NHS pathologist crisis leaves bereaved parents waiting
Bereaved parents face 'harrowing' year-long waits for child postmortem results due to critical NHS pathologist shortages. 37% of consultant posts lie vacant nationwide.
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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.
Hillingdon Finance Chief Forced Out in Council Shake-Up
Exclusive: Hillingdon Council's finance chief was asked to stand down as financial crisis deepens. Labour claims 'chaos' as council seeks third government bailout.
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.
Greenwich Play Centres Face Closure in Council Savings Plan
Greenwich Council reveals plans to transform youth play provision, potentially closing two adventure play centres to address a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say in the consultation running until December 14.
Brent Council uses AI to plug £10m budget hole
Facing a £10m deficit, Brent Council proposes AI service redesign and selling empty buildings. Council tax to rise 4.99%. Have your say on the draft budget by January 30.
Waterloo signal fault disrupts morning commute
A signalling fault at London Waterloo is causing significant train delays and cancellations during Thursday's rush hour. Disruption is expected until 11am. Follow for live updates.
Ryanair banned from Eindhoven slots over delays
Ryanair faces unprecedented ban from Eindhoven Airport slots after consistent late arrivals. Airline calls decision 'out of whack' and appeals to EU Commission.
NHS Fails to Cut Waiting Times as Promised
A damning report reveals NHS England is failing to meet key waiting time targets for scans and hospital care, despite billions in investment. Discover the full story.
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.
US World Cup visa delays put UK ticket holders at risk
Thousands of British football fans face World Cup travel chaos as US visa processing delays threaten to derail their tournament plans. Learn about the mounting concerns.
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.
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.
Air Ambulance at Tube station after casualty on tracks
Major disruption on the London Underground's District line after an air ambulance was dispatched to Turnham Green station for a casualty on the tracks. Check your journey.
US Air Travel Rebounds After Government Shutdown Ends
US air traffic returns to normal after government shutdown as controllers receive back pay and bonuses. Thanksgiving travel expected unaffected despite earlier flight cancellations.
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.
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.
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.
Trespassers cause severe delays on London Underground
Severe delays hit London's Northern and Victoria lines due to trespassers on the tracks and late engineering works. Commuters face major disruption this morning.
NHS braced for toughest winter after record A&E waits
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
Aberdeen Airport is UK's most punctual for 2025
New CAA data reveals Aberdeen Airport leads the UK with 83% of flights on time. Discover the best and worst airports for delays in our full report.
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 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.
Piccadilly Line shut between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge
Significant leaf fall has caused a part-closure on the Piccadilly line, with severe delays on other sections. Get the latest London travel updates here.
US Flight Chaos: 1,100+ Cancellations Amid FAA Cuts
US travellers face worsening flight cancellations and delays as FAA implements deeper cuts amid air traffic controller shortages. Over 1,100 flights cancelled Tuesday.
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.
Elizabeth Line delays after track fault in west London
Severe disruption hits Elizabeth line, GWR & Heathrow Express due to a broken track near Hayes & Harlington. Delays expected all day. Plan your journey now.
London Tube Chaos: Severe Delays Hit Multiple Lines
Commuters face major disruption across London's Underground network with severe delays on Central, District, and Overground lines, plus partial closures on Bakerloo and Metropolitan lines.
Croydon children's services delays warning
A leading child protection expert reveals alarming delays in Croydon's children's services, putting vulnerable young people at risk as the council faces ongoing challenges.
Elizabeth Line chaos: Severe delays hit London commuters
Commuters faced major disruption on the Elizabeth Line with severe delays between Paddington and Abbey Wood due to overhead wire problems at Hayes & Harlington.
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