Politics
Veterans to Receive 25% Council Tax Discount in West London Borough
Hammersmith and Fulham Council will give veterans a 25% council tax discount from April 2026. Find out who is eligible and how the scheme compares to neighbouring boroughs.
Culture
Martin Freeman swaps Sherlock's Watson for Agatha Christie's detective in Netflix's Seven Dials
Martin Freeman discusses his new lead detective role in Netflix's Agatha Christie adaptation, Seven Dials, a shift from playing sidekick Watson in Sherlock. Stream now.
Sports
Charlton Athletic Join Norwich & Blackburn in Race for Ex-Premier League Star Tom Lawrence
Charlton Athletic are rivalling Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers for the signature of former Premier League midfielder Tom Lawrence, who is starring in Australia. Could a £130k deal be done?
Business
Khan Demands VAT-Free Shopping Revival to Boost London Tourism Revenue
London Mayor Sadiq Khan calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reintroduce VAT-free shopping for visitors, claiming it would increase public revenue and keep tourists in the capital longer. #London #Tourism #VAT
Environment
Transport
Heathrow: World's 2nd Busiest International Airport in 2025
London Heathrow secured its position as the globe's second-busiest international airport in 2025, handling over 49 million international seats. Discover the data and future expansion plans.
Police hunt man after upskirting on London Underground
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a woman was upskirted on a Victoria line train in December. Detectives urge the public to help identify the man.
London Underground Piccadilly Line closed this weekend
The entire Piccadilly Line will be closed on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2026 for track work. Trams and Brighton Main Line services also face major disruptions. Plan your journey now.
A3 closed after lorry crash kills three horses
The A3 in Surrey is closed northbound after a serious collision involving a lorry and horses, causing major delays. Recovery work is ongoing. Get the latest traffic updates.
Heathrow third runway hinges on 2026 milestones
Heathrow Airport warns that ministers and the CAA must meet key 2026 deadlines for its third runway plan to secure permission by 2029. Read the latest expansion update.