Camden junction redesign divides traders and cyclists
Camden Council proposes Dutch-style cycle junction after 15 crashes in 5 years. Local traders fear business impact while cyclists welcome safety improvements. Have your say in the consultation.
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Camden's Euston plan: 2500 homes and £41bn boost
Camden Council unveils a 'once-in-century' plan to transform Euston with 2,500 new homes, 34,000 jobs, and a £41 billion economic boost by 2053. Discover the vision.
Croydon Council sues government over £10.8m funding
Croydon Council launches legal challenge against government's decision to withhold £10.8m in funding, potentially affecting local services. Read the full story.
DVLA's £1,000 fine for 118 undeclared conditions
UK drivers face a £1,000 fine for failing to report 118 specific medical conditions to the DVLA. Check the full list now to ensure you're driving legally and safely.
Council repaints road markings for closed school
A Reform-run council apologises after spending £350 to repaint 'School Keep Clear' markings outside a school closed since 2016. Read the full story on this financial misstep.
Fulham shop licence revoked over underage sales
A West London shop has been shut down after repeatedly selling alcohol to underage girls, including one who ended up in intensive care. Read the full investigation details.
4th Hounslow Labour councillor defects to Tories
West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
Ex-BBC Chief: Don't Pay Trump Licence Fee Money
Former BBC director general Tony Hall insists the corporation must not pay Donald Trump after the ex-president threatened a $5bn lawsuit over a misleading Panorama edit.
Cruz Beckham loses licence after speeding tickets
Cruz Beckham has had his driving licence revoked after accumulating six points for speeding in 20mph zones. The 20-year-old must now retake his driving tests. Read the full story.
Council left 1100 emails unread for four years
Haringey Council failed to read over 1,100 emails, including 500 police reports, between 2019 and 2023. A new management team promises reforms. Discover the full story.
Kentish Town's £1bn Film Quarter Plan Submitted
A planning application has been submitted for a £1 billion film and TV hub in Kentish Town, set to create studios, homes and green spaces. Discover how this London suburb could transform.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
Highgate Cemetery's £18m restoration approved
Camden Council approves ambitious 25-year, £18 million restoration plan for London's historic Highgate Cemetery, protecting graves of Karl Marx and George Michael while enhancing biodiversity.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
London's £1bn Film Quarter Plans Submitted
Plans for a £1 billion film-making neighbourhood in Camden have been officially submitted, featuring vertical studios, 500 homes, and education facilities. Discover how this will transform London's creative scene.
Officer sentenced for assault on teen at station
BTP officer Adrian Young receives community order for putting 15-year-old girl in headlock at Camden Road station. Full details of the sentencing and police response.
London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
London school uses courses to tackle pupil absence
A North London primary school is tackling persistent pupil absence by offering parents awareness courses instead of fines. Discover how this empathetic approach is improving attendance.
Readers debate BBC bias and Trump's $1bn lawsuit
Metro readers are fiercely debating BBC impartiality, the licence fee, and Donald Trump's $1bn legal threat. Is the broadcaster biased? Have your say.
London pizzeria loses licence after police row
A West London pizzeria has its licence revoked after 3am alcohol breaches, aggressive staff, and links to organised crime. Discover the full story behind the council's decision.
Central London's Holborn Gets Major Cycling Upgrade
Camden Council reveals ambitious Holborn Liveable Neighbourhood scheme with pedestrianisation and dedicated cycle lanes to transform central London streets. Discover the changes.
London council lobbies Lords over £82m funding cuts
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
London landlord loses appeal over £14k rent repayment
A Hackney landlord failed to overturn a £14,000 rent repayment order for running an unlicensed HMO. The tribunal rejected his hardship claim after he revealed owning a £1.4m home. Read the full details.
BBC Licence Fee Debate: Scrap or Save £4bn Model?
Experts clash over the future of the BBC licence fee. Should the £3.35 weekly charge be replaced by subscriptions? Discover the arguments shaping British broadcasting.
Euston Puddle returns as a 'no-go zone' for disabled
The infamous Euston Puddle is back, creating a hazardous 'no-go zone' for disabled pedestrians near one of London's busiest stations. Discover why recent drainage works failed and what TfL plans to do next.
Holborn's radical cycle lane plans revealed
Camden Council unveils ambitious plans for new pedestrianisation and cycle lanes in central London's Holborn area, praised as 'mind-blowingly good' by cycling campaigners.
Wandle Park Cafe to Reopen in Croydon in December
The long-closed café in Croydon's Wandle Park is set to reopen on December 15 under new management, with plans to serve alcohol during daytime hours to enhance the community space.
Council failed to tell man his dad's care cost for 18 months
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
BBC licence fee at risk over impartiality scandal
The BBC must prove its impartiality to justify the £3.5bn licence fee, warns political commentator Oliver Dean, as recent scandals threaten its funding model.
London's Stonebridge residents object to new off-licence
Residents in Stonebridge, Brent, fear a proposed off-licence could undo a decade of progress against crime. Will the council approve the controversial plan? Read the full story.
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