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Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:54:57 +0000
LIVE updates after lorry and car crash near Dartford Crossing with long delays
A car and lorry have crashed on the M25 in Dartford with long traffic delays. Live updates here.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:02:56 +0000
Investigation launched after ‘very intense fire’ destroys shop in south east London
An investigation has been launched into a fire that destroyed a shop in south east London.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:15:16 +0000
Two men arrested over fire on Jewish community ambulances are bailed
Two men arrested after an arson attack on charity ambulances owned by the Jewish community in Golders Green have been released on bail.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:10:00 +0000
End of terrace family home in Clifton Hill, St John's Wood, NW8
End of terrace four-bedroom family home in Clifton Hill, St John's Wood, NW8

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
The pavement channel scheme that could make home EV charging cheaper and safer
Brent Council is trialling flush cable channels in pavements to help residents without driveways charge electric vehicles safely at home.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Spring staples faves from the M&S 'Love That' collection
Is your wardrobe in need of a spring style update? It’s time to head to M&S.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
GP surgery praised for 'kindness' and 'person-centred care' in first inspection
Ashton Gardens Surgery in Chadwell Heath has been praised for its "strong learning culture" and "person-centred care".

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:47:00 +0000
7 best London playgrounds with cafés where parents can grab great coffee
Discover seven of the best London playgrounds where kids can play while parents enjoy quality coffee, from South Bank to Battersea and Olympic Park.

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:24:05 +0000
An attempt to break the world record for the longest tiramisu is happening in London
An attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest tiramisu will take place in London next month.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Once again events halfway around the world are having an impact on our lives'
Sutton and Cheam MP Luke Taylor address energy issues and the Iran War in his latest column.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London Marathon 2026 - start times, locations, route and meeting points
The London Marathon 2026 takes place on April 26. Here’s the route, start times, key landmarks and everything runners and spectators need to know.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sutton Morrisons - timeline from store closure to signage removal
The Morrisons supermarket in Sutton High Street has now been closed for more than 20 months after what was first described as a short maintenance shutdown. We go through the full timeline of what has happened to the store.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Standing up for motorists and protecting our green belt
Gareth Bacon MP has warned that planned fuel duty increases could place added pressure on motorists and businesses.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everything you need to know about the SL10 Superloop bus
The first of the new Superloop routes, launched in November 2023 - here is everything you need to know about the SL10 bus, from stops to fares.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The East London pub with rich history that's back on the market
The former Red House pub in Plaistow is up for lease, offering a major opportunity for a new bar or restaurant in East London.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 'lovely' London bakery that 'never disappoints' named among the best in the UK
Arôme Bakery has been described as "lovely" and was recently named among the best in the UK. Find out why.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Heathrow Airport named as world's best for shopping
Heathrow has been named the world’s best airport for shopping in the 2026 Skytrax awards, based on global passenger feedback.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Much-loved open space gets official protection as village green
Havering Well Garden in Romford has been officially designated a village green, securing long‑term protection for the community space.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London schools to expand nurseries to help reduce cost of childcare
34 London schools will get funding to open or grow nurseries as part of a £45m national rollout, cutting childcare costs and easing the strain on working parents.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hither Green businesses explain how 'village feel' helps them thrive
Hither Green independent businesses have shared what is helping them "to fly".

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Premium UK chocolate brand found in Pret a Manager and Harrods enters administration
Premium UK chocolate company brand Marasu’s Petit Fours is at risk of closing after entering administration.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:29:31 +0000
Two men arrested after ambulances torched in London hate crime
Two men arrested after arson attack on Hatzola ambulances in Golders Green, north London. Police investigate incident targeting Jewish emergency service.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:44:46 +0000
Child rescued by firefighters after blaze rips through Bermondsey shop
A child has been rescued from a third-floor flat after a shop fire broke out in Bermondsey.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:24:28 +0000
RECAP after 60 firefighters tackle shop fire with flats above in Bermondsey
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters are at the scene of a fire on Southwark Park Road.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Jewish Community Centre insists it will stay open
North London Jewish Community Centre JW3 says it will stay open despite recent arrests of individuals suspected of surveillance of it and other Jewish sites.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:36:56 +0000
Surrey taxi driver who filmed himself raping passenger given longer prison sentence
A taxi driver from Surrey who filmed himself repeatedly raping a vulnerable passenger across five years has had his sentence increased.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:20:00 +0000
I tried KFC’s limited-edition pickle Pepsi so you don’t have to
KFC’s Pickle Mania menu has landed in London. We tried the burger, fries, frickles and viral Pickle Pepsi—here’s what’s worth it.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:19:00 +0000
Golf Course WILL be sold to developer ahead of 1,250 home project
A Barking and Dagenham Council meeting has confirmed Crowlands Heath Golf Course will be sold to Homes4Life ahead of a 1,250 home project.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:16:10 +0000
3 Tube lines hit by trespassers causing major evening disruption
Major disruption on London Underground: Central, District and Piccadilly lines face severe delays and suspensions due to trespassers and points failure.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:17:32 +0000
RECAP after trespassers reported on THREE underground lines this rush hour
There are currently severe delays on Central, District, and Piccadilly lines due to trespassers and track issues.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:07:56 +0000
London council tax 2026 rises - how much you will pay in your borough
Council tax bills are rising across London for 2026/27. See the full breakdown of increases by borough and what residents will pay.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
The Paddington themed afternoon tea tour on a double decker Routemaster bus
A Paddington-themed afternoon tea is running through the streets of London on a double-decker Routemaster bus.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
New £4.49 coach routes from London launch in time for Easter travel
FlixBus is launching new coach routes from London to cities across the UK, with fares starting from £4.49 ahead of Easter.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:56:49 +0000
‘Cheeky’ toddler who died at hands of Bexley mum and ex pictured for first time
A boy who died at the hands of his Bexley mother and her ex-boyfriend from Thamesmead has been pictured for the first time.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:28:53 +0000
Bexley mum and ex-boyfriend found guilty over death of boy, 4, pictured
A Bexley mother and her ex-boyfriend have been pictured following their convictions over the death of her young son, who suffered months of abuse.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:06:07 +0000
5 Tube lines disrupted during evening rush hour — what you need to know
London Underground disruption: Central, Circle, District, Elizabeth and Northern lines face delays and part suspensions.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
The top 10 secondary schools in Croydon revealed according to School Guide
The top 10 secondary schools in Croydon have been revealed based on ratings from School Guide.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:54:08 +0000
'Abusive' brother locked up indefinitely after stabbing 'caring' sister 40 times
A man has been locked up indefinitely for stabbing his sister 40 times in south east London. 

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:42:53 +0000
Hackney bakery named among 50 best in UK
Hackney's E5 Bakehouse has once again been listed in The Good Food Guide's 50 best bakeries in the UK.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0000
London's outdoor dining scene set for huge boost in time for World Cup
London's outdoor dining scene and hospitality sectors are set for a £400k boost from the Summer Streets fund

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:31:59 +0000
Leader slams 'despicable' attack on Jewish ambulance charity
Islington Council leader Cllr Una O’Halloran has condemned a “despicable” antisemitic arson attack on a Jewish ambulance charity in Barnet.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:26:49 +0000
Boy, 10, in 'serious' condition after being hit by van outside primary school
A 10-year-old boy is in a serious condition in hospital after being hit by van outside a primary school.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:24:21 +0000
Delays and cancellations on Southeastern services as line blocked
Southeastern trains disrupted at Eltham due to tree on line; Dartford-bound services cancelled or delayed.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:23:33 +0000
Hundreds of trees planted in park
Environmental campaigners, local residents and a mosque community planted 250 trees in Morden Park.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:22:01 +0000
CCTV issued after woman sexually assaulted in lift at busy Tube station
Police have released CCTV after a woman was sexually assaulted in a lift at Elephant and Castle Underground station.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:20:13 +0000
Bexley man targeted homes to steal keys and drive off in victims’ cars
A man from Bexley who targeted homes to steal car keys and drive off in victims’ vehicles is among two burglars jailed.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:13:42 +0000
Man left unconscious after being attacked outside pub on busy road
A man was left unconscious after being attacked outside a pub on a busy road.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:58:42 +0000
SWR trains brought to a halt as obstruction blocks line causing major delays
Train delays between Vauxhall and Queenstown Road Battersea as South Western Railway faces major disruption due to an obstruction. Check revised timetables.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:42:32 +0000
NHS doctor encouraged human butcher roommate who chopped off limbs in basement
Dr Baraa Almasri lived with Marius Gustavson in London whilst he was carrying out illegal amputations on men as young as 16.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:34:45 +0000
Person rushed to hospital after incident on the London Underground line
A person was taken to hospital after a casualty on the tracks at Moorgate Underground station. Northern Line services faced delays; incident not suspicious.

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