Selsdon Park Hotel's £30M Revival Approved
Selsdon Park Hotel, empty since 2023, will undergo £30M restoration by BH Group, reopening in 2027 as a 176-room luxury resort with spa and padel courts.
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£130m Crystal Palace sports centre upgrade approved
Bromley Council approved a £130m regeneration of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, with Sadiq Khan calling it a 'once-in-a-generation' project, but climbers worry the new climbing space is too small for commercial viability.
Stonebridge leisure centre cost rises by millions
The cost of redeveloping Bridge Park Leisure Centre in Stonebridge has increased from £50m to £53.5m for Phase 1 alone, due to construction inflation and site constraints, as part of the wider £600m Hillside Corridor regeneration.
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Waltham Forest roads resurfacing 2026: full list
Waltham Forest Council will spend £3.2m resurfacing 30 roads in 2026; 16 completed, 14 remain. Full list includes Kings Head Hill (£227,600) and Bridge End (£220,200).
Century-old pipe burst floods Sunset Boulevard sinkhole
A century-old water pipe burst under Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, flooding the area, creating a sinkhole, and disrupting traffic. No injuries reported.
Man dies in fall at Mayfair construction site
A man in his 30s was killed after falling from height at a construction site in Mayfair, London. Police and ambulance attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Beckhams blocked from adding Cotswolds mansion balcony
David and Victoria Beckham's plan to add an oak-framed balcony to their Cotswolds mansion has been rejected by the local council, which said it would detract from the property's agricultural character.
Manhattan building evacuations after columns buckle
A high-rise in Manhattan was deemed unstable after two structural columns buckled, prompting evacuations. Officials found multiple cracks and sagging floors at the former Pfizer building being converted into apartments.
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Wembley hospital plan approved, refused, deferred in 15 mins
Plans for 108 homes at Old Wembley Hospital saw approval, refusal, and deferral in one meeting due to a voting error, with council officers warning refusal would be hard to defend on appeal.
Albany arts centre revamp includes 300 student homes
The Albany in Deptford is set for a major redevelopment, partnering with Trinity Laban to build up to 300 student housing units, funding upgrades to the beloved arts centre.
Ealing Council launches £1.4m high street makeover after snub
Ealing Council has set aside £1.4 million for a 'Pride in Place' programme to upgrade high streets after being overlooked for government funding, with residents to decide priorities.
Govt Seeks Planning Permission for Grenfell Tower Deconstruction
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has submitted a planning application to finish deconstructing Grenfell Tower, separate from the future memorial planning process.
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Textile firm to revitalise Weiqiao Town
A local textile company plans to invest in revitalising Weiqiao Town, aiming to boost the local economy and preserve cultural heritage.
HS2 contractor fined £400k after ramp fall injures worker
A HS2 contractor was fined £400,000 after a tipper truck driver suffered a broken nose when his vehicle fell two metres off a ramp at a West London site in 2021.
Peckham fire: 100 firefighters battle department store blaze
A huge fire engulfed a department store in Peckham, London, requiring 100 firefighters. Thick black smoke filled the air as crews brought the blaze under control.
Dunelm opens new store in former M&S in Kingston
Dunelm opened a new 34,000 sq ft superstore in Kingston upon Thames on 25 June 2026, in the former Marks & Spencer building, creating 48 jobs and featuring a Pausa café.
Richmond approves £1.5m plan to transform town centre into 'destination'
Richmond Council has approved £1.5m plans to revitalise the town centre with a new public square, play area, events space, and improved navigation, aiming to adapt to changing shopping habits.
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Sydney M6 tunnelling resumes after sinkhole delay
Tunnelling on Sydney's $3.1bn M6 motorway will restart after a deal between the government and contractors, ending a two-year halt caused by sinkholes and a reverse fault.
Kentish Town's £1bn Film Quarter Approved by Camden Council
Kentish Town is set to become the UK's answer to Hollywood with a £1 billion film quarter approved by Camden Council, creating 5,000 jobs and 485 new homes.
Hounslow Restaurant Fire: First Photos Show Devastation
First images emerge from a fire at a restaurant in Hounslow, west London. Firefighters tackled the blaze, with no injuries reported. Cause under investigation.
Hounslow Fire: Restaurant Blaze on A4 Prompts 60 Firefighters
A restaurant fire on A4 Great West Road in Hounslow has drawn 60 firefighters. Half the roof is alight, causing a bus diversion. No injuries reported.
Battersea road pedestrianised weekends this summer
Northcote Road in Battersea will be traffic-free on weekends from July 11, 6am-10pm, boosting local businesses and community spirit.
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Go Ape Approved in Bexley Park Amid Wild Claims
Bexley Council approves Go Ape ropes course in Danson Park despite opposition citing fears of animal beheadings and child abduction. Councillors and residents voiced concerns.
Richmond Bridge: £2m bid to preserve historic London crossing
Richmond Council seeks £2m from DfT to extend life of Grade I listed Richmond Bridge, London's oldest surviving Thames bridge, built in 1777.
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Hurlingham Club cricket pavilion replacement approved
The Hurlingham Club in Fulham has been granted permission to demolish its temporary cricket pavilion and build a new accessible structure with changing rooms and a servery.
Richmond roads set for £9m makeover next year
Richmond Council has approved a £8.7m budget, including a £1.2m DfT grant, to resurface roads and pavements in 2026/27. The full list of streets has been revealed.
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