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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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Sainsbury's raises profit forecast on grocery sales growth
Sainsbury's has improved its profit outlook, reporting a 4.1% rise in total revenues to £16.2 billion for the 28 weeks to 12 September 2026. Grocery sales grew by 2.9% to £13.2 billion, while fuel sales saw a significant increase.
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Business · LondonBookshop.org launches £12.99 audiobook service for indie shops
Bookshop.org has introduced a new audiobook subscription service costing £12.99 per month. The initiative allows independent bookshops to receive full profit from audiobook sales, offering an alternative to existing platforms and aiming to boost revenue for retailers.
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Local News · City of LondonVictoria Station to open UK's first railway food hall
Victoria Station is set to launch the UK's first food hall within a railway station on October 16. Market Hall Victoria will offer 10 independent global food traders and 180 seats in a space formerly occupied by Dorothy Perkins.
City of London2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Business · LondonCharity shops face crisis as donations overwhelm system
Major UK charities are closing hundreds of stores due to an overwhelming volume of donated clothing, much of which is unsaleable and ends up as waste overseas. The fashion industry's environmental impact is a key factor in this growing crisis.
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Property & Planning · GreenwichSainsbury's to open Blackheath store September 24
Sainsbury's will open a new store in Blackheath on Thursday, September 24, 2026, marking its return to the area after a 67-year absence. The shop, located in a Grade II listed building on Tranquil Vale, will create 20 new jobs and features accessibility improvements.
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Property & Planning · LondonHammersmith and Fulham Council acts over former pub turned shop
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is considering enforcement action against the freeholder of the former Hammersmith Ram pub, Arora Family. The historic building on King Street was sold in July and reopened as a discount store without planning permission for the change of use.
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Sainsbury's Nectar points now earnable on Uber Eats groceries
Sainsbury's shoppers can now accumulate Nectar loyalty points on grocery orders placed through the Uber Eats platform. The expansion of the partnership allows customers to earn points on eligible items, adding to existing redemption options within the Uber app.
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