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Tue, 22 Mar 2022 08:09:04 +0000
London Underground: TFL and London Overground delayed
Check to see the Tube service this morning.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan says Child Q officers should face gross misconduct probe
The Metropolitan Police officers who strip-searched a 15-year-old Black girl at a school in Hackney should be investigated for gross misconduct, Sadiq Khan has said.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Enfield Council risks losing powers as housing targets missed
The number of homes built in Enfield has jumped by 73% year-on-year but remains below targets set by the Government.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Pilot improves Havering and Redbridge blood test speeds
After waits of up to three months during the pandemic, the NHS in north east London is piloting a new service designed to speed up getting a blood test.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dartford SFX artist takes film industry props by storm
A Dartford artist who makes everything from edible severed body parts to human face lamps has been gaining traction in the world of special effects.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
M&S Bromley: Man fined after stealing boxers and vests
A man has been fined £22 in court after stealing nearly £400 worth of boxers and vests from an M&S store in Bromley.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Peabody won't move grieving Southwark woman from collapsing flat
A grieving woman is being forced to cook in her living room because her landlord won’t move her out of her collapsing flat.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:30:46 +0000
Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe image could become most expensive 20th Century artwork
The image of the famous actress and singer is going up for auction in New York

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:11:51 +0000
Hugh Grant responds to Doctor Who rumours
Jodie Whittaker announced she would be hanging up her sonic screwdriver last July.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Soccer Aid 2022: when and where it is, line-up and tickets
Liam Payne, Harry Redknapp, Mo Farah, Usain Bolt and Robbie Wililams will all feature in this year’s Soccer Aid.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:40:23 +0000
Wordle 275 March 21: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 22:04:26 +0000
2022 Festival of Strings- Alana Brown, Newstead Wood School
As a way to celebrate the creativity and dedication of the musicians and tutors at BYMT, the Festival of Strings showcases all the music that has been worked on by the performers over the last term.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:59:11 +0000
Move in date for City Hall replacement The Crystal today
The new City Hall building in east London is finally set to open following months of delays, a source has confirmed.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:20:23 +0000
GLA and some London councils to stop pension investments in Russia
City Hall’s pension fund will no longer be invested in Russia following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, it has been confirmed.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:52:23 +0000
Winter Wonderland
A description of the annual Winter Wonderland event in Hyde Park

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:26:07 +0000
Restaurant may lose licence over unauthorised belly dancing and shisha events
A Persian restaurant is at risk of being stripped of its alcohol and entertainment licence following multiple reports of hosting unauthorised shisha smoking and belly dancing events.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:59:52 +0000
Ukraine appeal: Newsquest's #ThereWithUkraine campaign reaches £10,000 - how to help
All of Newsquest's titles across the UK are united in our efforts to support the people of Ukraine.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:44:08 +0000
Man guilty of Tashawn Watt murder in Sydenham
A man has been found guilty of murder after stabbing a teenager in front of his family in Sydenham.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:45:56 +0000
South east London centres offering Covid booster jab
People over the age of 75 and those who are immunosuppressed have been invited to book the booster, which will be made available to around five million people.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:20:23 +0000
TfL plan to Leyton station upgrade plans moving
Plans for a “desperately needed” upgrade to Leyton station are still moving ahead, despite the uncertain state of Transport for London (TfL) finances.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Epping traders and residents opposed new supermarket plans
It's ten years ago this week since we reported on the increasing concern about plans for a new supermarket in the heart of Epping.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Boy racers disrupted lives of Chingford and Highams Park residents
It's five years ago this week since we reported on the problems being caused at night by boy racers using a retail park.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:50:25 +0000
Meridian Water housing target figures questioned
Only 5,000 homes are likely to be built at Meridian Water over the next 17 years, according to Enfield Council planning chiefs.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:29:39 +0000
Merton Council finances will be impacted by cut ties with Russian gas firm
The decision to cut ties with a Russian gas firm will impact the finances of one South London council, the leader has said.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:03:19 +0000
HG Wells Sutton pub bought for £2million in auction
A Worcester Park pub could be returned to its former glory after it was bought at auction for more than £2million, but some locals hope it won’t become a nuisance.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:28:36 +0000
Ben Whishaw to attend Ukrainian fundraiser at the Southbank Centre
All the money raised from the evening will be donated to help the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:56:39 +0000
Woolwich could be set for a major redevelopment
Woolwich could be set for a major redevelopment – but only if councillors approve plans to grab land from private owners.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:49:35 +0000
Sadiq Khan under renewed pressure over £2 billion Silvertown Tunnel
Sadiq Khan is under renewed pressure over his £2 billion Silvertown Tunnel, which many people fear make London’s environmental woes even worse.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:10:26 +0000
Bexleyheath and Bromley shopping centre bomb threats not linked
Police have said there is nothing to suggest two bomb threats made at different shopping centres in south east London last week are linked.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:00:48 +0000
Met Police officer in court charged with 12 more sex attacks
Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick has appeared in court charged with 12 further sex attacks, taking the total number of charges he faces to 41 against 11 women.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:46:31 +0000
Man escorted out of Falconwood station after train disturbance
A man has been escorted out of a south east London station after a disturbance on a train.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:29:24 +0000
Royal Mail compensates Bromley customer over AirPods delivery blunder
Royal Mail has apologised and compensated one of its Bromley customers after weeks of disputing a blunder over the delivery of some AirPods.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:54:16 +0000
Spurs object to Haringey High Road West estate regeneration
A decision on a major regeneration scheme set to transform Tottenham has been postponed following last-minute opposition from Spurs.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:42:24 +0000
London Weather: The hottest day this week according to Met Office
Temperatures are set to soar this week as the capital hits heights of 18 degrees.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:23:56 +0000
Clapham Junction station: Arrest after daytime assault
A man has been arrested following an assault in broad daylight at Clapham Junction station.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:11:59 +0000
Dartford: 30 tonnes of rubbish catches fire at business
A huge amount of rubbish has caught fire at a business in Dartford.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Greenwich Council prepares for huge Woolwich investment
Greenwich Council is asking locals for feedback to help shape the future of Woolwich town centre.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Moves to set up Friends of Christ Church Green group in Wanstead
On Saturday, March 12 a public meeting was held in Christ Church about the future of the Green in Wanstead and how we can work together to make it better.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:26:12 +0000
London Mayor Sadiq Khan: Government is failing to act on Grenfell recommendations
Mayor Khan has told the Government that the London Fire Brigade has completed 26 of 29 recommendations in the first stage for the public inquiry into Grenfell.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:37:51 +0000
Free career talks for young adults in South London
YOUNG adults are being given the chance to attend free expert-led career talks into a wide range of careers in the financial sector at the end of the month.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:35:09 +0000
Harry Potter star Bonnie Wright shows off wedding ring
Harry Potter star celebrates what she calls the best day of her life – see the stunning poolside rings picture.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:12:00 +0000
Celebrity Ex On The Beach: How to watch and who's in the line-up
The new series will see celebrities find love but it all changes when their exes appear.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:31:57 +0000
Then Barbara Met Alan full cast list and when is it on
The show is written by the writer of Shameless and Skins.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:44:27 +0000
Krispy Kreme set to launch Easter doughnut range in April - See the doughnuts here
Krispy Kreme is set to launch an Easter range of doughnuts. Take a look at the doughnuts here.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:38:15 +0000
New laws for using a mobile phone in the car
Tougher limits are coming in for drivers when using mobile phones at the wheel.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:35:05 +0000
Best Bridgerton-style homes for sale in the UK from Zoopla - See inside them
Here's your chance to live as the Bridgertons do. See the best Bridgerton-style properties on the market in the UK right now.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:33:23 +0000
When do the clocks go forward UK? Exact date clocks change this week
Here is everything you need to know about the UK clock changes in 2022.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:31:44 +0000
Luxury Easter treats to get for this year, including Belgian chocolate eggs
Cartwright & Butler are offering a number of Easter treats including hampers, gift boxes and more

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:30:12 +0000
Mother's Day 2022: Alcohol gift sets for your mum and mother-in-law
Here's a roundup of alcoholic gifts and gift sets for Mother's Day.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:28:01 +0000
Sky reveals new content coming to its channels and NOW in April
Sky has revealed what you can expect to come to its channels and the streaming service NOW for April 2022.



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