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Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Matt Hancock praises Bexley's top Covid vaccination team
Bexley has been heralded by Matt Hancock and the Government as one of the highest performing Covid vaccination teams in the country.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:00:28 +0000
Croydon murder investigation after man stabbed to death
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man, thought to be 19 years old, was stabbed to death in

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan accused of cutting affordable housing targets
Sadiq Khan was today accused of “failing Londoners” by the GLA Conservatives after figures revealed a cut to affordable housing targets.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 09:58:59 +0000
Spoil from Chilterns Tunnel would be used on reviving grasslands
LANDSCAPERS advising on the HS2 rail project aim to re-use building materials to create new chalk grassland, woodland, wood pasture and wetland habitats in the Colne Valley.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Help us celebrate World Book Day 2021
It’s that day of the year again when children will be dressing up as popular characters from memorable stories to mark World Book Day.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan faces Labour revolt over Silvertown Tunnel
London Mayor Sadiq Khan is facing increasing opposition from members of his own party over plans to push ahead with a new road tunnel under the River Thames.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Budget 2021: Sadiq Khan says budget 'lacks ambition'
Today’s budget announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak “lacks ambitious vision” according to London Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:20:45 +0000
Map shows London areas at risk of being Covid-19 hotspots
A map have revealed the London boroughs at risk of becoming Covid hotspots by the middle of March.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan to take over as planning authority on Hondo Tower
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan will take over as the local planning authority on the controversial application to build a 20-storey office block.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan accused of cutting affordable housing targets
Sadiq Khan was today accused of “failing Londoners” by the GLA Conservatives after figures revealed a cut to affordable housing targets.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:05:00 +0000
Funeral procession for Eltham couple who died of Covid-19
An emotional funeral procession marched down Eltham High Street on Monday in tribute to the beloved couple who died from coronavirus within days of each other.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Bromley hoarder jailed after revolver and gold bars seized
A hoarder from Bromley has been jailed for five years after handguns, ammo, gold bullions and a haul of cash were discovered at his home.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:25:00 +0000
Budget 2021: All the announcements as they happened
We will be bringing you the latest updates throughout the day as Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivers the next budget.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:35:36 +0000
Covid: Police break up illegal rave in Bellingham
Police raided a 50-person illegal rave at a leisure centre in Bellingham on Saturday night (February 28), according to council sources.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:45:00 +0000
New cycle lanes between Greenwich Park and Eltham proposed
Consultations have been launched on two new cycle lanes proposed between Greenwich Park and both Eltham and Shooters Hill.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Rishi Sunak to extend furlough scheme until September
Employees will continue to receive 80% of their salary for hours not worked until the scheme ends.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:13:03 +0000
Protesters hope for breakthrough in York Garden protests
A man who has spent more than a week living in a tree in Battersea to save it from being cut down has spoken out about “dedicating” his life to protecting trees and how he manages to eat, go to the toilet and even work in them.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:31:38 +0000
Community against Willow Tree wetlands development Grove Park
A community group is urging people to object to a proposed development that would destroy rare wetlands and vital habitats if it goes ahead.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:31:55 +0000
Travellers in Ham immediately threatened with eviction
A small group of travellers in Ham were immediately threatened with eviction after they arrived to a green space in the suburb earlier today (Wednesday, March 3).

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:37:40 +0000
Timebridge community centre in New Addington is complete
Building work has officially been completed on the new £5.3 million community centre in New Addington.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:05:27 +0000
Man jailed after vicious machete attack in Tooting
A man has been jailed for a horrific machete attack in Tooting that left the victim with life-changing injuries to his arm.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:45:00 +0000
Dash Linen laundry speaks out on lack of government support
Dash Linen, a family business based in Wimbledon, operates a laundry service for a range of restaurants in London and the surrounding area.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:48:41 +0000
Duchess of Cornwall visits Thornton Heath vaccine hub
The Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla, paid tribute to hard working volunteers and NHS staff during a visit to a coronavirus vaccination hub in Thornton Heath.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:20:50 +0000
Skylarks could be lost from Richmond Park
Skylarks could be lost from Richmond and Bushy Parks, The Royal Parks has warned.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:11:16 +0000
Lewisham consultation on school journey safety within LTN
Lewisham Council has launched a consultation aimed at making children’s journeys to and from school within its Lee Green low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) “safer and healthier”.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:01:00 +0000
Sidcup firefighter's running raises £30k for NHS ward
A firefighter from Sidcup has smashed a ridiculous 400 mile running target for Febraury, all to raise over £30,000 for a newborn baby hospital ward.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Budget 2021: Sadiq Khan says budget 'lacks ambition'
Today’s budget announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak “lacks ambitious vision” according to London Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:57:50 +0000
Uxbridge pupils ready to return with regular testing and masks in class
PUPILS at an Uxbridge secondary face a staggered return to school next week and will be asked to wear masks in classrooms.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Herts Baseball Club campaigns for Basing Hill Park ballpark
A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to build a brand new £55,000 baseball venue in a Childs Hill park.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Harrow Council confirms options under TfL transport scheme
Harrow could benefit from new cycle routes, 20mph limits and bus service support under a citywide transport improvement scheme.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:18:21 +0000
Man denies Hackney Marshes boat party broke Covid-19 rules
A man has denied breaching Covid-19 regulations after police broke up an illegal party on a houseboat in London attended by nearly 30 people.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Roadworks at Bignell's Corner junction of M25, A1(M) and A1 set to last six months
Motorists using a busy junction of the M25 are facing disruption for an estimated six months when roadworks are due to start later this month.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Councillors clash over tax and debt as Enfield budget agreed
Councillors clashed over pay packets and debt levels during a debate on Enfield Council’s budget.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Roadworks at Bignell's Corner junction of M25, A1(M) and A1 set to last six months
Motorists using a busy junction of the M25 are facing disruption for an estimated six months when roadworks are due to start later this month.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:44:31 +0000
All staff and residents at Wilsmere House care home fully vaccinated
All staff and residents at a Harrow Weald care home are now fully vaccinated from Covid-19.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Roadworks set to temporarily close Wealdstone road next week
A road in Wealdstone is expected to be closed for four days next week due to roadworks.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Supporters of 3food4u donate four laptop computers
Four children or families now have a new laptop computer thanks to the generosity of a charity’s supporters.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:03:48 +0000
Harrow Covid-19 cases drop but council leader urges caution
Covid-19 cases in Harrow dropped by almost 50 per cent over the past week as the vaccine rollout continues across the borough.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:19:40 +0000
Haringey Trading Standards confiscate thousands of illegal face masks
Nearly 100,000 face masks have been shredded after they were confiscated from a Tottenham firm.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:40:16 +0000
Harrow has 'led the way' on vaccination targets, says Matt Hancock
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has praised clinical commissioning groups in Harrow for achieving one of the highest Covid-19 vaccinations uptakes in the country.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:18:26 +0000
Enfield mayor makes statement on lockdown bike ride
The mayor of Enfield has said a bike ride that led to him being accused of breaking lockdown rules was “not a social occasion”.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:42:58 +0000
Affordable homes and commercial space to be built in Burnt Oak
A derelict site is set to be transformed with new affordable homes as well as a commercial space that will create new jobs.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
The parts of Barnet where Covid-19 cases fell to almost zero
Parts of Barnet have seen Covid-19 cases drop to almost zero as infection rates fell again.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:40:28 +0000
What we know about the 4 different Covid variants in the UK
THE search for the mystery person infected with the Brazilian mutation of coronavirus is continuing.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:02:36 +0000
Hunt for Brazil Covid variant narrows to 379 south east households
The hunt for an unidentified person with the Brazilian variant of coronavirus has been narrowed to 379 households in the South East of England.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Roadworks in March in Waltham Forest, Epping Forest and Harlow
Roadworks are set to cause the temporary closure of several roads in Waltham Forest, Epping Forest and Harlow during this month and beyond.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Bicycle parking areas to be introduced in several Haringey roads
Cyclists are set to be able to leave their bikes in designated parking areas in several roads in Haringey.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan accused of cutting affordable housing targets
Sadiq Khan was today accused of “failing Londoners” by the GLA Conservatives after figures revealed a cut to affordable housing targets.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan faces Labour revolt over Silvertown Tunnel
London Mayor Sadiq Khan is facing increasing opposition from members of his own party over plans to push ahead with a new road tunnel under the River Thames.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan to take over as planning authority on Hondo Tower
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan will take over as the local planning authority on the controversial application to build a 20-storey office block.



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