wandsworth expands free school meals for pupils

Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hundreds more Wandsworth secondary pupils will now receive free school meals daily under the council’s Access for All scheme, easing family costs and aiding focus. The Wandsworth council is greatly increasing the eligible cohort as children return

Bexley Council reviews plans for dozen new homes

Bexley (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Plans for more than a dozen new homes are among the latest planning applications submitted to Bexley Council, marking fresh housing proposals in the borough. In Sidcup, an application has been submitted to construct two two-story structures

Harrow to get new Asda Express store this autumn

Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Harrow has been named among the new locations set to open an Asda Express store this autumn as part of the supermarket’s nationwide expansion plan. Beginning with a location in Castleford, the company announced that it will

New theatre and live music venue opens in Sutton

Sutton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new venue for theatre, cinema and live music has been completed in Sutton, marking a major boost for the town’s cultural and entertainment scene. After a 15-month program of work, Sutton Community Academy has been given

Greenwich Council receives Woolwich development plans

Greenwich (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Developers have submitted plans to Greenwich Council for a mixed-use scheme at the east ventilation shaft of Woolwich Elizabeth Line station on Arsenal Way. Berkeley Homes’ plan consists of four structures encircling a central pedestal with landscaping.

Croydon Council reviews Webb Estate Conservation plans

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council is consulting on proposals after reviewing the Webb Estate and Upper Woodcote Village Conservation Areas Appraisal and Management Plan. Residents’ opinions were heard during the Council’s recent review of the conservation area, which was established

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