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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 22 of 38.
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Culture & Arts · LondonHarry Potter and the Cursed Child marks decade in Westminster
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the two-part stage sequel to J.K. Rowling’s book series, celebrates its tenth anniversary at Westminster’s Palace Theatre. The production has won a record nine Olivier Awards and attracted over 2.5 million attendees across 1,762 performances.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Assembly demands TfL oversight of driverless taxi trials
The London Assembly is calling for Transport for London to gain full oversight of driverless taxi trials. This comes as Uber and Wayve seek government permission to transport passengers in the capital as early as 2026, potentially bypassing local regulatory authority.
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Met Police close investigation into guillotine t-shirt image shared online
The Metropolitan Police have ended their investigation into an image of a man wearing a t-shirt depicting a guillotine, shared on Instagram on 27 July 2026. Police concluded no offence was committed in sharing the image, which was part of a 20-image post, but a crime report has been filed over the t-shirt being worn at an event in Bristol.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL seeks £1bn from carmakers over Ulez compliance
Transport for London is pursuing legal action worth up to £1bn against car manufacturers. The agency alleges that certain diesel vehicles entered the Ultra Low Emission Zone without paying the required £12.50 daily charge due to false claims regarding vehicle emissions.
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Council & Politics · LondonFamilies in London temporary housing denied air conditioning
Families living in temporary accommodation in a London glass tower were reportedly denied access to in-built air conditioning during a heatwave. According to a letter from Fernando Quintana Marrero published by The Guardian, the building possesses the necessary cooling systems, but they were not offered as an amenity to residents.
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Council & Politics · LondonLondon air cleanup could prevent 44,000 deaths by 2050
A report by the Clean Air Fund suggests that meeting net zero targets could prevent 44,000 premature deaths in London by 2050. While City Hall has reduced nitrogen dioxide levels, the capital's most polluted neighbourhood remains in Camden.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow passengers to face higher fares as CAA approves cost recovery
Heathrow passengers face decades of higher fares after the Civil Aviation Authority permitted Heathrow Airport Limited to recover £320m in early expansion costs. The regulator approved the move despite warnings from airlines that the decision could make the third runway project unaffordable for consumers.
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Local News · LondonIlford travel firm collapses after 22 years serving faith-based pilgrims
A Redbridge-based travel company specialising in Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages has collapsed into liquidation, affecting thousands of customers. Joint liquidators were appointed last month, while the firm’s website now shows only error messages. The closure follows a wider trend of travel industry failures in 2026.
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Council & Politics · LondonAir conditioning disabled for temporary accommodation tenants in Colliers Wood
Tenants in publicly funded temporary accommodation at Britannia Point in Colliers Wood have had their air conditioning units switched off, leading to reports of children collapsing from heat. Building management told residents the cooling was not offered as an amenity for their specific tenancies.
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Council & Politics · LondonLed By Donkeys wins £27,000 over seized Gaza banner
Led By Donkeys has received £27,216 in compensation after a massive protest banner was destroyed. The banner, which featured a message regarding the situation in Gaza, was seized by Greater London Authority officials in Parliament Square in December 2024 and subsequently disposed of by Veolia.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMetropolitan Police launch final appeal in Suzy Lamplugh murder case
The Metropolitan Police's cold case homicide team is making a final appeal for information regarding the 1986 disappearance of estate agent Suzy Lamplugh in Hammersmith and Fulham. Officers are currently reviewing 178 boxes of evidence as they attempt to resolve one of the capital's oldest murder investigations.
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Transport & TfL · LondonMinisters urged to transfer driverless taxi trials to TfL by 2026
Ministers face demands to hand control of driverless taxi trials to Transport for London, as firms including Uber and Waymo seek approval to carry passengers in automated vehicles by 2026. TfL warns of risks to London’s devolution powers under current Department for Transport oversight.
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Council & Politics · LondonFly-tipping in Barnet rises as London sees 8% annual increase
Barnet residents face growing fly-tipping problems as London records 481,088 incidents in 2024/25, an 8% rise. Experts cite high disposal costs, inadequate housing, and organised crime as key factors, while ministers allocate £45m to tackle waste crime.
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Culture & Arts · LondonMinds United FC expands inclusive football to Barnet after five years in west London
Minds United FC, a club prioritising mental health and inclusion, has begun operating in Barnet. Founded in 2019, it provides football for all abilities, with staff present to support players during activities. The club runs women’s, futsal and mixed teams.
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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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