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Tue, 30 Mar 2021 08:44:21 +0100Police issue new images in hunt for London prisoner
Police still searching for a man who was mistakenly released from a west London prison have issued new images of the 24-year-old.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 09:09:49 +0100Support for inquiry into 'rape culture' at top south London schools
A private schools chief has backed a possible indepedent inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse among pupils after reports a "rape culture" at a number of indepedent schools.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 08:12:19 +0100Kingston man in court accused of possessing explosives
A 53-year-old man arrested by counter-terrorism officers in south-west London is due to appear in court accused of possessing explosives.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 07:57:15 +0100Fourteen women rescued from sexual slavery in Harrow addresses
Fourteen women have been saved from sexual slavery, with five people arrested.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0100The south London swimming spots you can visit from March 29
After months spent cooped up, swimmers will be glad to hear they can jump back in the water today.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:46:07 +0100Recap as Boris Johnson addresses UK at Covid briefing
Boris Johnson will lead a Downing Street press briefing this evening as Covid lockdown restrictions are eased.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0100Boris Johnson may face City Hall probe over Jennifer Arcuri
Boris Johnson may be made to give evidence at City Hall as part of a probe into his relationship with Jennifer Arcuri, it has been claimed.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0100Sadiq Khan pledges 4G roll out across Tube network
Sadiq Khan has pledged to roll out 4G mobile phone coverage across all Tube stations and tunnels if re-elected on May 6.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:40:42 +0100Croydon woman and kids rehoused after council flat nightmare
A Croydon woman and her sons have been rehoused by the council after a report found their home to be in an appalling state of disrepair.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:50:20 +0100Roadmap: Five green spaces to visit amid restriction ease
Looking for the perfect picnic spot to reunite with loved ones following the restriction ease? Then look no further.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:51:41 +0100Government criticises Mayor's London Boundary Charge plans
The Government has said it does not support proposals for the hugely controversial Greater London congestion charge.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:49:12 +0100Appeal after boy, 16, stabbed in Pollards Hill
A 16-year-old boy was taken to hospital after being stabbed in Pollards Hill on Sunday.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:29:14 +0100Woman fighting for life after south London police chase
Three women are in hospital including a 19-year-old currently fighting for her life after a car being pursued by police crashed into a lamp post in south London.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 09:17:02 +0100Police hunt for prisoner released 'in error' in west London
Police are searching for a man who was mistakenly released from prison and has still not been found five days on.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 19:54:41 +0100Man charged with dealing after guns found in south London
Police have charged a man suspected of dealing Class A drugs after a cache of guns was found at the address he was arrested in.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 19:10:55 +0100Low vaccination rate among some south London care home staff
The UK's Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty urged adult care home staff to get vaccinated against Covid-19 at a Downing Street press conference earlier today (March 29) after it emerged several boroughs in south London reported low uptakes of the ...
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:44:04 +0100Emotional appeal after Brompton bike stolen in Wimbledon
A woman is appealing to the public to help trace her bike after it was stolen last week.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:37:12 +0100Car parking charges proposed for Richmond and Bushy Parks
Car parking charges are set to be introduced at Richmond and Bushy Parks, despite significant public opposition to the move, Royal Parks have announced.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:54:17 +0100Pollards Hill bus shelter: Residents invited to share views
Residents living in Pollards Hill are being encouraged to help "shape the future" of its bus shelter.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:22:21 +0100Sidcup cafe announces plans for drive-in cinema this summer
A Sidcup farm shop and cafe has announced plans for a Drive-in cinema in Bexley, opening in early summer.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:47:22 +0100Southeastern: New Kidbrooke Station to support new homes
A new and improved Kidbrooke railway station has been opened for business by Southeastern after investment to upgrade the site to support new homes in the area.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:21:43 +0100Full list of Covid lockdown rules changing from today
From today, the second phase of the first stage of the Prime Minister's road map will begin.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:18:21 +0100What Boris Johnson is expected to announce at today's press conference
The press conference comes as England eased lockdown restrictions even further today as part of the Prime Minister’s road map.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:12:00 +0100London outdoor freedoms as lockdown restrictions relaxed
Friends and families are allowed to reunite and team sports will resume in a major easing of England's coronavirus lockdown to allow far greater freedom outdoors.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:57:02 +0100David Lammy responds to caller who said he's 'not English' because he is black
The Shadow Justice Secretary was taking calls from listeners on LBC.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:27:42 +0100Appeal for ex-workmates of tragic Perivale asbestos worker
THE family of a former aircraft window engineer are appealing to his ex-workmates for help following his death from asbestos-related cancer.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:25:01 +0100Hayes roads 'like a race track' says angry councillor
BOTWELL ward councillor Janet Gardner has launched a petition urging Hillingdon Council to stop Hayes roads being used as a racing track by speeding cars.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 19:03:57 +0100Bus strikes affecting Watford, Barnet and Harrow called off
Bus strikes that would have affected parts of north west London and Hertfordshire have been called off.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 18:33:21 +0100Jobs pledge as work expands on former Nestle site in Hayes
WORK has started on the industrial sector in the transformation of the former Nestles site in Hayes..
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:49:27 +0100What a day to make a splash as Hillingdon Lido reopens
LOCKDOWN Freedom Day was marked in Uxbridge today (29) by the reopening of Hillingdon Lido.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0100Boris Johnson may face City Hall probe over Jennifer Arcuri
Boris Johnson may be made to give evidence at City Hall as part of a probe into his relationship with Jennifer Arcuri, it has been claimed.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0100Harrow officer responds to second Covid-19 vaccine shortages
A senior council officer guaranteed there will not be any delays in administering second doses of Covid-19 vaccines to those scheduled to have them.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0100Epping and Loughton police stations close permanently
It's five years ago this week since two police stations in the district closed their doors to the public for the last time.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0100The area of East London that is a magnet for migrating birds
It was great to see the temporary fences going up recently on part of Wanstead Flats to protect the nesting skylarks.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:25:50 +0100Trading standards sets fees amid Covid-19 income issues
The trading standards department in Harrow and Brent anticipates further strains on its finances as Covid-19 restrictions continue.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:05:16 +0100Police hunt for mistakenly released prisoner
A man mistakenly released from Wormwood Scrubs prison last week is being hunted by the Met Police, who are appealing to the public for information.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:04:19 +0100Police hunt for mistakenly released prisoner
A man mistakenly released from Wormwood Scrubs prison last week is being hunted by the Met Police, who are appealing to the public for information.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0100New Covid-19 lockdown rules as restrictions eased
Lockdown restrictions in England have been eased as of today.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:08:24 +0100Boris Johnson's road map 'at risk' as Brits urged not to 'overdo it
The warning comes as the government’s lockdown exit strategy gathers pace.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0100Sadiq Khan pledges 4G roll out across Tube network
Sadiq Khan has pledged to roll out 4G mobile phone coverage across all Tube stations and tunnels if re-elected on May 6.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:09:14 +0100Vaccine passports 'last straw’ for pubs - Wetherspoon boss
Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin has said vaccine passports would be “the last straw” for struggling pubs and force bar staff into a “bitter civil liberties war” with customers.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 07:48:05 +0100April 12: Wagamama opening Enfield and Barnet sites for outdoor dining
Restaurant group Wagamama has revealed its full list of sites that are set to reopen for outdoor dining from April 12.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0100Covid lockdown eases today in next step of Johnson's roadmap
Friends and families will be reunited and team sports will resume in a major easing of England’s lockdown to allow far greater freedom outdoors.