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Alan Dore faces murder and attempted murder charges following an incident in Shepherd's Bush on August 18.
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Motion calls for provisional licences to be prohibited for commercial moped and motorcycle deliveries.
All LondonMayor of London's submission to Parliament criticises government evidence for third runway plan.
WandsworthA watchdog found the council caused distress and uncertainty for a mother facing eviction.
LondonAn Assembly Member's report argues current targets incentivise small properties, potentially driving families out of London.
LondonNew figures reveal stark differences in how long residents can expect to live across the capital's neighbourhoods.
All LondonSaja El-Khawas was the youngest of four family members pulled from the water in West Sussex.
BarnetAli Fallahi admitted starting a fire at a tribute cabinet in Limes Avenue on 27 April.
LondonOne death and over 200 illnesses reported amid concerns over imported eggs used in restaurants.
BarnetOwner lost planning appeal last year, with enforcement notice deadline now passed.
LondonPolice received a report of the incident on Masons Avenue on August 17, 2026.
Kensington & ChelseaForecasters predict unsettled weather with showers and possible thunderstorms across the bank holiday weekend.
LondonPolice are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of remains believed to be a woman aged 25 to 45.
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A 52-year-old man has died in police custody at the Windmill Road Custody Suite in Croydon. He was arrested on August 19 and found unresponsive in his cell on August 21. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating.
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The London Assembly has passed a motion urging the government to ban the use of provisional licences for commercial delivery work. The move aims to improve road safety by ensuring delivery riders hold full driving qualifications.
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The Mayor of London has stated that the government's justification for expanding Heathrow Airport is based on outdated information from 2015. City Hall's submission to the House of Commons Transport Committee argues that environmental evidence does not guarantee reduced impacts from a new runway.
Council & Politics
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Wandsworth Council must pay a mother £500 for mishandling her homelessness application, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has ruled. The council withdrew two temporary accommodation offers before eventually housing the resident.
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London's housing targets are encouraging developers to build too many small flats instead of the family-sized homes the capital needs, according to a report by Conservative Assembly Member Andrew Boff. The current focus on unit numbers may be forcing families to leave the city.
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A six-year-old girl has died in hospital following a tragedy at sea in Shoreham, West Sussex. Saja El-Khawas passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, three days after she and three family members were pulled from the water. Her father, mother, and older sister had previously been confirmed dead.
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Ali Fallahi, 46, has pleaded guilty to arson after setting fire to a memorial cabinet in Golders Green. The incident occurred on 27 April at a wall dedicated to protesters killed in Iran and victims of the Nova music festival attack.
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A 19-hour yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued for Greater London, with predictions of up to 50mm of rainfall in a few hours, increasing the risk of flash floods and disruption.
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Melrose Industries will not face criminal investigation over its California site incident. The company plans to resume manufacturing in late September and will launch a claims programme for up to $100 million for affected residents and businesses.
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Brent Civic Centre has been closed until further notice following a fatal stabbing on August 25. A person was found injured and pronounced dead at the scene, prompting an evacuation and ongoing police investigation.
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A Romanian fashion designer had a diamond-encrusted Richard Mille watch, valued at over £137,000, cut from his wrist outside a Mayfair restaurant. Two men are on trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of the robbery, while a third has pleaded guilty.
Council & Politics
A new poll for the 2028 London mayoral election places Labour in the lead with 33% support. Reform UK's candidate, Laila Cunningham, is shown in second place with 20% support, potentially challenging Labour in the final run-off.
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A five-year-old boy died after falling from a 15th-floor window in Plaistow. The assistant coroner concluded there was no basis for a report to prevent future deaths, despite concerns raised about the window's safety.
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Passengers on the c2c and Greater Anglia routes are facing longer journeys and potential delays as Network Rail addresses track issues caused by dried-out clay. Speed restrictions are in place until the ground recovers.
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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has explained his approach to team building, stating that while his attacking trio of Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Morgan Rogers are crucial, the team will not be constructed solely around them. All three scored in Chelsea's recent 3-2 victory over Fulham.
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