Banksy confirms new London artwork on homelessness
Banksy confirms a new London mural via Instagram, depicting children gazing skyward in a poignant statement on child homelessness, with a second artwork appearing in central London.
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Prince George helps William at homeless charity Christmas lunch
Prince William and his son Prince George volunteer at The Passage homeless charity in London, continuing a royal tradition started by Princess Diana. See the festive visit.
William and George help at homeless charity Christmas lunch
Prince William and Prince George made a surprise visit to The Passage in London, helping prepare its annual Christmas lunch and continuing a family tradition of supporting the homeless.
London council plans £90 weekly rent rise for TA tenants
Westminster City Council proposes a £90 weekly rent increase for 352 temporary accommodation households from February 2026 to tackle a £12.5m budget overspend. Over 90% of residents will be protected by housing benefit.
London Mayor challenged over £570m Erasmus scheme cost
Sadiq Khan faces City Hall grilling over the £570m cost to rejoin Erasmus, with critics saying the funds could fix Hammersmith Bridge or build new railways. Discover the clash over spending priorities.
Sadiq Khan addresses alleged Rachel Reeves 'bust-up'
London Mayor Sadiq Khan insists his relationship with Chancellor Rachel Reeves remains 'very fraternal' despite reports of a heated funding meeting. He vows to keep fighting for London's transport investment.
Court halts refugee evictions, extends move-on period
A High Court order forces the Home Office to delay evictions for newly recognised refugees at risk of homelessness, extending the move-on period to 56 days. Over 3,000 people are set to benefit this winter.
Camden's 'trauma passports' for homeless amid 26% rise
Camden Council introduces personal 'passports' for homeless individuals to prevent re-traumatisation. The scheme launches as rough sleeping in the borough surges by 26% this year.
London mother mourns son stabbed after uni offer
A London mother grieves for her son, Micah, 22, stabbed to death in Wembley just hours after receiving his university acceptance letter. She vows to campaign against knife crime.
TfL to add more trains on 3 Overground lines from 2026
Transport for London confirms service increases for the Mildmay, Windrush, and Weaver lines from May 2026. Find out how your commute will improve.
London Mayor and Police Chief Patrol Shoreditch for Festive Crime
Mayor Sadiq Khan and Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley joined police in Shoreditch to highlight a Christmas crime crackdown, while warning of funding pressures. Read the full story.
Social housing failing those in greatest need
A decade-old warning about the slow death of social housing is now a reality. New reports reveal the system is failing its core purpose: to house the poorest. What's the future?
Khan urged to make 4 changes to save London car clubs
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces urgent calls to implement four policy reforms to rescue the capital's car clubs after Zipcar's exit. Read the key demands ahead of a crucial City Hall meeting.
London nun on modern vocation: prayer and service
A Franciscan sister in London responds to renewed interest in religious life, detailing her work in soup kitchens, homeless shelters and providing medical aid on the streets.
Canada Water affordable housing cut from 35% to 3%
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.
Mum awarded £5k after council failings led to rough sleeping
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
London cuts affordable housing requirement to 20%
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
Reform UK revokes membership of council leader over racism
Reform UK has revoked the membership of Staffordshire county council leader Ian Cooper following an investigation into alleged racist abuse directed at Sadiq Khan and others. Read the full story.
Guardian 2025 Charity Appeal Partners Announced
The Guardian and Observer's 2025 charity appeal launches, supporting four UK partners tackling poverty, homelessness, and social isolation. Discover how you can help.
Record 172,000 children in England's temporary housing
Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.
Tragic story of a homeless 13-year-old in Nottingham
A journalist reflects on meeting a homeless 13-year-old boy, Craig, and the systemic failures in UK criminal justice, mental health and probation that led to tragedy.
Reform UK council leader accused of racism in posts
Staffordshire council leader Ian Cooper faces racism allegations over social media posts targeting Sadiq Khan and others. Reform UK launches urgent investigation.
Majority of Londoners say Khan should not run again
Exclusive polling reveals most London voters believe Sadiq Khan should not seek a fourth term as Mayor in 2028, with many unhappy with the city's direction. Read the full analysis.
London Poll: Khan's Future in Doubt as Polanski Gains
Exclusive polling reveals Londoners' discontent with the city's direction and Sadiq Khan's leadership, while Green Party's Zack Polanski emerges as a potential mayoral contender. Discover the key issues and surprising voter sentiment.
Council legal action over last police front desk closure
Richmond Council launches legal action against the Met Police and Mayor over the 'unlawful' closure of Twickenham's front desk, leaving the borough without any public police counter. Read the full story.
Zipcar shuts down UK operations in December 2025
Car-sharing service Zipcar is withdrawing from London and the UK this month. We examine the reasons, from the new EV congestion charge to financial pressures, and what it means for users.
South Londoner battles eviction by homelessness charity
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
London Mayor calls in contested 178-flat Archway plan
Sadiq Khan reconsiders rejected Archway Hospital redevelopment, prompting campaigners to crowdfund a legal fight against what they call 'future slums'. Read the latest.
Khan: Farage's racism denial 'desperate'
London Mayor Sadiq Khan shares his own childhood experiences with racism as he condemns Nigel Farage's response to allegations of antisemitic behaviour at school. Read his powerful statement.
London's Vision Zero road safety target at risk
New figures reveal minimal progress towards London's 2040 zero road deaths target, with just three fewer fatalities in 2024. Campaigners demand urgent action on speed limits and dangerous junctions.
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