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Council & Politics · City of LondonUNESCO threatens Tower of London heritage status over City Plan 2040 office push
Historic England has raised serious concerns that the City of London Corporation’s draft City Plan 2040 could jeopardise the Tower of London’s UNESCO World Heritage status. Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has ordered inspectors to review alternative development contours, pushing back the plan’s adoption.
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Council & Politics · LondonSadiq Khan urged to condemn RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s London visit
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan faces calls to condemn the visit of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, whose organisation critics link to violence against religious minorities in India. Campaigners want security increased and the Home Office to assess whether Bhagwat should be banned.
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Council & Politics · LondonSadiq Khan convicted over untaxed Nissan Micra he says he does not own
Sadiq Khan was convicted in his absence at Herefordshire Magistrates’ Court on 18 August for failing to tax a 2002 Nissan Micra. The court fined him £340.84, but City Hall states the car does not belong to the Mayor or TfL. The DVLA sent notices to a Gordon Ramsay restaurant instead of TfL’s offices.
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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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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London school childcare subsidy recommended
City of London Corporation officers have recommended approving an annual £60,000 subsidy for The Aldgate School's childcare service, which serves children aged three months to three years. A one-off staff cost of £66,070.02 is also proposed. The decision is due before the Community and Children’s Services Committee in September.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council to host developer forum at Battersea Power Station
Wandsworth Council is hosting a developer forum at Battersea Power Station to foster collaboration and drive investment. The initiative aims to accelerate housing delivery and support economic growth throughout the borough, with future sessions planned.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarking and Dagenham Council to tighten gambling shop rules
Barking and Dagenham Council is preparing to implement stricter policies for gambling premises licenses following significant resident concerns about the number of betting shops. The updated policy will focus on preventing harm and protecting vulnerable areas.
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Council & Politics · All LondonUber driver Julius Mugabo wins judicial review over TfL licence delay
Julius Mugabo, an Uber driver, secured a High Court judicial review of TfL’s licence renewal delay, which saw his tax debt swell from £3,000 to £20,000 and sparked eviction threats. The Independent Workers’ Union backs the case as thousands of drivers face similar hardship.
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Council & Politics · NewhamLondon Stadium seeks more non-sport events to cut £19m losses
London Stadium 185 (LS185) has applied to Newham Council to host more concerts and other non-sporting events, aiming to address annual losses of approximately £19 million. The proposals include increasing the number of events and raising maximum attendance figures.
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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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Council & Politics · LondonSutton GCSE grade‑7+ rate hits 43.0% placing borough third nationally
On 20 August Sutton Council reported that 43.0 per cent of GCSE entries achieved grade 7 or above, ranking the borough third in England. The figure, up from 41.9 per cent in 2025, was hailed by councillors as evidence of strong schools and teachers.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLondon air quality improves, but pollution gap persists
London's air quality has improved substantially over the last decade, with average nitrogen dioxide levels falling by nearly 38%. However, significant disparities remain, particularly in more deprived areas, and few neighbourhoods meet World Health Organization standards.
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Council & Politics · LondonMuswell Hill tenant wins £7,884 after landlord fined for unlicensed HMO
A tenant has successfully reclaimed nearly £8,000 in rent from her landlord after a tribunal found the Muswell Hill property was an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation. The property had issues including mould, fire hazards, and a collapsed ceiling.
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Council & Politics · Kensington & ChelseaNotting Hill Carnival policing costs rise to £15.7m
Policing costs for the Notting Hill Carnival have increased significantly, reaching £15.7 million in 2025. The Metropolitan Police deployed over 7,000 officers and banned more than 330 individuals from attending the event.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Mayor Liam Shrivastava marks 100 days in office
Liam Shrivastava, Lewisham's first directly-elected Green Mayor, has passed his 100-day milestone. His administration has initiated a review into cooperation with immigration enforcement and reported clearing over 11,000 fly-tipping sites since May 2026.
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Council & Politics · EalingEaling Council faulted over mother and baby complaint process
Ealing Council failed a mother and baby by denying her the right to escalate a complaint about a foster placement. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council at fault for refusing a Stage 3 panel review.
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Council & Politics · LondonEpping Forest fungi picking ban enforced amid social media craze
The City of London Corporation has issued a warning regarding the picking of fungi in Epping Forest, citing bylaws and the ecological significance of the mushrooms. The appeal follows a surge in fungi-related content on social media platforms.
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Council & Politics · WestminsterFormer tenant ordered to pay £494k for council flat fraud
Westminster City Council has secured a Confiscation Order of £494,415.52 against former tenant Saeed Yasin Hosseini. He was found to have fraudulently obtained a council property in Pimlico and illegally sublet it before purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthLabour wins Trinity ward by-election in Wandsworth
A Labour councillor has won the Trinity ward by-election, securing 1,558 votes. The result means the political balance on Wandsworth Council remains unchanged following the May 2026 elections.
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Council & Politics · BarnetGrenfell-linked boss appointed to senior role at Barnet Group
Laura Johnson, who faced criticism for her role during the Grenfell Tower fire, has been appointed group director of development and property at The Barnet Group. The council stated she was appointed on merit after a robust recruitment process for the publicly advertised role.
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