GALA Festival Plans Two Weekends for 2026
London's beloved GALA festival in Peckham Rye could double in size with plans for two weekends in May 2026, featuring new Afrobeats and Arab music events alongside its classic electronic lineup.
London's beloved GALA festival in Peckham Rye could double in size with plans for two weekends in May 2026, featuring new Afrobeats and Arab music events alongside its classic electronic lineup.
A disused gas holder site in Motspur Park is set for a major transformation into a new urban neighbourhood featuring 586 homes, green spaces, and a new cycle link. Discover the plans and local reaction.
Dev Hynes' Blood Orange will headline and curate RALLY Festival in Southwark Park on 29 August 2026. Tickets from £42.50 go on sale 14 November.
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
A former synagogue in Streatham could be replaced by 92 new homes, including compact 'pocket' homes for first-time buyers. Will the council approve the controversial scheme?
A new neighbourhood with 586 homes, including 174 affordable, is proposed for the former Motspur Park gasworks in South London. Discover the plans for this major regeneration project.
Lambeth Council greenlights major housing development with 916 new council properties as borough grapples with escalating housing emergency and record numbers in temporary accommodation.
A leading child protection expert reveals alarming delays in Croydon's children's services, putting vulnerable young people at risk as the council faces ongoing challenges.
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
A Reform UK-led council faces criticism after ordering flags celebrating their election victory to be taken down to make way for Christmas lights, in a move locals call hypocritical.
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
Discover how Newham Council's ambitious £1bn regeneration project will transform East London with 3,000 sustainable homes, new parks, and community facilities along the River Thames.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major council tax reforms targeting high-value properties, aiming to generate £1.2bn for public services while sparking debate over wealth redistribution.
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
Controversial planning changes in Islington could drastically reduce affordable housing provision, with critics warning of devastating consequences for local communities.
Discover the enchanting story behind one of London's most beautiful country houses, now available for purchase for the very first time in its history.
Furious Islington residents confront council over 'absurd' housing crisis as luxury developments sit empty while families struggle to find homes. The shocking reality behind London's property market.
Exclusive: Islington Council explores controversial plan to deploy nearly 1,000 drones for monitoring residents, raising serious privacy concerns across London.
Westminster City Council faces scrutiny after internal audit reveals nearly half a million pounds in staff overpayments, with taxpayers footing the bill for administrative errors.
Discover stunning single-storey homes across England that blend timeless charm with modern elegance. From coastal retreats to countryside havens, these bungalows offer the ultimate lifestyle upgrade.
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
Exclusive: Bexley Council faces £22.5 million budget gap amid soaring costs and service demands, with council tax hikes likely for residents.
Lambeth Council has been ranked among the top local authorities in England for successfully delivering thousands of new homes while maintaining high development standards.
Discover where to watch London's most breathtaking firework displays this November 5th, from Southwark's riverside spectacle to Wimbledon's family-friendly show.
Birmingham City Council faces unprecedented financial crisis as spending cuts fail to prevent effective bankruptcy. Expert analysis reveals the grim reality for residents and services.
A South London council stands by its controversial decision to let grass grow wild during May, sparking debate between environmental benefits and resident concerns about neighbourhood appearance.
Fury erupts in North London as Islington Council removes parking bays from a residential street while maintaining double yellow lines, leaving locals questioning the logic behind the controversial move.