Met Office predicts gusts up to 47 mph on 23 October; roofing expert James Roe issues a step‑by‑step safety checklist.
The houses are now marketed for sale and the site keeps the public footpath to the nearby park
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BarnetShe will succeed Rabbi Mark Goldsmith as Senior Rabbi from May 2027.
The Conservative party is shortlisting candidates, while independents and other parties begin to declare intentions.
The 2026 season sees ten clubs across two divisions, while the sport counts about 75,000 female players worldwide outside Australia
WandsworthResidents protested on 15 October, citing weekend footfall drops of up to 30 percent while TfL claims the work improves reliability
Kensington & ChelseaA crack in a cast-iron abutment has kept the Chelsea bridge closed to vehicles since February 2026, prompting resident frustration.
CroydonA new study places the borough last out of 58 locations for drivability, citing road incidents and offences.
Around 20 drivers expressed fears over job security and livelihood impacts from autonomous vehicles.
CamdenCamden park closures are a safety precaution following two fatal stabbings in three years.
Three south London offenders received lengthy prison terms for a nightclub shooting, a ULEZ camera bomb and an online monkey‑torture network
Delays and service suspensions reported across multiple Tube and tram lines on Tuesday morning.
LondonMayor Sadiq Khan urges early purchase for the annual display, with prices frozen from last year.
Council leader states authority is 'shocked' by request amid opposition to river wastewater scheme.
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Enfield Council has introduced its Economic Growth Plan 2040, named Enfield Delivers, aiming to make the borough a leading business hub. This initiative follows a period of rising unemployment and the closure of a significant local factory.
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Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue (EHRS) has appointed Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers as its new Senior Rabbi. She will take over the leadership role from Rabbi Mark Goldsmith on 1st May 2027, having previously served the Stonegrove-based congregation.
Council & Politics
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As the race for the next London mayoral election heats up, the Conservative party is actively shortlisting candidates. Meanwhile, Peter Murray plans to run as an independent, and the Liberal Democrats have seen two members express interest in the role.
Culture & Arts
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In 2026 the AFL London women’s competition grew to ten clubs in two divisions, reflecting a 35% jump in female involvement abroad. London‑born Iona Williams exemplifies the surge, playing for West London Wildcats as the sport reaches roughly 75,000 women and girls outside Australia.
Transport & TfL
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Transport for London is investing £500,000 in track‑circuit and fault‑monitoring upgrades on the East Putney‑Wimbledon branch after Southfields residents recorded more than 130 commuter‑hour losses this year and demonstrated on 15 October. Business owners say weekend closures cut footfall by up to a third.
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Croydon has been identified as the most stressful place to drive in the UK, according to a study by MoneySuperMarket. The borough received the lowest score for drivability, influenced by a high number of one-way roads, recorded road incidents, and an increase in driving offences.
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Private hire drivers protested outside Wayve's King's Cross headquarters on Saturday, organised by the ADCU, citing concerns that autonomous vehicles threaten their livelihoods. They called on London Mayor Sadiq Khan to take a clear stance against the technology's widespread adoption.
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Storm Austen will bring strong winds and heavy rain to east London on 22‑23 October 2026. James Roe, founder of UK Roofing Specialist, advises residents to check roofs from ground level, clear gutters, secure outdoor items and document any damage for insurers.
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The Top Secret Comedy Club is seeking a licence to open at 10 Fetter Lane in the City of London, but faces objections from the City of London Corporation's Pollution Control team over noise concerns for nearby residents.
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King Charles removed landlord Nirpaul Riat’s OBE after the Cabinet Office said his actions brought the honours system into disrepute. The decision follows a £300,000 fine imposed in 2023 for renting properties in terrible condition for more than 15 years.
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Croydon Council is seeking public input on its budget for 2027/28 and the subsequent three years. The proposals aim to deliver essential services using a £650m budget while implementing £83.7m in savings and improving financial stability.
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Residents in Barnet can obtain 'No Trick or Treat' posters from the Broad Green Safer Neighbourhood Team. The initiative aims to help households that prefer not to be disturbed during Halloween activities indicate their wishes.
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James Slater is set to become Camden Council leader after a full‑council vote on 16 November 2026. The decision follows Sagal Abdi‑Wali’s election as MP for Holborn and St Pancras on 12 October, where she beat Green leader Zack Polanski by 12 points. Labour’s majority on the 30‑seat council makes Slater’s appointment virtually certain.
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On a Wednesday full‑council meeting, Loughborough Voices representatives asked Lambeth Council for a written response to their concerns about damp, leaks and pest infestations. The council, which announced legal action against the estate's management board in April, pledged a reply within ten days.
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During Challenge Poverty Week, Tower Hamlets Council announced expanded clothing vouchers for up to 7,000 pupils and continued its universal free school meals programme, which saves families about £550 per child each year. The council also highlighted over £5.7 million in education grants since 2022.
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