London Tourist Tax Threatens Hospitality Collapse
Central London Alliance warns proposed tourist tax could shutter businesses and damage London's competitiveness. Industry leaders demand rethink of economically harmful policy.
Central London Alliance warns proposed tourist tax could shutter businesses and damage London's competitiveness. Industry leaders demand rethink of economically harmful policy.
Readers debate Reform UK's Russian connections as ex-MEP Nathan Gill gets 10.5 years for bribes. Should Farage investigate his own party? Join the discussion.
Readers question Reform UK's Russian connections after former MEP Nathan Gill admits taking £40,000 in bribes for pro-Russia speeches. Join the debate on political integrity.
Vladimir Putin rejects Europe's peace proposal, responding with a deadly aerial bombardment in Kharkiv. Key details on the stalled talks and the international response.
Prominent Canadian author Thomas King discovers genealogist found no evidence of Cherokee ancestry. Read his emotional response and the implications for his literary legacy.
Rishi Sunak leads cross-party alliance demanding NHS prostate cancer screening for high-risk men. Over 100 MPs urge action following David Cameron's diagnosis. Join the call for equitable healthcare.
The UK and 32 nations express serious concern as the International Paralympic Committee lifts suspensions on Russia and Belarus. Discover the ongoing dispute.
IPC president defends Russia's Paralympic reinstatement, stating wars don't breach constitution. UK among 33 nations expressing serious concern over decision.
IPC president explains Russia and Belarus reinstatement despite UK and 32 nations' concerns. Discover why wars don't breach Paralympic constitution.
Exclusive report on Western families leaving for Russia, citing 'woke' policies and persecution. Over 2,000 apply for Putin's new visa scheme. Discover their stories.
Over 2,000 Westerners, including a Texan family, have applied for Russia's 'shared values' visa, seeking refuge from what they call 'woke' policies. Discover their journey.
A draft of Donald Trump's 28-point peace plan for Ukraine reveals requirements for Kyiv to cede territory and limit military size. Read the full analysis of the controversial proposal.
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.
The UK government has officially banned ticket reselling for profit, a move championed by artists like Radiohead. The crackdown aims to save consumers £112m annually from exploitative tout practices.
Sorfequiline, a new antibiotic, demonstrates stronger action against tuberculosis in recent trials, potentially revolutionising treatment for the disease that killed 1.23 million last year.
South Korea's decision to close all coal-fired power plants by 2040 signals major risks for Australia's thermal coal exports. Experts urge pivot to green industries.
A 64-year-old man from Harlech has been arrested after allegedly impersonating a decorated rear admiral during Llandudno's Remembrance Sunday service. Discover the full story of this military impostor case.
Dante Forrest convicted of murdering Marvin Dickson in Wood Green, leaving the body in a bath for 10 days. A neighbour's report of a 'dreadful smell' led police to the scene. Read the full story.
Sanjeev Gupta's Liberty Steel is under investigation in Romania for embezzlement and tax evasion. The probe adds to the tycoon's troubles following the loss of his key UK operation. Read the latest developments.
The future of the controversial 'Tesco Towers' development in North London is uncertain after Notting Hill Genesis withdrew from the 504-home project. Discover the local reaction.
The leader and deputy leader of Brent Conservatives have been blocked from standing in the 2026 local elections, following a similar purge of eight Labour councillors. Discover the political upheaval in this North London borough.
A new survey reveals one-third of US museums have lost government grants since Trump took office, forcing programme cancellations and threatening their future. Discover the impact on cultural institutions.
Top industry leaders call for regulatory reform and cultural investment to sustain London's global position. Discover the key insights from the Central London Alliance panel.
Mikel Merino's impressive stint as Arsenal's auxiliary striker could end with key attackers returning from injury. Will the 'fantastic' Spaniard keep his place for the North London derby?
Manchester City are monitoring frustrated Arsenal defender Ben White for a January move. Meanwhile, Tottenham's 'unbelievable' Mohammed Kudus prioritises the North London derby.
Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli and Viktor Gyokeres are all pushing to be fit for Arsenal's crucial north London derby against Tottenham on November 23. Get the latest team news.
Atletico Ottawa clinched the Canadian Premier League title after a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory in a -8ºC blizzard, featuring a stunning 'icicle kick' from David Rodriguez.
League One clubs Portsmouth and Preston dealt significant injury blows that could dramatically improve Millwall's Championship survival prospects in dramatic season twist.
Russell Martin's Southampton continue their relentless promotion push as QPR produce a stunning comeback victory against Preston in an action-packed Championship evening.
Two criminals who used Grindr to target and burgle gay men in their homes have been found guilty at Wood Green Crown Court in a landmark case highlighting dating app safety concerns.