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Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:29:43 +0100Staff 'worried' about going to work after south London shop swarmed with youths
Staff at Marks & Spencer staff are “worried about coming into work” according to a boss of the high street chain.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:24:36 +0100LIVE updates as investigation continues after man shot dead in Woolwich
A police investigation is continuing today (April 3) after a man was shot dead near Woolwich Dockyard station yesterday afternoon.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100Top-ranked grammar school gets green light for a new centre
St Olave’s Grammar School in Orpington has been granted planning permission for a new English and drama centre.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New immersive two-floor pool hall using AI technology to open next week
A new poolhall inspired by "vintage Vegas" that uses AI technology is set to reimagine the game of classic pool when it opens at Liverpool Street next week.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Where you can get help in Harrow's new 'safe havens'
Five new 'safe havens' have been set up in Harrow for women and girls or anyone who feels scared or threatened to receive support.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100‘Historic’ children’s playground gets transformational spring clean
Hayward Adventure Playground that has catered for disabled children in Islington for more than 50 years was cleared in a transformational spring clean.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Girls in Camden and Islington can join football camps that teach creative skills
Girls in Camden and Islington can take part in The Kick & Create camps, run by Adobe and the Bloomsbury Football Foundation.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Free fitness classes coming to Bexley all April long
Bexley leisure centres are offering a free group exercise class at each of their sites for the whole of April to both members and non-members.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Here's how much Wimbledon's tennis charity gave out in grants
The official charity of the All England Lawn Tennis Club gave out £4.21 million in grants and donations 2024-25.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Five of the best pubs in Bexley for an Easter bank holiday pint
The sun is heading our way and so is the Easter bank holiday weekend, which can only mean one thing - there is a pub garden with your name on it.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two of London's best-known food brands team up for limited-time pop-up
Roti King and Morley’s are teaming up for a one-weekend pop-up in Brixton, blending Malaysian flavours with London’s iconic fried chicken.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The new fusion restaurant set to open in Shoreditch combining Indian and pizza
East West is opening in Shoreditch, combining Indian flavours with Neapolitan pizza in a bold new fusion restaurant concept.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The London farms coming to life for Easter with lambs and family fun
London’s city farms come alive at Easter with lambs, egg hunts and family activities, offering a countryside experience in the heart of the capital.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Indian restaurant among two EXPOSED for tax defaulting in Sutton
Two Sutton-based businesses have been named on HM Revenue and Customs’ latest list of deliberate tax defaulters.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Superloop bus to run along South Circular from south west to south east London
A new bus route is set to improve connections between south west and south east London.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100‘Gorgeous’ London restaurant named after a queen is among UK’s top new spots for 2026
Lilibet’s Restaurant in London has been named among the UK's top new spots for 2026 by Conde Nast. Find out why.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100UEL student-led charity art auction raises £8,000
Art lovers hoping to spot the next big name placed their bids as the University of East London’s (UEL) annual student-led charity art auction returned.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +01005 Kent National Trust properties hosting Easter events from egg hunts to trails
If you’re looking for something fun to do with the family this Easter break, five National Trust properties across Kent are hosting family‑friendly events over the holidays.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Easter weekend SWR disruption between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction
Some South Western Railway lines between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction will be closed over the Easter weekend due to maintenance work.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:13:49 +0100Residential road cordoned off after 'incident' in Lewisham
A residetial road in Lewisham is closed due to an ongoing incident.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:21:06 +0100Three men arrested after man shot dead outside block of flats in Woolwich
Three men have been arrested after a man was shot dead outside a block of flats in Woolwich.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:14:45 +0100Man dies after shooting outside block of flats in Woolwich
A man has died after a shooting outside a block of flats in Woolwich.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0100Some of London's most loved venues that have closed or are fighting for survival
London’s nightlife and cultural venues are under pressure, with closures and redevelopment threatening clubs, pubs and theatres across the city.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:16:44 +0100Crime scene in place after man killed in Woolwich shooting
Police have cordoned off a road in Woolwich after an incident.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:37:25 +0100Man killed in shooting and woman stabbed to death in horror 24 hours across London
A horror 24 hours in London has seen two people stabbed with one of the victims left dead.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:14:31 +0100Woman fighting for life as man and girl killed in pony and trap crash in Kent
A woman is fighting for her life after a crash involving a tipper truck and a pony and trap in Kent.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:50:49 +0100Girl and man in 30s killed after pony and trap hit by tipper truck in Kent
A man and a girl travelling in a pony and trap have died after a crash involving a tipper truck in Kent.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:12:37 +0100TfL announces free journeys extension on buses and DLR routes
TfL extends free Thames crossings on Superloop SL4, 129, 108 buses and select DLR routes until May 2026. Silvertown Tunnel cycle shuttle also stays free.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:02:35 +0100Gun and drugs operation across Kent leads to 17 arrests and six charged
Seventeen people have been arrested and six charged following a major operation targeting firearms and drug offences in Kent.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +01007 beer gardens and rooftop bars to make the most of the double bank holiday
Looking for the best beer gardens and rooftops in London? Here are top spots to enjoy sunny bank holiday drinks across the city.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100The best places to get a cheap chippy tea this Easter according to TripAdvisor
Tripadvisor has a list of the best 'Cheap Eats' in London for fish and chips, perfect for chippy teas
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100All the Southern train changes this Easter weekend
Several Southern trains will be cancelled or replaced by buses this Easter weekend.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:57:51 +0100Rush hour disruption on several London Underground lines
Severe delays and part suspensions hit London Underground and rail lines at rush hour, including Bakerloo, Circle, Elizabeth, and Victoria lines.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:46:12 +0100Police officer based in London charged with rape and other sexual offences
A police officer based in London is facing charges of rape, attempted rape, and multiple other sexual offences.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:35:44 +0100All the cancelled Southeastern trains this Easter weekend
Several Southeastern trains will be cancelled or replaced by buses this Easter weekend.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:28:05 +0100Full list of London Tube lines affected over Easter weekend
Easter travel disruption: TfL to close Bakerloo, District, Hammersmith & City and Lioness lines for engineering works 3–6 April. Replacement buses in place.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:41 +0100The exact routes hit by Easter rail closures including Waterloo and Euston
Rail passengers face Easter disruption as Network Rail engineering works close main lines to London Euston and affect routes from Milton Keynes, Waterloo and more.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:58:21 +0100Arrest as woman dies and man seriously injured after crash near Gatwick Airport
A man has been arrested after a woman died and another seriously injured in a crash near Gatwick Airport.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:47:10 +0100Motorists urged to 'allow extra time' as woman dies after crash near Gatwick Airport
Motorists are being urged to “allow extra travel time” and “plan ahead” after a crash on the M23 near Gatwick Airport.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:32:51 +0100Dealers who ‘trafficked vulnerable girl’ to traffic drugs and cash jailed
Four London dealers who played a role in supplying drugs as well as trafficking a young vulnerable girl have been jailed.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:28:57 +0100Person dies after railway incident as trains to and from London disrupted
Rail incident near Baldock causes death and major disruption on Great Northern and Thameslink services between London, Cambridge and Brighton.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:09:19 +0100Woman killed in 'tragic' crash as M23 shut near Gatwick Airport
A woman from London has died after a crash on the M23 near to Gatwick Airport.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:53 +0100Police seize cannabis in Rick and Morty-style ‘Backwoods’ bag during stop
Police seized cannabis from a suspect in Cobbett Close, Enfield, as Bullsmoor Safer Neighbourhood Team targets drug misuse and anti-social behaviour.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:51:31 +0100Police update as four officers injured after van crashes into car in Bexleyheath
Police have issued an update after a crash involving a van and a car in Bexleyheath that left four officers injured.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:56:35 +0100Hunt for man after Tesco security guard left with serious eye injury
Police have launched a hunt for a man after a security guard at a Tesco store in Leytonstone was attacked.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:36:16 +0100Farage says London is ‘lawless’ and facing ‘societal breakdown’
Reform UK’s Nigel Farage blames “societal breakdown” for Clapham violence, criticises shoplifting laws, as Labour pledges tougher measures in London.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:24:03 +0100Pokémon-themed garden opens in west London for new game launch
A Pokémon-themed garden has opened in west London to celebrate the recently released cosy life simulation game Pokémon Pokopia.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:07:48 +0100Major disruption as signalling fault blocks lines from Liverpool Street
Train services between London Liverpool Street and Hackney Downs face delays and cancellations due to a signalling fault. London Overground disruption expected until 2pm.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:05:37 +0100Football fans could win VIP Champions League final trip at London pubs
Football fans in London can win a VIP trip to the Champions League Final by buying drinks at selected pubs and entering a prize draw.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:59:24 +0100Woman stabbed to death after letting man into her home in Croydon
A woman was stabbed to death after letting a man she knew into her home in Croydon.