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Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:37:28 +0100Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and more: See the supermarkets and shops closed for the Queen’s funeral
Tesco, Aldi and other supermarkets are choosing to close their doors to honour Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100Met Police officer who shot Wembley rapper Chris Kaba suspended
The firearms officer who fatally shot Chris Kaba in south London a week ago has been suspended from duty, the Metropolitan Police said.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:55:27 +0100Brighton Road Purley stabbing: Boy taken to hospital
A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Purley.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:44:56 +0100Hatherley Road Sidcup crash: Driver in critical condition
THE DRIVER of a car is in a critical condition after crashing into a tree in Sidcup.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:23:54 +0100Met Police officer who fatally shot Chris Kaba suspended
The firearms officer who fatally shot Chris Kaba in south London a week ago has been suspended from duty, the Metropolitan Police said.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100South east London homes with poor energy efficiency ratings
Dozens of homes in south east London have poor energy efficiency ratings, figures show, as campaign groups warn of soaring fuel poverty even with the new Prime Minister's energy plan.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Chopstix Bromley to give free spring rolls portions to first customers
A new Pan-Asian noodle chain is giving 1,000 portions of crispy vegetable spring roll portions away for free during its opening week.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:52:32 +0100Martin Lewis breaks down average energy bill direct debit rates for October
New price guarantees for average direct debit rates have been explained by Martin Lewis
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:50:38 +0100Queen's funeral to be shown on ITV all day as schedule confirmed
All programming on the day of the Queen's funeral will be broadcast simultaneously on the main channel and five digital channels and the ITV Hub
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:48:06 +0100Police say ‘people absolutely have a right to protest’ the monarchy following Queen’s death
Since the proclamation of the new King, Charles III, a few arrests have been made as protestors speak out against the monarchy.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:48:56 +0100Asda 'do not eat' warning and recall due to potential health risk
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned anyone with a nut allergy not to eat the product
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:24:36 +0100Prince Harry banned from military uniform at Queen's funeral despite Andrew rule change
It is likely to be a bitter blow for ex-soldier Harry, who is proud of his decade in the forces.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:49:27 +0100Bexleyheath Broadway fire: Recap
Firefighters have flocked to a blaze in Bexleyheath Broadway this afternoon.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:45:42 +0100Dartford Crossing A282 closures after crash: Recap
Lane 1 of (4) is closed on the A282 south J1A-J1B near Dartford following a multiple vehicle crash.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:00:55 +0100National Anthem began viral organist duet with London railway guard
The duet happened at London Bridge station on Sunday
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:54:40 +0100What is lying in state? How and when to visit the Queen’s coffin following her passing
When you can pay your respects to the Queen as she lies in state this week.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:12:52 +0100Queen's funeral bank holiday explained - will I get a day off?
King Charles III approved a bank holiday to take place for the Queen’s funeral as he was proclaimed King on Saturday
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:49:29 +0100Harrow woman arrives to see Queen lying in state two days early
Vanessa Nathakumaran arrived two days before the queue will be set up to see the Queen lying in state
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 17:53:26 +0100Rise in motorbike thefts sparks police warning
A notable increase in thefts of motorcycles and mopeds has been recorded by police in Hertfordshire.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 17:34:11 +0100Haringey cost-of-living fightback network launches
Over 200 people who “have had enough” of the cost-of-living crisis launched a new network to “fight against the devastation”.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 17:12:17 +0100Putney woman pays respects to Queen at Buckingham Palace
Well-wishers from as far away as Canada and the United Arab Emirates travelled to Buckingham Palace to pay their respects to the late Queen on the fourth day of mourning.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:59:58 +0100Bexleyheath Broadway fire: Cause under investigation
The cause of a fire which damaged the electrical room of a shop is being investigated.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:02:42 +0100Chipping Barnet MP Theresa Villiers recalls meeting Queen
An MP and former minister has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth's sometimes "unnervingly frank" comments and "mischievous sense of humour".
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:55:54 +0100Loughton holds King Charles III proclamation ceremony
Over a hundred people attended a proclamation ceremony for King Charles III.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:31:54 +0100Met Police praises officers for not complaining over 12-hour shifts due to Queen's death
Police officers have had to deal with increased security measures since the Queen passed away
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:17:12 +0100London hotel prices soar ahead of the Queen’s funeral
People planning to visit London for the Queen’s funeral face soaring hotel bills.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:49:20 +0100Missing Bedford girl believed to have travelled to Greenwich
A 14-year-old who was last seen in Bedford on Friday (September 9) is believed to have travelled to Greenwich.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:07:32 +0100No.10 tells Londoners to 'change their working patterns' after Queen's death
As the nation mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, the period of mourning officially begins across the nation.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:00:29 +0100National minute's silence to take place to remember Queen Elizabeth II on Sunday
The gesture is another way to allow people to remember the life of Queen Elizabeth II
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:52:32 +0100Man, 28, arrested after rape in Beckenham
A 28-year-old man has been arrested after a woman was raped in her own flat in Beckenham.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:14:57 +0100Stockwell and Putney football coach jailed for sexual assaults
A self-appointed football coach has been jailed after sexually assaulting seven teenage boys.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:57:32 +0100Beckenham: Dog rescued from Hayes Way house fire
Firefighters rescued a dog from a house fire in Beckenham after neighbours called 999 when they heard smoke alarms going off inside the home.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:18:42 +0100When property magnate selling Hampstead mansion for Epping Forest move
It's ten years ago this week since we reported why a multi-millionaire businessman was swapping his Hampstead mansion for Epping Forest.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:11:57 +0100What are King Charles III duties and powers as King?
As the monarch he must remain politically neutral and has ‘an important formal and ceremonial relationship’ with Parliament.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:43:00 +0100When YouTube star Nego True supported Barnardo's foster kids campaign
It's five years ago this week since we reported how an online star had become the face of a new campaign to help children in foster care.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 17:06:12 +0100ENFIELD: local plan petition
Campaigners calling for a new debate on Enfield’s draft Local Plan are confident their petition has gained enough signatures to trigger a debate among councillors.
Sun, 11 Sep 2022 20:20:39 +0100Former Ivy Chimneys Primary School lollipop lady has died
A former Ivy Chimneys Primary School lollipop lady who worked come ‘rain or snow’ has died at the age of 75.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:10:11 +0100New head of Metropolitan Police Sir Mark Rowley starts work
Sir Mark Rowley takes over Commissioner at Scotland Yard after former boss Dame Cressida Dick resigned.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:57:57 +0100Missing Gravesend girl, 15, might have travelled to London
Police are urgently searching for a 15-year-old girl who is missing from Gravesend.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:09:54 +0100Major changes needed to housing system in England
Housing is a major problem of modern society.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:05:08 +0100EFL confirms when football will return amid period of national mourning for the Queen
EFL matches are returning this Tuesday, the football league has announced, after they were temporarily postponed following the news of the Queen’s death.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100The Gym Group could be replacing Sports Direct Eltham store
A planning application has been submitted to Greenwich Council for a new gym in Eltham.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:54:46 +0100Clap for the Queen tonight: Call to take part following Queen's death
The clap for Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday at the age of 96, is scheduled to take place from 7pm today
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:13:54 +0100DWP: When £150 cost of living payment to disability benefit recipients
The DWP confirmed the first of the cost-of-living payments will be paid this month
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:09:09 +0100Will EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale be on after the Queens death?
Following the sad news of the Queen's passing, the nation has begun a state of national mourning.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:58:29 +0100What will happen to the corgis? Prince Andrew and the Duchess of York to look after dogs
At her death, the Queen left behind four dogs: Muick, Candy, Lissy and Sandy.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:51:19 +0100Covid-19 booster jabs: People aged 65 and over urged to book
Bookings can be done online or over the phone as long as the person had their last Covid jab at least three months ago.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:00:50 +0100Prince Harry full statement after Queen Elizabeth II death
Prince Harry spoke about the Queen meeting Meghan Markle, and the first time she met her great grandchildren
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:48:56 +0100Mourners may have to wait 12 hours to see the Queen in Westminster Hall
London rail services and roads will be very busy during the official mourning period.
Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:04:45 +0100Queen Elizabeth II's funeral date confirmed and will be held at Westminster Abbey
The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk has confirmed the news.