Old Kent Road crash diverts six London bus routes
A serious collision on Old Kent Road in South London has caused significant traffic disruption, forcing six bus routes onto diversions. Get the latest updates here.
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Kent council accused of blocking scrutiny of £40m savings
A Kent council led by Reform UK faces accusations of obstructing transparency after a five-month delay in providing evidence for claimed £40m savings from scrapped green projects. Read the full investigation.
Man in 60s killed in M25 crash near Orpington
A motorcyclist has died after a collision with a van on the M25 near Orpington. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the fatal incident.
Earl's Court 4,000-home development approved
A major 4,000-home West London development gets green light from Kensington and Chelsea Council. The £10bn scheme now heads to the Mayor for final approval. Read the latest.
Bridge Park Centre heritage bid fails, £600m plan progresses
Historic England rejects listing for Bridge Park Centre, a site pivotal to London's Black history, allowing a major redevelopment with 1,000 homes and a new leisure centre to proceed.
Obituary: Poet and educator Patricia Robson dies aged 83
Tributes are paid to Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, who has died aged 83. Discover her remarkable legacy in education and the arts.
Teen fights for life after rope swing accident in Kent
A 17-year-old boy is in a London hospital with a fractured skull after a rope swing broke in Coldblow Woods. His friends' quick actions saved his life. Read his family's story.
Croydon market traders plead for free parking to boost trade
Traders at Croydon's historic Surrey Street Market say £60 parking fines are driving customers away. They are petitioning the council for 30 minutes of free parking to revitalise the struggling town centre.
Liverpool Mayor's Quiet Strategy Delivers Major Regeneration
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram is delivering a 'once-in-a-generation' docklands revival. Discover how his low-profile strategy is securing billions for transport and housing.
Ancient Caledonian Forest Regenerates in Cairngorms
A walk through Rothiemurchus reveals green shoots of recovery in the ancient Caledonian pine forest, a hopeful sign decades after wartime fellings devastated the landscape.
Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels to get major refurb
Greenwich Council announces a major refurbishment plan for the historic Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels, including new lifts. Critics remain unconvinced about the timeline.
West London teen arrested after fatal Kent stabbing
An 18-year-old from West London is in custody after a 19-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Chatham. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
South London teen jailed for crashing stolen car into ambulance
A 19-year-old from Bexleyheath has been sentenced to over two years in prison for a dangerous police chase that ended with a stolen car ploughing into an ambulance. Read the full story.
24,000 without water in Kent as crisis hits third day
More than 24,000 residents in a Kent town are without water for a third day, forcing school closures. Get the full list of affected schools and latest updates.
Boil water notice for 24,000 Kent homes after outage
South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells but issues urgent boil notice. Thousands face days without safe drinking water as chemical issue recurs. Full details and reaction.
Teenager stabbed to death in Kent terraced house
A murder probe is underway after a 19-year-old man was found with stab wounds in Chatham. A man in his 30s has been arrested. Police have cordoned off the area.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle as MP calls for CEO to resign.
UK Seaside Towns on the Comeback Trail
Discover how five classic British seaside resorts, from Blackpool to Weston-super-Mare, are undergoing major regeneration to reclaim their glory days. Perfect for your next staycation.
Tunbridge Wells water outage forces school closures
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water, forcing multiple schools to close and causing major disruption. Get the full list of closures and latest updates.
Kent Water Crisis: Schools Shut, 23,000 Affected
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.
Morden gets £30m for town centre regeneration
Merton Council pledges £30m to regenerate Morden town centre, aiming for independent shops and a daytime café culture after years of delays. Read the full story.
Water crisis hits Tunbridge Wells, 24,000 affected
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face water shortages after treatment plant failure. Bottle stations overwhelmed as businesses close. Full restoration expected Sunday.
Liverpool community battles to save housing dream
The Eldonian village in Liverpool, once hailed as a community housing utopia, faces a governance crisis after assets were transferred offshore. Residents fight to reclaim their dream.
Life sentence for killer who stabbed sleeping woman
Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering Nina Denisova in Dartford. The court heard how violent pornography influenced his 'depraved' actions. Read the full shocking details.
Legendary Climbers' Cafe Pete's Eats Reopens in Llanberis
After three years closed, Pete's Eats cafe has reopened in Llanberis, bringing new life to the Eryri mountain village while honouring its climbing heritage. Discover the transformation.
Life sentence for Dartford murder in 'unimaginable depravity'
Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering family friend Nina Denisova, 39, in Dartford. Judge cites 'extreme impact' of violent pornography.
New Aldi opens in South London for Christmas
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Kent burglars jailed after 85mph M25 police chase
Three burglars are behind bars after a high-speed police chase on the M25, reaching 85mph in a 30 zone, following a Kent home invasion. Discover how justice was served.
Salford's 20-Year Plan for 67,000 New Homes
Salford unveils a major 20-year plan to build 67,000 new homes, driving regeneration and tackling housing demand amid rapid gentrification and soaring prices.
4,000-home Earl's Court development gets green light
A major £10bn regeneration of Earl's Court gets planning permission, promising 4,000 homes, a cinema, and a live music venue for West London. Discover the details.
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