Staged wedding cake drop sparks debate over waste
A staged wedding cake drop by Johnnie Boden's daughter Annie has divided opinion, with some calling it iconic and others condemning the waste of edible art.
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Belgravia police station to become 255-room hotel
A former police station in Belgravia will be converted into a 255-room hotel, adding 49 extra beds to an approved 206-room scheme, despite residents' concerns over water pressure.
Kingston Homes and Nursery to Replace Empty Car Dealership
Kingston Council approved plans for 34 flats and a nursery to replace the former Vauxhall Motor Dealership, with no affordable housing due to viability issues.
Bermondsey Tower Block Approved for Key Worker Homes
A 21-storey tower block in Bermondsey with 152 affordable homes for key workers like teachers and nurses has been unanimously approved by Southwark Council.
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Zedwell Capsule Hotel review: Oak box sleep from £30
Zedwell Capsule Hotel offers oak pods above Piccadilly Circus from £30/night. Quiet, dark, and minimalist, but extras like towels and padlocks cost more. 4/5 stars.
HPI Vehicle History Check: Essential Car Buying Guide
An HPI check reveals hidden car history: outstanding finance, theft, write-off status, and mileage discrepancies. Essential for used car buyers.
Kingston Hospital wing demolished for 150 flats
Kingston Council approved plans to demolish the empty Regent Wing of Kingston Hospital and replace it with three six-storey blocks of 150 build-to-rent flats, cycle storage, and play areas.
Brixton Village Gets ACV Status, Hailed by Campaigners
Lambeth Council designates Brixton Village and Market Row as an Asset of Community Value, giving community groups time to bid before sale. Campaigners call it a 'long time coming' but say it doesn't guarantee ownership.
Hitchin named top London commuter town for 2026
Hitchin is London's most popular commuter town for 2026, with average property prices hitting £495,800, pricing out locals like journalist Eleanor Noyce.
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Khan misses reduced affordable housing target by thousands
Mayor Sadiq Khan fell short of the revised affordable housing target, delivering only 14,335 starts against a reduced goal of 17,800-19,000 homes.
Gatwick Zoo closed, now housing development with 17 homes
Gatwick Zoo, home to 900 animals and a beloved family attraction for 29 years, closed in 2002 and has been redeveloped into 17 homes after a planning battle.
Housefishing: AI-Enhanced Property Listings Helpful or Sinister?
Estate agents use AI to enhance property photos, but misleading images spark debate. How much AI enhancement is too much? Agents, buyers, and trading standards experts weigh in.
Narrowest UK home with Tube-size bedroom on sale for £500k
A two-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in Barnet, north London, with a main bedroom just 9ft by 8ft—the width of a Tube carriage—is on the market for £500,000.
Kingston council offices to be replaced by 100 homes
Kingston Council's former Guildhall 1 office block could be demolished for around 100 new homes, shops, and offices, as part of a major transformation of the council's HQ.
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Alton Estate regeneration in limbo after 14 years
Nearly 14 years after regeneration plans were agreed, the Alton Estate's future is uncertain as Wandsworth Council's new Tory leadership faces a petition to proceed with the masterplan backed by 82% of residents in a ballot.
Hackney Greens criticised over double moves in estate revamp
Hackney's Green administration approved Phases 4 and 5 of Woodberry Down regeneration, with up to 32 social tenants facing two moves, sparking Labour accusations of a U-turn.
Woolwich estate in development plan sparks resident fears
Woolwich Dockyard residents and businesses are blindsided by Greenwich Council's draft Local Plan, which identifies their area for 1,020 flats, despite no final decisions made.
Berlin Wall fragment in London garden sparks planning row
A 2.75-tonne Berlin Wall slab in a Herne Hill garden faces removal after neighbours complained. Owner Steven Thorpe plans to appeal the council's enforcement notice.
Croydon High Court challenge over walk-in housing closure
A High Court judge granted a judicial review of Croydon Council's decision to close its walk-in homelessness service, citing minimal evidence of adequate alternatives for digitally excluded residents.
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Airbnb owner loses sauna appeal after neighbour complaints
An Airbnb owner in Norfolk has lost his battle to keep a sauna and decking after neighbours complained of outdoor sex sessions, used condoms, and noise. The Planning Inspectorate dismissed his appeal.
Merton to Close HMO Loophole Across All Wards
Merton Council will require full planning permission for all new small HMOs across the borough, closing a loophole that allowed conversions without consent in affluent areas like Wimbledon Village.
Minister warns London councils over housing evictions
Homelessness Minister Alison McGovern says councils must ensure no one is evicted when buying properties for temporary accommodation, after an investigation found a third of London boroughs don't check for evictions.
Berlin Wall in London garden must be removed, council says
Southwark Council orders Steven Thorpe to remove a 3.6-metre Berlin Wall section from his Herne Hill garden, citing oppressive scale and planning violations.
Wandsworth scraps tower block plan on Lennox Estate after Tory win
Wandsworth Council has scrapped plans for a 14-storey tower block on the Lennox Estate in Roehampton, following the Conservative election victory in May.
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South London Cemetery Walk Near Top-Rated Pub
Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery in Lewisham offers a shaded Victorian walk with wildflowers and war graves, near the Ladywell Tavern pub.
Genius Crossword No 277: Win £100
Enter The Guardian's Genius crossword No 277 by 1 August for a chance to win £100. One entry per person, employees excluded.
New Isa Rules Confuse First-Time Buyers
The government's new first-time buyer Isa replaces the Lifetime Isa but introduces complexity and fails to address the £450,000 cap, leaving young buyers frustrated.
DLR track costs stall Shadwell affordable homes
A 41-home affordable housing project in Shadwell is stalled due to £2m DLR maintenance costs. Community leaders urge Mayor Khan to rescue the plan.
Iver: Commuter village with houses £40k cheaper than London
Iver in Buckinghamshire offers Elizabeth Line links to London Paddington in 27 minutes, with average house prices £40,000 below London's average.
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Rat in Toilet: A True Story That Will Haunt You
A family member finds a rat in her toilet bowl, a terrifying urban myth proven real. The incident sparks panic and raises questions about rodent intrusion.
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