This Is Local London

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Sutton stations with the most train delays revealed
Sutton Common has been named the worst-performing train station in Sutton, according to the latest data.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100
New King Alfred head Stephen Campbell on why Hampstead ‘already feels like home’
Stephen Campbell, the newly appointed Head of The King Alfred School, says he has ‘long admired’ the progressive Hampstead school and that helping young people “write their own stories” will be at the heart of his leadership.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:52:37 +0100
Man rushed to hospital after high street stabbing - what we know so far
Old Church Road, Chingford, closed after stabbing incident on 8 July 2026. Three arrests made; police and ambulance attended. MP Iain Duncan Smith responds.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:27:31 +0100
Person rushed to hospital after stabbing attended by air ambulance
A person was rushed to hospital following reports of a stabbing.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:00:30 +0100
RECAP updates as major crash closes road near Heathrow Airport
A crash has closed the A315 Staines Road near Heathrow Airport, causing long queues and disruption in both directions. Follow our live updates for the latest traffic information.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:40:13 +0100
E-fit of man wanted for stalking and attack on woman near London home
Metropolitan Police release e-fit of Islington stalking suspect after attacks near Hornsey Road. Public urged to help ID man in Stone Island jacket. Call 101.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Discover the spectacular landmark tucked away in London's Battersea Park
The London Peace Pagoda in Battersea Park is a spectacular attraction with a rich history.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:31:11 +0100
'Serious incident involving knife' closes road for several hours
An MP has issued a statement following a "serious incident" which closed a road for several hours.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:28:26 +0100
LIVE updates as long delays and congestion due to crash on M25
There are long delays on the M25 following a crash.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:58:00 +0100
Refurbished five bedroom house in Onslow Gardens, Muswell Hill N10
Onslow Gardens, Muswell Hill, N10

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Save £750pp on 11-day Cologne, Rhine Gorge and medieval Germany cruise
Riviera Travel’s Deal of the Week: Experience some of the world’s most inspiring scenery and save up to £750pp on Riviera Travel’s 11-day – Cologne, the Rhine Gorge and Medieval Germany river cruise, departing 30th September 2026.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The unique east London Tube station inspired by Moscow's grand undergrounds
Gants Hill Tube station was inspired by Moscow's famous Metro and remains one of London's most architecturally impressive Underground stations.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This London school is famed for strict rules and outstanding GCSE results
Michaela Community School in Wembley has gained a reputation as Britain's strictest school while producing some of England's best GCSE results.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for 1,500 homes and 30,000 jobs in major regeneration area
Plans are beginning to take shape for a major new masterplan

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Harrow woman launches stem cell appeal after father diagnosed with cancer
Harrow resident Sunny Andrea is calling for people to join the stem cell register in the hope of finding a lifesaving match for her father.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ofsted hails ‘rigorous’ curriculum as Grasmere Primary secures top rating
Grasmere Primary School, located on Albion Road and part of the LEAP Federation, earned a 'Strong Standard' rating.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New all day Italian restaurant opens on site used as Bridget Jones film location
Luna is an all day Italian located in Steele's Village at one of the Hampstead filming locations in Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The legendary London nightclubs that are some of the oldest and still open today
From glamorous Mayfair members' clubs to legendary Soho music venues, some of London's oldest nightclubs are still welcoming revellers decades after first opening their doors.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London pubs everyone will be heading to during this week's heatwave
With temperatures set to soar across the capital, London's riverside pubs, beer gardens and historic boozers have been named as the best places to enjoy a pint in the summer sunshine.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This London venue has giant sports screens, street food and summer cocktails
Vinegar Yard near London Bridge is hosting outdoor sports screenings, street food, cocktails and live music events this summer.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two Essex artists make waves in London with 'everyday extraordinary' work
Two Essex artists are making waves in the capital with an exhibition that celebrates the humour and beauty of daily life

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity’s after‑school club delivers free tutoring and hot meals
Akshaya Patra UK's Empower Hour combines targeted tuition with nutritious meals and now operates at Cedars Manor School in Harrow.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Freemasons to abseil down London HQ for charity appeal
Members of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Middlesex will abseil down the iconic Freemasons’ Hall in London on Saturday, August 8.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Long-abandoned south London pub could become Lidl supermarket
The former Princess Alice pub in Thamesmead has been sold to Lidl, raising hopes the long-vacant site will finally be redeveloped.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:10:10 +0100
Keir Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup (Do you agree?)
Sir Keir Starmer has hinted that there could be a bank holiday in England if the national team win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 'superb' south east London school where children 'thrive in all aspects of life'
The headteacher of a Dulwich secondary school has praised its “incredibly proud” school community after an Ofsted inspection awarded the school two of the watchdog’s highest possible ratings.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woolwich residents and businesses fear being 'kicked out' by major redevelopment
Residents and businesses in Woolwich say they are fearing for their future after their estates appeared in a development masterplan.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon Council in court over closure of face to face homelessness services
A Croydon resident has won the right to challenge the council in court over its decision to close a walk-in service for people seeking homelessness support.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Lewisham to launch residents housing and debt support service - how can you get help?
Lewisham Council has taken a significant step towards creating a new borough-wide advice service designed to help residents dealing with issues such as housing insecurity, debt and the rising cost of living.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What’s happening with the delayed nine-court padel club in Croydon?
Digital: What’s happening with the delayed nine-court padel club in Croydon?

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘Incredibly special’: Nepalese restaurant in Chislehurst hailed one of UK's best
A Chislehurst family-run restaurant has been named among the UK's very best at this year's British Curry Championship.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:08:26 +0100
Person taken to hospital after 'loud bang' heard in Catford
A person was taken to hospital after people in Catford reported hearing a loud bang near Rushey Green.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:53:50 +0100
Crowds drawn as traffic brought to standstill by incident
Traffic was brought to a standstill outside a London Underground station following a crash.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:12:24 +0100
Everything we know after early morning chemical scare at Beckenham leisure centre
An early morning chemical scare this morning after a leisure centre in Beckenham was evacuated – this is everything we know.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:11:25 +0100
Recap - updates as police incident closes road near cemetery
Old Church Road, A112 in Chingford is closed both ways due to a police incident.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:23:09 +0100
Property developer, husband and son died falling from high-rise onto another building
A real estate property developer died after falling from a high-rise block of flats in south London along with her husband and their nine-year-old son, an inquest has heard.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:14:00 +0100
The 'long established' family cafe for sale in Dagenham with an uncertain future
The future is uncertain for Eastbrook Cafe and Restaurant in Rainham Road South, Dagenham, according to a staff member, as it is up for sale.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:06:22 +0100
Youths detained by armed police on Elizabeth Line after knifepoint robbery
British Transport Police detained youths at Liverpool Street station after reports of a knifepoint robbery. Searches on the Elizabeth Line found nothing.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:01:00 +0100
Boy, 13, 'caught with samurai sword and instructions on how to steal moped'
A boy is set to appear in court accused of carrying a samurai sword and instructions on how to steal a moped.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
How £20m could transform a Bexley town's transport, schools and public spaces
A plan aims to tackle deprivation and inequality in Slade Green.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Shuttered Belsize Park pub reveals it's 'opening soon' with new name and concept
The Haverstock Tavern in Belsize Park which closed in May is set to reopen as The Belsize - 'a north London brasserie'.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:55:12 +0100
Met officer sacked for sharing misogynistic and transphobic content on social media
A Met officer who shared misogynistic and transphobic content on social media has been dismissed.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:45:12 +0100
This London McDonald's now looks completely different after makeover
The Clapham Junction McDonald's has reopened after a major refurbishment featuring a new layout and upgraded technology.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:22:25 +0100
Men allegedly tried to encourage dog to attack officers during Crystal Palace search
Three men have been arrested after allegedly trying to flee from police and trying to encourage a dog to attack officers during a search on Westow Street in Crystal Palace.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:12:04 +0100
King Charles meets officers who responded to the fatal Loondon-bound train crash
King Charles visited the new British Transport Police headquarters in central London and praised officers for their remarkable work.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:06:44 +0100
Police release statement after woman, 36, found dead in east London
A woman, 36, has died after being found unresponsive on Winston Way, Ilford. A118 road closure causes travel disruption; police appeal for information.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Greenwich plans to ban cars outside dozens of schools at pick-up and drop-off times
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is proposing to introduce 'school street' restrictions.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
London Euston passengers to face major disruption as rail strikes hit this weekend
London Northwestern Railway passengers using London Euston are being warned of major disruption due to strike action this weekend.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0100
This 119-year-old part of London's Underground is entering a new era
London's Piccadilly line is getting air-conditioned trains as part of a £3.4 billion TfL upgrade. Here's everything you need to know.

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:44:46 +0100
Police marksman who shot Chris Kaba may avoid misconduct proceedings
Police marksman Martyn Blake may not face misconduct after fatal Chris Kaba shooting in Streatham. IOPC cites new Government regulations on police use of force.

home