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1178 stories from and about London, mostly council & politics, transport & tfl, local news. The most recent ran on 31 October 2026. Page 14 of 59.
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Business · LondonFTSE 100 drops 1.5% as 10‑year gilt yield rises to 5.31% and retail sales rebound
The FTSE 100 closed at 10,659.13 on Friday, down 157.01 points, as the 10‑year UK gilt yield rose to 5.31%. Office for National Statistics figures revealed a 0.5% month‑on‑month increase in August retail sales volumes, reversing July’s decline.
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Local News · LondonWandsworth Council raises council tax by 94% for 2026‑27
Wandsworth Council announced a 94% rise in council tax for the 2026‑27 financial year, the largest jump in recent history. The Independent noted that legal action may be taken against the government over the decision. Residents can now lodge objections through the usual pre‑consultation process.
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Local News · LondonHeatwave forces cancellation of over 1,000 NHS operations in London, nurses lose confidence in government action
A RCN poll of 2,471 nurses found high temperatures harmed patient care across London, with more than 1,000 operations cancelled in May and June. Seventy‑four per cent said they lack confidence the Government is acting on climate risks to the NHS.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonHever Castle offers 'prettiest autumn walk' an hour from London
Hever Castle, located approximately one hour from London, is being promoted as the 'prettiest autumn walk in England'. The estate, which was Anne Boleyn's childhood home, is hosting an Autumn Colour event from September 28th to November 1st with various activities.
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Crime & Safety · LondonStudent cleared of supporting Hamas at London rally
Sarah Cotte has been cleared of expressing support for Hamas at a student rally outside SOAS on October 9, 2023. The 22-year-old activist denied two charges, with a jury finding her not guilty after a week-long retrial.
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Transport & TfL · LondonOver 2,000 flights cancelled after Nats software defect, CAA to review
More than 2,000 flights were cancelled on 8 September when a software fault in Nats' aircraft‑code allocation system disrupted air traffic. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has asked the Civil Aviation Authority to conduct an independent review, with findings due within six months.
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Culture & Arts · LondonBuckingham Palace rejects Earl Spencer claim Charles said ‘we’ll forget Diana’
Earl Spencer’s new memoir says the king told him they would soon forget Diana after her 1997 death. Buckingham Palace has publicly denied the remark, saying grief can cloud judgement. The claim revives scrutiny of the royal family’s private conversations.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonHarry Styles pays for all coffee at two London cafes
Harry Styles funded all coffee purchases at Kaffeine's two central London locations on Saturday 12 September 2026. The giveaway celebrated the extension of his Together, Together tour, coordinated with promoter Live Nation.
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Culture & Arts · LondonHornsey Rapper Sway Dies Aged 44
Derek Andrew Safo, known as the rapper Sway, has died at the age of 44. The Hornsey-born artist was the first unsigned musician to win a MOBO Award and appeared in the crime drama Top Boy. He was diagnosed with cancer in 2010 but later went into remission.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police face questions after Putney Pusher suspect's death
Millionaire banker Nicholas Brandram, 44, was found dead at his Chiswick home on 18 September 2026. He had been arrested in June 2026 in connection with the 2017 Putney Bridge incident. His family claim the Metropolitan Police investigation led to his death.
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Council & Politics · LondonMPs reject Thames Water creditor takeover plan
A group of MPs has urged the government to reject a £10 billion creditor takeover plan for Thames Water. The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee stated the proposal prioritises extracting value over long-term success and does not benefit customers or the environment.
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Transport & TfL · LondonNearly half of Tube track in 'very poor' condition
A Transport for London report reveals that 42% of the London Underground's track is classified as 'very poor'. This comes as the transport body faces a £6.5 billion maintenance backlog, with weekly infrastructure incidents rising to around 350.
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Property & Planning · LondonFour London boroughs among lowest for household solar uptake
Four London boroughs are identified as having the lowest household solar panel uptake in Britain between 2019 and 2025. Analysis by Glow Green highlights challenges such as property suitability and permissions in densely populated areas.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMan detained in hospital after fatal Ilford station punch
Ayodele Jamgbadi has been given an indefinite hospital order after a single punch caused Transport for London worker Jorge Ortega to fall and suffer a fatal head injury at Ilford station. Mr Ortega, 61, died two days after the December 2024 incident.
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Crime & Safety · LondonJoanna Cierpka arrested after murder of banker Henrik Slotsaa in Elephant and Castle
Police found Henrik Slotsaa dead at his Newington Causeway flat on 15 March 2026. Joanna Cierpka, arrested at the scene, has pleaded not guilty to murder but argues manslaughter on the basis of severe depression, a claim supported by a defence psychiatrist.
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Local News · LondonLondon sees ten days of 22°C+ heat in September 2026
From 20 to 29 September 2026 London will record daily highs of at least 22°C. BBC Weather attributes the warmth to a high‑pressure ridge, and the Met Office forecasts ten consecutive sunny days, meaning residents should prepare for warm, possibly humid conditions.
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Local News · LondonWorld's Best Pizzeria award goes to Napoli on the Road
Napoli on the Road, with sites in Chiswick, Richmond and Soho, has been crowned the World’s Best Pizzeria at the 50 Top Pizza awards, a decision announced at a ceremony in Naples on 15 September 2026.
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Local News · LondonPutney Pusher suspect found dead at home
Nicholas Brandram, 44, who was arrested in connection with the 'Putney Pusher' case, has been found dead at his home in Chiswick. The Metropolitan Police stated his death is unexpected but not suspicious.
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Business · LondonFTSE 100 rallies as oil price drop offers market relief
The FTSE 100 index saw gains on Wednesday, closing up 0.3%, as a decrease in Brent crude oil prices provided a welcome respite for the market. This occurred despite the release of higher UK consumer price inflation figures.
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Council & Politics · LondonMayor told to secure London Stadium naming rights
The Mayor of London has been urged to secure naming rights for the London Stadium, which costs taxpayers nearly £20 million annually. West Ham's relegation is expected to add £1.8 million to this cost.
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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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