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7 Londoners prosecuted for Blue Badge misuse
Croydon Council has named and shamed seven residents prosecuted for misusing disabled parking badges, with fines totalling over £6,000. Read the full story.
Croydon Mayor pledges transparency after secret payments
Croydon Council pledges greater spending transparency after data reveals over half its suppliers were kept secret. Mayor Jason Perry commits to reform. Read the full story.
CCTV released after Croydon tram sexual assault
British Transport Police seek man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a Croydon tram in broad daylight. Call 0800 40 50 40 with information.
Starmer: Croydon 'underfunded for a very long time'
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces Fair Funding changes to help Croydon Council tackle its £1.4bn debt. New measures promise £40m annually for three years. Read the latest.
Labour MPs urge ban on crypto political donations
Senior Labour figures call for government action to prohibit cryptocurrency donations to political parties, citing transparency and national security risks. Read the full story.
Croydon stabbing: Woman found with multiple wounds
A woman is in a stable condition after being stabbed multiple times in South Croydon. Police have cordoned off the scene and are urgently searching for a suspect. Call 101 with information.
Croydon garden destroyed by bin lorry, no compensation
A Veolia bin lorry destroyed a South Norwood community garden in March 2025. Volunteers from People for Portland Road are still waiting for promised compensation and a replacement tree nearly a year later.
Selhurst Park redevelopment moves forward as final house bought
Crystal Palace FC has purchased the last private home needed to demolish six houses on Wooderson Close, clearing the path for the long-awaited Selhurst Park Main Stand upgrade. Read the latest on the 34,000-capacity plans.
Trinity School Croydon expansion plans for girls revealed
Trinity School in Shirley, Croydon, has unveiled major expansion plans to welcome girls for the first time, aiming for 1,400 pupils by 2031. Read the full details.
Congress seeks special master for Epstein files release
US congressmen accuse the Justice Department of violating the law by failing to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents. They demand court intervention for full transparency.
Martin Lewis' 3 Council Tax Checks for Refunds & Discounts
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals three crucial checks to see if you're overpaying council tax. You could be owed £100s in discounts or a backdated refund of thousands.
Royal Lack of Transparency Requires Constitutional Change
Historian Paul McGilchrist argues the monarchy's opaque operations are an affront to democracy. Calls grow for parliamentary accountability and codified ethics for the royal family.
Ministers warned over meetings with watchlisted lobbyist
NSW ministers have been instructed not to meet alone with prominent lobbyist Eamonn Fitzpatrick or his firm, EJF Advisory, after it was placed on a watchlist for breaches of the lobbying code. Learn about the details and political connections involved.
Person dies after being hit by train at Croydon station
A person has died after being struck by a train at Coulsdon South station in Croydon. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Services were suspended for hours.
Council worker busted for secretly juggling 2 full-time jobs
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
Croydon crash: Two in hospital, two arrested, road closed
A serious two-car collision on London Road, Thornton Heath, has left two men in hospital and two in police custody. The road remains closed for investigation. Read the latest updates.
A23 London Road closed after Thornton Heath crash
A major collision has shut the A23 London Road in Thornton Heath, Croydon, causing significant disruption. Three London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic updates and details here.
Croydon's Biggest Projects Set for 2026 Progress
From the long-awaited Westfield plans to a new town centre park and Crystal Palace's stadium expansion, discover the major developments shaping Croydon in 2026.
Major Croydon road closures in Jan & Feb 2026
A complete guide to planned roadworks and closures across Croydon in early 2026, affecting major routes like the Flyover and High Street. Plan your journeys.
How Ro Khanna's Bipartisan Strategy Forced Epstein Files Release
US Representative Ro Khanna reveals how building alliances across the political divide led to the rapid passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act and other major legislative wins. Discover his formula for bipartisan success.
9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.
Asylum seekers train for construction jobs in Croydon
Asylum seekers in Croydon are learning vital construction skills to gain employment and leave temporary hotel accommodation. A local initiative provides training and qualifications, fostering integration and hope.
Fans fight back against new wave of ticket fees
Music fans are demanding transparency after being charged a 'restoration fee' for concerts at brand-new venues. Discover how hidden charges add up and what's being done.
FBI finds over 1 million new potential Epstein documents
US authorities have identified a massive new trove of over a million documents potentially linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Lawyers are working to review them for release. Read the latest.
Trump reacts to Bill Clinton photos in Epstein files
Donald Trump says he 'hated' seeing photos of Bill Clinton in the newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents. Get the latest on the political fallout and statements from both sides.
Trump on Epstein Files: 'Innocent' Reputations at Risk
Donald Trump expresses sympathy for figures like Bill Clinton after the release of Jeffrey Epstein documents, criticising the damage to those who 'innocently met' him. Read the latest.
Senate to Sue DoJ Over Partial Epstein Files Release
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are pushing for legal action against the Justice Department for missing the legal deadline to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents. Discover the political fallout.
Epstein survivor: DoJ 'broke law' with redacted files
Jeffrey Epstein's earliest known survivor, Jess Michaels, tells Sky News the Department of Justice violated the Epstein Transparency Act with its heavily redacted document release. She describes 'wilful blindness' around the financier.
Croydon Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Croydon Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for Christmas tree recycling. Find your new collection day here.
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