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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 29 of 59.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet excluded as London retailers trial instant CCTV sharing with police
Tesco, Boots, Marks & Spencer and Greggs are trialling a system that shares CCTV and witness statements with the Metropolitan Police instantly. The scheme, active in eleven London boroughs, has raised the caution or charge rate from 7.3% to 29.4% and contributed to a 4% drop in shoplifting across the capital.
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Local News · LondonBarnet faces September heatwaves and extended hosepipe ban
Barnet residents face continued heatwaves into September and an ongoing hosepipe ban after Thames Water reported a 15% drop in water storage. The UK Health Security Agency has extended its amber heat alert, while Affinity Water and Essex and Suffolk Water have also imposed restrictions.
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Local News · LondonBarnet faces weeks without rain as drought and fire risks rise
Residents in Barnet and across London are warned of prolonged dry conditions after July became the driest on record. Supermarkets have withdrawn disposable barbecues due to wildfire risks, while forecasters predict little rainfall for weeks.
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Crime & Safety · London14,500 weapons surrendered in London knife amnesty since July 2025
More than 14,500 weapons, including zombie-style knives and machetes, have been handed into Home Office-backed surrender bins across London and other major UK cities since July 2025. Knife-related homicides have fallen by 26% over the same period, according to official figures.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Inspector Dave Newman denies sexually assaulting three officers in Soho
A Metropolitan Police inspector is on trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of sexually assaulting three female officers during a night out in Soho. Dave Newman denies three counts of sexual assault, with one complainant saying she felt 'like a piece of meat' after the alleged incident.
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Culture & Arts · LondonKaran Aujla’s sold-out O2 show sparks resale ticket surge in London
Karan Aujla’s three-date UK tour, including a 4 October 2026 performance at The O2 in Greenwich, has sold out. Resale platforms viagogo and StubHub now list tickets starting at £100, while official sellers report no remaining stock.
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Property & Planning · LondonKFC Worcester Park seeks 3am weekend deliveries despite resident noise complaints
A KFC branch in Worcester Park has applied to Sutton Council to extend delivery hours until 1am on weekdays and 3am on Fridays and Saturdays. More than two dozen residents have objected, citing noise from mopeds, shouting, and engine revving as concerns. The council will consider the application next week.
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Council & Politics · London£500,000 al fresco plan expands to 13 London boroughs including Brent
Thirteen London boroughs, including Brent, have received a share of £500,000 to expand al fresco dining and street events this summer. Deputy Mayor for Business Howard Dawber said demand from councils exceeded the funding, while footfall rose by up to 85% in some areas last year.
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Crime & Safety · LondonElizabeth line assault: Police seek man after 16-year-old attacked at Tottenham Court Road
A 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at Tottenham Court Road station after being followed from Abbey Wood. British Transport Police are investigating and have released CCTV footage of a man they believe may have information about the attack.
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Transport & TfL · LondonPoints failure cancels trains between Liverpool Street and Cheshunt on 4 August
A points failure near London Liverpool Street station caused cancellations on services to Cheshunt and Hertford East on 4 August. Network Rail confirmed the fault, while Greater Anglia advised passengers to check before travelling.
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Property & Planning · LondonBarnet social housing approvals lag two years behind northern cities
Residents in Barnet and across London face longer waits for social housing after Clarion Housing Group revealed planning approvals take over two years in the capital, compared with 11 months in Manchester. The delays risk making projects unviable, the group’s CEO said.
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Transport & TfL · Londonc2c engineering works disrupt Basildon and Rainham lines until 9 August
c2c has announced engineering works causing train diversions and replacement buses on the Basildon and Rainham lines from 3 to 9 August. Services will skip key stations, with tickets valid on alternative TfL routes at no extra cost.
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Transport & TfL · LondonEurostar arrival rules change for London passengers at St Pancras
Eurostar advises London passengers to arrive 76 minutes before Standard or Plus trains, 45 minutes for Premier, and 75-90 minutes when returning from Paris. Gates close 30 minutes before departure for all routes, with security checks mandatory before boarding.
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Culture & Arts · LondonSteph McGovern to host BBC Two art-dealing contest The Big Deal from 13 August
BBC Two will air The Big Deal, a competition series hosted by Steph McGovern, from 13 August at 8pm. Contestants will vie for £50,000 of British art, mentored by guest experts each episode. The show aims to demystify the art trade for viewers.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonZa’atar spiced eggs with tomatoes: 10-minute recipe from chef Laoise Casey
Chef Laoise Casey shares a 10-minute recipe for za’atar spiced eggs with tomatoes, using eggs, olive oil, butter, za’atar, plum tomatoes and feta. The dish can be served with flatbreads or Greek yoghurt and requires minimal washing up.
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Culture & Arts · LondonJesse Eisenberg’s The Debut to close 70th BFI London Film Festival
The 70th BFI London Film Festival will close with Jesse Eisenberg’s new film The Debut, starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. Tickets for the 12-day event go on sale on 16 September 2026, with the film arriving in UK cinemas on 15 January 2027.
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Culture & Arts · LondonAriana Grande ends tour with 10 O2 shows, skips West End role
Ariana Grande will conclude her Eternal Sunshine Tour with 10 concerts at The O2 Arena in August and September 2026. She has withdrawn from a planned 2027 West End revival of *Sunday in the Park with George* at the Barbican Theatre, which will proceed with a replacement actor.
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Culture & Arts · LondonElectric Cinema marks 113 years with two London sites in Notting Hill and White City
The Electric Cinema, one of London’s oldest operating cinemas, offers luxury seating including armchairs, sofas and front-row beds. Both Notting Hill and White City sites are open to the public, screening blockbusters, independent films and themed events.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSouth Western Railway targets Waterloo fare evaders after £1m revenue risk
South Western Railway has launched a crackdown at London Waterloo after finding 95% of barcode tickets between Vauxhall and the station are used fraudulently. The trial identified 153 short-faring offences in four weeks, protecting £45,000 in revenue.
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Transport & TfL · LondonM23 closed after multi-vehicle crash near Gatwick Airport
A multi-vehicle crash on the M23 southbound near Gatwick Airport led to a full closure on 4 August 2026. National Highways reported the incident, which caused delays for drivers travelling to the airport and surrounding areas in Surrey and West Sussex.
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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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