New North London Cycle Route Proposed
Enfield Council reveals plans for a new safe cycling and walking link between Palmers Green and New Southgate, featuring segregated lanes and traffic-calming measures. Read the full details.
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Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
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.
Council ignored warnings on builder before firm collapsed
Westminster City Council continued to contract a financially unstable builder, Geoffrey Osborne, which later collapsed, leaving homes unfinished and costing taxpayers an extra £27.5m. Discover the full investigation.
Leicester Square attacker given indefinite hospital order
Ioan Pintaru, who stabbed an 11-year-old girl eight times in a random London attack, has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. Read the full court report.
Croydon's £9m transport plan for safer roads and buses
Croydon Council reveals how a £9m funding pot will tackle urgent transport issues, including dangerous Portland Road, new bus lanes, and cycling links. Discover the two-year plan.
Parliament intruder stopped by workman
A trespasser evaded armed police to enter the House of Lords before being caught. The security breach was not publicly announced. Read the full story.
Labour leadership speculation grows amid Starmer challenges
Westminster is gripped by Labour leadership rumours. As Keir Starmer battles low polls, potential successors like Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham are in focus. Read the full analysis.
London cemetery fees to rise by up to 165%
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.
Active Travel Groups Call for Clear UK Walking and Cycling Targets
More than 50 UK transport and health groups urge Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander for measurable 2030 targets in the new active travel strategy. Read their demands.
Mum called 'disgusting' on London school run by angry driver
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
New 'Safe' Walking & Cycling Route Planned for North London
Enfield Council unveils plans for a safer walking and cycling link between Palmers Green and New Southgate stations, featuring nine parallel crossings and traffic-calming measures. Public consultation closes 7th Dec.
Kate's Christmas Carol Service Celebrates Volunteers
The Princess of Wales welcomed celebrities and community heroes to Westminster Abbey for her annual Together at Christmas carol service, focusing on love and connection.
Waddingham Drops Out of Royal Christmas Carol Service
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham withdraws from performing at the Princess of Wales's festive event at Westminster Abbey. Discover the last-minute replacement and full celebrity lineup.
London's 2026 New Year's Day Parade: Your Complete Guide
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
London pensioner to 'skip food' as heating bills soar
Residents on a Central London estate hit with new £250+ energy bills after safety works. Pensioner Kelvin says he's 'struggling' and fears eviction. Council admits billing errors.
Nigel Farage faces racism allegations in political scandal
Nigel Farage is embroiled in serious racism allegations following a leaked video. We analyse the fallout and his political future. Read the full story.
London council cyber attack disrupts key services
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.
Oxford Street's former fashion college site set for major revamp
A former college campus near Oxford Street is set for a 'deep retrofit' into offices, a food hall and retail. Westminster Council calls it a 'highly commendable scheme' set to create hundreds of jobs.
New 'Spoons pub planned for The Strand near Charing Cross
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Pop-up theatre planned for Marble Arch Mound site
A temporary 500-seat theatre made from recycled fabric and timber could open on Marble Arch island in 2026. Westminster Council is set to decide on the plan.
Kate Middleton's Letter to Community Heroes Before Carols
The Princess of Wales has written a moving letter to guests of her Together At Christmas service, honouring those making an 'extraordinary difference'. The event airs on ITV.
British Politics Stuck in the Past, Paralyzed by Fear
Analysis reveals how fear of the future has left UK politics trapped in past debates, stifling progress on major challenges. Discover the roots of this national paralysis.
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.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
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.
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