A 14-acre Thames Water depot in Waltham Forest could become a free, biodiverse park with wild swimming ponds and a sandy beach, pending Hackney Council approval. The community-led project promises a nature-first haven for locals.
Plans for a free, naturally filtered wild swimming spot with a sandy beach in East London's Hackney could accommodate up to 1,200 swimmers daily. See the ambitious vision.
Major disruption hits Camden as HS2 and utility works trigger multiple road closures throughout January 2026, with some streets shut for up to five weeks. Plan your journey.
Westminster City Council faces criticism for publishing 12 major decisions, including property purchases and SEND transport, just before the Christmas break. Opposition leader Paul Swaddle alleges a lack of scrutiny.
A large 5-metre deep sinkhole has appeared at a sporting oval in Melbourne's north-east, adjacent to the major North East Link tunnelling project. The area is cordoned off as investigations begin.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funded NPR and PBS, has formally dissolved after Congress cut $1.1bn. The move threatens local stations and news deserts. Read the full story.
Transport for London begins critical 18-month trackside works near Queensbury station, promising no Jubilee line closures. Residents warned of road disruption from large vehicles. Get the latest travel updates.
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.
Federal funding cuts to US public broadcasters have triggered a wave of 'rage-giving' donations, but stations fear it may not be enough to fill the long-term financial void. Explore the impact on local communities.
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.
Essential maintenance by TfL, Thames Water and others will cause road closures and traffic delays across Kensington and Chelsea throughout January. Plan your journey.
Essential maintenance works across Westminster will cause significant road and lane closures on Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, and other key routes in January 2026. Plan your journey.
Major roadworks and closures will disrupt Hackney drivers from January 2026, with an 18-month project on Amhurst Road. Get the full list of dates and alternative routes here.
A series of road closures are planned across Hammersmith and Fulham in January 2026 for essential utility and council works. See the full list of dates and locations.
Drivers face major disruption in the Square Mile with multiple road closures in January 2026 due to building and utility works. See the full list and plan your route.
Plan ahead for major weekend closures across London Underground, Overground, and TfL services in January 2026 for essential upgrades. Check our full list of dates and lines affected.
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to Tube, Overground, and train closures from Christmas Eve through to January 2nd 2026.
While free calls to Santa from payphones are a festive perk, they highlight the essential role of free public goods for vulnerable groups, from transport to libraries. Discover why their value extends far beyond revenue.
Plan your London travel as TfL confirms major engineering works shutting Tube and Overground lines from Boxing Day. Check the full list of closures and disruptions.
Planning a festive getaway? Check our essential guide to Christmas and New Year travel disruptions across UK railways, London Tube, and major airports like Luton and Heathrow.
M&S sells a bestselling sleep spray and candle gift set designed to soothe the senses and aid restful sleep. The £30 This Works bundle is hailed by shoppers as an 'absolute miracle worker'.
Essential rail works will disrupt travel to Gatwick Airport on three weekends in January 2026. Plan ahead with our guide to dates, alternative routes, and replacement services.
Network Rail announces major engineering works forcing closures at Euston, Liverpool Street, Victoria, Waterloo & Vauxhall stations between Christmas and early January. Plan your journey now.
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
Major engineering works will close the line between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction from Christmas Day to 5th January. Passengers are urged to plan ahead and check journeys.
A Kent water treatment works that failed, cutting off tens of thousands, was warned over contamination risks. The boil notice lasts 10 days. Read the latest.
Plan your weekend travel in London with our guide to major Tube and train closures affecting the Piccadilly, Northern, Metropolitan, and Elizabeth lines from December 5-7, 2025.
The M25 northbound link to the M1 is closed for emergency works. National Highways warns of delays. Allow extra journey time.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells but issues urgent boil notice. Thousands face days without safe drinking water as chemical issue recurs. Full details and reaction.