Landlords fined £700k for illegal 'shoebox' flats
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.
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Martin Lewis' 3 Council Tax Checks for Refunds & Discounts
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals three crucial checks to see if you're overpaying council tax. You could be owed £100s in discounts or a backdated refund of thousands.
Norfolk influencer's £30k Pilates studio sparks planning row
A 24-year-old influencer faces backlash from neighbours after opening a £30,000 garden Pilates studio without permission in Kings Lynn. The council's decision is due on January 12.
Brockwell Park festival plan splits Lambeth opinion
A planning application for summer festivals in Brockwell Park has received over 300 public comments. Locals are divided over noise, access, and the park's future. Read the full debate.
Battersea Bridge tower appeal heads to public inquiry
A developer is appealing Wandsworth Council's refusal of a 29-storey tower at Battersea Bridge. The public inquiry starts March 17, with Mick Jagger among objectors. Read the full story.
Harrow approves 63 flats on ex-Iceland site with no affordable homes
Harrow Council greenlights 63-flat development on a former Iceland store site, but expresses 'disappointment' as the project delivers no affordable housing. Read the full details.
Man guilty of fake uniform at Remembrance ceremony
A 65-year-old man admitted to wearing an unauthorised Rear Admiral uniform with 12 medals at a Remembrance Sunday service in Wales. Discover the full story of the deception uncovered by online sleuths.
Harrow road closures: Full January list and diversions
Key roads in Harrow face closures for utility works in January. Scot Grove reopens but Buckland Rise shuts until March. See the full list and plan your journey.
Council worker busted for secretly juggling 2 full-time jobs
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
Man loses 54th employment tribunal claim in a row
A youth worker has had his 54th consecutive employment tribunal claim dismissed, with judges accusing him of using the system to 'get rich fast' and cause deliberate disruption.
Purley's new leisure centre and homes get GLA green light
Plans for a new Purley leisure centre with a 25m pool and over 200 later-living homes have moved forward after the GLA decided not to intervene. Construction could start in 2026.
Missing 10-year-old boy last seen near London Dungeon
Police urgently search for Haan, 10, missing from Harrow. Last seen on Southbank near London Dungeon at 2pm, 28 December. Call 999 if seen.
High Barnet station 300-home plan rejected
Plans for nearly 300 homes next to High Barnet Underground station have been thrown out by Barnet Council. Read the full story on the local planning controversy.
Elderly man dies after Pinner crash, police seek witnesses
A 79-year-old man has died after being hit by a car on Rayners Lane in Pinner. Police are urging witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues.
Colliers Wood tower plans face backlash after £3m safety bill
Criterion Capital faces fierce local opposition to three new tower blocks near Colliers Wood Tube after a falling window pane from its existing building left Merton Council with a £3 million safety bill. Councillors say trust is broken.
Charity shop shuts after shocking fly-tipping incident
A North London charity shop was forced to close after a mountain of dirty pans and soiled clothes was fly-tipped outside. St Luke's Hospice in Harrow issues a desperate plea to donors.
Christmas bin collection changes for Brent and Harrow
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.
Christmas bin collection changes for Brent and Harrow
Residents in Brent and Harrow must check revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Includes details on Christmas tree recycling and tip closures.
Hackney's MOTH Club faces threat from flats development
Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
Universal Studios UK Theme Park Gets Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission near Bedford. The £500m part-publicly funded project promises 8,000 jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Read the full details.
Major 288-home Brixton redevelopment plan submitted
Plans for 288 new flats in Brixton, including 98 social rent homes, have been submitted to Lambeth Council. The scheme features three new blocks up to 20 storeys tall.
Bromley's £4m Archive Plan Divides Orpington Locals
Bromley Council's £3.9m plan for a new archive in Priory Gardens is labelled 'disgusting cultural vandalism' by objectors. The council insists it's vital for heritage. Have your say before Dec 19.
Universal Studios UK Park Gets Government Green Light
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has received planning permission near Cambridgeshire, promising 8,000 jobs and a massive £50 billion economic boost. Discover the details.
Brockwell Live submits first planning application for 2026
South London residents can now comment on Brockwell Park festival plans after a legal ruling. The 2026 programme seeks permission for 32 event days, but the Lambeth Country Show is cancelled.
15-storey student tower approved for Southwark Tube station
Plans for a 15-storey student tower above Southwark Tube station have been re-approved after the station gained Grade II-listed status. The scheme includes 429 student rooms and 44 new council homes.
Major £650m Plans Submitted for Lewisham Retail Park
Amro Partners submits plans to redevelop Lewisham Retail Park into a major new neighbourhood with 1,452 homes, student accommodation, and a food hall. Read the full details.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
Appeal for 43-storey tower near Bevis Marks withdrawn
Developer Welput withdraws appeal to build a 43-storey office block near the UK's oldest synagogue, Bevis Marks, after planning refusal over heritage and worship concerns. Read the full story.
London council cyber attack disrupts key services
Westminster City Council reveals which services are impacted after a major cyber attack and advises residents on how to get help. Critical services for vulnerable people are the priority.
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