Officials urge revellers to avoid Tower Bridge and other central London bridges for the New Year's Eve fireworks due to poor visibility and safety concerns. Find the best viewing alternatives here.
Sarah Burton, a formidable human rights lawyer known for her work on the Hillsborough and Grenfell inquiries, has died aged 56. Read about her remarkable career and legacy.
Greenwich Council announces revised bin collection dates and holiday hours for services including leisure centres, libraries, and housing support from December 22.
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Wandsworth, City of London and Hammersmith and Fulham can raise rates above 5% in 2026/27. Find out why and what it means for residents.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
The Met Police is investigating suspected fraud and money laundering by a former Tower Hamlets Council employee. The case, dating to 2018, involves procurement and conflicts of interest.
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement, while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore local services?
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
Lucile Hadžihalilović's 'The Ice Tower', starring Marion Cotillard, ranks No. 3 in the US best movies of 2025. This cautionary fable explores fantasy and idolisation. Read our full review.
Tower's 8.5L dual basket air fryer is now just £44.99 on Amazon, a 54% saving. This limited-time offer ends December 21. Upgrade your kitchen with this versatile appliance.
A $500m Trump Tower project in Belgrade has been abandoned after a Serbian minister was indicted, marking a rare setback for the Trump family's global business empire. Read the full story.
Lucile Hadžihalilović's 'The Ice Tower', starring Marion Cotillard, is named the 4th best film of 2025 in the UK. This cautionary fable explores fantasy, idolisation, and the perils of art. Read our full review.
Westminster City Council announces steep increases in burial and cremation fees at two cemeteries, with some costs jumping by 165%. Discover the full breakdown of council charge hikes.
External auditors EY have identified ten significant weaknesses at Tower Hamlets Council, warning of a cycle of government intervention without urgent action. The council's leadership says it agrees with the findings.
Four protesters arrested after throwing apple crumble and custard at the Imperial State Crown display case in the Tower of London. The Jewel House is closed as police investigate.
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display case. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Four protesters arrested after custard and apple crumble thrown at the Imperial State Crown display. Group demands citizen's assembly to 'tax extreme wealth'. Full story.
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at the Imperial State Crown display. Four people have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Get the latest updates.
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at a Crown Jewels display case. Four people are in custody. Follow for live updates.
Greenwich Council is selling three underused car parks to raise funds for essential services, sparking backlash from local businesses and shoppers. Public auction set for December 11.
Hounslow Council greenlights plans to transform a vacant West London office block into 394 co-living rooms and 23 social rent flats. The decision includes measures to address pressure on Gunnersbury Station.
A London musician was issued two parking fines after council workers painted a disabled bay around his legally parked Audi in Croydon. He calls it 'madness' and 'bullying'.
Payments giant Visa is relocating its European headquarters to Canary Wharf, joining a wave of financial firms investing in the resurgent London district. Read the full story.
Westminster City Council reveals which services are impacted after a major cyber attack and advises residents on how to get help. Critical services for vulnerable people are the priority.
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Kensington and Chelsea Council warns residents of prolonged disruption after a 'serious' cyber attack. Bin collections continue but digital services face weeks of issues. Full review promised.
A 1960s tower block in Camberwell, deemed a substantial fire risk, will be demolished. Southwark Council plans new council homes for the site. Read the full story.