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Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:22:48 +0000
London Mayor TV debate criticised for excluding candidates
A televised debate on the London mayoral election has been criticised for failing to include all the candidates in the race.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Brent councillors concern at US company GP surgery takeover
Concerns remain around the details of the takeover of two Brent GP surgeries by an American company.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:50:38 +0000
Brent Council task group to assess borough’s GP services
A task group will be set up to assess the state of GP services in Brent in response to the changing face of healthcare in the borough.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:26:51 +0000
Sian Berry launches Mayor of London election campaign
Sian Berry has today (March 25) officially launched her campaign to become Mayor of London with a promise to “stand alongside millions of renters”.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 10:02:01 +0000
Santander to shut branches in Rickmansworth, North London and East London
Santander has confirmed that 111 of its bank branches will permanently close in the UK, following an uptake of online banking.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Are claims of a 'London exodus' exaggerated?
Experts have questioned a series of reports warning of an exodus from London.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:19:35 +0000
'Breathalyser’ that stops you drink-driving could be fitted to cars in UK
The 'alcolock' would be connected to the vehicle ignition system to prevent it from starting if the driver is over the limit.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:45:43 +0000
Man jailed after trying to attack police officers at Harrow
A man who tried to headbutt a police officer and kick other officers has been jailed.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:43:56 +0000
Lowest hygiene rated chicken shops in Harrow
Four wings, one piece of chicken and chips. Everyone’s favourite greasy remedy to a heavy night out – not that we have had many of those recently.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Temporary traffic management measures proposed in Harrow roads
Temporary traffic management restrictions are set to be imposed for at least a month in a section of Harrow-on-the-Hill High Street.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:55:06 +0000
Change in approach to Harrow Covid-19 vaccination programme
Two large Covid-19 vaccination sites in Harrow will close next month as part of a change in approach to the delivery of the programme.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:04:05 +0000
Buntings Garage in Harrow will close its doors after 93 years
One of Harrow’s oldest businesses will close its doors after operating for 93 years.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:34:00 +0000
Ruislip Lido to be monitored after social distancing chaos last year
Ruislip Lido will be under various restrictions to clamp down on overcrowding and prevent social distancing chaos seen during the first lockdown.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:09:27 +0000
Harrow Council notes impact of Covid-19 on adult social care
Adult social care services in Harrow can expect “more challenges” ahead as part of the wider recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, council officers said.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Londoners hit hardest by unemployment as rate set to rise
Londoners have been hit hardest by the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, with unemployment predicted to rise.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:41:26 +0000
Planned bus strikes affecting Barnet, Watford and Harrow called off
Bus strikes that were planned to disrupt several routes this week have been called off.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:04:41 +0000
London marks anniversary of first national lockdown
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan today marked the anniversary of the first national lockdown by planting the final two trees in the London Blossom Garden.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:23:26 +0000
Covid-19 tests for South African variant in Harrow continue
Pop-up testing will continue in Harrow as part of measures to contain the South African variant of Covid-19 found in the borough.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:21:19 +0000
Harrow Council extends LTN consultation after website issues
A consultation on road closures that seek to encourage cycling and walking in Harrow has been extended due to “technical problems”.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 13:08:29 +0000
Kingsbury HSBC branch to close for good
The HSBC branch in Kingsbury is closing down for good, with customers advised to relocate to a new local branch.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:06:26 +0000
Calls grow for cladding taskforce to tackle crisis
The Mayor of London has been urged to set up a taskforce to tackle the cladding crisis in London as thousands remain trapped in unsafe homes.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan on course for historic victory as election looms
Sadiq Khan could be on course for a historic victory in the London Mayoral election with just 45 days to go until polls open.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Harrow Council passes school holiday scheme to voluntary YHF
School holiday activities and food packages for disadvantaged children in Harrow will be delivered by a voluntary organisation and not Harrow Council this year.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:02:46 +0000
Harrow Council leader dismisses Conservatives’ call for SPDs
Repeated calls for the introduction of specialist planning measures to block high-rise buildings in parts of Harrow have been rebuffed.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:01:29 +0000
Sadiq Khan launches £6 million plan to prevent economic hit
Up to 114,000 jobs could be at risk in central London by 2023 despite a “best-case scenario” economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new study.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:10:00 +0000
Man headbutted a teenage girl inside a car in Bushey
A man who headbutted and punched a teenage girl in Bushey has been sentenced to nearly two years.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:12:22 +0000
Boris Johnson 'under no illusions' third Covid wave heading to UK
Boris Johnson said people should be "under no illusions" a third coronavirus wave is heading to the UK.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:56:14 +0000
All adults could be asked to test themselves twice a week for Covid
More regular testing is regarded as a key to avoiding further national lockdowns.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 13:32:30 +0000
Three arrested in Edgware after £15k worth of cannabis plants found
Cannabis plants worth around £15,000 were found at a property in Edgware.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:36:24 +0000
Hospital trust chief calls Mount Vernon Cancer Centre a 'total dump'
The NHS is so underfunded that Mount Vernon Cancer Centre has been on the verge of its roof collapsing, a hospital trust chief has said.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Harrow Council agrees to sell off unwanted properties
Senior councillors in Harrow approved plans to sell off a number of council-owned properties in the borough to help boost its finances.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Netflix reveals a quick new way to search for films
Netflix have released a new way to search for movies quickly.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, March 21?
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, March 21 2021.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Here's why you can’t choose which Covid vaccine you get
Here are the reasons why you are unable to choose which coronavirus vaccine you are given.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000
De Havilland Mosquito's widespread links with London and South East
A charity aiming to build the first airworthy De Havilland Mosquito in the UK for more than 70 years wants to hear from people that have connections to the marque or might have stories to recall from family members of their involvement in building...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Many Londoners unable to access fire risk assessments
The majority of Londoners are not able to access fire risk assessments for their homes, a new study has found.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
New heating pumps to be installed in Harrow sheltered housing
New heating systems will be installed at three sheltered housing sites in Harrow as part of a council plan to help tackle climate change and reduce fuel poverty.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Earlier lockdown could have prevented London bus driver deaths
An earlier national lockdown at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic could have prevented the deaths of London bus drivers, a new report has found.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:14:00 +0000
Harrow Council approves nine-person Marlborough Hill HMO
A family home in Harrow will be converted into a shared house for up to nine people – despite objections from Conservative councillors.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:14:45 +0000
TfL emergency funding extended until May
The Government’s emergency funding deal for TfL will be extended until mid-May, the Transport Secretary has revealed.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:36:06 +0000
Households could face £1000 fine for failing to do Census
The Money Saving Expert warns every household in England and Wales that they face a £1000

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:26:31 +0000
Fewer trains at Bushey and Harrow & Wealdstone in March
Fewer trains will be stopping at both Bushey station and Harrow & Wealdstone as major upgrades take place.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Harrow Council approves 149 homes at town centre Halfords
A housing development that will provide 149 “affordable” one-bed flats in Harrow town centre was approved by councillors, despite concerns it will have a negative impact on those living nearby.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan says don't rule out cashless Tube stations
Cash payments may not be accepted at Tube stations in the future as Mayor of London Sadiq Khan refuses to rule out withdrawing the option.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:00:33 +0000
Harrow Council refuses plans for new West Harrow aparthotel
Plans for a new 129-room hotel on the site of a former car park were resoundingly rejected by councillors on the basis it would “dominate” the area’s skyline.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
What the shopping experience is like at Amazon Fresh in Wembley
Shopping has never been more convenient, as the new Amazon Fresh store in Wembley feels like stepping into the future.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Harrow Council to approve senior directors’ £6,000 pay rise
A pair of senior managers at Harrow Council are set to receive pay rises of six per cent after their roles and responsibilities were “re-evaluated”.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
London Mayor election to use first past the post from 2024
Future London Mayoral elections will be decided by the first past the post (FPTP) voting system under new plans revealed by Priti Patel.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Harrow Civic Centre to be lit up orange for Sarah Everard
Harrow Civic Centre will be bathed in orange this evening (Wednesday, March 17) in solidarity with the campaign against gender-based violence following the death of Sarah Everard.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Harrow and Brent see drop in overall Covid-19 cases in March
Covid-19 cases are approaching zero in some parts of Harrow and Brent as total numbers in both boroughs continue to drop.



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