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1177 stories from and about London, mostly council & politics, transport & tfl, local news. The most recent ran on 31 October 2026. Page 12 of 59.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL to launch new public bus operator
Transport for London is launching a new publicly owned bus company, Buses for London, to run a selection of services from late 2027. The move aims to improve value, safety, and environmental goals for the capital's bus network.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL to run London bus routes directly again
Transport for London will resume direct operation of bus routes through a new company, Buses for London. The first service, Route 6 between Willesden and Victoria, is scheduled to start in late 2027. Four additional routes are planned to join from 2028.
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Transport & TfL · LondonPiccadilly line to get 94 new trains by June 2027
Transport for London is introducing 94 new trains to the Piccadilly line, replacing the current 86. The new fleet, set to enter service between December 2026 and June 2027, promises increased capacity, reduced energy use, and improved passenger experience.
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Council & Politics · LondonPaedophile jailed after being bailed to flat overlooking playground
Zafer Dogan has been jailed for two years and four months after being convicted of taking thousands of AI-altered nude images of women and children. He was bailed to a flat overlooking a children's playground in Enfield, a decision criticised by victims' advocates and the Metropolitan Police Commissioner.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Underground assaults rise 20% to over 5,500
Assaults on London Underground passengers have increased by 20% in the past year, with over 5,500 incidents reported. This rise mirrors trends across Britain's railways, prompting calls for increased police funding and stricter measures against offenders.
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Booking.com faces criticism over fake listings
Booking.com is facing criticism after numerous customers were sent to a Wetherspoons pub near Tower Bridge, believing they had booked luxury apartments. The issue arose from fake listings that directed travellers to the pub's address.
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Local News · LondonTeenager, 16, dies after Highgate taxi collision
A 16-year-old girl has died after being struck by a taxi in Highgate. The incident occurred on North Road on Thursday, September 24. A 68-year-old taxi driver has been arrested.
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Culture & Arts · LondonLondon crowd to see Macklemore Free Palestine concert after Ed Sheeran tour removal
Macklemore has scheduled a Free Palestine show at Wembley on 30 October after being dropped from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour. Tickets go on sale 30 September, and all earnings will be donated to charities such as Anera, UNRWA USA and Medical Aid for Palestinians.
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Business · LondonLondon stocks fall amid oil and bond price volatility
London's stock market ended lower on Thursday, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing a slight decline. Investors remained cautious, weighing developments from the US-China summit while keeping a close watch on fluctuating oil prices and elevated bond yields.
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Business · LondonTriyoga staff appeal for unpaid wages after studio closure
Triyoga, a London yoga chain owned by Common Bond, has suddenly closed all its studios. Over one hundred staff members have approached a union for assistance in recovering unpaid wages, with final payments due on September 17 now delayed.
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Council & Politics · LondonCivic Campus granted 3am licence for music and alcohol
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has granted a premises licence allowing music, film, and alcohol sales until 3am daily at its Civic Campus Building. Outdoor areas will close at 11pm. Resident Una-Jane Winfield objected to the late hours, calling them excessive for the King Street area.
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Council & Politics · LondonMayor rejects bus driver rights bill
The Mayor of London has rejected a proposed Bill of Rights for bus drivers, opting instead for an evolving approach to working conditions. While agreeing to install toilets on all routes and air conditioning in cabins by May 2027, he refused to enshrine all 12 demands in operator contracts.
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Council & Politics · LondonDriver fined £9,234 for breaching Enfield car cruising ban
A driver has been ordered to pay over £9,000 after admitting to breaching an Enfield Council car cruising injunction. Nojus Sartauskas performed dangerous stunts on Lockfield Avenue in August 2026, violating an order designed to curb antisocial driving.
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Crime & Safety · LondonLondon man arrested over Northampton school lockdown threat
A 46-year-old man from London has been arrested on suspicion of malicious communications after a primary school in Northampton was placed into lockdown on 23 September 2026. The school initiated its security procedures after receiving a threatening phone call.
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Business · LondonRevolut trials facial recognition payments in London cafes
Revolut is testing a new facial recognition payment system, 'Pay with Smile', in London cafes. Customers can opt in via the Revolut app to use the technology at Kiss the Hippo locations in Bloomsbury, Chelsea, and Soho.
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Culture & Arts · LondonKew Gardens Agave Montana Begins Rare 'Death Bloom'
An Agave Montana at Kew Gardens has begun a rare 'death bloom' after being planted around two decades ago. The plant is growing rapidly and will produce a large flower spike before it dies, a process experts link to climate change.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonLondon fish and chip shops shortlisted for national awards
Three London fish and chip shops, Chipping Wharf in Bow, Fish! Kitchen in Southwark and Skipjacks in Harrow, have been named among the top 40 contenders for the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027. The final winner will be announced at a ceremony in February at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonLondon pubs with beer gardens for September heatwave
Londoners can make the most of an unexpected late-September warm spell with temperatures forecast to hit 27°C on Friday, 25 September 2026. Several pubs across the capital offer extensive outdoor spaces, including beer gardens and private huts, ideal for enjoying the sunshine and a drink.
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Business · LondonBlue diamond ring set for £2m auction in London on 1 October
An 8.03‑carat Fancy Light Blue diamond ring will be offered at Elmwood’s Fine Jewellery sale on 1 October. It is only the third blue diamond larger than eight carats ever auctioned in the UK, with estimates between £1.5 million and £2 million.
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Council & Politics · LondonLondon schools see fewer exclusions after Inclusion Charter
London's schools have seen a notable reduction in pupil absenteeism, suspensions, and permanent exclusions following the implementation of the Inclusion Charter. The initiative, launched in 2024, has led to rates falling to half the national average, with specific boroughs reporting substantial decreases.
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Local News · City of LondonOxford Street decline blamed on rents, rates, and bus cuts
High rents, business rates, and reduced bus services are identified as primary drivers weakening Oxford Street. Experts suggest the current approach of pedestrianisation and the impact of Crossrail have worsened the situation, with calls for central government intervention.
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Property & Planning · LewishamLewisham refuses 802‑home Deptford Creek scheme, mayor declines to intervene
Lewisham Council rejected a cross‑borough plan for 802 homes on either side of Deptford Creek in late September 2026. Greenwich approved its part on 13 October, but the mayor will not use his powers to reverse the decision. The development offers only 24 affordable units, 5 % of the total, and the Secretary of State may still intervene.
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Local News · WestminsterWestminster records most London hate crimes in September 2026
Westminster recorded the highest number of hate crime offences in London during September 2026, with 120 incidents. Across the capital, 1,868 offences were logged. Transport for London is providing free bystander training in response to rising incidents on its network.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonFatal incident on Cannon Street tracks disrupts District, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines
A fatal incident on the tracks at Cannon Street station on 28 October 2026 led British Transport Police to declare the victim dead at the scene. Transport for London halted sections of the District, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines until about 7 pm, leaving commuters facing long delays.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Council adopts new housing strategy
Lewisham Council has approved a new housebuilding strategy focused on supporting community groups and housing co-operatives to deliver more affordable homes. This initiative gains importance after Landsec abandoned plans for the Lewisham Shopping Centre, which would have provided approximately 1,700 homes.
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Council & Politics · CamdenCamden High Street car ban made permanent, residents face new bus lane
Camden Council confirmed the car‑free status of Camden High Street will become permanent at the end of October 2026 following an 18‑month trial funded by Transport for London. The move costs £10,000 to administer and includes a new northbound bus lane on Kentish Town Road to cut bus delays.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council orders end to short-term lets at 113 Gassiot Road
Wandsworth Council will issue an enforcement notice requiring 113 Gassiot Road in Tooting Bec to cease unauthorised short-term holiday lets. The property was found listed on Airbnb and Booking.com, letting for over 90 nights.
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Local News · City of LondonRussell Brand denies non‑consensual sex as trial hears his past was ‘reframed’
In a Southwark Crown Court hearing, Russell Brand asserted that his history of public kissing and casual encounters has been wrongly portrayed as rape and sexual assault. He denied all six charges, and a charge of indecent assault was altered to attempted indecent assault.
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Local News · IslingtonInquest into Pentonville suicide forces NHS policy overhaul
The death of Stephen Nuth, 51, in HMP Pentonville prompted an inquest that blamed a nurse’s failure to read his medical notes. The coroner’s report has pushed the North London NHS Foundation Trust to amend its policy on reviewing records before inmate assessments.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council allocates £30,000 for John Archer statue
Wandsworth Council has agreed to allocate £30,000 towards a statue of John Archer, London's first Black mayor. The decision has drawn criticism from Labour councillors, who argue the funds could be better used for services, especially with a proposed 94 per cent council tax increase.
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Crime & Safety · SouthwarkMark Tyrrell convicted of rape and sexual assault in Southwark
A jury at Southwark Crown Court convicted former police officer Mark Tyrrell of rape, three sexual assaults and perverting the course of justice on 27 October 2026. He remains in custody, will be sentenced on 16 December, and the Met Police may seek to strip his pension.
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Crime & Safety · LewishamLewisham escapee Anthony Lloyd still at large
Anthony Lloyd, 38, escaped from a Lewisham medical facility on 23 October 2026. The Metropolitan Police confirmed on 27 October 2026 that he remains at large and is considered a risk to the public.
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Local News · CamdenCamden Council makes Camden High Street permanently car‑free after trial
Camden Council has confirmed that the pedestrian zone on Camden High Street, introduced as an 18‑month trial, will become permanent. The decision follows a consultation where 57% of respondents backed the move, while the council also plans a design test for an extension over Camden Lock Bridge and a trial bus lane on Kentish Town Road.
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Transport & TfL · WestminsterCyclists breach Oxford Street ban as 51 ride through on 27 Oct
The Standard recorded 51 cyclists travelling through Oxford Street’s newly pedestrianised stretch on 27 October 2026. TfL says breaches can attract fines of up to £160, reduced to £80 if paid within two weeks, and is trialling geofencing with dockless operators to limit e‑bike access.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth residents invited to free event on Heathrow expansion on 10 Nov
Wandsworth Council is hosting a free meeting on 10 November at All Saints Church, Putney, to brief residents on Heathrow Airport’s third‑runway plans. Over 400 daily overflights have been recorded in Battersea, and the council will use community input for its response to the consultation running until 22 December.
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Crime & Safety · GreenwichMan shot in Woolwich car, police seek public help as suspect flees
Police were called to Frances Street in Woolwich at 8:09 pm on 22 October after a 32‑year‑old man was shot inside a parked car. The victim remains in critical condition, and detectives are urging anyone with information to contact the Met.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonTfL may limit Angel station exits evenings and weekends, full year‑long shutdown also under review
TfL is considering making Angel station exit‑only during evenings and weekends from November and is also studying a full closure that could last up to a year. Local traders and the Islington Council leader warn the move would hurt businesses, while TfL says no decision has been taken yet.
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Transport & TfL · WestminsterOxford Street traffic ban begins on 26 Oct, deliveries limited to night hours
From 26 October a stretch of Oxford Street in Westminster became vehicle‑free. Deliveries may occur only between midnight and 07:00, while emergency services keep full access. The mayor and TfL say the change will be monitored and the street will gain trees, squares and new seating by spring 2027.
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Local News · City of LondonOxford Street section pedestrianised from Monday
A significant section of Oxford Street, between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street, has been pedestrianised. The move aims to revitalise the area, boost economic growth, and create a greener environment, though some concerns about traffic diversion have been raised.
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Local News · BarnetMan dies after tree falls on car in Finchley
A man has died after a tree fell onto a vehicle in Finchley. The incident occurred on Nether Street, which was subsequently closed between Abercorn Road and Crescent Road. Emergency services attended the scene.
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