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Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Update on future of motorcycle school based at Charlton Park Rugby Club
A motorcycle training centre operating from Charlton Park Rugby Club could remain at the site under plans submitted to Greenwich Council.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This popular Bexleyheath pub with six-bedroom accommodation seeks new landlord
A popular pub in Bexleyheath is searching for a new operator.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:34:34 +0100
Pictures from the scene as police cordon shuts busy west London road
Boston Road in Hanwell, west London, is closed between Uxbridge Road and Lower Boston Road due to a police incident. Bus routes 195 and E8 diverted.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:02:22 +0100
Dozens of households wake up to power cut in Plumstead
Dozens of households in Plumstead have woken up to no power after a cut this morning.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:03:07 +0100
Man arrested in Cyprus accused of ‘hostile surveillance’ at RAF base
A man has been arrested in Cyprus as part of the first investigation using the National Security Act in relation to alleged offences in an overseas territory.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:36:49 +0100
Police cordon road in early hours of morning after crash - recap
Police closed Gravel Lane in Chigwell Row this morning (July 31) due to a crash.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:20:09 +0100
Person in hospital after stabbing near parade of shops
A person has been taken to hospital after a stabbing on Preston Road.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:21:46 +0100
LIVE updates as West London road closed due to 'police incident'
A4001 Boston Road in Hanwell is closed due to a police incident.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Bring the Med to your garden and save £40 on You Garden's olive trees
You Garden's Olive tree – add a touch of Mediterranean magic to your garden.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The iconic London cafe with 2,000 rave reviews named among the world's most beautiful
Bar Italia was previously named among the world's most beautiful cafes. Here's why.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Experts tasted 15,000 products and named London's very best food and drink
The newest and most delicious food and drink from London for 2026 have been named. Here's the full list.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge new indoor golf venue with world-famous courses opens near busy station
A new indoor golf venue has officially opened its doors.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One of Paris' most popular burger brands is opening a restaurant in Soho
A Paris-born burger brand is expanding its footprint with a new location in Soho.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New unlimited weekend travel scheme offering unlimited bus and tram for price of one
A new unlimited weekend bus and tram travel scheme saved passengers more than £2 million.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:30:23 +0100
New pilot scheme brings police and young people together in the borough
The Common Ground programme, led by Waltham Forest Council and the Metropolitan Police.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Greenwich road closures announced as major music festival returns this weekend
A well-known music event in south east London for one month long celebrations, bringing with it road closures.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0100
All the Beefeater and Brewers Fayre restaurants closing in south east London and Kent
A number of Beefeater and Brewers Fayre restaurants in south east London and Kent are set to close in September.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0100
'Justice' as plans to bulldoze Thamesmead estate stopped by residents
Plans to demolish a South East London estate will be put on hold after one of its residents won a legal battle to have the demolition approval scrutinised.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0100
'I couldn't find French cakes in Lewisham – so I opened my own award-winning café'
A French café bringing a taste of Normandy to south east London has been named the best in the borough.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:01:00 +0100
Full list of Southeastern rail disruptions this week due to engineering works
Southeastern rail passengers face disruption due to overnight engineering works this week.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:34:00 +0100
Beckenham party restaurant can KEEP licence - but council fights to block DJ nights
NOTE TO EDITORS: Added further quote from restaurant at bottom.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Worker suspended after care home resident ‘kicked three times’ in Croydon
An investigation has been launched by police and a care worker has been suspended after images appeared to show a resident being "kicked" at a care home in Croydon by a member of staff.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council splashes £2.1m to 'revive' Woolwich, Greenwich and Eltham town centres
Greenwich Council has announced a £2.1 million investment to revitalise Woolwich, Greenwich and Eltham.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major update as £130m revamp of 'historic' Crystal Palace sports centre to go ahead
Major plans to transform Crystal Palace's historic National Sports Centre have been approved, paving the way for a major refurbishment of the Grade II-listed venue and upgraded sports facilities.*

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:38:46 +0100
Police hunt mystery attacker after assaults on elderly men in Eltham
Police have released an e-fit image of a man wanted for questioning after two assaults on elderly men in Eltham earlier this year.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:18:01 +0100
Heading to Heathrow? Major Piccadilly line closure starts this weekend
The Piccadilly line, one of London's major tube lines, will face planned closures this weekend.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:00:38 +0100
Another wildfire breaks out in London as 60 firefighters tackle Rainham blaze
Around 60 firefighters tackled a major grass fire near Berwick Pond Road in Rainham.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:29:35 +0100
'Broken' dog with two skull fractures finds happiness after horrific abuse
Doberman Nelson, rescued by the RSPCA in London after severe abuse and skull fractures, finds a loving home in Chelmsford following year-long recovery.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:51:43 +0100
Pictures from the scene as major M25 crash triggers emergency response
Multi-vehicle crash closes all lanes on M25 between Junction 6 Godstone and Clacket Lane Services. Emergency services on scene; expect severe delays.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:25:14 +0100
RECAP as M25 crash brings traffic to a standstill
A crash has brought traffic to a standstill on the M25 anticlockwise between Godstone and Clacket Lane Services this afternoon. Follow our live updates for the latest traffic information.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:22:37 +0100
Nearly 80 arrested as police seen dragging protestors away at Palestine demo
77 people have been arrested following a protest supporting Palestine Action.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:21:00 +0100
'My school didn't sign my 1976 book balancing certificate - I wouldn't let it lie'
Lucas Vigilante discovered a certificate commemorating his victory in the 1976 sports day book-balancing race at Manor Junior School, Barking - and returned on the 50th anniversary to get it signed.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:42:58 +0100
Huge grass fire rips through six hectares of London land as 60 firefighters respond
London Fire Brigade tackled a major grass fire near South End Road, Hornchurch, with 60 firefighters. No injuries reported; public urged to prevent wildfires.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:32:44 +0100
Sex offender accused of murdering two women had link to 'rape' website on computer
A sex offender accused of murdering two women had a link on his computer to a website featuring “rape” in its title, a court has heard.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:12:39 +0100
Man arrested after £4m cash and kilo of cocaine seized in major Catford police raid
A man has been arrested after Met Police seized an estimated £4 million in cash and a kilo of cocaine following a proactive policing operation in south London.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:05:48 +0100
London recycling centre remains shut after fourth fire in less than a year
A recycling centre in Islington remains closed following its fourth fire in a year.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:02:02 +0100
Man rushed to hospital after stabbing as police launch investigation
Man in his 30s taken to hospital after stabbing on Ealing Road, Wembley. Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service attended. No arrests made.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:46:49 +0100
RECAP as road near north London park shut after traffic collision
A crash has blocked a road near a north London park this afternoon.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:26:25 +0100
Protesters dragged from demonstration as police swarm outside court
Westminster Magistrates’ Court is currently at the centre of a protest by the Defend Our Juries campaign, supporting Palestine Action.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:05:03 +0100
Teen, 18, dies in Brentwood motorcycle crash as police issue urgent appeal
A teenager has died following a motorbike collision in Brentwood on Tuesday morning.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:30:46 +0100
RECAP as M25 crash, traffic problem cause delays and stationary queues
Long delays are taking place on the M25, north of London, following an earlier crash this morning.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:05:49 +0100
Busy road 'heaving' with police as Palestine protest takes place despite Met warnings
A busy road in central London is "heaving" with police as protesters demonstrate outside a court.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:59:11 +0100
Boy, 17, charged with robbery after man stabbed in west London
A 17-year-old boy from the Ealing area has been charged following a stabbing in Northolt.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:56:18 +0100
RECAP updates as protest causes major traffic delays in central London
A protest is causing traffic delays on Marylebone Road this morning, with a bus lane closed outside Westminster Magistrates' Court. Follow our live updates for the latest information.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:52:52 +0100
August Competitions Are Here: Win Big This Summer
Step into August with three fantastic competitions offering something for everyone, from a memorable seaside escape to matchday treats and a helpful shopping boost.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:52:51 +0100
August Competitions Are Here: Win Big This Summer
Step into August with three fantastic competitions offering something for everyone, from a memorable seaside escape to matchday treats and a helpful shopping boost.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:43:34 +0100
East London borough records 47 grassfires in one day as firefighters issue warning
Firefighters battled dozens of grass fires across Greater London in a single day.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:12:23 +0100
RECAP updates as blazing lorry shuts M4 with all traffic brought to a halt
A lorry fire has brought traffic to a standstill on the M4 eastbound between Maidenhead and Slough this morning. Follow our live updates for the latest travel information.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:52:54 +0100
Man dies after suffering serious head injuries as murder charge brought
Ahmed Jama, 50, died after an assault on Hungerford Road, Islington. Murder probe launched; Mohamed Touitha charged. Latest updates on arrests.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:37:08 +0100
Person dies in casualty on tracks with London stations not served
A person has died after a casualty on the tracks incident which affected Great Northern service to London stations for hours.

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