Category: News

Laurence Fox has refuted claims that he incited individuals to vandalize ultra low emission zone (Ulez) cameras in London. The actor-turned-politician reportedly posted on X about dismantling the cameras and lauded a group of anti-Ulez activists referred to as the “Blade Runners.” According to Westminster Magistrates’ Court, his posts, made between September 12 and October […]

An expert from Kew Gardens has advised London to learn from Sweden’s methods for safeguarding urban trees against drought and diseases, during a presentation to local politicians. At the London Assembly’s environment committee meeting, Kevin Martin highlighted that many tree species currently planted in the city are not well-suited to urban conditions. Mr. Martin, who […]

Researchers have found that low emission zones effectively mitigate air pollution and its associated health impacts. A research group from the Belgian mutual health insurer Mutualités Libres aimed to identify the most effective strategies for reducing air pollution and its health consequences. Christian Horemans, a member of the research team, highlighted that, “Over the decade […]

A south London prison that underwent a “catastrophic” inspection last year is now said to be more stable and possesses a “renewed sense of purpose,” as reported by the prison oversight authority. HMP Wandsworth was described as being in a state of “chaos” last year, with inmates experiencing a level of “despair” that HM Chief […]

The author of a critically acclaimed memoir chronicling his experiences as a refugee has been denied a UK visa to attend the premiere of its stage adaptation in London, created by one of Britain’s foremost playwrights. Ibrahima Balde, residing in Spain, received notification from the UK government expressing concerns that he would not return home […]

British Airways has been penalized with a fine exceeding £3.2 million following serious injuries incurred by two baggage handlers who fell from a height while performing their duties at Heathrow Airport in west London. The incidents, described as “almost identical,” involved two employees utilizing televators—equipment designed for loading luggage onto aircraft—according to proceedings at London’s […]

An employment tribunal has revealed that Richard Assan, a black security manager who faced persistent harassment and was derogatorily referred to as a “slave,” has been awarded a sum of £361,000. Assan began his tenure at Vigilant Security in 2007 and rose to the position of security manager in May 2018. According to the tribunal […]

Two teenagers have received life sentences for the “cowardly” murder of a man who, according to police, “was unarmed and outnumbered.” Ryan Wedderburn, 18, and Kirk Harris, 19, were convicted of killing Robert Robinson, 21, in Deptford, southeast London, on June 6 of last year. On Thursday, Wedderburn was sentenced to a minimum of 23 […]

The Mayor of London is correct to intensify his initiatives aimed at addressing the city’s housing shortage, yet there is no justification for doing so at the expense of conserving our natural surroundings (Sadiq Khan to announce plans to build houses on London green belt, 9 May). We need to develop high-quality, affordable housing while […]

The police oversight body has concluded that the force used by Metropolitan Police officers during the arrest of actor Reece Richards was “appropriate given the circumstances.” Richards, known for his role in Netflix’s *Sex Education*, reported that he was pepper-sprayed, thrown to the ground, and kicked during his arrest in Fulham, West London, last September […]