Hillingdon shops protest rent hike; council offers concession
Dozens protest Hillingdon Council's 100% shop rent hikes. Council now offers stepped increases and no backdating, but protesters walked out shouting 'shame on you'.
Category : Politics
Kent Police Most Wanted: 28 Fugitives Listed
Kent Police seeks public help to find 28 fugitives, including Grant Culwick, wanted for prison recall with links to Bromley and other areas. Call 999 with reference numbers.
Westminster nail salons face closure over dirty waxing room and unknown staff who ran from inspector
The Nail Garden could see one of its branches close within days while a second may shut next February.
Met to probe itself over 'Putney pusher' suspect arrest
The Metropolitan Police will investigate its own arrest of Nicholas Brandram, suspected 'Putney pusher', who was found dead at home, the IOPC has decided.
City Plan 2040 skyscraper blueprint gets green light
Government allows City Plan 2040 to proceed after inspectors confirm tall building contours protect Tower of London while permitting economic growth.
Hackney gang boss jailed for life over restaurant shooting
Beytullah Gunduz, 40, a senior Hackney Turks gang member, was jailed for life with a minimum of 20 years for conspiring to murder Onur Guzel outside his Dalston restaurant.
Noah Woods inquest: Toddler left playground via fence gap
An inquest heard Noah Woods, 3, left a Brantham play area through a fence gap and open gate before his body was found in Decoy Pond. The death is not being treated as suspicious.
New podcast The London Brief to scrutinise City Hall and GLA
MyLondon launches The London Brief podcast to delve into GLA decisions, budgets, and the 2028 Mayoral race, with guests like Lord Bailey.
Aussie Rules club warns Merton 3G pitch plan threatens future
Merton Council's plan for a floodlit 3G pitch at Sir Joseph Hood Memorial Playing Fields could force the Wimbledon Hawks to fold, the club warns, citing lost playing surface and lack of assurances.
Falling window death widow: 'Could have happened to anybody'
Mick Ferris's widow says his death by a falling window from a Vauxhall penthouse 'could have happened to anybody'. Firms fined £1.3m.
Purley kebab shop late-night bid faces resident backlash
Residents in Purley have objected to Berlin Grill's bid to extend opening hours until 1am or 2am, citing noise, odours and safety fears. Croydon Council's licensing committee will consider the application on September 28.
Woman accused of killing banker read his texts after stabbing
Joanna Cierpka, 51, allegedly stabbed banker Henrik Slotsaa, 52, during a severe depressive episode, then read his messages to a female co-worker, the Old Bailey heard.
Southwark tops south-east London crime list in August 2026
Southwark recorded the highest crime rate in south-east London in August, with 3,784 offences, while Bexley had the lowest at 1,435, according to Met Police data.
Croydon arms dealer jailed for $200m missile deal
A Croydon businessman, David Greenhalgh, 68, was jailed for 16 years for brokering illegal arms deals worth $200m, including missile systems to Sudan.
Final plea to save Teddington's last allotments from graveyard
Campaigners urge Richmond Council to pause Shacklegate Lane allotments closure on Oct 1, proposing partial conversion and grave reuse to address burial shortages.
HMRC to pay £19m in state pension tax refunds after error
HMRC will distribute £19 million in refunds to state pensioners overcharged due to a tax error spanning 15 years, with payments averaging £6 per person.
Woman stabbed banker after 'kill yourself' taunt, court told
A depressed woman told jurors her City banker boyfriend told her to 'kill yourself already, you freak' before she fatally stabbed him at their Elephant and Castle home.
Brothers jailed for Nando's kidnap and £30k blackmail
Two brothers who lured a man to Lewisham Nando's via a fake dating profile, held him at gunpoint for six hours, and demanded £30,000 have been jailed for over seven years each.
Gifts in Wills Fund North London Hospice Care
Nearly one in five North London Hospice patients has care funded by gifts in Wills. Learn how free Will-writing services support the charity's work across Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey.
Fare dodgers owed share of £5m payout after convictions quashed
Only 10,339 of 48,000 eligible have claimed repayments from £4.9m returned after train firms unlawfully prosecuted fare dodgers via Single Justice Procedure.
Fleet Street's £634m Salisbury Square: A Bad Deal?
The City of London Corporation is spending £633.8m on Salisbury Square, with the Government paying a peppercorn rent, sparking concerns over the deal's value.
Croydon council tax cuts could hit 19,000 residents
Over 19,000 low-income and disabled Croydon residents may see council tax discounts cut to 50%, as Mayor Jason Perry proposes aligning with London boroughs.
Restore activist in antisemitic video tied to by-election
Patrick McGinnis, who nominated Restore's Tyler Johnson for Holborn & St Pancras, filmed himself in 2024 saying 'Jewish ideas' ruined the country.
Man Accused of Attempted Murder in Ladywell Fire Case
Perry Martin, 58, of Downham, faces two attempted murder charges after allegedly setting fire to a Ladywell home and possessing petrol bombs.
TfL swings to £128m loss after strikes and heatwave
TfL expects a £128m loss this year after Tube strikes and 40 heatwave days cut passenger numbers, reversing a predicted £5m profit.
South London Criminals Jailed in September 2026
Brothers who kidnapped a man for £30,000, a coach driver who raped a 12-year-old, and a drug dealer advertising 'fattest bags' are among south London criminals jailed in September 2026.
Hillingdon Council sets six priorities for 2030
Hillingdon Council approved six priorities for policy until 2030, including affordable homes and 'brilliant at the basics', with a full delivery plan due soon.
£130k earner feels broke in London with just £10k savings
A Bromley consultant earning £130k a year says he feels broke in London, spending £6,000 monthly and saving only £10,000, despite triple the average UK wage.
Sidcup pharmacy attacker sentenced to community order
Curtis Bailey, 33, pushed over an 89-year-old and broke a worker's arm during a temper tantrum at Southcotts Pharmacy in Sidcup. He received an 18-month community order.
Rebel Wilson sued by The Deb producers over alleged blocking
Rebel Wilson faces a NSW Supreme Court lawsuit from The Deb producers over alleged misleading conduct, defamation, and a $1 million fee dispute.
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