Hillingdon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hillingdon Council’s £70 green waste collection scheme has seen fewer sign-ups than expected, raising concerns over uptake and service value. In an attempt to fill budget gaps, Hillingdon Council implemented a £70 subscription for a previously free
Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has refused calls to remove England flags displayed along Coulsdon Road, saying they pose no issue and can remain in place. Last week, Jason Perry, the unsuccessful mayor of Croydon, boasted on television about having
Wandsworth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new Wandsworth scheme aims to curb dangerously parked e-bikes and e-scooters, tackling safety risks on pavements and improving accessibility. Although most users of e-bikes and e-scooters use them in a responsible and courteous manner, the few
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 (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 (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
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 (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Police in Greenwich have arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of murder following the death of a 29-year-old woman. Investigations remain ongoing. At 10:20 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27, police received a report of a stabbing at
Barnet (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A major fire destroyed homes on Silkstream Road, Burnt Oak. A fundraiser has been launched to support affected families as the Barnet community rallies together. Locals are being asked to donate if they can, with the money
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.
Southwark (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new community gallery and kitchen in Peckham moves closer to opening after securing £1,000 in building materials to transform a disused Southwark building. The group, known as Arcade, just obtained a ten-year lease on a property
Harrow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 27-year-old man from Harrow will run a half marathon this October, raising vital funds for Crohn’s & Colitis UK in support of those living with the condition. At the age of 16, Jamie from Harrow received
