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42 stories from and about City of London, mostly council & politics, local news, culture & arts. The most recent ran on 14 September 2026. Page 2 of 3.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London Corporation repaid £11,600 in miscoded travel costs
The City of London Corporation identified and repaid £11,600 in travel expenses incorrectly charged to its City Fund, including a £1,725 stay at Tokyo’s Shangri-La hotel. The costs, linked to international financial sector promotion, were reallocated in April 2026 after a year-end review.
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Property & Planning · City of LondonTower of London moat to become wetland after £70m upgrade approved
Historic Royal Palaces has secured permission to transform the Tower of London’s dry moat into a wildlife-friendly wetland. The £70 million project will use a Victorian culvert as a water storage tank, following successful trials of a small wetland patch.
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Culture & Arts · LondonDejan Kulusevski faces six month driving ban after Limehouse tunnel speeding
Tottenham winger Dejan Kulusevski was caught travelling at 43 mph in a 30 mph zone inside the Limehouse Link tunnel on 28 September 2025. The Metropolitan Police warn the offence will bring at least 12 penalty points, putting him at risk of a six‑month ban, with a sentencing hearing scheduled for 21 September 2026.
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Council & Politics · CamdenHampstead Heath pond changes restrict low‑income swimmers
The Kenwood Ladies’ Pond Association has written to Alderman Gregory Jones KC complaining that the City of London Corporation’s refusal to accept instalment payments, closure of the booking phone line and cash‑less policy are making Hampstead Heath’s bathing ponds less accessible for low‑income users. A judicial review by Sex Matters is set for later this year.
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Crime & Safety · LondonFinance worker jailed for stealing £92,000 from breast cancer charity
A finance worker has been sentenced to two years and six months in prison for defrauding Breast Cancer Now. Tameem Choudhury diverted a £91,966.72 refund payment intended for the charity into his own bank account.
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Council & Politics · LondonEpping Forest fungi picking ban enforced amid social media craze
The City of London Corporation has issued a warning regarding the picking of fungi in Epping Forest, citing bylaws and the ecological significance of the mushrooms. The appeal follows a surge in fungi-related content on social media platforms.
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Local News · LondonLondon life expectancy gap spans 15 years
New figures from the Office for National Statistics show a 15-year difference in average life expectancy between London's neighbourhoods. The City of London has the highest borough average, while East Village in Stratford has the lowest neighbourhood average.
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Council & Politics · LondonNew Spitalfields Market installs London’s largest rooftop solar array
New Spitalfields Market in Walthamstow has completed London’s largest rooftop solar installation, a 1.4 MWp array expected to generate 1.27 GWh of electricity yearly. The £1 million project, managed by the City of London Corporation, aims to reduce grid reliance and support its 2027 net-zero target.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police seize 2,367 illegal e-bikes in year as powers expand
Metropolitan Police seized 2,367 illegal e-bikes in the year to 19 May 2026, the highest total in the UK. Under the Crime and Policing Act 2026, officers can now confiscate modified e-bikes without issuing a warning. Barnet residents report rising concerns over speeding and pavement use.
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Council & Politics · CamdenParliament Hill Lido bans under-16s alone after bottle attack injures two
Parliament Hill Fields Lido in Hampstead Heath has barred unaccompanied under-16s and installed 10ft perimeter walls after a 15-year-old boy and a man were injured in a bottle attack on 25 May. The City of London Corporation, which manages the site, confirmed the new security measures following two closures in recent weeks.
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Local News · HackneyHackney sixth-formers secure Oxbridge places and record grades in 2026 results
Hackney sixth-formers collected A-level, T-level and BTEC results on 13 August 2026, with three Mossbourne students securing Oxbridge places. Schools including Excelsior Academy and Cardinal Pole reported provisional grades above England averages, though figures remain unverified until later this summer.
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Local News · HackneyEast London NHS Trust downgraded over Hackney mental health safety risks
The Care Quality Commission has downgraded East London NHS Foundation Trust’s emergency mental health support in Hackney and the City of London after finding breaches in safety, staff supervision and patient detention times. The trust must now submit an action plan to address the failures.
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Met officer Timothy Fory sentenced for stalking ex-girlfriend Stephanie Lane
A Metropolitan Police officer, formerly with the Directorate of Professional Standards, has been sentenced for stalking his ex-girlfriend. Timothy Fory, 34, received a 12-month community order, 150 hours of unpaid work and a five-year restraining order. He will face an accelerated misconduct hearing.
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Council & Politics · LondonTaxpayers spent £150,000 on Banksy artworks in London
Three Banksy artworks in London have cost nearly £150,000 in public funds, including £85,000 for a mural at the Royal Courts of Justice. Councils and government bodies spent the money on security, removal attempts and administration, sparking debate over public art and heritage.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarnet parks enforce fire ban as London heatwave hits 33 days over 30°C
Barnet’s parks, including Hampstead Heath and Walthamstow Marshes, have joined a London-wide ban on barbecues and open fires after temperatures exceeded 30°C for the 33rd time this year. Authorities warn a single spark could ignite a wildfire in seconds, with new rules also prohibiting swimming in unsupervised water.
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Culture & Arts · All LondonTotally Thames 2026 festival brings river events to 20 London boroughs
Totally Thames returns from 1 to 30 September 2026 with exhibitions, performances and boat trips across 20 boroughs. Highlights include beginner kayaking at Kew Bridge, an art installation on Blackfriars Railway Bridge and the Great River Race on 12 September.
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Culture & Arts · LondonLondon Latino Film Festival to open at Barbican with Cuban poster exhibition
The London Latino Film Festival launches in October 2026 at the Barbican, featuring screenings, Q&As with Latino stars, and a three-week exhibition of hand-printed Cuban film posters at Eclectic Gallery in Fitzrovia. The event is backed by National Lottery funding and the City of London.
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Culture & Arts · LondonLondon Latino Film Festival launches 2 October 2026 with Acosta and Martínez
The London Latino Film Festival opens 2 October 2026 at the Barbican, featuring Q&As with Carlos Acosta, Óscar Martínez and Jorge Perugorría. A Cuban film poster exhibition runs from 28 September at Eclectic Gallery, with proceeds supporting the festival and Cuba.
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Culture & Arts · SouthwarkBrian Case, jazz writer and critic from Deptford, dies at 88
Brian Case, a Deptford-born jazz and music writer known for his vivid prose and cultural depth, has died aged 88. He worked at NME, Melody Maker and Time Out, leaving a legacy in music criticism and a 2015 collection, *On the Snap*.
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Council & Politics · LondonWaltham Forest defends £11m Chingford crematorium amid expert criticism
Waltham Forest Council has defended its £11m crematorium in Chingford Mount Cemetery, set to open in 2026. Experts and residents challenge its necessity, cost, and suitability, while the council insists it will serve local demand and reduce travel for mourners.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council Deletes Post on Financial Crisis Before By-Election
Wandsworth Council removed a Facebook post warning of a 'serious financial crisis' days before a by-election that could decide control of the borough. Labour claimed the Conservatives breached neutrality rules, while the Tory deputy leader cited a £137m annual budget gap due to government funding cuts.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonTime Out Lists Spotlight London’s Halal and Barbecue Dining Scenes
Time Out London’s latest restaurant lists name 21 halal and barbecue venues spanning 12 boroughs, revealing how local communities shape the capital’s food identity. The selections include Michelin-starred Mayfair spots alongside Walthamstow family-run eateries.
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