Three of the borough's five Green councillors voted against the national party's controversial conference decision.
The Top Secret Comedy Club's plans for 10 Fetter Lane are opposed by the City of London Corporation's pollution team.
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LondonDaniel Sean James faces court in April 2027 over the fatal stabbing of Kirandeep Kaur in her west London home.
IPPR think tank suggests EU membership as a medium-term goal for Britain to enhance its influence.
New data ranks SE1 postcode district 13th nationally for pest control call-outs.
BarnetCabinet approved ring‑fenced money from the Department of Health and Social Care to expand prevention, treatment and recovery provision through Change Grow Live
Businessman Alex Challoner claims his plans could unlock land for 300,000 new homes across London.
CroydonSeth Forestson is the first category winner in the competition's history to use a smartphone for his award-winning photograph.
City of LondonPunch Pubs & Co has invested in the refurbishment and new management has taken over the running of the historic venue.
CroydonEthel Corduff secured a prize worth over £90 in a competition for paying subscribers.
The judge ruled the lawsuits were filed beyond the six‑year limit, ending a challenge by thousands of drivers and two private‑hire firms.
Average monthly rent for new lets in the capital increases for the tenth consecutive month.
New survey suggests significant gains for Labour and losses for Conservatives and Greens across the capital.
The council's 'Enfield Delivers' strategy aims to boost jobs and investment, but faces challenges including factory closures and a rising jobless rate.
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An increasing number of state schools are extending the October half term to two weeks, creating childcare challenges for parents and a potential postcode lottery. Academies, independent of local authorities, are leading this shift, with some councils shortening summer holidays to accommodate the change.
Crime & Safety
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A trial date has been set for Daniel Sean James, who is accused of murdering Kirandeep Kaur in Hayes. James, 46, faces court in April 2027. Kaur, 24, was fatally stabbed in her home on 12 July.
Council & Politics
· 3 min read
A new report by the IPPR think tank recommends that the UK should aim to rejoin the European Union. The report argues that global political shifts necessitate greater scale for Britain to effectively address challenges from Russia, China, and the US.
Local News
· 2 min read
Southwark and Borough (SE1) has been identified as one of Britain's worst affected areas for bed bug infestations. A new analysis of pest control call-outs placed the postcode district 13th nationally among the top 15 hotspots.
Council & Politics
· 4 min read
Barnet Council approved an extra £3.5 million for substance‑misuse services at its October 12 cabinet meeting. The funding, sourced from the Department of Health and Social Care via OHID, will run from 2026/27 to 2028/29 and will be delivered through an enhanced contract with charity Change Grow Live, extending support for rough sleepers, women, young people and others.
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Croydon resident Seth Forestson has won the Urban Wildlife category in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards. His winning photograph of a common water monitor lizard was taken on a smartphone, making him the first category winner in the competition's history to achieve this without professional equipment.
Local News
The Owl pub in Loughton is set to reopen on October 27 following a significant refurbishment costing nearly £500,000. Sanjeev Guram, director of CDZ Inns Ltd, has taken over the management of the historic venue, which is located in Epping Forest.
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Enfield Green councillors have expressed differing views on a national party motion condemning Zionism. Councillor Aziz Yildiz stated he would have voted against the motion, while group leader Sarah Jons confirmed she and two others opposed it.
Local News
A woman was taken to hospital as a priority after being struck by a vehicle on Church Elm Lane in Dagenham. London Ambulance Service crews attended the scene on 21 October.
Culture & Arts
An exhibition featuring 300 royal jewellery pieces, spanning five centuries, will open at The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, in June 2027. The display will include items from Queen Charlotte to Elizabeth II, but will not feature the Crown Jewels.
Business
Sainsbury's has improved its profit outlook, reporting a 4.1% rise in total revenues to £16.2 billion for the 28 weeks to 12 September 2026. Grocery sales grew by 2.9% to £13.2 billion, while fuel sales saw a significant increase.
Property & Planning
Plans for a community sauna with a capacity for 50 people have been submitted to Bromley Council for a site in Crystal Palace Park. The proposal from the Crystal Palace Park Trust and Community Sauna Baths CIC includes a temporary office space.
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A new clinical trial called Ad-Smart is set to speed up the discovery of Alzheimer's treatments by testing multiple drugs at once. Experts estimate this approach could more than halve the time needed for drug development, with initial results expected by 2030.
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Erdem Mustafa, 35, was killed in a shooting at the Sun and Woolpack pub in Enfield on Monday, 19 October 2026. The Metropolitan Police are seeking a person captured on CCTV and have urged the public to come forward with any information.
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