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107 stories from and about Ealing, mostly crime & safety, local news, council & politics. The most recent ran on 28 October 2026. Page 1 of 6.
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Council & Politics · EalingSouthall shopkeeper fined £3,077 for firework safety breaches
A Southall shopkeeper has been fined over £3,000 for storing too many fireworks and selling them to a 15-year-old. Abdullah Hassan admitted the offences at Uxbridge Magistrates' Court, which posed a risk to residents and customers.
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Crime & Safety · EalingAlvin Gitahi jailed for minimum 21 years for Ealing murder
Alvin Gitahi has been sentenced to a minimum of 21 years and three months for the murder of his partner, Vivienne Baraka. Ms Baraka was killed on March 26, 2026, at an address in Riverside Close, Ealing. Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Denby led the investigation.
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Crime & Safety · EalingEaling man jailed for life for strangling partner
Alvin Gitahi has been sentenced to life imprisonment for strangling his partner, Vivienne Baraka, to death in their Ealing flat. Ms Baraka was found dead in a bathroom on March 26, 2024, after attempting to barricade herself from Gitahi. He was ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £228.
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Property & Planning · EalingPerivale station granted Grade II listed status
Perivale station on the Central line in West London has been granted Grade II listed status by Historic England. The station, originally known as Perivale Halt, was designed by Brian Lewis and features a distinctive concave red-brick frontage.
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Transport & TfL · EalingEast Churchfield Road crash leaves road closed, two hospitalised
A late‑night collision on East Churchfield Road in Acton at 10:22 pm on 28 September 2026 injured two people. London Ambulance Service dispatched two ambulance crews, fast‑response paramedics and an incident officer. One victim was taken to a major trauma centre, the other to a local hospital, and the westbound lane remains closed.
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Lifestyle & Food · EalingEaling resident quits smoking after 50 years with free council support
After smoking for five decades, Ealing resident Mohamed has successfully quit with the help of the Ealing Smokefree Service. The service offers free, funded support for up to eight weeks, including behavioural advice and medication, to help residents become smoke-free.
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Council & Politics · EalingEaling Council faulted over mother and baby complaint process
Ealing Council failed a mother and baby by denying her the right to escalate a complaint about a foster placement. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council at fault for refusing a Stage 3 panel review.
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Property & Planning · EalingWest Ealing garden shed marketed as £100k house fails to sell at auction
A converted garden shed in West Ealing, advertised as a £100,000 freehold detached house, failed to attract any bids at auction. The property, located in a residential garden, may be relisted at a lower price next month, as Rightmove reports a 2% drop in London asking prices.
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Local News · EalingFirefighters extinguish two London grass fires after 30 emergency calls
Around 80 firefighters and 12 fire engines responded to two separate grass fires in Rainham and Greenford on Tuesday evening. The blazes damaged four hectares of heathland and one acre of trees, with no injuries reported. Both fires were extinguished within two hours.
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Crime & Safety · EalingAlvin Gitahi convicted of murdering ex-partner Vivienne Baraka in Ealing
Alvin Gitahi, 44, has been found guilty of murdering his ex-partner Vivienne Baraka, 35, at her Ealing flat after years of violent abuse. Baraka texted her mother for help minutes before her death, fearing Gitahi would kill her if she left. Sentencing is due in October.
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Local News · EalingFootball for Wellbeing Hub in Ealing expands sessions and adds job support
Ealing’s Football for Wellbeing Hub will run eleven weekly sessions, up from four, and add 30-minute employment support after each session. Over 300 referrals and 100 active participants have reported 80% improvements in mental and physical wellbeing since July 2024.
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Crime & Safety · EalingMan critically injured in Hanwell stabbing as police search for attacker
A 40-year-old man is in a critical condition after being stabbed in Hanwell town centre early this morning. Police have sealed off Boston Road and are conducting a forensic examination between Maunder Road and Jessamine Road. No arrests have been made.
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Council & Politics · EalingHanwell bingo hall appeal dismissed after noise and crime fears
An independent planning inspector has rejected Pure Gaming Ltd’s appeal against Ealing Council’s refusal of a 24-hour bingo hall in Hanwell. Concerns over noise for residents above the unit, crime risks, and the venue’s appearance led to the decision, despite potential job creation and reuse of a vacant property.
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Property & Planning · EalingPlanning Inspector Blocks 24-Hour Gambling Venue in Hanwell
An independent planning inspector has rejected plans for a 24-hour gambling venue at 153-155 Uxbridge Road, Hanwell, after Ealing Council refused permission. The decision cited risks to residents and the town centre, despite potential job creation.
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Council & Politics · EalingEaling school leader urges employers to hire SEND students
Thomas Keaney, CEO of Ealing-based TCES, is challenging London employers and apprenticeship providers to create more opportunities for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). He argues that while schools are preparing students, many employers lack the confidence and suitable programmes for neuro-diverse learners.
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Local News · EalingAldi Leaf Blower Used as Fan in Heatwave
During a 33-degree heatwave, a couple in Ealing park was observed using an Aldi leaf blower as a makeshift fan. The retailer is launching the garden tool for £29.99 on 13th August.
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Local News · EalingEaling Broadway hosts free sandcastle event for families on 30 July
Ealing Broadway will hold a free summer event on 30 July 2026, featuring sandcastle-building, creative activities, and giveaways. Home-Start Ealing, a local charity supporting families, will be present. The event is part of the Sportropolis programme, with no booking required.
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Council & Politics · EalingSouthall takeaway fined £6,800 for repeated food safety offences
Abi Fast Food, trading as SAI20 Limited, has been fined by Uxbridge magistrates after failing to meet hygiene standards in Southall. The restaurant and its director pleaded guilty to six food safety offences following inspections by Ealing Council.
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Local News · EalingGunnersbury Park rebrand launches with 'Life’s Rich Tapestry' theme
Gunnersbury Park & Museum, jointly run by Ealing and Hounslow Councils, has introduced new branding ahead of its centenary. The rebrand, led by consultants Wiedemann Lampe, centres on the theme 'Life’s Rich Tapestry' to reflect the site’s community role and varied activities.
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Local News · EalingEaling councillors join volunteers to clear Southfield overgrowth
Two Ealing councillors participated in a community clear-up at Church Path in Southfield, organised by environmental charity Abundance London. The event aimed to restore overgrown land, with volunteers trimming grass and weeding paths on 3 August.
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Also affecting Ealing
Borough-wide and national stories that name Ealing or bear directly on it.
Local News · LondonBarnet council moves to fortnightly bin collections, residents warned
Barnet Council indicated that, amid a £200 million shortfall, weekly waste collection could shift to every two weeks. The proposal emerged from a question‑and‑answer session and may be finalised within the next twelve months, affecting households across the borough.
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Local News · LondonLondon faces 6C lows as fog patches forecast
Parts of London, including Enfield and Bromley, are forecast to experience overnight temperatures as low as 6C between Thursday 29 October and Friday 30 October 2026. The Met Office also anticipates potential mist and fog patches, advising motorists to exercise caution.
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Culture & Arts · LondonDanielle de Niese will not push children into arts
Opera singer Danielle de Niese stated she will not pressure her children, Bacchus and Sheherazade, into pursuing careers in the arts due to the industry's challenges. She is currently starring in Hadestown and presenting The Handel Scandal.
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Police hunt man in orange wig over fatal Enfield pub shooting
Metropolitan Police are searching for Abreham Woldegiworgis, who they believe wore a bright orange wig and grey beanie at the time of a fatal shooting in Enfield. Erdem Mustafa, 35, was killed on October 19. A 23-year-old man has been arrested.
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Transport & TfL · LondonDistrict line service cancelled between Edgware Road and Embankment on 24‑25 Oct 2026
Transport for London will suspend District line trains between Edgware Road and Embankment, plus close Fulham Broadway and Turnham Green stations on 24‑25 October 2026. Tram services between East Croydon and Beckenham Junction, Elmers End and New Addington will not run until 6 November. Alternative routes are advised.
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Erdem Mustafa shot dead at Enfield pub, police seek suspect
Erdem Mustafa, 35, was killed in a shooting at the Sun and Woolpack pub in Enfield on Monday, 19 October 2026. The Metropolitan Police are seeking a person captured on CCTV and have urged the public to come forward with any information.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonLondon Underground faces widespread disruption
Commuters faced significant disruption across London's transport network on Tuesday, October 17, with delays on the Victoria, District, and Hammersmith & City lines. The Piccadilly Line experienced a complete suspension on a key section, and London Trams also reported a full service stoppage.
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Crime & Safety · LondonGang jailed for £137,000 watch robbery in Mayfair
An average of £1 million worth of watches are stolen in the West End each month. Three men have been sentenced for the theft of a £137,000 Richard Mille watch in Mayfair.
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Crime & Safety · WestminsterWest End watch thefts cost £1m monthly, court told
An average of £1 million worth of watches are stolen each month in London's West End, a court has heard. The figure from the Metropolitan Police was revealed during the sentencing hearing for three men convicted of a Mayfair watch robbery.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBrickfields crossing closed after children filmed on tracks
Brickfields level crossing near Upminster has been closed since 30 September 2026 due to dangerous behaviour by children and teenagers. Network Rail will not reopen the crossing until all local school year groups have received safety presentations from Network Rail and British Transport Police.
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Council & Politics · LondonHounslow Councillor Satwant Kaur Resigns Whip Amidst Investigation
Hounslow councillor Satwant Kaur has resigned the Conservative whip pending an investigation into undeclared directorships. She is listed as director of two companies, one of which was not declared until July 2026. The move comes amid accusations of hypocrisy from Hounslow Labour.
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Council & Politics · CamdenCamden Council faces questions over nursery worker safeguarding
Vincent Chan was jailed for 18 years in February for 56 offences against young children. An investigation overseen by Camden Council cleared him three years prior to his arrest, despite significant concerns being raised.
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Crime & Safety · LondonArrests made at pro-Palestine protest in central London
Several arrests were made during a pro-Palestine protest in central London on Saturday. The Metropolitan Police detained individuals on suspicion of criminal damage after they climbed the Battle of Britain memorial, and others for displaying support for a proscribed organisation. Conditions were imposed on the march route and timings.
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Crime & Safety · LondonReleased shoplifter reoffends day after prison release
A prolific shoplifter committed further offences at two north-west London supermarkets within 24 hours of being released from HMP Wandsworth. The incident has prompted a senior police officer to question the impact of the government's early release scheme on communities and police resources.
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Crime & Safety · LondonLouise Gallagher jailed for four years eight months after falsifying evidence in employment lawsuits
Louise Gallagher, 50, was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for fabricating a doctor's note and false sexual‑assault evidence while suing Bunzl and Essity. The Crown Prosecution Service dropped further charges, and the companies said they spent tens of thousands of pounds defending the claims.
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Transport & TfL · LondonDistrict Line Disruption for Chelsea Fans This Weekend
Chelsea supporters heading to Stamford Bridge face travel disruption this weekend due to planned track work on the District line. Fulham Broadway station, the closest to the stadium, will not be served by trains on Saturday, October 10, and Sunday, October 11. Arsenal station remains closed due to infrastructure damage.
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Crime & Safety · SouthwarkHousekeeper accused of stealing princess's jewels
A housekeeper is on trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of stealing jewellery from the Belgravia home of Princess Firyal Irshaid. Maria Virgelina Taborda Henao denies the charges, with prosecutors alleging some items were sold at auction. The trial continues.
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Crime & Safety · All LondonUber driver given hospital order for Uxbridge stabbing
An Uber driver who fatally stabbed a council street cleaner and attacked his landlord in Uxbridge has been given an indefinite hospital order. Dawood Safi pleaded guilty to manslaughter by diminished responsibility.
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Transport & TfL · LondonMotorcyclist, 28, dies in North Circular collision
A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after a collision on the A406 North Circular near Chingford in the early hours of Sunday, 4 October 2026. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses.
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Crime & Safety · LondonChristopher Brain convicted of rape and four sexual assaults
A jury at Inner London Crown Court found Christopher Brain guilty of rape and four sexual assaults, bringing the total to 22 sexual offences involving 13 women. Victims will be allowed to give impact statements at a sentencing hearing expected to last two days.
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