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88 stories from and about Westminster, mostly council & politics, crime & safety, culture & arts. The most recent ran on 13 September 2026. Page 4 of 5.
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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 · LondonMan who harassed MP Stella Creasy on Tube spared jail
Clifford Wilby, 63, has been given a suspended prison sentence and a five-year restraining order after harassing Labour MP Stella Creasy on a Victoria Line train. The incident occurred on July 15 last year, when Wilby blocked Ms Creasy's exit and filmed her.
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London constituencies record the lowest depression rates in England
Data from the House of Commons Library show nine of the ten UK constituencies with the smallest share of diagnosed depression are in London, led by Brent West at 6.66%. The capital also hosts the nation’s lowest neighbourhood rate at 4.2% in St John's Wood North.
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Crime & Safety · City of LondonCheapside bike thief jailed after public help
A man who used an angle grinder to steal a bicycle on Cheapside has been sentenced to 24 weeks in prison. Christopher Forrester was apprehended by City of London Police following a chase, with assistance from a member of the public.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthBarnet joins London councils to challenge £292m funding cut
Barnet Council has joined three inner-London boroughs in a formal challenge to government funding reforms that would remove £292 million over four years. The councils say the cuts threaten essential services and will force council tax rises. Residents can respond through a survey open until 15 October 2026.
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Local News · GreenwichGreenwich seeks clarity on two-day London Marathon 2027
Organisers of the 2027 London Marathon are being urged to provide clear arrangements for residents and businesses in Greenwich. The event, scheduled for April 24 and 25, is expected to raise £150 million for charity but raises concerns about two days of disruption.
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Transport & TfL · BrentFirefighters Tackle Blaze on Hannah Close, Neasden
A large fire at a mixed waste facility on Hannah Close in Neasden on 28 August 2026 required the response of approximately 125 firefighters. The incident led to the closure of sections of the Metropolitan line and severe delays on the Jubilee line.
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Council & Politics · LondonJames Cleverly quits shadow cabinet for London Mayor bid
Sir James Cleverly has resigned from the Conservative shadow cabinet to pursue selection as the party's candidate for London Mayor in 2028. He stated the capital needs a champion prepared to fight for its future.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police restrict UKIP anti-Islam march over disorder fears
The Metropolitan Police has imposed restrictions on a UK Independence Party (UKIP) anti-Islam march planned for central London this weekend. The decision, made under the Public Order Act, aims to prevent serious disorder and disruption.
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Met Police E-bike Fleet Grows to 25 to Tackle Street Crime
The Metropolitan Police has increased its fleet of crime-fighting electric bikes from five to 25. This expansion is part of an initiative to combat street crime and phone theft across London, with the new bikes enabling officers to navigate traffic and pursue offenders more effectively. The move comes as neighbourhood crime has seen a significant decrease.
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Council & Politics · LondonPoll: Labour leads, Reform UK second in 2028 mayoral race
A new poll for the 2028 London mayoral election places Labour in the lead with 33% support. Reform UK's candidate, Laila Cunningham, is shown in second place with 20% support, potentially challenging Labour in the final run-off.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLime bikes withdrawn from Penge after resident complaints
Lime has withdrawn its e-bikes from Penge, Bromley, following complaints from blind residents who were forced into the road by improperly parked vehicles. Bromley Council had previously told Lime to stop operating in the borough as it lacked a contract.
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Local News · LondonLondon life expectancy gap spans 15 years
New figures from the Office for National Statistics show a 15-year difference in average life expectancy between London's neighbourhoods. The City of London has the highest borough average, while East Village in Stratford has the lowest neighbourhood average.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL fare evasion cost could reach £211m annually, review reveals
Transport for London (TfL) may be losing up to £211 million annually to fare evasion, a figure potentially £20 million higher than previously reported. An internal review acknowledged data limitations lead to a 10 percent reduction in the estimated loss.
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Council & Politics · London£168.3m pledged to house London rough sleepers by Christmas
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged £168.3 million to reduce rough sleeping in London by Christmas, with Barnet-based charity Homeless Action in Barnet allocated £330,997. The funding aims to provide emergency accommodation and support services, though no fixed duration for housing offers has been set.
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Property & Planning · LondonBarnet homes now take 52 days to sell as London market slows
Barnet residents selling homes are waiting nearly a week longer than last year, with properties now taking 52 days on average to secure a buyer. The increase mirrors a wider slowdown across London, where 23 of 32 boroughs report longer sale times amid higher mortgage rates and rising inventory.
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Crime & Safety · LondonClifford Wilby convicted of harassing Stella Creasy on Victoria line train
A 63-year-old man from east London was found guilty of harassing Walthamstow MP Stella Creasy after blocking her exit, shouting about knife crime, and filming her on a Victoria line train on 15 July 2025. Passengers intervened before she escaped at Finsbury Park.
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Council & Politics · LondonMansion tax to cost four London boroughs £270m from April 2028
Four London boroughs have told Chancellor John Healey that their residents will pay £270m of the £430m annual mansion tax, due to start in April 2028. The levy of £2,500 to £7,500 on homes worth over £2m will not fund local services, council leaders said.
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Council & Politics · LondonTaxpayers spent £150,000 on Banksy artworks in London
Three Banksy artworks in London have cost nearly £150,000 in public funds, including £85,000 for a mural at the Royal Courts of Justice. Councils and government bodies spent the money on security, removal attempts and administration, sparking debate over public art and heritage.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet retailers gain direct police link for shoplifting evidence
Retailers in Barnet can now submit CCTV footage and witness statements directly to police within hours of a shoplifting incident. The platform, already used in six London boroughs, has increased case resolutions from 7.3% to 29.4%. Smaller shops say cost remains a barrier.
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