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Kate's festive message highlights 'power of reaching out'
The Princess of Wales writes about the importance of love and community in her Christmas letter ahead of the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. Read her heartfelt message.
Mortuary workers exposed to high toxin levels from crash bodies
A coroner's report reveals mortuary staff faced 'significant chemical hazard' from formalin on repatriated Air India crash victims. Read the full investigation.
Wetherspoons applies for new pub at Charing Cross
JD Wetherspoon seeks a licence for a new 320-person pub on the Strand, next to Charing Cross station, promising no outdoor drinking. Westminster Council to decide.
The Secretive Process of Joining a Government Board
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
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.
Police Scotland urged to reopen al Fayed rape investigation
Scottish police face calls to reopen a rape investigation into late Harrods boss Mohamed al Fayed, as a parliamentary group cites over 400 sexual misconduct allegations. Read the latest.
New Parliament Conduct Rules Fail to Stop Bullying
Crossbench MPs report persistent bullying in Parliament despite new behaviour standards. Read the latest on Westminster's conduct crisis and what changes are needed.
Woman jailed for harassing MP Ellie Reeves
Tracey Smith sentenced to 26 weeks for harassing MP Ellie Reeves with threatening emails and voicemails. Read the full story of this attack on democracy.
Susan Loppert's arts revolution in hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert pioneered arts in healthcare, transforming Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with 2000 artworks and performances. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
London councils hit by cyber-attacks, data stolen
Three London councils hit by cyber-attacks with data stolen from Kensington and Chelsea. Residents warned to be vigilant against suspicious messages. Systems disrupted across boroughs.
Central London heating upgrade halted after resident campaign
Westminster Council pauses Pimlico District Heating upgrade until 2026 following resident protests and Energy Ombudsman intervention. Discover what this means for 3,300 homes.
Jonty Bravery guilty of assaulting Broadmoor nurses
Jonty Bravery, who threw a boy from Tate Modern, has been found guilty of attacking two nurses at Broadmoor hospital. Read the full details of the shocking assaults.
Cyber expert: London council attack 'serious breach'
Security expert warns cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils could be far more serious than revealed, with ICO involvement suggesting data loss. Critical services affected.
Farmers defy tractor ban in Westminster tax protest
Farmers ignored a police tractor ban to protest Rachel Reeves's inheritance tax changes at Westminster. The demonstration caused significant disruption on Budget Day.
Cyber attack disrupts two major London councils
Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster City Council hit by a major cyber attack, disrupting services for 360,000 residents. Emergency plans are now in effect.
Farmers defy tractor ban in tax protest
UK farmers drive tractors into Westminster, defying a police ban, to protest Rachel Reeves's planned 20% inheritance tax on agricultural assets. Read the full story.
Man faces £16k bill to replace two windows in flat
A Westminster accountant's £2,500 window replacement spirals to £16,000 due to planning rules and building safety regulations. Discover why he feels 'punished for doing the right thing'.
London councils hit by major cyber attack
Multiple London councils face a serious cyber attack with residents' data potentially compromised. Discover the latest on the investigation and what it means for you.
Cyber attacks hit several London councils
Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea councils are investigating serious IT breaches with the National Cyber Security Centre. Contact services are disrupted. Stay informed.
Major cyber attack hits three London councils
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by a serious cyber security incident. NCSC assessing impact, critical services maintained. Read the latest.
London Councils Targeted in Major Cyber Security Attack
Multiple London councils including Westminster face significant cyber threats with systems potentially down until weekend. Staff warned of phishing attacks as services disrupted.
Major cyber attack targets multiple London councils
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Linehan cleared of harassment but guilty of damage
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan found not guilty of harassment but convicted of criminal damage to trans activist's phone. Read the full court verdict details.
Father Ted writer cleared of harassment at court
Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan found not guilty of harassing trans activist Sophia Brooks but convicted of criminal damage. Full details from Westminster court case.
Reeves's risky budget fightback analysed
On the eve of the budget, we assess the criticism facing Chancellor Rachel Reeves, her pitch to Labour MPs, and the potential for tax rises. Plus, a warning on China tariffs.
Council error leads to minister's tax underpayment
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1,500 in council tax after Westminster Council administrative error. Full payment now made. Read the full story.
Westminster pub licence review after pavement complaints
The Walkers of Whitehall faces licence review after residents complain about drinkers occupying wrong pavement, urinating and causing noise near Trafalgar Square.
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.
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.
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