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Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
ULEZ Expansion: See the full proposed expansion map
The expansion means that drivers in London will have to pay when driving in the Ultra-Low Emission Zone.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pearl Jam at BST Hyde Park: Everything you need to know
The iconic band is heading to Hyde Park to perform a special show as part of BST Hyde Park.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Income deprivation in south east London amid cost-of-living crisis
London is renowned for its huge gap between poverty and wealth – and people in today’s world are facing a great squeeze on their finances.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Orpington Samaritans worker makes Miss Voluptuous UK final
A Samaritans worker in Orpington will be representing England in the final of Miss Voluptuous UK.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Wireless Festival Finsbury Park: All you need to know from set times to acts
Find all the information you need to know about Wireless Festival at Finsbury Park.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:28:19 +0100
Boris Johnson 'quits' as UK Prime Minister - What happens now?
Boris Johnson has spoken to Tory 1922 Committee chairman Sir Graham Brady and agreed to stand down, a No 10 source said.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:17:42 +0100
Boris Johnson stands down: Reports suggest Prime Minister as resigned - what we know
Mr Johnson finally lost control of power in No 10 following a string of resignations from ministers and aides, according to reports.

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 08:59:37 +0100
Nadhim Zahawi calls for Boris Johnson to resign in damning public statement
Nadhim Zahawi has called for Boris Johnson to resign in a public statement released this morning.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 19:20:27 +0100
Finchley and Golders Green MP resigns from his role
MP for Finchley and Golders Green has announced his resignation, saying the Conservatives have “let down” his constituents and supporters.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:35:22 +0100
Maisonette above shop in Catford damaged by fire
Part of a maisonette above a shop has been damaged by a fire in Catford.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:31:37 +0100
Dartford arrest after drugs and baton found in vehicle
A driver has been arrested in Dartford after he was stopped for not wearing a seatbelt and drugs and a police-style baton were found in his vehicle.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:33:57 +0100
Croydon Council meeting due to approve hike in fees and charges
The cost of everything from weddings to funerals and fishing to street trading is set to rise in Croydon.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:06:48 +0100
Recycling from two Merton roads sent to Beddington incinerator
Recycling from two South London roads was sent to the Beddington incinerator last week.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:14:18 +0100
Lewisham: Elderly man missing since the early hours
An elderly man has been missing from Lewisham since the early hours of this morning.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 15:02:20 +0100
Brentwood and Ongar MP Alex Burghart resigns from minister role
The MP for Brentwood and Ongar is among several ministers to resign from their roles and ask Boris Johnson to “step aside”.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:54:24 +0100
Dartford Central Park: Man suffers head injury in Market Street
A man has been airlifted to hospital after suffering a serious head injury in Dartford Central Park yesterday.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:17:29 +0100
Hunt for man after bus driver racially abused in Eltham
Police are appealing to find a man after a bus driver was racially abused in Eltham.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:10:12 +0100
Leisure centres in Harrow offering free memberships for children in care
Leisure centres in Harrow are offering free memberships to children in care.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:53:42 +0100
Beckenham Junction and Brixton train line to close for works
The railway line between Beckenham Junction and Brixton will be closed for nine days at the end of this month for engineering works.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:59:09 +0100
St Raphael's Lavender Memory Walk raises over £33,000 since launch
St Raphael’s Hospice hosted its third annual Lavender Memory Walk, which how now raised a total of £33,000 for the hospice since its launch.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:45:22 +0100
Artist Jonathan Hutchins has work featuring in Harrow Arts Centre
An artist who estimates he has spent nearly 15,000 hours over the past 20 years drawing is showing his work at Harrow Arts Centre.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:14:30 +0100
Brent Anthem to be performed at 1,500 musician concert
A new Brent anthem will premiere at a huge concert featuring more than 1,000 young  performers and members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:34:38 +0100
Bromley Magistrates’ Court: Motorcyclist fined for speeding
A man from Bromley has landed a hefty fine after speeding at more than 40mph over the limit on his motorbike.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:36:23 +0100
Tower Retail Park Dartford: Criminal damage to vehicles
Criminal damage has been caused to vehicles in a retail park in Dartford.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:30:34 +0100
Missing woman last seen in Lewisham
Police are appealing information about a missing woman.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:49:09 +0100
Suspected gunshots fired at police in Streatham – vehicle found
Police have found a car linked to a suspected shooting at police in Streatham.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:20:21 +0100
Harlow MP Robert Halfon says he lost confidence in Boris Johnson
Harlow’s MP says he has lost confidence in Boris Johnson following a flood of resignations in the Conservative party.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:59:26 +0100
Missing man has links to Bromley and Croydon
Police are urgently asking for help to locate a missing man.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:49:00 +0100
Wireless Festival: Bag Policy and Prohibited items
See what items you can bring into the festival and the venus bag policy.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:08:52 +0100
Census shows Barnet's population has risen by almost 10%
The census has shown a 9.2% rise in population in Barnet, significantly more than the UK and London averages.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:42:09 +0100
Homelessness has risen by 50% in Harlow says Streets2Homes
A charity said it was "not surprised" when it was revealed homelessness in Harlow had risen by 50% in just one year.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:03:58 +0100
Staple Tye paddling pool in Harlow will become a splash park
Construction is underway to transform a paddling pool into a new splash park for families.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 08:30:03 +0100
PL84U AL SUFFA named 'charity of the year'
A charity that works as a food and clothing bank and more is searching for a future long-term base for its operations after a shopping centre made it its charity of the year.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:53:48 +0100
Respects paid to 'true legend of Epping' Roy Rogers
A man with a “kind and caring nature” who lived all his life in Epping has died.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Anti-crime youth programme to continue for another year
A scheme to stop young people in Haringey from becoming involved in crime is set to continue for another year.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dartford road closures over the next two weeks
Drivers in and around Dartford will have 14 National Highways road closures to watch out for over the next fortnight.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich and Docklands International Festival 2022 is back
An award-winning outdoor arts and theatre festival is coming to Greenwich this summer, showcasing artists from around the world.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon streets could see cars banned at school times
There could soon be 11 more streets in Croydon where cars will be banned during school drop-off and pick up times.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
South east London hospitals 'overrun by spice psychosis teens'
South East London hospitals are being overrun by teenagers suffering psychotic episodes after taking spice.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
'Soaring house prices and bougie shops are driving families out of Brixton'
Brixton residents say soaring house prices and bougie shops are driving families out and destroying the area.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich phone snatch case closed by police after eight hours
A tourist robbed by a bike gang outside the 02 Arena had her case shut by police after just eight hours.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:30:11 +0100
Sajid Javid slams Boris Johnson as he breaks silence following resignation
Sajid Javid told the Commons that “enough is enough”.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:25:50 +0100
Greene King offering free pint for Women's Euros if you have a certain surname
A free pint can be claimed when England are playing matches at the Women's Euros

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:28:03 +0100
Toby Carvery fans fume as roast dinner chain axes lamb on Sundays
The pub chain, famous for it three-meat roast has said lamb will now only be available on “specific dates” due to a “supplier issue”.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:18:30 +0100
When is PMQs today? How to watch as Boris Johnson responds to further resignations
Boris Johnson is struggling to maintain a grip on power in No 10 as ministers and aides continue to quit his Government in protest at his leadership.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:11:40 +0100
Royal Mail issues statement as exact dates of three-day strike in July confirmed
A Royal Mail spokesperson said: "There are no grounds for industrial action."

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:59:42 +0100
UK Drivers to be warned under major driving law change coming into effect TODAY
It is claimed the changes could help save more than 25,000 lives and avoid at least 140,000 serious injuries by 2038.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:00:11 +0100
Ellie Goulding's Facebook posts for alcohol brand banned
The pop star, who is a founder and co-owner of Served Drinks, posted two ads for the alcoholic sparkling water on her Facebook page in February.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:59:04 +0100
Cost of living: Petrol prices rise by new record amount
The surge in prices added more than £9 to the cost of filling a typical 55-litre family petrol car

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:57:27 +0100
Financial watchdog urges those struggling with rising prices to seek help
Research found that 42% of borrowers who were struggling and ignored their lenders’ attempt to contact them had done so because they felt ashamed.



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