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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.

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.

Equality Commission guidance 'unworkable' say councils

New Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance on single-sex spaces has been branded 'fundamentally unworkable' by local authorities and public bodies, creating confusion and legal uncertainty across Britain.

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.

Olympic Park neighbours feel 'forgotten' in regeneration

Exclusive investigation reveals how communities surrounding the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park feel abandoned despite billions in regeneration funding, with urgent calls for improved infrastructure and community facilities.

Tory MPs turn on Badenoch as May elections loom

Conservative MPs are turning against former leadership contender Kemi Badenoch, with colleagues warning her political influence is waning ahead of crucial local elections that could determine her future.

Australia's Mechanics' Institutes: Community Hubs Reborn

Discover how historic Mechanics' Institutes across Australia are transforming into vital community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to digital literacy workshops while preserving their rich heritage.

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.

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.

Reform UK Councillor Defects to Conservatives

A senior Reform UK councillor has dramatically crossed the floor to join the Conservatives, citing growing discomfort with his former party's direction and leadership.

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.

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.

Corbyn to make panto debut in Wizard of Oz

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is swapping politics for pantomime, set to appear in a local Islington production of The Wizard of Oz this Christmas season.

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.

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