This Is Local London

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:38:47 +0100
Israel issues warning as antisemitism in UK ‘spreading like wildfire’
Israel raises alarm over rising antisemitism in the UK after London arson attack on Hatzola ambulances. Hate crime figures hit record highs, says CST.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:13:14 +0100
Southern trains slashed as urgent repairs block line and trigger disruption
Train delays on Southern routes between London Victoria, Bognor Regis and Havant due to urgent repairs near Horsham. Replacement buses and ticket acceptance in place.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:53:04 +0100
Tube delays this morning — what’s happening on London lines
London Underground commuters face minor delays on District and Victoria lines this morning.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:15:06 +0100
Man stabbed to death near Westminster Abbey pictured for the first time
A man stabbed to death near to Westminster Abbey has been pictured for the first time.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:01:04 +0100
Kanye West set for first UK performance in 11 years at Wireless Festival
Ye has been confirmed as the headliner for all three days of London’s annual Wireless festival in Finsbury Park.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:23:54 +0100
Person in hospital after ‘assault’ outside West Hampstead station
A man has been taken to hospital after reports of an assault on West End Lane in West Hampstead.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Shisha bar fined for illegal use of public highway
My Place Shisha Bar & Dining on Longbridge Road in Barking, has been fined £360 after illegally placing tables and chairs on a public highway.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of under-10s suspected of crimes in Bromley, Bexley, Lewisham and Greenwich
New data has revealed the number of recorded crimes involving children under the age of 10 in Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lewisham.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All about the Freedom Pass offering free London travel to eligible residents
All details for Freedom Pass, offering free travel across London to eligible residents, including eligibility and more

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside London’s Leadenhall Market from Roman roots to Harry Potter fame
Leadenhall Market in London is a historic Victorian arcade and Harry Potter filming location, blending Roman roots with cinematic magic.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than a third of London children living in poverty - new figures show
Child poverty in London has reached the highest levels in England, with some boroughs seeing more than half of children affected.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Zebra crossing proposed near school in Eltham to 'improve safety' for pupils
A zebra crossing has been proposed near Eltham College to "improve safety" for pupils.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic hotel that put up '66 England World Cup squad is now a care home
When England walk out at Wembley on Tuesday (March 31) for their friendly against Japan it will be their last game on home soil before this summer's World Cup. We look at the history of a north London hotel stayed in by the 1966 winning squad.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 45-second Tube journey that costs £3.10 and is probably quicker to walk
A London Underground journey lasts just 45 seconds costs more than £3 for passengers travelling between Covent Garden and Leicester Square

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Where to find great roasts, brunches or afternoon teas this Easter in London
From roasts to brunch and afternoon tea, discover the best places to eat in London this Easter 2026 across top restaurants and venues.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Greedy' or 'a brilliant opportunity' - More than 1,000 have say on car park plan
More than 1,000 people have had their say on plans to extend the car park at the David Lloyd Beckenham leisure centre.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Americans rip into London’s ‘best full English breakfast’ in viral post
A viral Instagram post has seen many Americans share their opinions of what some call London's best full English breakfast.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:05:30 +0100
Major emergency response with cordons in place after 'incident' outside busy station
A major emergency services response has been pictured attending an incident outside West Hampstead station.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:39:26 +0100
Road outside busy train station CLOSED due to 'police incident'
A busy road outside West Hampstead station is closed due to a police incident.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100
BOXPARK food vendor among those named and shamed for tax defaulting in Croydon
A former BOXPARK food vendor and several Croydon-linked businesses and individuals have been named and shamed in HMRC’s list of tax defaulters.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Meet the nurse who earned NHS trust one of four nominations for training awards
Aine Crowe a long-serving nurse praised for the support she gives students has earned an NHS trust one of four nominations for national awards.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Plans to turn Bromley ex-school site into over 120 homes and gym centre
A former school site in Bromley could be redeveloped to deliver over 120 affordable homes and a new gymnastics centre.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:31:45 +0100
Boy among three stabbed and one shot in horror weekend across London
A horror weekend across London has seen a shocking three stabbings and one shooting.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:49:38 +0100
Hunt for man after woman sexually assaulted on busy London train
Police are searching for man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a train in central London.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Plans submitted to convert family home in Erith into HMO for TEN people
Plans have been submitted to convert a family home in Park Crescent Road, Erith into a 10-person house in multiple occupation (HMO).

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
New hospital exhibition shows how trees can save lives
The Royal Free Hospital has opened a new ‘Trees Save Lives’ exhibition exploring how images of nature can lower stress and support wellbeing.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:12:54 +0100
Brent councillor quits Labour after eight-month 'flawed' suspension process
A Brent councillor and former Deputy Mayor has quit the Labour Party following an investigation into a complaint made about her by a resident.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Bexley lottery winner has JUST DAYS to claim £10 MILLION prize
Someone in the London Borough of Bexley has won the lottery, but they have just days left to claim it before losing it forever.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:11:11 +0100
7 of the best spots to see tulips in London this spring
Discover the best places to see tulips in London this spring, from Regent’s Park to Kew Gardens and hidden community spots.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:03:11 +0100
Disabled man ‘punched and kicked in head by delivery driver’ in Orpington
A disabled man has reported being violently attacked by a delivery driver outside his house in Orpington.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Head of private school where pupils and teachers are on first name terms is to retire
The headteacher of The King Alfred School in Hampstead - which has a treehouse and a blacksmiths forge - is stepping down after 11 years and speaks to the Ham&High about the private school and what he'll miss the most.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:59:06 +0100
Brent and Harrow stations among five new ones to be prioritised for step-free access
A visually and hearing impaired woman from Brent says it’s “vitally important” access is improved across the Tube network after two local stations were added to a list for potential improvements.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:33:18 +0100
Teen admits £140,000 shoplifting spree targeting Boots and Holland & Barrett
A 17-year-old admitted stealing £137,000 in goods from Boots and Holland & Barrett across London. Highbury Corner Youth Court adjourns sentencing to May.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:29:46 +0100
Chipotle to give away free burritos as part of two major April promotions
Chipotle is giving away free burritos and marathon meals in London this April, with offers for both customers and runners.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:10:51 +0100
Boots opens 'luxury' opticians on one of London's most prestigious streets
Boots Opticians has opened a new premium store on Wigmore Street, offering luxury eyewear brands and advanced eye care services.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:07:15 +0100
Man shot dead in car outside Euston station was convicted criminal
A man who was shot to death in Camden was previously convicted after a chase with a large knife.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:04:44 +0100
England footballer honoured with Freedom of the Borough title
England footballer Chloe Kelly awarded Freedom of the Borough in Ealing, alongside local figures including Virendra Sharma and Pragna Patel, for outstanding contributions.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:02:13 +0100
Taste of London 2026 tickets are now on sale
Taste of London 2026 returns to Regent’s Park this June with top restaurants, chefs, live demos and tickets now on sale.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:44:48 +0100
Watch the shocking moment sneaky thief switches bags in busy London pub
Officers caught Mohamed Hade leaving a pub with a bag that was different to the one he went in with.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:36:10 +0100
Reform MP ordered to pay £23k after losing legal battle with Tory
Reform MP Andrew Rosindell loses High Court bid for access to Romford office after Conservative defection; judge rules office use tied to party status.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:43:56 +0100
Man, 34, dies after falling from height
A 34-year-old man has died after falling from height in Stratford.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:25:43 +0100
Investigation launched as boy fighting for life after stabbing in south east London
An investigation has been lauched after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in south east London.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:01:57 +0100
Person hit by train causing major delays at busy station
There are major delays in London after a person was hit by a train. Live updates here.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:38:40 +0100
Three arrested after boy stabbed in the leg in broad daylight
Three teenagers have been arrested after a boy was stabbed in the leg in broad daylight.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:31:31 +0100
Person dies on tracks as major disruption hits trains to and from Euston
A person has died at Penkridge railway station, causing major disruption between Stafford and Wolverhampton. British Transport Police attended. Service updates.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:25:22 +0100
Homes evaucted and bomb squad called after WW2 shell handed into Epsom council office
Homes have been evacuated after a suspected World War Two shell was handed into the Epsom council offices.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:05:44 +0100
All lines closed after emergency incident disrupts trains to and from Euston
Rail disruption: All lines closed between Wolverhampton and Stafford, affecting London Euston, Glasgow, Edinburgh routes.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The 10 best primary schools in Bexley revealed in new school guide
Parents looking for the best primary schools in Bexley can now see how local classrooms compare, after new rankings were published by School Guide.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The Southern trains in Croydon cancelled before the Easter weekend
Some Southern trains running through Croydon will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses in the week leading up to Easter.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The Southeastern trains cancelled or diverted before the Easter weekend
Some Southeastern trains will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses in the week leading up to Easter.

home