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Council & Politics · LondonPaedophile jailed after being bailed to flat overlooking playground
Zafer Dogan has been jailed for two years and four months after being convicted of taking thousands of AI-altered nude images of women and children. He was bailed to a flat overlooking a children's playground in Enfield, a decision criticised by victims' advocates and the Metropolitan Police Commissioner.
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Council & Politics · LambethSt James Group fined £1 million and Lindner Prater £300,000 after Vauxhall window death
A property developer and a façade contractor were fined a total of £1.3 million after a 130 kg window fell from The Corniche in Vauxhall, killing coach driver Mick Ferris in 2018. The court criticised their risk‑assessment processes and ordered each to cover £125,000 in costs.
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Council & Politics · LondonCivic Campus granted 3am licence for music and alcohol
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has granted a premises licence allowing music, film, and alcohol sales until 3am daily at its Civic Campus Building. Outdoor areas will close at 11pm. Resident Una-Jane Winfield objected to the late hours, calling them excessive for the King Street area.
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Council & Politics · LondonMayor rejects bus driver rights bill
The Mayor of London has rejected a proposed Bill of Rights for bus drivers, opting instead for an evolving approach to working conditions. While agreeing to install toilets on all routes and air conditioning in cabins by May 2027, he refused to enshrine all 12 demands in operator contracts.
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Council & Politics · LondonDriver fined £9,234 for breaching Enfield car cruising ban
A driver has been ordered to pay over £9,000 after admitting to breaching an Enfield Council car cruising injunction. Nojus Sartauskas performed dangerous stunts on Lockfield Avenue in August 2026, violating an order designed to curb antisocial driving.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth in Bloom 2026 winners announced at Battersea Park ceremony
The winners of the Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 competition have been revealed at a ceremony in Battersea Park. The annual event celebrates residents, businesses, and community groups for their contributions to making the borough greener and more biodiverse.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney schools record highest London permanent exclusions
Hackney recorded the highest rate of permanent school exclusions in London for the 2024/25 academic year, with 50 pupils excluded. This rate is 2.7 times the London average and contrasts with a city-wide fall in exclusions.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London faces £633.8m bill for new court complex
The City of London Corporation has committed £633.8 million to the Salisbury Square development, a new court complex and commercial building. The Government will pay a peppercorn rent for the courts, which are due to open in 2027.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council fined £250 for ignoring tenant's heating complaints
Wandsworth Council has been ordered to pay a tenant £250 and apologise for failing to address complaints about heating, hot water, and damp in her temporary accommodation. The tenant had to wait four months for a council visit after reporting the issues in November 2024.
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Council & Politics · LondonLondon schools see fewer exclusions after Inclusion Charter
London's schools have seen a notable reduction in pupil absenteeism, suspensions, and permanent exclusions following the implementation of the Inclusion Charter. The initiative, launched in 2024, has led to rates falling to half the national average, with specific boroughs reporting substantial decreases.
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Council & Politics · CroydonCroydon council tax support cuts could hit 19,000 residents
Croydon Council is considering cuts to its council tax support scheme, which could increase bills for up to 19,000 low-income and disabled residents. The proposed changes aim to save between £3.6 million and £12 million annually.
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Air India crash families demand answers from PM
Families of those killed in the Air India Flight AI171 crash are demanding answers over the "catastrophic handling" of victims' remains. Miten Patel wrote to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, highlighting issues including commingled remains and the delivery of the wrong bodies.
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Council & Politics · LondonRichmond children's services: complaints up 70%
Formal complaints concerning Richmond’s children’s services saw a significant increase of over 70% in the 2025-26 period, reaching 45 compared to 26 the previous year. Issues related to children's placements were a major factor, with a notable rise in complaints made directly by children in care.
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Council & Politics · City of LondonCity of London could gain £2.16bn annually under tax sharing plan
A think-tank has recommended that the government replace central grants to City Hall with a tax sharing deal. This would give the Mayor of London a greater share of income and corporation tax raised in the city, potentially amounting to £2.16 billion annually.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet Council faces £113.5m deficit as report warns of financial risks
Barnet Council is projected to face a budget deficit of nearly £113.5 million by the 2027/28 financial year, according to BBC data. An external review by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government identified nine out of ten risk ratings for almost half of its recommendations.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council rejects pretzel advertising replacement
On 17 September 2026 Wandsworth Council's Planning Committee turned down a proposal to replace the 1995‑era 'pretzel' advertising structure on Wandsworth Roundabout. Six councillors voted against the 25‑metre timber design, following 153 objections and safety concerns from TfL.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council rated 'C3' for housing safety failings
Wandsworth Council has received a 'C3' rating from the Regulator of Social Housing due to significant failings in its housing services. Inspectors found widespread issues with electrical safety testing and overdue fire safety works, prompting an apology from the council leader.
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Council & Politics · All LondonHillingdon Council Opposes Heathrow Expansion Plans
Hillingdon Council has formally stated its opposition to the government's draft Heathrow Expansion Policy Strategy, arguing it prioritises a third runway over assessing its justification. The council proposes adding a fifth 'Community Impact Test' to the government's criteria.
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Council & Politics · LondonMPs reject Thames Water creditor takeover plan
A group of MPs has urged the government to reject a £10 billion creditor takeover plan for Thames Water. The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee stated the proposal prioritises extracting value over long-term success and does not benefit customers or the environment.
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Council & Politics · All LondonBarking and Dagenham Council faces £28m budget gap for 2027‑28
Barking and Dagenham Council projects a £28 million deficit for the 2027‑28 financial year, driven by soaring demand for adult and children’s social care. The gap, up from £6.2 million forecast in February, will force the council to seek savings and new efficiencies.
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