Category: News

Approximately 100 firefighters fought a blaze at a residential building in south-east London for over 14 hours, according to the London Fire Brigade (LFB). The fire affected the first, second, and third floors, as well as the roof, of the flat complex located on Hatcham Park Mews in New Cross. The LFB reported that it […]

Individuals from a group of rough sleepers removed from a makeshift camp on Park Lane are believed to have moved to areas along Oxford Street. Footage circulating on social media depicts a long queue of individuals outside John Lewis, while another group is known to be residing near Marks & Spencer. Westminster City Council informed […]

A head gardener has been appointed to lead the development of a new garden dedicated to honoring the legacy of Elizabeth II in central London. Fiona Packe, an experienced horticulturist, has been selected by Royal Parks — the charity tasked with managing eight parks in London — to spearhead the project at Regent’s Park, set […]

A 26-year-old man has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of another man in north-west London. The Metropolitan Police responded to Monks Park, Wembley, around 18:10 BST on Tuesday, after receiving reports of a stabbing incident. A 38-year-old victim was given medical assistance for his stab wounds but unfortunately […]

A member of the rap group Kneecap is set to appear in a London court for reportedly displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah, which is banned in the UK, during a performance last year. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was greeted by a sizable gathering of supporters—many holding Palestinian flags—upon his arrival at Westminster Magistrates’ […]

One of the most enduring street festivals is making its way back to west London this August bank holiday, celebrating its 57th edition. Notting Hill Carnival stands as Europe’s biggest street festival, attracting over two million attendees each year to enjoy the vibrant three-mile (5 km) parade. Participants can look forward to a lively and […]

The Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police has backed the use of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology as a means for officers to identify individuals on watch lists, especially as its implementation approaches for the Notting Hill Carnival. Sir Mark Rowley addressed criticisms from civil liberties and anti-racism organizations urging the police to abandon LFR, which […]

A local council in South London is set to reimburse approximately £485,000 to drivers due to an administrative mistake that led to the incorrect issuance of certain bus lane penalty notices. Southwark Council, which issued more than 10,000 penalty charge notices between February and June, has committed to refunding all motorists affected by this error […]

TV host Dara Ó Briain has expressed frustration over differing electric bike licensing decisions made by councils on either side of the Thames, which he argues have led to a situation reminiscent of Cold War Berlin. In a social media post, the comedian compared the accumulation of rental e-bikes at a bridge connecting the Hounslow […]

US rapper and singer Doechii has withdrawn from the All Points East festival in East London, along with two other music events. The 27-year-old artist, originally from Florida, is “no longer in a position to perform” at the festival in Victoria Park scheduled for Saturday, according to a statement shared on social media by All […]