Event at AFC Wimbledon's stadium on November 14 aims to raise funds for homelessness and hardship.
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CamdenZack Polanski banned from entering Israel following party's vote to define Zionism as racism.
LewishamResidents can apply for £200 to £1,000 to fund community projects aimed at reducing waste issues.
Kensington & ChelseaAbdullah Albadri will serve a minimum of 20 years for attempting to scale a fence at the Kensington embassy with two knives.
LondonTransport for London could gain powers to manage bike numbers and parking under new proposals.
WestminsterAggressive tactics by unlicensed groups operating as CICs prompt call for new enforcement powers.
LondonNew subscription aims to provide a regular revenue stream for independent book retailers across the UK.
LondonThe suburb's linear development is a direct result of its history as a Roman route and a railway stop.
LondonPolice are appealing for witnesses following the fatal incident near Chingford.
All LondonSophie Dror's remark on social media followed a machete attack in Uxbridge.
LondonBarking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust will improve care following feedback from families.
CamdenThe community land trust will deliver eight affordable and six market-rate homes at 31 Daleham Gardens.
CroydonThe Sandilands-based choir invites prospective members to an introductory event on October 15.
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The UK Government has requested the Competition and Markets Authority investigate BT Group's agreement to acquire TalkTalk. The investigation must be completed within two weeks, with BT Group stating the total cash impact of the deals will be around £400 million.
Council & Politics
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Green Party leader Zack Polanski has been barred from entering Israel after his party passed a motion defining Zionism as a form of racism. The decision comes as voters in Holborn and St Pancras express concern over the divisive vote ahead of a by-election.
Council & Politics
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Lewisham Council is offering microgrants of up to £1,000 to residents and community groups for projects addressing fly-tipping. The initiative comes as the borough faces a high number of incidents and significant spending on waste management.
Crime & Safety
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Abdullah Albadri has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum 20-year term for attempting a knife attack at the Israeli embassy in Kensington. He was tackled by armed police after jumping onto an 8ft fence on 28 April 2025, carrying two knives.
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Mayor of London, Lord Khan, has announced plans for a London-wide regulatory regime for dockless bikes. The proposed framework would give Transport for London statutory powers to manage bike numbers, set parking standards, and require operators to share data.
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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.
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Welling High Street, now a mile long with over 250 shops, owes its distinctive shape to its origins as a Roman road and the arrival of the railway in 1895. This transformed a small village into a major shopping centre within the London Borough of Bexley.
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Dons Local Action Group (DLAG) is hosting a Stadium Sleep Out at AFC Wimbledon's Stadium on November 14. The event aims to raise money and awareness for people facing homelessness and hardship across south west London. Tickets cost £30 and include entry, two drinks and breakfast.
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Croydon Council will consider a recommendation to hand adult‑learning delivery to specialist providers at its 14 October cabinet meeting. Most classes are moving from the Clocktower to Strand House in Thornton Heath, and a consultation will be opened if the model is adopted.
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Trams between New Addington and East Croydon will be suspended for nearly two weeks from October 24 due to essential track renewal works. Road closures on Kent Gateway will also be in place for a month, with residents warned of potential noise from the 24-hour construction.
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Construction is progressing at the former Century Youth House on Albert Road, Romford, to convert the vacant building into nine family homes. Havering Council approved the plans in December 2025, with the project set to retain the historic core of the 1800s building.
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The Metropolitan Police arrested 711 individuals and seized over 110 modified e-bikes during a September crackdown on phone theft and robbery across London. The operation aimed to tackle crimes significantly impacting residents and recover stolen devices.
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The Metropolitan Police and the charity Crimestoppers are offering a combined £20,000 reward for information regarding the disappearance of Nazire Koreli, who vanished from Welling in September 2024. A man arrested in connection with her suspected murder has been released on bail.
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The National March for Palestine is scheduled for Saturday, 10 October 2026, in central London. Organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, the event is expected to draw around 10,000 participants. The Metropolitan Police will deploy several hundred officers and has announced conditions under the Public Order Act.
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Labour's candidate for the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, Sagal Abdi-Wali, has been criticised for not attending a homelessness hustings. Organisers from Streets Kitchen expressed anger at her no-show, stating she did not reply to their invitation. The by-election is scheduled for Thursday, 8 October 2026.
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