House prices slump around London as northern markets rise
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
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West London's 2026 Housing Surge: Major Projects Approved
Kensington and Chelsea gears up for a transformative 2026 with thousands of new homes approved, including Earl's Court and Kensal Canalside. Discover the key developments shaping West London.
Major Changes Coming to Westminster in 2026
Central London's landscape is set for a major overhaul in 2026. Discover the plans for Oxford Street pedestrianisation, new homes, a Trocadero casino, and a Tate Britain garden. Read the full details here.
Natural History Museum to reopen galleries shut for decades
London's Natural History Museum is unlocking two galleries closed since WWII and 2004. Discover the ambitious plans to move millions of specimens and create new public spaces before the museum's 150th anniversary.
High Barnet station 300-home plan rejected
Plans for nearly 300 homes next to High Barnet Underground station have been thrown out by Barnet Council. Read the full story on the local planning controversy.
Christmas bin collection changes in Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington and Chelsea Council confirms revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year, plus details for Christmas tree disposal. Plan your festive waste.
Queen's cousins forced from 40-room manor due to costs
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester left their historic Barnwell Manor in 1995, unable to afford its upkeep despite royal funding. Discover the financial pressures behind the move.
London's Secret WWII Tube Station Hidden For Years
Discover the story of Kensington (Olympia) station, the London Underground stop kept secret for years due to its vital role in the Second World War and its use by Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Cyber Hackers Target London Council Staff on Microsoft Teams
Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by November cyber attack. Staff warned after hackers target individuals via Microsoft Teams. Supplier payments delayed.
274 Chelsea Creek homes approved despite fatigue
Kensington and Chelsea Council greenlights 274-home Lots Road South scheme, including 118 affordable homes, amid resident concerns over two decades of building works.
Earl's Court 4,000-home development approved
A major 4,000-home West London development gets green light from Kensington and Chelsea Council. The £10bn scheme now heads to the Mayor for final approval. Read the latest.
Waleses reveal 2025 Christmas card with family photo
The Prince and Princess of Wales have released their 2025 Christmas card, featuring a family portrait taken in Norfolk. The image symbolises a fresh start following Kate's recovery. Read the full story.
Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
Kensington Palace gardener's killer jailed for 27 years
Elyas Moussa jailed for life for murdering Recorda Davey-Ann Clarke, a Kensington Palace gardener, in a Willesden Green knife attack. Read the full court report.
Four-week lift failure traps elderly in West London
Elderly and disabled residents in a Notting Hill estate have been stranded for four weeks due to a broken lift, with some forced to crawl downstairs. Kensington and Chelsea Council cites a cyber attack for delayed repairs.
Rowans Bowling Alley threatened by 190-home Haringey plan
Haringey Council's draft plan proposes a 190-home development on the site of the iconic Rowans Tenpin Bowl in Finsbury Park. The public consultation ends December 19.
Get a Christmas Card from the Royal Family
Discover the simple steps to receive a festive card from the Prince and Princess of Wales this Christmas. Learn the correct address, posting deadlines, and essential tips to ensure your reply.
London council services may take months to recover from hack
Kensington and Chelsea Council warns residents of prolonged disruption after a 'serious' cyber attack. Bin collections continue but digital services face weeks of issues. Full review promised.
German President's first UK state visit in 27 years
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins a historic three-day state visit to the UK, marked by royal pageantry and a focus on the landmark Kensington Treaty. Read about the renewed partnership.
London Council Cyber Attack: Services Hit & Resident Advice
Three London councils were hit by a major cyber attack, potentially compromising resident data. Here is the full list of affected services and the latest official advice on what to do if you are impacted.
Prince William offers comfort to Gaza children in UK
The Prince of Wales met children evacuated from Gaza for specialist NHS care, moved by their courage. Read the full Kensington Palace statement and details.
London Mayor calls in contested 178-flat Archway plan
Sadiq Khan reconsiders rejected Archway Hospital redevelopment, prompting campaigners to crowdfund a legal fight against what they call 'future slums'. Read the latest.
London Council Cyber Attack: Data Copied in Breach
Kensington and Chelsea Council confirms cyber attackers copied archived data from 2006-2020. Learn how to protect yourself and what services are affected.
JP Morgan's Canary Wharf to be UK's largest office
JP Morgan Chase announces a massive 3 million sq ft tower in Canary Wharf, set to become Britain's biggest office block and house 12,000 workers. Discover how this £1bn economic boost will reshape London's skyline.
New Hotel Planned at Wembley Stadium Steps
London developers reveal plans for a new hotel at the foot of Wembley Stadium's Olympic Steps. The project promises a larger public square and construction could start in 2026.
Landlord fined £7.5k for illegal extension
A West London landlord has been ordered to pay £7,589 after building an 'unattractive' extension without planning permission and ignoring council demands to remove it. Learn more about the case.
McDonald's Earl's Court gets 24-hour licence
A West London McDonald's can now operate 24/7 after agreeing to have a bouncer and ban delivery drivers from 2am to 5am, despite resident fears over antisocial behaviour.
63 new affordable flats approved for Lewisham police station
Lewisham councillors have unanimously approved plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 new affordable homes. The resident-led Phoenix Community Housing will deliver the 100% affordable scheme.
Earl's Court 2,500-home development approved
A major £10bn plan to build thousands of new homes in West London's Earl's Court has cleared its first hurdle. Discover how this new district will transform a 40-acre brownfield site.
4,000-home Earl's Court development gets green light
A major £10bn regeneration of Earl's Court gets planning permission, promising 4,000 homes, a cinema, and a live music venue for West London. Discover the details.
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