South Londoners oppose 29-metre Kingston University building
Kingston residents unite against a proposed 29-metre university tower, citing threats to a village green, schools, and a rare chalk stream. Read the local campaign's fight.
Category : Search result: Kingston planning permission
Barking nightclub operated without planning permission
Eutopia Warehouse in Barking has held raves and festivals since June without council approval. Enforcement is on hold as owners prepare a new application. Read the latest on this planning row.
Clarkson wins planning battle for Oxfordshire pub
Jeremy Clarkson secures permission to expand parking at his Cotswolds pub, The Farmer's Dog, after a year-long council dispute over traffic impact. Read the full story.
Elland Road Expansion to 53,000 Seats Approved
Leeds United secure planning permission to redevelop Elland Road, boosting capacity to 53,000 and achieving UEFA Category Four status. Historic day for the club.
Landlords fined £700k for illegal 'shoebox' flats
Two landlords have been ordered to pay £679,142 after illegally converting a family home into six cramped flats. Brent Council vows to crack down on rogue operators.
Norfolk influencer's £30k Pilates studio sparks planning row
A 24-year-old influencer faces backlash from neighbours after opening a £30,000 garden Pilates studio without permission in Kings Lynn. The council's decision is due on January 12.
Harrow approves 63 flats on ex-Iceland site with no affordable homes
Harrow Council greenlights 63-flat development on a former Iceland store site, but expresses 'disappointment' as the project delivers no affordable housing. Read the full details.
Man guilty of fake uniform at Remembrance ceremony
A 65-year-old man admitted to wearing an unauthorised Rear Admiral uniform with 12 medals at a Remembrance Sunday service in Wales. Discover the full story of the deception uncovered by online sleuths.
Purley's new leisure centre and homes get GLA green light
Plans for a new Purley leisure centre with a 25m pool and over 200 later-living homes have moved forward after the GLA decided not to intervene. Construction could start in 2026.
Hull's Transformation into a Top Travel Destination
Kingston upon Hull, once dubbed a 'c**p town', is now a National Geographic top destination. Discover its cultural gems, maritime history, and why 2026 is the year to visit.
Female Footballers' ACL Injury Risk Under the Microscope
Fulham's Beau Parker faces a second ACL recovery as Kingston University research, backed by FIFA, investigates why women are 2-7 times more susceptible. Discover the findings.
Colliers Wood tower plans face backlash after £3m safety bill
Criterion Capital faces fierce local opposition to three new tower blocks near Colliers Wood Tube after a falling window pane from its existing building left Merton Council with a £3 million safety bill. Councillors say trust is broken.
Teen charged with murder after fatal stabbing in Surrey
A 23-year-old man was stabbed to death near a pub on the London-Surrey border. A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder. Police are appealing for information.
Design education pioneer Peter Lloyd-Jones dies aged 92
Peter Lloyd-Jones, who shaped UK design education at Kingston and pioneered TV design courses, has died. Read about his legacy bridging science and art.
Hackney's MOTH Club faces threat from flats development
Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
London burglary gang jailed for 57 years
A London-based burglary gang has been sentenced to a total of over 57 years in prison for a series of break-ins across the South East. Read the full details of the police operation.
Critical Incident at Kingston Railway Station
A person is fighting for life after falling on tracks at Kingston station during rush hour. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Universal Studios UK Theme Park Gets Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission near Bedford. The £500m part-publicly funded project promises 8,000 jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Read the full details.
Bromley's £4m Archive Plan Divides Orpington Locals
Bromley Council's £3.9m plan for a new archive in Priory Gardens is labelled 'disgusting cultural vandalism' by objectors. The council insists it's vital for heritage. Have your say before Dec 19.
Universal Studios UK Park Gets Government Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has received planning permission near Cambridgeshire, promising 8,000 jobs and a massive £50 billion economic boost. Discover the details.
Brockwell Live submits first planning application for 2026
South London residents can now comment on Brockwell Park festival plans after a legal ruling. The 2026 programme seeks permission for 32 event days, but the Lambeth Country Show is cancelled.
15-storey student tower approved for Southwark Tube station
Plans for a 15-storey student tower above Southwark Tube station have been re-approved after the station gained Grade II-listed status. The scheme includes 429 student rooms and 44 new council homes.
Major £650m Plans Submitted for Lewisham Retail Park
Amro Partners submits plans to redevelop Lewisham Retail Park into a major new neighbourhood with 1,452 homes, student accommodation, and a food hall. Read the full details.
Cinderella Review: Modern Panto at Rose Theatre, Kingston
Chris Bush and Roni Neale's modern Cinderella at the Rose Theatre, Kingston, blends rap, a magical microwave & heartfelt songs. Runs until 4 January. Discover the festive twist.
Police Officer Jailed for £50k Burglary and Harassment
A serving City of London Police officer has been sentenced to over three years for stealing £50,000 in a burglary and harassing his partner. Read the full details of the case.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
Appeal for 43-storey tower near Bevis Marks withdrawn
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
Gender pension gap grows to 32%, report finds
The gender pension gap has widened to 32%. Scottish Widows expert Jill Henderson asks if a new, digitally-native generation of women can close it through better tools and support. Discover the data.
New 'Spoons pub planned for The Strand near Charing Cross
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Chinese Open-Source AI Disrupts Silicon Valley's Centralised Model
Insights from Singapore reveal China's AI surge through open-source models, challenging US market dominance and raising questions about Western investment strategies. Discover the global shift.
Page 1 of 4