A London Assembly Member calls for the capital's £51bn pension pool to increase investment in affordable housing, potentially unlocking thousands of new homes and tackling the housing crisis.
Reform UK has selected Westminster councillor Laila Cunningham as its candidate for the 2028 London mayoral election. She vows a 'war on crime' and challenges Sadiq Khan's record.
Mayor Sadiq Khan announces two new Superloop express bus services for 2026, connecting North Greenwich to Abbey Wood and Gants Hill to Rainham. Get the full details and maps.
London faces nearly two weeks of rain and sleet from January 7, but temperatures will rise to 8C. Get the full BBC forecast and health alerts here.
London's Severe Weather Emergency Protocol is now active, providing emergency shelter for rough sleepers as temperatures plunge below freezing. The Mayor urges public to use StreetLink to connect vulnerable people with support.
Electric vehicle drivers in central London must now pay the Congestion Charge as the daily rate rises from £15 to £18. Learn how the new Cleaner Vehicle Discount works and how to pay.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski tells the LDRS it's 'impossible' to separate London's issues from national Labour failures. Read his exclusive City Hall interview.
Crowds lined London's streets for the colourful New Year's Day Parade, featuring 8,000 performers. Mayor Sadiq Khan hails the capital's celebrations as the world's greatest. Read more.
London and Edinburgh welcomed 2026 with stunning fireworks. Over 100,000 watched the Thames display, while Edinburgh's Hogmanay returned with a bang. See the highlights.
London is on track for its lowest homicide tally since modern records began in 2003, driven by a significant fall in knife deaths among young people. Campaigners credit outreach work and tougher laws.
Mayor Sadiq Khan has issued an urgent reminder that tickets are mandatory for the Thames-side New Year's Eve fireworks display. Those without must watch on BBC or from other viewpoints.
New data reveals London's severe construction skills shortage is delaying new builds and forcing buyers to older homes. Discover the impact on the capital's housing targets.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan accepted over £25,000 in freebies in 2025, including Wimbledon tickets, an FA Cup final trip, and a Brazil summit. See the full list and the political reaction.
MyLondon's Broken Homes campaign gains cross-party support, demanding a distance cap on temporary housing, urgent lift repairs, and an end to council bidding wars. Sign our petition.
Sadiq Khan's 2021 pledge to ban gambling ads on London's transport network remains unfulfilled, with firms spending nearly £5m in the interim. The Mayor's office blames a lack of government guidance.
Southwark Council offers Zipcar free parking permits until 2027 in a bid to stop the car-sharing service leaving London. The move aims to protect a vital service for residents and the climate.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan declared London the world's best city on a US talk show, sparking a friendly transatlantic debate. Discover his beans confession and the political subtext.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski accuses Mayor Sadiq Khan of prioritising relations with Keir Starmer's government over fighting for London's funding and needs. Exclusive interview details.
Sadiq Khan faces City Hall grilling over the £570m cost to rejoin Erasmus, with critics saying the funds could fix Hammersmith Bridge or build new railways. Discover the clash over spending priorities.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan insists his relationship with Chancellor Rachel Reeves remains 'very fraternal' despite reports of a heated funding meeting. He vows to keep fighting for London's transport investment.
A London mother grieves for her son, Micah, 22, stabbed to death in Wembley just hours after receiving his university acceptance letter. She vows to campaign against knife crime.
Transport for London confirms service increases for the Mildmay, Windrush, and Weaver lines from May 2026. Find out how your commute will improve.
Mayor Sadiq Khan and Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joined police in Shoreditch to highlight a Christmas crime crackdown, while warning of funding pressures. Read the full story.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces urgent calls to implement four policy reforms to rescue the capital's car clubs after Zipcar's exit. Read the key demands ahead of a crucial City Hall meeting.
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
Reform UK has revoked the membership of Staffordshire county council leader Ian Cooper following an investigation into alleged racist abuse directed at Sadiq Khan and others. Read the full story.
Food writer Yasmin Khan faced legal threats over her cookbook title 'Sabzi', a common word for vegetables across South Asia. Her case highlights wider issues of cultural appropriation and trademark overreach in the UK.
An Israeli missile strike in Khan Younis has killed five, including two children, Gaza's civil defence says. The attack follows a clash that wounded Israeli soldiers.
Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper faces racism allegations over social media posts targeting Sadiq Khan and others. Reform UK launches urgent investigation.