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66 stories from and about City of London, mostly council & politics, local news, crime & safety. The most recent ran on 29 October 2026. Page 2 of 4.
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Culture & Arts · City of LondonFrancis Barber plaque unveiled in City of London
A plaque honouring Francis Barber, Britain's first known Black schoolteacher, has been unveiled at Dr Samuel Johnson's former townhouse in Gough Square. The event also launched the City of London Corporation's redesigned Blue Plaques Scheme.
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Property & Planning · City of LondonCity of London considers lifting century-old signs ban
The City of London Corporation is reviewing its long-standing ban on corporate signage, a rule in place since at least 1911. The potential change aims to enhance the Square Mile's financial hub status, though it requires committee approval and could take 18 months.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonVictoria Smith to lead HR for City of London Corporation from November
The City of London Corporation has named Victoria Smith as its Executive Director of HR and Chief People Officer. She joins in November, bringing experience from the NHS and previous senior roles in defence and foreign affairs, while Policy Chairman Chris Hayward praised the appointment.
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Local News · City of LondonSheep return to Hampstead Heath for conservation grazing, residents can watch them
Five rare‑breed ewes have been placed on Hampstead Heath between 9 and 21 September as part of a conservation grazing trial run by the City of London Corporation. The flock is on loan from Mudchute City Farm and will be visible to the public during daily opening hours.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonNew DLR trains return to service on Stratford‑Woolwich route
The first of 54 new Docklands Light Railway trains is back on the tracks after a software fault forced a ten‑month withdrawal. Modifications are finished and the phased rollout begins on the Stratford International to Woolwich Arsenal line.
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Local News · City of LondonArteta satisfied with Arsenal's transfer window approach
Mikel Arteta has declared himself satisfied with Arsenal's summer transfer window strategy, despite the club failing to secure marquee attacking signings. The Gunners targeted Vinicius Jr and Julian Alvarez but both opted to remain in Spain, with Christos Tzolis the only forward addition.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonCity of London keeps Sunday parking free after church petition
The City of London Corporation will retain free Sunday parking following a petition that gathered over 2,000 signatures. Officers will present a report next week recommending no Sunday changes and limited weekday tariff tweaks, with a further consultation planned if approved.
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Local News · City of LondonCaicedo a doubt for Chelsea's London derby against Arsenal
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has selection concerns for Sunday's match against Arsenal. Moises Caicedo is a serious doubt due to a recurring injury, while Jordan Henderson awaits clearance to debut following a wrist problem.
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Crime & Safety · City of LondonCheapside bike thief jailed after public help
A man who used an angle grinder to steal a bicycle on Cheapside has been sentenced to 24 weeks in prison. Christopher Forrester was apprehended by City of London Police following a chase, with assistance from a member of the public.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonUNESCO threatens Tower of London heritage status over City Plan 2040 office push
Historic England has raised serious concerns that the City of London Corporation’s draft City Plan 2040 could jeopardise the Tower of London’s UNESCO World Heritage status. Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has ordered inspectors to review alternative development contours, pushing back the plan’s adoption.
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Local News · City of LondonTottenham sign Mykhailo Mudryk on loan from Chelsea with £75m option
Tottenham Hotspur have secured Mykhailo Mudryk on loan from Chelsea until the end of the season, with an option to make the move permanent for £75m. The 25-year-old, who last played competitively in November 2024, joins his former Shakhtar Donetsk manager at Spurs after resolving a doping case with the FA.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London school childcare subsidy recommended
City of London Corporation officers have recommended approving an annual £60,000 subsidy for The Aldgate School's childcare service, which serves children aged three months to three years. A one-off staff cost of £66,070.02 is also proposed. The decision is due before the Community and Children’s Services Committee in September.
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Crime & Safety · City of LondonInfluencer denies City of London watch robbery, claims threats
Influencer Abdel El Habchi, 30, denies robbing entrepreneur Catalin Botezatu of a designer watch worth over £137,000. He claims a co-defendant threatened to harm his children if he reported the incident to police. A third man has pleaded guilty to the robbery.
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Local News · City of LondonNotting Hill Carnival: Over 100 roads to close, Notting Hill Gate shut to cars
More than 100 roads in West London will be closed for the Notting Hill Carnival bank holiday weekend. Notting Hill Gate will be shut to all traffic except buses for the first time, with extensive Tube and bus diversions expected.
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Local News · City of LondonXabi Alonso rules out building Chelsea around front three
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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Local News · City of LondonBarbican Conservatory to close for £231m restoration
The Barbican Conservatory is offering more than 2,000 free plant cuttings to the public. This comes ahead of a three-year closure starting in January for a £231 million restoration project aimed at improving plant health and visitor experience.
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Culture & Arts · City of LondonTower of London opens morning ceremony to public for first time
The Tower of London will sell 50 tickets daily for its private morning opening ceremony, allowing attendees early access to the Crown Jewels. Tickets cost £62 for adults, £33.50 for children, and are limited to six per booking.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London Corporation’s children’s services rated outstanding by Ofsted
Ofsted has rated the City of London Corporation’s children’s services as ‘outstanding’ following a November 2024 inspection. Inspectors highlighted progress in addressing domestic abuse and exploitation risks, with Deputy Chair Steve Goodman calling the rating a recognition of high-quality support for families.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonFarringdon station evacuated after fire alarm, TfL warns of disruption
Farringdon station was evacuated on 10 October 2024 after a fire alarm triggered a full closure. Transport for London has suspended all services at the station, urging passengers to check before travelling and seek alternative routes.
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Crime & Safety · City of LondonCity of London Police dismiss PC Isaac Keown for sharing domestic incident footage
A City of London Police officer has been dismissed without notice and barred from policing after sending footage of a domestic incident to his cousin. The panel found PC Isaac Keown breached confidentiality and committed gross misconduct in August 2023.
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Council & Politics · LondonLondon boroughs identify sites for 50,000 new council homes
London boroughs have identified potential sites for over 50,000 new council homes in the next decade. Delivering this pipeline requires £12.3 billion in grant funding, with the London Social and Affordable Homes Programme set to receive £11.7 billion.
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Council & Politics · CamdenHoxton Beach refuses to leave Camden cafés
Hoxton Beach is refusing to vacate three cafés on Hampstead Heath after their contracts were awarded to new tenants. The operator has challenged the City of London Corporation's decision, leading to a County Court case with a next hearing date in May 2027.
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Local News · London5,500 London children join Dolly Parton's book scheme
More than 5,500 children across London have signed up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library since the singer's death. The free book-gifting scheme is now available in seven London boroughs, aiming to provide age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five.
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Crime & Safety · SouthwarkJames Gillingham jailed for £1m Ponzi scheme
James Gillingham has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for masterminding a £1 million Ponzi scheme. The fraud, which ran between June 2015 and October 2016, targeted over 60 victims. The Crown Prosecution Service will now seek to recover Gillingham's criminal assets.
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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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