Wimbledon expansion faces legal showdown in High Court
The All England Lawn Tennis Club's ambitious £65 million Wimbledon expansion faces a critical legal challenge as local residents and conservationists take their fight to the High Court.
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Heathrow fly-tipping epidemic hits West London
West London communities near Heathrow are fighting back against an epidemic of illegal fly-tipping that's turning streets into dumping grounds. Discover how residents are taking action against the environmental blight.
Haringey's £20m bid to transform Broadwater Farm estate
Haringey Council submits ambitious £20 million funding bid to transform Broadwater Farm estate with new community facilities, enterprise spaces and environmental upgrades.
Croydon's £32M funding gap vs Lambeth sparks outrage
New analysis reveals staggering funding inequality between Croydon and Lambeth, with South London boroughs facing a postcode lottery in government support that threatens local services.
Sydney Tobacco Stores Shut in Historic Health Crackdown
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements world-leading anti-smoking legislation targeting community health.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Westminster gains powers to regulate Central London pedicabs
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
Council's 'ironic' flag removal for Christmas lights
A Reform UK-led council faces criticism after ordering flags celebrating their election victory to be taken down to make way for Christmas lights, in a move locals call hypocritical.
UN Gaza force resolution could be ready in two weeks
Breakthrough at United Nations as key nations indicate potential support for international stabilisation force in Gaza, with draft resolution expected within two weeks amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
London borough named capital's worst eyesore hotspot
A recent survey has crowned one London borough as the capital's worst eyesore hotspot, with residents pointing fingers at neglected buildings and poor urban planning that's marring the local landscape.
Croydon Council crushes 13 dangerous vehicles
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
London Borough Named England's Litter Capital
Newham has been identified as England's most litter-plagued borough, with government data revealing nearly half of its streets fail basic cleanliness standards, sparking urgent calls for action.
50+ Child Asylum Seekers Missing from Kent Care
More than fifty unaccompanied child asylum seekers remain missing after disappearing from official accommodation in Kent, raising serious safeguarding concerns and questions about the UK's care system for vulnerable young migrants.
3,000 New Homes Planned for Newham's Thames Waterfront
Discover how Newham Council's ambitious £1bn regeneration project will transform East London with 3,000 sustainable homes, new parks, and community facilities along the River Thames.
UK demands Sudan ceasefire after massacre reports
Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan following reports of horrific massacre that left over 100 dead, with UK pushing for emergency UN Security Council session.
Labour's Council Tax Shake-Up Targets Luxury Mansions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major council tax reforms targeting high-value properties, aiming to generate £1.2bn for public services while sparking debate over wealth redistribution.
UK Crackdown on Illegal Fire Sticks: Full Area List
Major new regulations take effect today targeting illegal streaming devices across the UK. Discover which regions are most affected by the nationwide crackdown on 'dodgy' Fire Sticks and what it means for users.
Martin Lewis' 12-minute council tax saving solution
Money Saving Expert founder shares simple check that could save London households hundreds of pounds annually amid cost of living crisis.
Council served expired salami to vulnerable residents
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
Family's two-year mould nightmare in council flat
A desperate South London family reveals their two-year battle against severe mould and leaks in their council property, with a baby suffering breathing difficulties and mushrooms growing in their home.
UN backs Morocco's Western Sahara claim
In a significant diplomatic development, the United Nations Security Council has approved a resolution supporting Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, marking a major shift in the decades-long territorial dispute.
Amazon blocks illegal streaming on Fire TV sticks
Major UK piracy purge begins as Amazon implements sweeping blocks on jailbroken Fire TV sticks, leaving illegal streamers facing blank screens.
South London council in child exploitation report
A south London local authority finds itself under the spotlight after being identified in a major government report examining child exploitation risks across the country, raising serious questions about safeguarding practices.
Islington Housing Policy Changes Spark Outcry
Controversial planning changes in Islington could drastically reduce affordable housing provision, with critics warning of devastating consequences for local communities.
Labour councillor defects to Greens in North London
In a stunning political move, Highbury West councillor Praful Nargund has abandoned Labour to join the Green Party, citing fundamental disagreements with Keir Starmer's leadership and controversial ULEZ expansion.
Islington's 'Rocket Surgery' Housing Crisis Exposed
Furious Islington residents confront council over 'absurd' housing crisis as luxury developments sit empty while families struggle to find homes. The shocking reality behind London's property market.
Islington Council's 999-Drone Surveillance Plan Revealed
Exclusive: Islington Council explores controversial plan to deploy nearly 1,000 drones for monitoring residents, raising serious privacy concerns across London.
Islington's First Black Mayor: A 1982 Landmark
The inspiring story of Una McLean's historic appointment as Islington's first Black mayor in 1982, marking a pivotal moment for diversity in London politics.
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