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742 stories from and about London, mostly transport & tfl, council & politics, crime & safety. The most recent ran on 14 September 2026. Page 12 of 38.
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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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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police officer drives seized £3.7m Ferrari through Mayfair
A Metropolitan Police officer drove a seized Ferrari Monza SP2, worth £3.7 million, through Mayfair after it was confiscated at a supercar event near Hyde Park Corner. The vehicle, one of just 499 made, was part of a haul retrieved from uninsured drivers linked to anti-social behaviour complaints.
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Local News · LondonWest Ham co-owner David Sullivan attends match despite stadium advice to stay away
West Ham co-owner David Sullivan attended the club’s Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth on 27 August, ignoring advice from London Stadium to stay away. The stadium cited safeguarding concerns and the risk of fan demonstrations after allegations of sexual misconduct by seven women were published in June.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBank holiday rail disruption hits Barnet as digital signalling work begins
Residents travelling from Barnet to central London over the August bank holiday weekend face rail disruption due to engineering work on the East Coast Main Line. National Rail has confirmed closures from 20:00 on 29 August until 08:00 on 31 August, with replacement buses and diversions in place.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarnet among London boroughs facing burial space shortage by 2040
Barnet Council is one of nine London boroughs already using cemeteries outside its boundaries due to limited space, a City Hall audit reveals. With 17 councils predicted to run out of burial capacity by 2040, residents may face longer journeys to visit graves or delays in local burials.
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Transport & TfL · London93 passengers fell between train and platform on Thameslink routes this year
Greater Thameslink Railway reported 93 falls between trains and platforms in 2024, a 43% increase on last year. The operator, which serves Gatwick and Luton airports, has launched a safety campaign advising passengers to take extra time and use lifts with luggage.
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Transport & TfL · LondonPeckham Hill Street remains closed after fire damages building
Peckham Hill Street in Southwark remains closed following a fire on 7 August. London Fire Brigade attended the scene, and structural assessments are ongoing. Residents and businesses face disruptions, with no confirmed reopening date yet.
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Crime & Safety · LondonAshley Wallace convicted of murdering Tyrece Balcha near Wembley Stadium
Ashley Wallace has been convicted of murdering Tyrece Balcha, 18, after an altercation near Wembley Stadium in September 2025. Wallace fled the scene but was later traced to South East London, where police found a revolver linked to the killing. He will be sentenced at a later date.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL shoots 655 pigeons at London stations in two years
Transport for London has killed 655 pigeons at Tube stations and depots since March 2024, using air rifles during overnight culls. TfL says the practice is necessary to prevent disease and structural damage, but wildlife groups call it ineffective and inhumane.
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Transport & TfL · LondonFloating bus stops paused after safety warnings from disabled groups
Disabled campaigners have called for a pause on floating bus stops after safety concerns, with six pedestrian casualties recorded in London between 2020 and 2022. The Department for Transport has halted one design but not all, while Transport for London defends the infrastructure as essential for cycling growth.
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Business · LondonSimon Cowell faces High Court claim over £100,000 napkin deal dispute
Simon Cowell is being sued in the High Court over an alleged business agreement written on a napkin. Ian Rosenblatt, a former adviser, claims he is owed a percentage of a confidential 2025 deal or £100,000 in damages. Cowell has not yet filed a defence.
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Local News · LondonSt James and Lindner Prater convicted over 2018 window death in Lambeth
A jury at Inner London Crown Court found developers St James and facade contractor Lindner Prater guilty of safety breaches after a 130 kg window pane fell 25 storeys from The Corniche in Albert Embankment, killing coach driver Mick Ferris in October 2018. Foster + Partners and Wintech were acquitted.
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Culture & Arts · LondonWilliam Orbit, producer of Madonna and Blur albums, dies at 69
Grammy-winning producer William Orbit, known for Madonna’s *Ray of Light* and Blur’s *13*, died at home on 23 July 2026. His family announced his death, praising his influence on artists across pop, electronic and rock music. No cause of death was given.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBlind residents call for halt to floating bus stops after six injuries in Barnet
Six pedestrians were injured at floating bus stops in London between 2020 and 2022, Transport for London figures show. Blind and partially sighted residents in Barnet say they now avoid buses, opting for taxis instead, as campaigners demand a pause on new schemes until designs are made safe.
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Crime & Safety · LondonSimon Levy jailed for life after murders of two women in Barnet and Southwark
Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo, 53, in Southwark and Sheryl Wilkins, 39, in Tottenham. Police and prosecutors admitted systemic failures allowed him to remain free despite multiple sex attacks and a prior conviction.
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Crime & Safety · LondonSimon Levy convicted of two murders and rape after police and court failures
Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty at the Old Bailey of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins in 2025. Authorities admitted systemic failures, including bail decisions that allowed him to commit further attacks. Two officers are under investigation by the IOPC.
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Local News · LondonJared Leto concerts at The O2 face calls to cancel over sexual conduct claims
Campaigners including Women's Aid and the End Violence Against Women Coalition are demanding Thirty Seconds to Mars cancel two UK arena concerts next April. Four women have accused frontman Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct in the 2000s and 2010s, which he denies. Promoters and venues have not responded to requests for comment.
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Local News · LondonLondon heat alert warns of health risks as temperatures hit 32C on Sunday
A yellow heat alert is active across London until next week, with temperatures reaching 32C on Sunday. The UK Health Security Agency warns of increased strain on health and social care services, particularly for older residents and those with health conditions.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet retailers gain direct police link for shoplifting evidence
Retailers in Barnet can now submit CCTV footage and witness statements directly to police within hours of a shoplifting incident. The platform, already used in six London boroughs, has increased case resolutions from 7.3% to 29.4%. Smaller shops say cost remains a barrier.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow runway reopens after grassfire diverts 18 flights
A grassfire near Heathrow Airport forced the temporary closure of one runway on Wednesday evening, diverting at least 18 inbound flights. London Fire Brigade extinguished the blaze within 90 minutes, and both runways are now operational, though delays may persist.
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Crime & Safety · Tower HamletsMan dies in Poplar tower fire as residents report no alarms
A man has died following a fire at Neutron Tower in Poplar, east London, on 13 September 2026. Residents reported that building alarms failed to sound, with many alerted by neighbours banging on doors.
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Culture & Arts · WestminsterSoho residents gain new two‑storey arcade bar with 60 games
NQ64 has opened its largest arcade bar yet in Soho, occupying two floors at Orange Yard on Manette Street. The venue houses more than 60 arcade machines, UV‑lit pool tables, AR darts and two cocktail bars, while a Vevo study notes that 65% of Gen Z feel borrowed nostalgia for the era the bar celebrates.
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Property & Planning · LambethLambeth Council approves £2bn Vauxhall development with reduced affordable housing
Lambeth Council has approved a £2 billion development in Vauxhall, featuring 1,097 flats and 1,164 co-living units across seven buildings. The decision follows concerns over reduced affordable housing and high carbon emissions, with developers contributing £79.9 million off-site.
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Council & Politics · All LondonTfL to begin talks on publicly owned bus company, could reshape London bus services and bring profits back to transport for Londoners across the capital
Transport for London will start talks this month with the city’s 16 private bus operators about creating a publicly owned bus company, a step made possible by the Bus Services Act. Unions and Labour welcome the plan, while a Conservative mayoral hopeful warns of higher costs.
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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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Culture & Arts · CamdenMuseum Tavern displays 8-metre beer history tapestry
The Museum Tavern in Camden is showcasing an eight-metre-long embroidered tapestry illustrating the history of beer in Britain throughout September 2026. Greene King, the pub's owner, has also launched a limited-edition ale to coincide with the display.
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Transport & TfL · BarnetWestbound A406 closed overnight as Brent Cross flyover renewal begins
From 10 pm to 5 am on 30 September, the westbound A406 will close as TfL starts the Brent Cross flyover renewal. The two‑year scheme, funded with £10.8 million by the DfT, will remove a 7.5‑tonne weight restriction and involve lane changes through October.
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Council & Politics · NewhamHeatstroke death at Forest Lodge care home prompts inquest
Zola Bitshuangu, 48, died of heatstroke after staff left him in the rear garden of Forest Lodge care home on 26 May 2026. An inquest opened on 10 September 2026, led by Senior Coroner Graeme Irvine, with the CQC named as an interested person.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonM4 traffic halted near Heathrow due to medical incident
Traffic on the M4 was brought to a complete standstill near Heathrow Airport on Tuesday morning following a medical incident. The halt in traffic caused significant delays for motorists in the area.
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Local News · Tower HamletsFirefighters tackle blaze at Stepney Green fast food restaurant
Firefighters tackled a blaze at a fast food restaurant on Mile End Road in Stepney Green on September 11. Six fire engines and approximately 40 firefighters responded to the incident, which affected the ground floor kitchen and ducting.
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Culture & Arts · HackneyFatiha El-Ghorri brings "Cockney Stacking Doll" to Hackney Empire
Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri performed her show "Cockney Stacking Doll" at Hackney Empire in September 2026. The show touched on personal experiences, including her womb cancer diagnosis and hysterectomy in 2025, and her Edinburgh Fringe Best Newcomer nomination in August 2026.
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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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Transport & TfL · GreenwichGreenwich proposes blanket 20mph speed limit for all roads
Greenwich Council is proposing a borough-wide 20mph speed limit to improve road safety and make rules easier for drivers. Data shows most serious road incidents in the last decade occurred on roads with higher speed limits.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council funds seven Repair Cafés
Hackney Council has awarded £1,500 grants to seven community groups to establish Repair Cafés across the borough. These initiatives, running from September to December 2026, aim to reduce waste by offering free repairs for household items and foster community resilience through skill-sharing.
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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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Crime & Safety · BarnetBarnet Jewish residents get extra police funding as Met receives £86m
The Met has recorded 1,379 antisemitic offences in the year to July, a 25 percent rise. In July the government allocated £86 million for extra officers. Barnet’s Golders Green will see new community protection teams, boosting the current 36 dedicated officers.
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Council & Politics · WestminsterOxford Street pedestrianisation set to go traffic‑free in October
Transport for London says work on the Oxford Street pedestrian scheme will start soon, with the first section expected to close to traffic in October 2026. Westminster’s Conservative leader claims the mayor shortcut the process, while the government confirmed no assessment was needed.
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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 · GreenwichAbbey Wood fare dodger faces up to £3,515 bill after 240 missed taps
A man who failed to validate his contactless card more than 240 times at Abbey Wood station has been identified by TfL. Unpaid fares total £2,515.40 and the maximum penalty could raise the debt to £3,515.40.
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Local News · All LondonHeathrow and Gatwick flights cancelled after NATS glitch
A technical fault in NATS’s flight‑processing system forced the cancellation of over 400 flights on Tuesday. Ryanair, British Airways and EasyJet all reported large numbers of disrupted customers, while the transport secretary said she is seeking assurances that the problem will be prevented in future.
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