A lane is closed in both directions on the M25 between Junctions 24 and 25 while crews assess a significant defect in a concrete barrier. Follow our live updates for the latest traffic and travel information.

South East Water imposes hosepipe ban across Kent, including Maidstone and Canterbury, as high temperatures and record water demand hit 850,000 homes.

A man has died after a police incident on Victoria Embankment, London. Emergency services responded early on 25 June. Road remains closed.

Victoria Embankment is closed both ways near Embankment station and Waterloo Bridge by police today (June 25).

London Transport Museum has announced major plans to transform its Covent Garden home ahead of its 50th anniversary.

Three men charged with murder after fatal stabbing of Kamahl Cameron-Williams in Crystal Palace, south London. Police appeal for information and witnesses.

A man has been shot while a rap music video with Young Adz was being recorded in Lewisham.

London transport faces delays and reduced services on the Elizabeth, Hammersmith & City, and Mildmay lines as extreme heat disrupts rail timetables.

UK heatwave sees Met Office issue rare red warning as temperatures hit 36.1C, breaking June record. Travel disruption, school closures & health alerts across England and Wales.

Some schools across London have announced full or partial closures amid the extreme heat, meaning some pupils will miss classes or be sent home early this week.

A bus has been destroyed in a fire after plumes of smoke could be seen rising from a Westbourne Park bus depot.

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The Churchill Arms in Kensington survived the Blitz and remains one of London's most famous pubs today.

Despite rising prices, several London pubs are still serving pints for less than £5.

Holborn Station became a vital air raid shelter during the Blitz, protecting thousands of Londoners.

Maremma in Brixton has been named London's best restaurant at the Muddy Stilettos Awards.

Funky Chips' Camden branch has received a zero-star food hygiene rating, while its Wembley site scored 2.

TfL data has revealed which London Underground lines become hottest during periods of extreme heat.

Brockwell Lido is set for a major upgrade this summer under new plans from Lambeth Council.

Walnuts Leisure Centre in Orpington is set to re-open next month after delays to its refurbishment.

A Bromley wellness practitioner is taking people underground in a bid to help them combat anxiety – with the setting a series of historic mines beneath the borough.

The mum of a boy who was fatally stabbed in London says she did everything in her power to protect him before the incident.

Tennis fans can watch Wimbledon live at Islington Square while enjoying food markets and entertainment.

From the New Forest to Henley-on-Thames, here are the best heatwave escapes within three hours of London.

Amrutha is the highest-rated Indian restaurant in London, with a nearly perfect score and has been praised for its 'delicious' food on Tripadvisor.

The Lord Southampton in Kentish Town won CAMRA's community local award for its restoration by landlords Aimee Brown and Phil Harrington.

Rebecca Hawkes, from Muswell Hill and oversees operations as head of studios at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood, received the honour from Middlesex University.

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Patients stranded in traffic on the M25 at Godstone have suffered from heat-related illnesses after a serious collision resulted in lane closures during a Red Heat Alert.

A large plume of smoke has been seen rising above the London skyline.

Rail passengers have been advised to only travel if absolutely necessary due to the anticipated extreme heatwave.

Due to extreme heat, ceremonial guard changes have been modified or cancelled in London and Windsor.

Drivers have been urged to avoid the area after a crash on the M25 left a man with serious injuries.

The Northern Line is currently closed in both directions between Morden and Stockwell due to a signalling failure at Balham.

Hampstead Heath stay and play facility The One O'Clock Club and the after school club at the neighbouring adventure playground are temporarily closed due to the heatwave.

Two more officers dismissed over Charing Cross conduct.

British Transport Police seek man after sexual assault on Northern line Tube train. Incident occurred near Tufnell Park station, London, on 23 April.

London Underground and Overground face severe delays and disruption during Wednesday’s heatwave, with 36C temperatures causing speed restrictions and signal failures.

The latest figures have revealed which Bexley schools were the most popular among families for the 2026-27 academic year.

London commuters are going up against the UK's hottest June day on record during peak hour this afternoon.

London Ambulance Service has put more than 400 extra ambulance crews on the road this week as temperatures are forecast to reach the high 30s across the capital.

Slough rapper Ellis Heather has been found guilty of murdering social media star Stephen Morrisson in Epping.

Brent Cross Shopping Centre which opened 50 years ago as London's first American style mall could get a bold new facade if plans are approved.

A man has been airlifted to hospital after a serious crash on the M25, with major delays continuing for drivers.

Man, 18, arrested after alleged stabbing on Ponders End High Street, Enfield. Victim found with stab wounds on Garfield Road. Police investigation ongoing.

A man has been airlifted to hospital after a crash on the M25 at Godstone, causing severe delays for drivers south of London.

A growing memorial has been set up for a young motorcyclist who died in a crash.

Over 1,000 schools in England and Wales face closures amid a rare red heat warning. Calls grow for a legal classroom temperature limit amid extreme heat.

Air pollution continues to cut short thousands of lives each year.