Senior doctors in England to strike for two days in November
Senior doctors in England will strike for two days in November over pay and pensions, with 76% of consultants voting in favour of action.
Category : Health
Islington Covid cases: MP urges caution amid hotspot data
Islington MP Emily Thornberry urges caution as UKHSA data shows 58.3% PCR positivity on October 9, but council says low testing volumes skew figures.
Couple earning £205k faced £40k childcare costs
A couple earning £205,000 a year feared they couldn't afford a second child due to £40,000 annual childcare costs, losing benefits over the £100,000 income threshold.
Man dies in Masefield Crescent crash; air ambulance called
A man was pronounced dead after a car crash on Masefield Crescent, near Gallows Corner, on October 24. London Air Ambulance landed at Gidea Park Sports Ground, but despite efforts, he died at the scene. Road closures remain on the A12.
Prisoner on the run after Lewisham medical facility escape
Anthony Lloyd, 38, absconded from a Lewisham medical facility at 4.10pm on Friday, October 23. Police urge the public to call 999 immediately if seen, as he poses a risk to himself and others.
Manhunt for escaped Lewisham prisoner Anthony Lloyd
Met Police are urgently searching for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped a Lewisham medical facility at 4.10pm on Friday, October 23, and is considered a risk to himself and the public.
LAS call handler needed therapy after sexual abuse calls
London Ambulance Service call handlers face sexual abuse on 999 and 111 calls. In one year, 462 incidents were reported, with one handler needing therapy.
Met Police Review 2019 Letter on Thomas Markle Claims
Met Police confirm 2019 letter on Thomas Markle Sr claims was passed to Sussexes but not other agencies; review underway.
Council threatens to seize disabled girl's wheelchair
Hammersmith and Fulham Council threatened to remove Ruby Jennings' wheelchair from a communal walkway, citing fire risk. Family says no alternative storage exists, causing distress.
UAL staff and students protest new LCC building plans
Staff and students at UAL are protesting the new London College of Communication building, citing the closure of the student-run Darkroom Bar, pay gaps, and lack of consultation.
Man Treated for Head Injury After Carshalton Collision
A man was treated for a head injury after a collision at the junction of Staplehurst Road and Banstead Road in Carshalton at 11:05am on October 23. Multiple paramedics attended, and the patient was taken to a local hospital.
Man critical after Woolwich shooting; police hunt suspect
A man in his 30s is in life-threatening condition after a shooting in Woolwich. Armed police and air ambulance responded; no arrests yet.
Man fighting for life after Woolwich shooting
A man in his 30s is fighting for his life after a shooting on Frances Street in Woolwich. Police were called at 8.09pm on Thursday, October 22, and no arrests have been made.
Man in hospital after suspected shooting in Woolwich
A man in his early 20s was taken to hospital after a suspected shooting on Frances Street, Woolwich, on Thursday evening. Police and ambulance crews attended the scene.
St Helier Hospital's crumbling estate: leaks, lifts and bacteria
St Helier Hospital staff battle daily leaks, broken lifts and bacteria as rebuild is pushed to 2032, impacting care and services.
Motorcyclist arrested after Croydon crash following pursuit
A 25-year-old man was arrested after a motorcycle collided with a van during a police pursuit in Croydon at 2.50pm today, October 22. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Mayhew seeks homes for greyhound Hero and cat Comet
Mayhew animal charity is seeking adopters for Hero, a four-year-old retired racing greyhound, and Comet, a five-year-old cat with reduced vision, both in Hampstead and Highgate.
Thicket Road blocked after fire; bus S2 diverted
Thicket Road was blocked in both directions after a fire brigade incident between Oakhill Road and Montpelier Road, diverting bus route S2.
Dagenham Fire: 70 Firefighters Tackle Industrial Blaze
Around 70 firefighters and 10 engines are tackling a large industrial fire at a tyre unit on Kemp Road, Dagenham, with residents warned to shut doors and windows due to heavy smoke.
Motorcyclist jailed for 189mph Kent rides and police taunts
Amin Belechguer, 29, jailed four years after filming himself at 189mph, goading police into chases, and 21 dangerous driving counts.
Dementia Patient's £9k Rings Stolen at Kent Care Home
A dementia patient's £9,000 diamond and gold rings were stolen from Holywell Park Care Home in Sevenoaks, Kent, and replaced with plastic copies, prompting a police investigation.
Missing Teen Last Seen at London Victoria
Danjel Muldakaj, 17, missing from Faversham since Oct 17, 2026, was last seen at London Victoria at 3:54pm. Police appeal for information.
Gravesend Lifeboat Rescues Worker After Thames Fall
A worker suffered a serious head injury after falling inside a vessel on the River Thames near London Gateway. Gravesend RNLI lifeboat crew rescued the casualty on Tuesday, October 20, using a multi-stage evacuation plan.
Menopause Can Harm Women's Eyesight, Centre for Sight Warns
Centre for Sight warns menopause can cause dry eyes, blurred vision, and discomfort. Hormonal changes affect tear film, increasing infection risk.
Menopause can impact eyesight, Centre for Sight warns
Centre for Sight highlights menopause's effect on women's eyesight during Menopause Awareness Month, urging women to seek help for symptoms like dry eyes and blurred vision.
Sidcup Road Fire: Eltham Residents Evacuated
Three people evacuated a restaurant with flats on Sidcup Road, Eltham, after a fire broke out. Six fire engines and 40 firefighters tackled the blaze; no injuries were reported.
Man jailed for sexually assaulting teen at King's Cross
Bradley Warby, 41, was jailed for 14 months for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl on a train from London to Peterborough after following her through King's Cross station.
£10k reward in Islington attempted rape hunt
Police offer £10,000 reward for information on the attempted rape of a woman in Islington. The attacker dragged her into a building on Northchurch Road before being interrupted by two members of the public.
Islington Council Backs UK Ban on Choking Porn, Cites Referrals
Islington Council praises the UK ban on strangulation porn, citing 288 referrals to its non-fatal strangulation service as evidence of real-life harm.
Wandsworth prison orders coats after heating failure
HMP Wandsworth ordered 1,500 coats, 1,000 blankets and 2,000 instant meals after a heating failure left cells as cold as 12C, a report reveals.
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