Category: News

Authorities are conducting an investigation following a fire incident at the residence of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in north London during the early morning hours. The entrance of the property in Kentish Town sustained damage; however, no injuries were reported, according to the Metropolitan Police. A perimeter has been established around the residence. The […]

A power outage has led to significant disruptions on the London Underground and the Elizabeth line. Service on the Bakerloo and Waterloo & City lines has been halted, there are no trains operating between London Bridge and Finchley Road on the Jubilee line, and the Northern line is not running between Euston and Kennington, nor […]

London’s Mayor, Sir Sadiq Khan, has unveiled a £300,000 initiative aimed at enhancing outdoor dining experiences throughout the city. The Summer Streets Fund allows local councils to seek funding to develop new alfresco dining and drinking spaces, thereby permitting businesses to expand their operational areas or extend their hours, as stated by City Hall. This […]

Heathrow Airport announced that last month marked its busiest April ever, accommodating nearly 7.1 million travelers. This figure represents a 5.9% increase compared to April of the previous year, although the surge was influenced in part by the timing of Easter this year. The west London airport also noted that it achieved the “highest on-time […]

A man who completed a trek from London to Brighton without taking a break expressed his desire to inspire discussions surrounding mental health and self-belief. Bhupinder Sandhu, a mindfulness coach residing in Gravesend, Kent, has previously undertaken long-distance walks from London to Wales and London to Edinburgh to fundraise for the charity Mind. His most […]

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are elected officials responsible for appointing chief constables and ensuring they are accountable. An article discussing the recruitment of chief officers in London and Merseyside reports a remark from a high-ranking police source indicating a lack of checks and balances in our selection process. The legislation governing the appointment of […]

Home education is a “beneficial option for those facing difficulties in traditional schooling,” declares 12-year-old Addison, who transitioned from a conventional school setting to learning at home. He is part of an increasing community of children receiving their education at home. Recent statistics from the Department for Education reveal a rise in home education within […]

Street performers at Covent Garden in London are celebrating five decades of entertainment in the iconic piazza. This location stands out from others across the city because it has traditionally not required any licenses or permits for performers to secure a spot. In 2021, Westminster City Council implemented a borough-wide initiative, but the Covent Garden […]

A council in west London is contemplating the introduction of a byelaw to prohibit garden bonfires in an effort to diminish pollution levels. Hammersmith and Fulham Council’s initiative would ban the incineration of household or garden refuse outdoors, while exempting barbecues, backyard fire pits, and indoor wood-burning stoves, as reported by the Local Democracy Reporting […]

A £22 million initiative to enhance Crystal Palace Park is set to commence later this month. Starting on May 19, the project will involve the restoration of the Grade I listed dinosaur sculptures, the construction of a new visitor center, and the development of a dinosaur-themed playground. During the renovations, the park’s toilets, two cafes, […]