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Council & Politics · LondonDavid Lammy warns Tottenham majority could shrink to about 1,000 votes
At a fundraising dinner David Lammy told supporters his Tottenham majority could fall to roughly 1,000 votes. He won the July 2024 election by 15,434 votes, 57.5% of the total, while a Savanta poll suggests Labour could lose 18 London seats at the next general election, though Lammy is expected to hold his.
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Crime & Safety · LondonSimon Levy jailed for life after Met and CPS errors let him kill twice
Simon Levy, 40, was sentenced to a whole-life prison term at the Old Bailey for the murders of two women in 2025. Police and prosecution errors allowed him to remain free after the first killing, leading to a second murder in Tottenham five months later. The Met and CPS have admitted failings.
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Crime & Safety · LondonSimon Levy convicted of two murders and rape after police and court failures
Simon Levy, 40, was found guilty at the Old Bailey of murdering Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins in 2025. Authorities admitted systemic failures, including bail decisions that allowed him to commit further attacks. Two officers are under investigation by the IOPC.
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Local News · London£1.5m boost for youth safety as Godwin Lawson tournament returns to Tottenham
The Godwin Lawson Foundation and Tottenham Hotspur Community Foundation hosted 150 young footballers at their annual tournament, which includes safety workshops. Mayor Sadiq Khan announced £1.5m in additional funding for youth safety activities across London this summer.
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Property & Planning · LondonHaringey Council receives major Tottenham redevelopment plan
Haringey Council has received a planning application for a significant redevelopment on Ashley Road in Tottenham. The proposal includes two buildings ranging from six to 24 storeys, with a maximum height of 90 metres. Developers are seeking an environmental impact assessment scoping opinion before submitting full plans.
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