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LondonMetropolitan Police hands evidence file to Crown Prosecution Service ahead of 2027 deadline.
Dylan Earl jailed for 17 years for Leyton warehouse fire and National Security Act offence.
All LondonLondon Councils urges the Department for Education to standardise procedures after 90 schools closed or merged in the last five years
City of LondonThe group’s UK turnover rose 3% to over £100 million for the year to 28 December 2025, while EBITDA grew 4% to £8.5 million.
BarnetNew finance roles aim to address projected £113.5 million budget deficit by 2028.
NewhamSenior coroner cites 14 safety failures after Hugo Flint Cahan was strangled at Newham Mental Health Centre in January 2023
The soft‑toy maker added 22 new retail sites in 2025, boosting sales 43% and planning further expansion in 2026
LondonSem Moema says homeowners need certainty on when new laws will be implemented.
All LondonA joint report highlights concerns over AI-enabled violence against women and girls, prompting calls for stronger regulation.
LambethFamily seek answers as coroner considers whether to resume proceedings after pre-inquest review.
EalingHistoric England recognises the Central line station's unique 1930s architectural design.
Analysis shows average property price in Kensington and Chelsea is 17.3 times average earnings.
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Crime & Safety
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A jury at Inner London Crown Court found Christopher Brain guilty of rape and four sexual assaults, bringing the total to 22 sexual offences involving 13 women. Victims will be allowed to give impact statements at a sentencing hearing expected to last two days.
Crime & Safety
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The Metropolitan Police has submitted an evidence file to the Crown Prosecution Service concerning the Grenfell Tower fire, naming 20 organisations and 54 individuals. Potential charges include corporate manslaughter and health and safety offences. The CPS is expected to make charging decisions before the disaster's 10th anniversary in 2027.
Crime & Safety
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Dylan Earl, who admitted aggravated arson and a National Security Act charge, has been ordered to pay £164,301 in compensation to victims of the Leyton warehouse fire. He was jailed for 17 years for his role in the attack.
Council & Politics
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A new London Councils report says lengthy closure consultations leave pupils, parents and staff in limbo for months. The body calls for faster decisions on vacant school sites and for the DfE to set uniform rules.
Business
· 4 min read
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants announced UK revenues exceeded £100 million for the year to 28 December 2025, a 3% increase, and EBITDA rose 4% to £8.5 million. The 22 Bishopsgate venue, described as a ‘star performer’, recorded sales more than twice those of the previous year, boosted by a Netflix documentary.
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A Prevention of Future Deaths report issued by senior coroner Graeme Irvine names 14 concerns at Newham Mental Health Centre, including missed observations and falsified records. East London NHS Foundation Trust and NHS England have until 19 November 2026 to reply.
Business
Jellycat reported a pre‑tax profit of £240 million for 2025 after sales rose 43% to £450 million. The company opened 22 new retail spaces, including a Jellycat Fish & Chips shop in Selfridges, London, and will pay about £179 million in dividends to its parent.
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Westminster City Council is calling for urgent changes to outdated legislation governing street collections. The council faces aggressive tactics from unlicensed collectors, often operating as Community Interest Companies, and current laws prevent effective enforcement.
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Bookshop.org has introduced a new audiobook subscription service costing £12.99 per month. The initiative allows independent bookshops to receive full profit from audiobook sales, offering an alternative to existing platforms and aiming to boost revenue for retailers.
Transport & TfL
A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after a collision on the A406 North Circular near Chingford in the early hours of Sunday, 4 October 2026. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses.
Council & Politics
Hillingdon councillor Sophie Dror has faced accusations of "stoking hatred" after posting a comment about immigration on social media shortly after a machete attack in Uxbridge. The remark was made in a private group and has since been deleted.
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Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust has launched an action plan to enhance the care of children with autism or learning disabilities in its emergency departments. The move follows a rise in attendances and feedback from parents about communication and support.
Property & Planning
NW3 Community Land Trust is preparing to start construction on a 14-flat development in Belsize Park. The project at 31 Daleham Gardens will include eight affordable homes and six for the open market, aiming to counter the loss of affordable housing in the NW3 area.
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Croydon Male Voice Choir is holding an open evening for potential new members at their Sandilands rehearsal space on October 15. The event offers a chance for interested individuals to learn more about the choir and its activities.
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Employers hiring delivery riders without the right to work in the UK could face fines of up to £60,000 per worker, director disqualification, or imprisonment. The Home Office announced the new measures on October 1, requiring businesses to verify workers' legal status.
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