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Hundreds of employees across multiple London locations are seeking help to recover outstanding pay.
CroydonBourneview footpath crossing in Kenley, Croydon, was classified as 'reasonably high risk' by Network Rail.
LambethThe Inner London Crown Court ordered the two firms to pay costs of £125,000 each after finding them guilty of ignoring foreseeable risks that led to a fatal falling pane in 2018.
SouthwarkJoanna Cierpka told jurors her boyfriend, Henrik Slotsaa, said 'Kill yourself already, you freak' before she fatally stabbed him.
LondonHammersmith and Fulham Council's Licensing Sub-Committee approved late-night hours for the King Street development.
Sadiq Khan agrees to three of 12 demands for improved working conditions, including toilets and air conditioning.
LondonNojus Sartauskas admitted performing wheel spins and doughnuts on Lockfield Avenue.
A 46-year-old man was detained on suspicion of malicious communications following a security incident.
WandsworthThe annual competition celebrated residents' efforts to enhance green spaces and biodiversity across the borough.
The 'Pay with Smile' system allows customers to make purchases with a glance at participating Kiss the Hippo locations.
All LondonTfL invites residents to comment on a new Overground link between Hendon and Hounslow, proposing four stations and a budget that could reach £1.2bn.
SouthwarkFraudster conned over 60 victims out of their savings between 2015 and 2016.
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Business
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London's stock market ended lower on Thursday, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing a slight decline. Investors remained cautious, weighing developments from the US-China summit while keeping a close watch on fluctuating oil prices and elevated bond yields.
Business
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Triyoga, a London yoga chain owned by Common Bond, has suddenly closed all its studios. Over one hundred staff members have approached a union for assistance in recovering unpaid wages, with final payments due on September 17 now delayed.
Transport & TfL
· 3 min read
An inquest concluded that an 11-year-old boy, Jaiden Shehata, died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Croydon, with his mobile phone distraction and the crossing's lack of warnings cited as causes.
Council & Politics
· 4 min read
A property developer and a façade contractor were fined a total of £1.3 million after a 130 kg window fell from The Corniche in Vauxhall, killing coach driver Mick Ferris in 2018. The court criticised their risk‑assessment processes and ordered each to cover £125,000 in costs.
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Joanna Cierpka, 51, has pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility. Her boyfriend, Henrik Slotsaa, 52, was found dead at their Elephant and Castle home on March 15, 2026.
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The Mayor of London has rejected a proposed Bill of Rights for bus drivers, opting instead for an evolving approach to working conditions. While agreeing to install toilets on all routes and air conditioning in cabins by May 2027, he refused to enshrine all 12 demands in operator contracts.
Council & Politics
A driver has been ordered to pay over £9,000 after admitting to breaching an Enfield Council car cruising injunction. Nojus Sartauskas performed dangerous stunts on Lockfield Avenue in August 2026, violating an order designed to curb antisocial driving.
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Richmond upon Thames has been recognised as the UK's healthiest area according to ZAVA's 2026 Healthy Habit Index. The study analysed factors including obesity, physical activity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and proximity of fast food outlets to gyms.
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Beneath the City of London's historic churches lie crypt museums offering glimpses into the capital's past. From Roman pavements to bell fragments from the Great Fire, these underground spaces provide unique historical insights.
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A new manufacturing facility has opened on Old Kent Road in Southwark, south London, producing specialist metal components for the defence industry. The company, Isembard, was founded two years ago and serves customers in defence, robotics, and nuclear energy sectors.
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London’s bankers and lawyers collected more than £1bn in advisory fees in 2026 as UK merger activity jumped 175% to £100bn. JP Morgan led the advisory market, while the Intertek deal alone is set to generate over £370m in fees.
Crime & Safety
Four men received prison terms of 13 to 22 years after Snaresbrook Crown Court found them guilty of conspiracy to import about 600 kg of cocaine concealed in frozen fish destined for Billingsgate Market. The operation was described by the Met as industrial‑scale and valued at over £20 million.
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With Heathrow Airport planning significant expansion, Transport for London is questioning the future of the Heathrow Express. The premium service faces scrutiny over its passenger numbers, fares, and use of limited rail capacity, with alternatives like the Elizabeth line offering a more affordable option.
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London Stadium LLP, owned by the GLA, has asked Newham Council to lift its limit on concerts from ten to twenty‑four a year. Assembly member Bassam Mahfouz has called on Mayor Sadiq Khan to sell the venue to West Ham United, citing a £19 million annual deficit and a £2.5 million rent arrangement that he says harms the public purse.
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A south-east London nursery is set to close in December after being sold to Crystal Palace Football Club, prompting concerns among parents about securing alternative childcare. A petition has been launched calling for an extension to the closure date.
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