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Council & Politics · All LondonLondon Mayor to retain portion of income tax and business rates
The Mayor of London will keep a share of income tax and business rates collected within the capital. The Prime Minister confirmed the move as part of a wider devolution drive to transfer power from Westminster to regional leaders.
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Transport & TfL · All 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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WorldTfL 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 · All 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 · All 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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Road noise linked to Parkinson's risk in new study
A study of 3 million Danish participants has found that every 11.5dB increase in road noise correlates with a 3% rise in Parkinson's disease risk. The findings add to warnings from the European Environment Agency regarding the health impacts of noise pollution.
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WorldLed 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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