Harrow Times
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:45:00 +0000Harrow Council to increase parking permit costs from April
Motorists will have to pay more for residents parking permits in Harrow from April 1.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000Bailey and Khan clash over £70 million job scheme
Shaun Bailey has clashed with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan following claims that a £70 million project has only delivered 109 jobs since 2017.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:23:26 +0000Brent Council to display Wembley sporting murals in March
Tiled murals showing scenes of sporting glories at Wembley will be back on display for two-and-a-half weeks in in March.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:39:40 +0000Violent crime 'not on the up', says Met Commissioner
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick has said that violent crime in London is “not on the up” despite recent high-profile incidents.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:02:00 +0000Brent councillors reject pay rise over public sector freezes
Councillors in Brent rejected a proposed increase to their yearly allowance in response to widespread public sector pay freezes.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:49:15 +0000Prosthetics expert in need of new arm after cycling accident
A prosthetics expert who was left with one arm after a horror cycling accident is trying to get a pioneering new limb to carry on helping other amputees.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000London falling behind on housing targets for older people
London is not doing enough to meet the housing needs of older people, a new report from a leading think-tank has found.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000What London bus routes are affected by the TFL strikes?
London bus passengers are facing disruption this week because of a strike by drivers.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 15:12:38 +0000Brent Council approves council tax hike in 2021/22 budget
Councillors in Brent agreed a 4.99 per cent council tax increase and cuts of £1.6 million as it confirmed its “most difficult budget in its 50-year history”.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:08:11 +0000Brent Council rejects Tory and Lib Dem budget plans 2021/22
Opposition councillors’ proposals to reduce council tax in Brent were rejected on the basis it would “put a strain” on future finances.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:46:52 +0000London Fire Brigade chief addresses bullying after inquest
The head of London Fire Brigade has spoken out against bullying after an inquest heard how a "singled out" young black firefighter tragically took his own life.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000'Five dead' as popular chicken products urgently recalled in UK
The presence of salmonella make these products a health risk and customers are advised to return the product.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 15:30:00 +0000Matt Hancock and Piers Morgan rage during fiery GMB clash
Tensions were high on Good Morning Britain as Piers Morgan and Matt Hancock clashed on Tuesday morning's show.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:41:48 +0000Covid: Boris Johnson reveals road-map out of lockdown
All schools in England will reopen on March 8.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:13:00 +0000Recap as Boris Johnson sets the way out of lockdown
Stay with us throughout the day for updates as Boris Johnson sets out his road map out of lockdown for England.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:34:30 +0000Lockdown Roadmap: Sadiq Khan says 'this must be the final lockdown'
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has welcomed the Government’s roadmap to the gradual easing of restrictions but has stressed “this must be the final lockdown”.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:10:36 +0000Harrow Council bids for £4 million worth of energy grants
Almost £4 million could be spent on making schools and public buildings in Harrow more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 14:35:45 +0000High Court finds 2020 Barnhill by-election called correctly
Calls for an investigation into a narrow Brent Council by-election victory by the defeated candidates were dismissed by the High Court.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:29:11 +0000Calls grow for London to influence Government roadmap
As Boris Johnson prepares to set out his roadmap for the national easing of lockdown restrictions, London’s business leaders have identified how they want to see the capital emerge.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 11:48:57 +0000Police searching for missing Watford teenager
Police are searching for a teenager who has been missing for nearly a week.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 07:37:42 +0000Bus drivers across Barnet and Harrow to strike today and on March 3
Bus passengers face disruption this week because of a strike by drivers in disputes over pay and conditions.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:18:28 +0000TfL: New Oyster card change coming next month in London
Transport for London's drive for contactless travel has led to a small change in Oyster cards coming next month.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 23:06:01 +0000First stage in roadmap out of lockdown revealed
All schools in England will be told to reopen to all pupils on March 8 as part of the Prime Minister’s roadmap of easing lockdown restrictions.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:23:40 +0000Police share CCTV appeals of Preston Road stabbing
Police are hoping to trace the owners of a burn out car connected to the murder of a teenager who was stabbed.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:25:35 +0000All adults to be offered coronavirus vaccine by end of July
All adults are now targeted to be offered coronavirus vaccines by the end of July – but the health secretary still insists the Government must take a “cautious” approach to easing restrictions.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Elstree 1971: Blood from the Mummy's Tomb and On the Buses
This week, fellow travellers, I turn the clock back to 1971. Where have those 50 years gone? There have certainly been some changes. Can you believe it was still legal then for pubs to refuse to serve a woman on her own.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Martin Lewis reveals how much you should be paying into your pension each year
There are several pension plans that you can choose from, including state pension and private workplace pensions.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 11:38:31 +0000Hairdressers in England ‘could stay shut until April’
Hairdressers may remain shut until April, according to reports, as the government prepares to publish its roadmap out of lockdown restrictions.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000This is how you can get paid to watch sport and eat takeaways
Alongside getting to review televised sporting events and takeaways, you will also receive a 70” Ultra HD 4K TV and £500 cash.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 11:30:00 +0000What could Boris Johnson's 'road map' look like? - plans for pubs, schools and non-essential shops
Boris Johnson has called for patience ahead of announcing plans to lift lockdown saying “we want progress to be cautious but also irreversible.”
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000Aldi and Lidl reveal the best deals coming this weekend
Aldi and Lidl have revealed a range of new products being made available this weekend.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Harrow Council planning to continue with virtual site visits
Site visits from councillors deciding on planning applications in Harrow will only resume “once restrictions have eased”.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:34:24 +0000TfL reveal London bus routes affected by driver strike
Transport for London said it is expecting major disruption next week as bus drivers go on strike.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:38:00 +0000Police called to Pinner Road after reports of man armed with knives
A man has been arrested after police were called to reports of a person in possession of multiple knives at a major junction.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:10:56 +0000Lack of safety measures revealed following Eden Park inquest
At least 79 London train stations have platforms that are dangerous to blind or partially-sighted people, a Freedom of Information request has revealed.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:07:49 +0000Boy, 16, dies after stabbing in Preston Road near Wembley
A 16-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in north-west London.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:03:23 +0000Covid-19: Every London borough coronavirus infection rate
Coronavirus infection rates continue to fall across London and are way below the level they were at when the second national lockdown ended.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:43:59 +0000Uber: Supreme Court ruling 'will have consequences' for London
The Supreme Court’s decision to class Uber drivers as workers “will have consequences” for the private hire sector in London, according to the London Assembly.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:44:32 +0000UK weather: Met Office say temperatures to soar this weekend
Temperatures are set to soar in some parts of the UK this weekend – with possible highs of 17C.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 10:34:10 +0000When will non-essential shops reopen in England? - What we know so far
Online retailers have bought brands with plans to move business online suggesting the pandemic has had an irreversible impact on UK retail.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 09:52:44 +0000When will pubs reopen in England? - what Boris Johnson has said
Boris Johnson hinted at when the hospitality sector will reopen ahead of detailing plans to gradually ease lockdown.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Covid vaccine calculator shows when you'll get jab
Millions of people across the UK have been given their first Covid vaccine - but when will you get your jab?
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Harrow Council approves flat plans in Wealdstone high street
A high street landmark will be made three storeys taller to accommodate dozens of new flats.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000GLA Budget 2021-22: What is new in Sadiq Khan's final draft?
The Mayor of London has found an extra £182.8 million of income in his final draft GLA budget for the coming year.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000Harrow Council rejects plans for new Hatch End nursery
Plans for a new nursery on the site of a former nursing home were rejected over “unrealistic” claims three-quarters of visitors would travel by foot.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:39:02 +0000Barchester care homes considers future for staff refusing Covid vaccine
A major UK care home provider has said it is considering whether staff who have refused a vaccine for non-medical reasons can continue in roles where they are in contact with residents.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:35:44 +0000Willesden man jailed for drug and knife offences
A man has been jailed after he was found possessing knives, drugs and over £3,000 in cash.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:02:27 +0000Covid-19 vaccine myths – fertility, microchips, DNA and pork
Councils are appealing for people to make “informed decisions” on the Covid-19 vaccine as it tries to bust myths associated with the jab.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Sadiq Khan announces £5 million plan to aid economic recovery
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to launch a £5 million post-Covid tourism drive to aid London’s recovery from the pandemic once it is safe to reopen.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:29:24 +0000Met Police detective dies after Covid-19 diagnosis
A specialist financial investigator who had a police career spanning nearly three decades has died after being diagnosed with Covid-19.