Harrow Times
Tue, 12 May 2026 13:28:44 +0100Jess Phillips resigns from Keir Starmer's cabinet after declaring 'Decency is vital'
The senior Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips has resigned from Keir Starmer's cabinet.
Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100New ladies-only gym at Harrow Leisure Centre now open after £1.4m investment
A newly expanded ladies-only gym is now open at Harrow leisure Centre, following a £1.4 million investment in facilities.
Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100London walk to raise funds for prostate cancer passes famous landmarks
A 'March for Men' to raise money to battle prostate cancer will take walkers past many of London’s riverside landmarks on June 13.
Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100London schools can win £4k in nationwide reading competition
TGJones has given London primary schools the chance to win £4,000 worth of books and stationery.
Tue, 12 May 2026 10:56:00 +0100What do we know about Sir Keir Starmer's family wealth? Prime minister under pressure
Sir Keir Starmer has repeatedly claimed he was not born into a life of privilege.
Tue, 12 May 2026 10:15:47 +0100New DVSA rules for driving test bookings come into force today - see what's changed
New rules around driving instructors booking test slots has come into effect from today (May 12). aimed at tackling abuse of the booking system.
Tue, 12 May 2026 09:35:37 +0100First government minister resigns and calls for Starmer to 'do the right thing'
Sir Keir Starmer acknowledged the scale of the setback during a speech in central London on Monday, taking responsibility for the party’s performance.
Mon, 11 May 2026 15:21:45 +0100Man arrested after stabbing in Harrow town centre released on bail
A man arrested after a stabbing in Harrow town centre has been released on bail pending further investigation, police have confirmed.
Mon, 11 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100World's last seagoing paddle steamer to visit the Thames this summer
The World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, the Waverley will visit the Thames Estuary as part of her 80th anniversary season.
Mon, 11 May 2026 12:12:18 +0100Vernon Kay breaks silence on split with Tess Daly after 22 years with new statement
It was Vernon's first public comments since the him and Tess revealed on Friday (May 8) that they were ending their 22-year marriage.
Mon, 11 May 2026 12:07:32 +0100Strictly Come Dancing new hosts 'confirmed' as popular household names
It's been reported that Emma Willis will be one of the new hosts for Strictly Come Dancing.
Mon, 11 May 2026 10:45:00 +0100Holiday hotspot to temporarily ban the sale of alcohol from tomorrow - here's why
The Bahamas is set to temporarily suspend the sale of alcohol on Tuesday (May 12) while the country holds its general election.
Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular Strictly star lands big job just weeks after 'upsetting' exit from BBC show
Strictly Come Dancing pro Karen Hauer has landed her first big role after her 'upsetting' exit from the BBC show.
Mon, 11 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100Beloved BBC character will speak for first time in over 40 years in new short film
BBC Children In Need mascot Pudsey Bear will break his silence in a short film to help raise awareness of children's mental health.
Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Harrow chemist’s shop plans could reshape frontage
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Harrow Council.
Sat, 09 May 2026 07:36:00 +0100Spring sunshine brings people and wildlife together in Epping Forest
From returning wildlife to dedicated volunteers, Caroline Haines reflects on springtime in Epping Forest and what visitors can enjoy.
Sat, 09 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100Free children's poster competition to mark National Walking Month
Children in Harrow are being invited to take part in a free poster-making competition hosted by Beyond School Tuitions on May 16 and May 17.
Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Deaf ambulance worker gives England rugby shirt to mentor in emotional moment
Zoe Cox, a deaf London Ambulance Service medic and international rugby player has presented her prized England rugby shirt to her mentor.
Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'A hideous pile' - London's first high-rise building now lost forever
London's first high-rise building - Queen Anne's Mansions - lasted just 100 years but was widely disliked, including by Queen Victoria. The Lost London book looks back at its history.
Sat, 09 May 2026 18:05:53 +0100Labour MP urges cabinet ministers to 'challenge Keir Starmer by Monday or I will'
MP Catherine West has said that if no one challenges Sir Keir as party leader by Monday, she will attempt to trigger a leadership contest herself.
Fri, 08 May 2026 15:04:10 +0100Major Spanish airport closed with all flights cancelled from London airports
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport will be closed until May 27 - see why and how this will impact British travellers.
Fri, 08 May 2026 14:59:31 +0100E-commerce ‘wizz’ reveals how to make sellable products in 60 seconds
An e-commerce ‘wizz’ creator has gone viral, showing how anyone can make a product idea in under 60 seconds.
Fri, 08 May 2026 14:51:10 +0100Confidence and age are among the top reasons Brits don’t start a business
Confidence and age are among the top reasons Brits don’t start a business – but lack of money is the real stumbling block, according to research.
Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100UK bedding company that supplies Argos and Very enters administration after 150 years
Bedding company Airsprung, based in Trowbridge, has entered administration after more than 150 years, resulting in 71 job losses.
Fri, 08 May 2026 09:47:23 +0100EastEnders character to return to BBC soap after 'heartbreaking' time away
An EastEnders character will return to our screens soon after a short break.
Fri, 08 May 2026 08:21:03 +0100UKHSA issues UK hantavirus update after outbreak on cruise ship
Two confirmed cases of the virus have been reported among UK citizens, and a third suspected case has been identified on Tristan da Cunha.
Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100The best ways to avoid wasting vital medicine
NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board (ICB) is urging patients only to order medicines they need and help reduce waste.
Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:00 +0100Beloved EastEnders character set for emotional new health storyline on BBC soap
Walford favourite Denise Fox, played by Diane Parish, will be diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia as part of a new storyline.
Thu, 07 May 2026 15:35:39 +0100Shoppers rush to M&S as Amelia Dimoldenberg fronts new summer fashion drop
Shoppers rush to M&S as Amelia Dimoldenberg fronts new summer fashion drop, featuring lightweight staples and trend-led pieces designed for everyday wear.
Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:23 +0100Superdry co-founder James Holder sentenced to 8 years in prison for rape of woman
The co-founder of clothing company Superdry has been jailed for eight years after being found guilty of raping a woman in 2022.
Thu, 07 May 2026 14:20:50 +0100The votes are in! The ‘90s was the best time for holidays for nostalgic Brits
The golden age of holidays has been revealed – with Brits naming the nineties as the decade that delivered the most memorable getaways, according to new research.
Thu, 07 May 2026 14:22:20 +0100Exhausted mum blown away as daughter’s ‘nightmare’ sleeping habits vanish on holiday
An exhausted mum was overjoyed after finding an unexpected solution to her daughter’s nightmare sleeping habits – and it’s music to sleep-deprived British parents’ ears.
Thu, 07 May 2026 14:23:32 +0100Woman who couldn’t ride a bike until she was 35 takes on 6,000km world record attempt
Having already conquered the UK challenge of breaking the record for cycling the length of the country and back, the 38-year-old is now deep in training for her world record attempt which begins on 5 June 2026.
Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:37 +0100HMRC £12,570 personal allowance rules explained for 2026 and what it means for you
Millions of UK workers and pensioners are paying more tax as the £12,570 personal allowance stays frozen. Here’s what it means for your income.
Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:00 +0100ITV viewers fume after reality show pulled from primetime slot after only two weeks
Fans have reacted to ITV's decision to pull The Neighbourhood from primetime on ITV1.
Thu, 07 May 2026 12:19:35 +0100TOWIE star Jake Hall found dead in Majorca aged 35
Reality TV star Jake Hall, known for appearing on The Only Way Is Essex, has died at the age of 35, it has been confirmed.
Thu, 07 May 2026 10:45:00 +0100Virgin Atlantic temporarily suspends flights from the UK to these 2 holiday hotspots
Virgin Atlantic has been forced to apologise after suspending flights from the UK to two holiday hotspots - find out where.
Thu, 07 May 2026 10:03:46 +0100Polls open for elections in England, Scotland and Wales - what you need to know
Millions of people are eligible to cast a ballot in the largest set of contests in the UK since the 2024 general election.
Thu, 07 May 2026 10:03:17 +0100Everything you need to know about elections in England, Scotland and Wales in May
Voters in Scotland, Wales and parts of England will go to the polls on Thursday May 7.
Thu, 07 May 2026 08:35:40 +0100Government issues travel update amid flight cancellations and jet fuel fears
Some 120 flights from the UK this month have been cancelled, new figures show, as jet fuel prices surge and fears of shortages grow.
Thu, 07 May 2026 07:28:10 +0100Deliveroo launches brand new service taking a step beyond takeaway delivery
Deliveroo has launched a brand-new restaurant booking option for users.
Thu, 07 May 2026 06:17:42 +0100BBC to host special EastEnders night dedicated to mark stars 20th anniversary
The BBC is hosting a special EastEnders night dedicated to the 20th anniversary of a beloved character.
Wed, 06 May 2026 15:32:35 +0100Northwick Park hospital boss to step down
Pippa Nightingale, chief executive of the London North West University Healthcare (LNWH), which runs Northwick Park hospital, is leaving to take up another role.
Wed, 06 May 2026 15:15:00 +0100Major restaurant chain could 'run out of money' with all 47 stores at risk of closing
Iguanas Holdings Limited, which runs 47 Las Iguanas restaurants across the country, is at risk of falling into administration.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:09:09 +0100Experts issue Ryanair, easyJet and BA cost of baggage fee warning as war continues
Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways may increase charges for oversized bags.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:08:34 +0100Lidl shoppers urged to check app as new rewards scheme launches with 100 free points
Lidl has launched a new points system in its app, giving shoppers free rewards and extra savings on everyday groceries from May.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:07:57 +0100Full list of new Costa Coffee stores opening in Sainsbury's as UK rollout speeds up
Full list of Sainsbury’s stores with Costa Coffee inside, plus new locations opening across the UK in 2026.
Wed, 06 May 2026 10:07:04 +0100Ryanair boss calls for ban on morning pre-flight pints in airports
Being drunk on a plane is a criminal offence and can be punished by a fine of up to £5,000 and two years’ imprisonment
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:15:00 +0100UK health food company with 10,000s of online followers enters administration
Online health food and drink company, Press London Ltd, has entered administration after more than 13 years in business.
Wed, 06 May 2026 06:30:29 +0100Vodafone to take full control of UK mobile operator in huge £4.3bn deal
Vodafone is to take full control of UK mobile operator after CK Hutchison agrees to sell 49% stake.