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Free Public Payphones: A Vital Lifeline in the UK

While free calls to Santa from payphones are a festive perk, they highlight the essential role of free public goods for vulnerable groups, from transport to libraries. Discover why their value extends far beyond revenue.

St Pancras has London's best Christmas tree for 2025

Time Out names the 'Powered by Dreams' tree at St Pancras International as London's top festive display for 2025. The stunning creation supports Great Ormond Street Hospital. Discover the magic.

Carnaby Street public realm transformation plans revealed

London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.

Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings

The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.

London's Best Christmas Window Displays 2025

Discover London's most spectacular Christmas displays for 2025, from Fortnum & Mason's crimson lights to Annabel's Narnia wonderland. Plan your festive tour today!

Shard housekeeper's art inspires Christmas lights

Discover how Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, a Shard housekeeper, inspired this year's spectacular Christmas light display. See London's tallest festive show lighting up the sky until January.

Reeves' Budget Crisis: £17.4bn Borrowing Spike

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces budget crisis as borrowing hits £17.4bn in October. Growth Commission proposes £105bn spending cuts to break economic 'doom loop'. Read analysis.

Former Soho toilet to become café or shop

Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.

Texas Schools in Ten Commandments Legal Clash

Texas schools face constitutional crisis as federal and state courts clash over mandatory Ten Commandments displays in classrooms. Discover the legal battle unfolding.

Former Soho toilet set to become café or shop

A former Soho toilet, once notorious as a 'cottaging' spot, is set for a new life as a café or shop. Westminster Council's plan faces criticism over the area's lack of public facilities.

TfL to remove unauthorised flags after abuse

Transport for London confirms it will remove all unauthorised flags from its network after contractors faced abuse and threats. Read the full story on the policy and community impact.

London's Spectacular Firework Displays This Weekend

Discover London's spectacular firework displays lighting up the capital this weekend, from Blackheath's massive free show to Alexandra Palace's iconic festival. Your complete guide to Bonfire Night celebrations across the city.

Prison release fiasco sparks political crisis

A major political crisis erupts as the prison early release scheme descends into chaos, with dangerous offenders mistakenly freed and ministers accused of catastrophic failures.

Prison Crisis: Second Inmate Wrongly Freed

England's prison system faces scrutiny after a second dangerous inmate is mistakenly released, exposing critical failures in security protocols and inmate management.

Bayoh family slams police federation over custody death

The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation after it defended officers involved in the 2015 custody death, calling their position 'deeply offensive' ahead of a landmark public inquiry report.

London's Poppy Displays for Remembrance Sunday

Discover the moving poppy installations across London for Remembrance Sunday 2024, from historic displays at the Tower of London to new commemorations at St Paul's Cathedral.

Taxpayer Millions Funded Mediocre UK Films

Exclusive investigation uncovers how scores of low-profile British film productions received overwhelming public funding despite questionable quality and commercial prospects.

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