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1168 stories from and about London, mostly council & politics, transport & tfl, crime & safety. The most recent ran on 30 October 2026. Page 2 of 59.
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- Property & Planning · London
85% of London homes in falling‑price postcodes hit Barnet sellers
Zoopla’s latest index reveals that more than a third of UK homes sit in postcodes where values fell last year, a share that has risen from 12% a year ago. In London, 85% of properties are in such areas, putting pressure on sellers in Barnet and the wider capital.
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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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Culture & Arts · LondonBritish Museum ticket rush costs Monzo users £30,500 in two hours
Monzo customers spent £30,500 on Bayeux Tapestry tickets within two hours of release, outpacing Hollywood blockbusters. Average spend reached £97 per buyer, 55% were under 35, and almost half came from outside London, including Glasgow.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarnet boroughs face £5.5m daily temporary‑housing bill as budget decisions loom
London boroughs, including Barnet, are paying £5.5 million a day for temporary accommodation for homeless families. The G15 landlords want 25% of stamp‑duty revenue, about £1.3 billion a year, for permanent social housing. The Chancellor is expected to raise the Help to Buy income cap to £140,000 in the capital.
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Culture & Arts · LondonAlexia Putellas favoured to win Ballon d’Or Féminin as London hosts ceremony
Prediction market Polymarket lists Alexia Putellas as a near‑certain winner of the 2026 Ballon d’Or Féminin with a 94% probability, leaving Ewa Pajor at 4.6%. The awards gala will be staged in London on Monday 26 October, drawing players, coaches and fans to the capital.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonFans turn to tribute acts as concert tickets become too expensive
Growing numbers of fans are choosing tribute acts over original artists due to rising ticket prices for major concerts. Venues are responding by booking more tribute shows, which typically cost between £20 and £30.
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Local News · LondonNew home registrations fall 13% nationally
The National House Building Council recorded a 13% annual decrease in new home registrations across the UK in the third quarter. Private sector registrations fell by 8%, while affordable housing saw a 23% drop.
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Government pledges £432m to tackle rough sleeping
The UK government is allocating an additional £432 million to address rough sleeping, bringing total investment to £874 million. The funding, to be confirmed in the Budget, will support outreach, emergency accommodation and longer-term housing until the end of the current Parliament.
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Local News · LondonFour-year-old girl dies after tower block fall in Barking
A four-year-old girl has died following a fall from a tower block in Barking. Police were called to St Paul's Road on Saturday morning and the child was taken to a major trauma centre where she later passed away.
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Culture & Arts · LondonLondon Underground stations feature in Hollywood films
Several London Underground stations, both active and abandoned, have been used as filming locations for major Hollywood productions. These include Charing Cross, Canary Wharf, and Aldwych, featuring in films like Skyfall, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and V for Vendetta.
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Transport & TfL · LondonStorm Boelo Halts Stansted Express Service
Storm Boelo caused significant travel disruption across London and the UK on 25 October 2026. A fallen tree near Stansted damaged overhead electric wires, halting Stansted Express services and prompting 'do not travel' warnings from National Rail.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL asset backlog costs Londoners 830,000 hours in delays
Transport for London's infrastructure is facing a £6.5 billion renewals backlog, leading to hundreds of thousands of hours lost by commuters annually due to delays. The situation is projected to worsen without significant investment.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Diwali event cancelled due to Storm Boelo
London's annual Diwali on the Square event has been cancelled due to Storm Boelo. Independent health and safety experts recommended the cancellation, citing concerns over high winds and heavy rain. The storm has caused widespread travel disruption and power outages across the UK.
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London's bank tax rate higher than rivals, report claims
A report commissioned by UK Finance suggests London has the highest bank tax rate among major financial hubs. However, campaigners argue the figures are misleading due to the exclusion of Paris, which they calculate would have a higher tax burden.
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Local News · LondonHammersmith and Fulham Council threatens to remove disabled girl's wheelchair
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has threatened to remove a disabled teenager's wheelchair, citing fire risk concerns. The family argues the chair must remain outside their flat for accessibility, a claim disputed by the council.
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Council & Politics · LondonLondon urged to pilot legal cannabis market
Calls are growing for London to explore a regulated cannabis market through pilot schemes, drawing inspiration from Switzerland's ongoing legalisation trials. The move aims to address the harms of the illegal market and improve public health outcomes.
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Council & Politics · LondonMayor Sadiq Khan asks for extra funding for police, transport and housing
Mayor Sadiq Khan has outlined three budget demands, more money for the Metropolitan Police, Transport for London and housing to curb rough sleeping, and will discuss them with Chancellor John Healey before the fiscal statement on 28 October.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMan, 54, killed by lorry on A127 in Havering
A 54-year-old man has died after being struck by a lorry while crossing the A127 Southend Arterial Road in Havering. The Metropolitan Police are investigating and seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage.
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Local News · LondonStorm Austen to bring heavy rain and wind to London
Londoners should prepare for a wet and windy Saturday as Storm Austen is expected to bring heavy rain and strong gusts. Temperatures may reach 16C, but wind chill could make it feel colder. Sunshine is forecast for Sunday.
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Transport & TfL · LondonM25 crash causes M20 traffic disruption
An incident on the M25 motorway on 23 October 2026 prompted a response from emergency services. The collision caused considerable disruption and traffic chaos on the M20.
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Borough-wide and national stories that name London or bear directly on it.
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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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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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington Covid cases: Positivity rate explained
A high PCR positivity rate reported in Islington is not a reliable indicator of COVID-19 prevalence due to low testing volumes, the council has stated. While cases have risen, they are similar to last year's autumn figures.
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Property & Planning · WandsworthAlton Estate regeneration plans under review by Wandsworth Tories
Wandsworth Council's Conservative leadership is reviewing Labour's masterplan for the Alton Estate regeneration. The plan, supported by 82% of residents in a ballot, proposes significant increases in affordable housing but faces financial challenges.
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Local News · LewishamManhunt launched after prisoner escapes Lewisham medical unit
Police are conducting a city‑wide search for Anthony Lloyd, who fled a Lewisham health unit on Friday afternoon. He is described as a risk to himself and others. Residents are urged to call 999 and avoid contact.
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