Independent pub group Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, expanding its estate to 65 sites and reporting over £100m in annual sales. Discover the latest in London's hospitality growth.
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Two landlords have been ordered to pay £679,142 after illegally converting a family home into six cramped flats. Brent Council vows to crack down on rogue operators.
Staff at Woodfield School in Brent announce seven more strike days after rejecting an offer to cut hours. The NEU warns the trust over using agency staff during industrial action.
Met Police oppose O'Bombeiro's bid to lift licence restrictions, warning it may invite back drug activity and anti-social behaviour. Brent Council to decide next week.
Global oil prices dropped after Donald Trump said Venezuela would hand over up to 50 million barrels of sanctioned crude to the US, threatening an oversupplied market. Read the full analysis.
Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has angered traders by refusing to settle $10.5m in bets on a US invasion of Venezuela, arguing the capture of Nicolás Maduro does not qualify. Read the full story on the controversial decision.
FTSE 100 oil giants Shell and BP saw shares fall sharply as Trump's pressure on Venezuela rattled markets. Brent crude dropped below $60, ending the New Year rally. Full analysis inside.
IIHF president confirms Olympic ice hockey arenas may not be fully ready for Milan-Cortina 2026, with reduced seating and NHL concerns over ice quality and dimensions. Read the latest updates.
Plans to convert a closed Kilburn Santander into an adult gaming centre face fierce local opposition, amid concerns over Brent's 81 existing gambling premises. Join the debate.
Gamblers on prediction markets like Polymarket made huge profits by correctly wagering on the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, highlighting the rise of this controversial form of speculation. Discover how the markets moved.
Nearly 300 politicians and campaigners call on PM Keir Starmer to abolish the 'aim to permit' rule, arguing it leaves councils powerless to stop new betting shops and 'slot sheds' on UK high streets.
Brent crude dropped to $60.33 as markets assess the impact of US intervention in Venezuela's vast oil industry. A former Chevron executive seeks $2bn for projects. Read the latest analysis.
Key roads in Wembley and Willesden face long-term closures for utility works this January, causing major traffic disruption. Find diversion routes and details here.
Global oil markets have suffered their sharpest annual decline since 2020, with prices crashing nearly 20% in 2025. Analysts warn the slide could continue into 2026 as oversupply persists. Discover the impact on fuel prices and inflation.
New polling reveals overwhelming public support for stricter UK gambling advertising regulations. As pressure mounts on ministers, campaigners urge action to protect children from pervasive ads.
Brent Council anticipates a surge in construction for 2026, delivering thousands of new homes, including a landmark 45-storey tower in Wembley and the restart of the South Kilburn regeneration. Discover the key projects shaping the borough.
Sadiq Khan's 2021 pledge to ban gambling ads on London's transport network remains unfulfilled, with firms spending nearly £5m in the interim. The Mayor's office blames a lack of government guidance.
Doctor Who star Christopher Eccleston releases powerful 15-minute anti-gambling film, 'Stacking the Deck', calling for ad restrictions and criticising celebrity endorsements. Read the full story and find support links.
Bet365 chief Denise Coates received a £280m pay package for 2024/25, a major rise despite falling profits. Discover the details of her salary and dividends.
Police name Simon Whyte as the 55-year-old man shot dead in Stonebridge, Brent. Detectives appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after Friday night's incident.
Police name 55-year-old Simon Whyte as the man shot dead in Stonebridge, Brent. No arrests made. Detectives appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Residents in Brent and Harrow are advised of revised bin collection dates over the festive holidays, including free Christmas tree recycling services. Check your dates now.
Police launch murder investigation after a 55-year-old man was shot dead in Brent, London. Detectives urge witnesses and those with dashcam footage to come forward.
A 55-year-old man was fatally shot in Stonebridge, Brent. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A 67-year-old local worker in Stonebridge, Brent, says he no longer feels safe after a fatal shooting left a 55-year-old man dead and the killer on the loose. He now keeps a pick handle by his till.
A murder probe is underway after a 55-year-old man was shot dead on a residential street in Stonebridge. Police urge witnesses and dashcam footage holders to come forward.
Police launch murder investigation after a fatal shooting in West End Close, Brent. A 55-year-old man died at the scene. Detectives urge witnesses and those with dashcam footage to come forward.
A major road in Brent, North West London, is shut in both directions following a serious police incident. Get the latest updates and traffic information here.
Sixes, the cricket-themed social entertainment chain part-owned by Ben Stokes, has fallen into administration. One venue closes immediately as administrators seek a buyer. Full list of locations inside.