London councils spend £555m on private firms in 2024
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
Plan your week with our curated guide to cinema, gigs, art, and streaming. Featuring Elizabeth Olsen's new film, Jamiroquai's arena tour, and Wes Anderson's London exhibition.
Private equity giant Bridgepoint is exploring a takeover bid for London-listed Advanced Medical Solutions Group, valuing the surgical products maker at around £550m. Read the latest.
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
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.
The London Stock Exchange's Pisces market moves forward as Apex Group is appointed Registered Auction Agent, verifying investors and ensuring compliance for private company share trading.
Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 coming-of-age drama 'The Outsiders' is re-examined as a foundational queer film, exploring its homoerotic subtext and impact on gay audiences. Discover the hidden narrative.
Backyard Cinema transforms a London Bridge warehouse into an enchanted forest for a festive film and live performance extravaganza, running until 31 December 2025.
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly 40% of City of London Corporation committee items were held in private. Critics accuse the body of being 'too focused on its own interest'.
Tower Hamlets councillors have unanimously rejected plans to demolish the family-run Genesis Cinema in Stepney, putting its future at risk. Owner warns of a 'dire' financial situation.
Disney's Zootropolis 2 has shattered box office records, earning a sensational £420 million globally in its debut weekend. Discover why the sequel is a critical and commercial hit.
JPMorgan recruits former Goldman Sachs managing director, Stefano Biscaldi, to lead its European financial sponsors group. Discover the strategic move shaping investment banking.
The Walkabout Creek hotel, famous from Crocodile Dundee film, has new owners who promise a welcoming atmosphere while honouring its cinematic legacy. Discover the pub's new chapter.
Discover all the winners from the 2025 British Independent Film Awards ceremony in London, including Pillion's four victories and special honours for Emily Watson and Warp Films.
David Lynch's controversial 1986 masterpiece, Blue Velvet, is now streaming on Netflix. The film, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Dennis Hopper, is considered one of the greatest films of all time.
Discover Backyard Cinema's festive wonderland in London Bridge. Experience an enchanted forest, live performances, and real snow before classic Christmas films. Book your magical cinema trip now!
Milton Keynes council battles developers to preserve The Point, the UK's first US-style multiplex cinema. Historic 1980s landmark faces demolition threat despite community campaigns.
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
François Ozon's bold adaptation of Camus' The Stranger sparks fresh debate about colonialism as it prepares for UK release. Discover the controversial new interpretation.
Former Harry Potter star Harry Melling delivers a career-defining performance in Pillion, a shocking and tender BDSM drama set in Bromley. The film is now in UK cinemas.
Dive into our definitive ranking of the 20 greatest films set on ships, boats and barges. From Jaws to Titanic, discover which aquatic masterpiece claims the top spot.
Netflix releases Troll 2, the Norwegian kaiju sequel where a mythical beast wreaks havoc. Read our full review of this monster movie now streaming.
Sidcup Storyteller cinema reopens next month after Bexley Council secured new operators and invested £115k. Discover the community-focused revival story.
Explore Shinji Sōmai's 1993 film Moving, a hypnotic portrait of a 12-year-old's coming-of-age amidst her parents' separation in Japan's lost decade. Stream now.
Bollywood's iconic 'He-Man' Dharmendra passes away at 89. Explore the legendary actor's six-decade career, from romantic hero to political figure. Read more.
Review of 'Desperate Journey', a WWII drama following a Jewish boy's escape to Paris. Based on a true story, in UK cinemas from 28 November. Read our take.
German actor Udo Kier, star of over 200 films from cult classics to Hollywood blockbusters, has died aged 81. Explore his remarkable career.
Discover how the 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz continues to captivate global audiences, from immersive Vegas shows to new musical adaptations like Wicked: For Good.
Celebrating the remarkable life of Marjorie Ainsworth, whose 86-year volunteer service for Manchester and Salford Film Society and pioneering educational work left an indelible mark on UK culture. Discover her inspiring journey.
Despite hits like Wicked, UK box office earnings are at record lows. Explore the impact of streaming, endless sequels, and how Hollywood can revive the magic. Read our in-depth analysis.