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Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:42:22 +0000
Rush-hour meltdown as severe delays grip multiple Tube lines
London Underground faces major rush-hour delays on Central, Piccadilly, Northern and Bakerloo lines.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Construction firm moves into vast new East London branch
Travis Perkins has opened a new, larger Leytonstone branch in East London, offering an expanded builders’ merchant service, Benchmarx showroom, and more jobs.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Blooming lovely bouquets for Mum this Mother’s Day
Reward your mum for her years of selfless devotion with the Mother’s Day flower collection from M&S.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
The family-run Filipino restaurant in Romford that 'feels like home'
The family behind a Filipino restaurant in Romford has revealed the secrets behind their decades of success.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the bus cemetery where London's old buses take their final ride
The London double-decker bus is iconic with the city- but what happens when they retire?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Mayfair restaurant had sewage flooding where food was being handled
Riviera restaurant in central London received a zero food hygiene rating after sewage flooded a food storage area, prompting Westminster Council action and health concerns.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'My London Marathon for Billy after he died by suicide - his story is not over'
With seven weeks until the London Marathon, I’m running in memory of my brother Billy and raising funds for Suicide&Co to provide free bereavement counselling for families affected by suicide.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Ewell shop turning everyday shopping into zero-waste wins
A refill shop in Ewell is encouraging residents to rethink their weekly shop by cutting out plastic waste and choosing sustainable alternatives.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New cafe and street food venue planned next to Lewisham pub
Plans have been submitted to create a new café and street food venue in a Lewisham High Street building next to the Fox & Firkin pub.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Kew Gardens - where orchids are 'spectacular' but food is 'extortionate'
Kew Gardens is receiving glowing praise for its Orchid Festival and light trails, but some visitors are criticising crowding and food prices.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'I am determined not to allow this Government to destroy Bromley'
Peter Fortune MP welcoming businesses from across Bromley to the House of Commons for an Opportunity Bromley reception.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Big Brine pickle festival is set to take over with brine and beats
A major new pickle festival is set to take over east London this September, bringing brine, beats and bold flavours to Hackney.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everything you need to know about the SL6 Superloop bus
SL6 Superloop bus route details including stops, fares and more

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Protecting Bexley's green spaces from developers
Old Bexley and Sidcup MP Louie French says Bexley’s green spaces and parks, including Danson Park and Foots Cray Meadows, face threats from government and Sadiq Khan’s plans to relax Green Belt protections.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Discover this 'wonderful' hidden gem cafe located in a 'beautiful' park with a river
Hollyhock Cafe in London has been described as a wonderful hidden gem cafe with stunning views.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Meet the DJ turned chef serving pizza at one of his favourite pubs
Hackney-raised chef Tom Budakan has created Hot Saint New York style pizzas and pizza sandwiches at The Old Queen's Head in Islington.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The tiny bakery that knows its customers by name and has queues round the block
Charlotte O'Kelly started off baking at her kitchen table before opening Astrid Bakery in Muswell Hill which has now expanded to a second site a few doors up.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How a wonky Tube escalator gave London its fiercest unwritten rule
The London Underground’s “stand on the right” escalator rule began with a 1911 design quirk at Earl’s Court and became one of the capital’s most enduring habits.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Family left with 'huge void' as mum dies after being given wrong antibiotics
Young Croydon mother Aleisha Rochester died from sepsis after being given incorrect antibiotics at St Thomas’ Hospital, inquest finds. Family launches legal action.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Family left with 'huge void' as mum dies after being given wrong antibiotics
Young Croydon mother Aleisha Rochester died from sepsis after being given incorrect antibiotics at St Thomas’ Hospital, inquest finds. Family launches legal action.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Police reveal record number of 1000 suspected paedophiles being arrested every month
Police have revealed that a record number of 1,000 suspected paedophiles are being arrested every month in England and Wales.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:51:08 +0000
Major disruption expected until end of day at Lewisham station after signal fault
Major disruption is expected until the end of the day at Lewisham station after a signal failure.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Women have portraits taken at pop-up event in London
We Stand With Our Sisters - Free portrait exhibition by Nyla Sammons at SPACE Ilford celebrates sisterhood, Redbridge women and community empowerment.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:36:52 +0000
Busy road CLOSED causing traffic chaos after crash in Shooters Hill
A busy road in Shooters Hill is closed due to a crash.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Danny Dyer set to appear at central London cinema this week
Danny Dyer is set to appear at a Q+A for his latest film at a central London cinema this week

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Former Sutton Ambulance Station could be turned into mosque
Sutton’s former ambulance station could soon be transformed into a mosque and community hub if Sutton Council green-lights the plans.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:44:51 +0000
New Superloop bus route confirmed for 2027
TfL have announced that the new SL15 Superloop bus route will launch in 2027.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:44:27 +0000
Multiple Tube lines delayed and part suspended this evening
Rush-hour Tube disruption in north-west London: Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines delayed near Uxbridge after points failure. Victoria line faces minor delays.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:40:59 +0000
Dartford man charged with 33 historic sex offences across south London
Adebayo Adeyemi, 58, from Dartford appeared at Bromley Magistrates' Court charged with 33 sex offences.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:32:03 +0000
Southeastern trains disrupted with delays and cancellations — all you need to know
Southeastern trains disrupted by signalling fault at Lewisham; delays, cancellations and timetable changes affect Charing Cross routes.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000
'Inadequate' safety found at Rainham care home after resident exposes themselves
Glebe House in Rainham has been referred to Havering Council twice over safeguarding concerns, including a resident "exposing themselves".

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:22:54 +0000
Person rushed to hospital after crash on busy road in Thornton Heath
A person has been rushed to hospital after a crash in Thornton Heath.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:18:14 +0000
Shocking gap as Black people 48 times more likely to be stopped in London
New King’s College London study finds Black people up to 48 times more likely than white people to be stopped and searched by Met Police in wealthy London areas.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Japanese bakery serving 'curry bread' has just opened in north London
Kanazawa started as a market stall selling nama doughnuts and curry filled pastries and has just opened their first bricks and mortar bakery in Camden Passage, Islington.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Dagenham Heathway to get new restaurant at former children's hospice shop
The former Richard House Children's Hospice charity shop in Dagenham Heathway will become a restaurant after plans were approved.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Waterproofing bridge specialists seen working on new Gallows Corner flyover
The latest pictures from Gallows Corner in Romford have revealed a continued focus on waterproofing and tarmacking measures on the new flyover structure.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Exact date when much-loved kite festival returns to Hampstead Heath
Kite Hill on Hampstead Heath will host spectacular displays and flying stunts this June - performed by The Kite Society of Great Britain.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Revealed - which south east London borough had the most crime in February?
Metropolitan Police figures have revealed which south east London borough recorded the highest number of criminal offences in February.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:59:23 +0000
Tube drivers set to go on strike in fresh dispute — here are the dates
RMT union Tube drivers to stage 24-hour London Underground strikes in March, April and May over working hours dispute and safety concerns.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:58:08 +0000
'I was the face of Heathrow Airport's new campaign and was racially abused'
A Forest Gate entrepreneur featured in a Heathrow campaign has spoken out after racist abuse online, choosing to respond with kindness and inviting critics to his Borough Market stall.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:49:54 +0000
'Selfish' man who left girlfriend to die in crash jailed AGAIN for driving offence
Epping man Nathan Towers has been jailed for driving whilst disqualified.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:44:01 +0000
Man arrested following reports of 'armed burglary' in Orpington shop
A man has been arrested after reports of a suspected armed burglary in a shop in Orpington.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:36:19 +0000
British Airways halts flights over airspace concerns — what to know
British Airways suspends all UAE flights amid Middle East airspace instability. Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Tel Aviv routes affected.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:12:44 +0000
London rail disruption extended after person dies on track — what to know
Rail disruption at London Paddington after a fatality at Bruton station causes delays and cancellations to West Country routes.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:45:25 +0000
Person dies after incident causing major disruption on busy London train routes
A person has died after an incident, causing major disruption on several busy London routes.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:22:16 +0000
IKEA opens Ramadan Iftar pop up for London commuters
IKEA has opened a Ramadan pop-up on London’s South Bank, offering commuters a cosy space to break their fast with a four-course iftar meal near Waterloo Station.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:11:21 +0000
Ready-to-trade butcher shop with 'excellent potential' on the market for £85k
Enfield Meat Market, an established butcher shop on Hertford Road is currently listed on Zoopla for £85k

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:42:55 +0000
Trains to and from London continue to be disrupted after blaze — alternative routes
London Euston rail disruption: Glasgow Central closure halts Avanti West Coast trains after fire. Ticket flexibility, alternative routes and refunds available.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:12:02 +0000
All lines shut on key route to London — what you need to know
Major rail disruption between Castle Cary and Westbury affects GWR and South Western Railway services to London Paddington and Waterloo. Delays, diversions, and cancellations expected.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:18:09 +0000
Major disruption on London trains due to emergency services incident
Major disruption on London Paddington and Waterloo services due to emergency services incident.

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