Westminster council faces backlash over a draft licensing policy discouraging vertical drinking and bar service in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from the London mayor and hospitality leaders.
Westminster council's draft licensing policy recommends banning 'vertical drinking' and ordering at the bar in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from London Mayor Sadiq Khan, hospitality figures, and licensing experts.
UK homes are ill-equipped for rising temperatures, with past policy failures like the Green Homes Grant exacerbating the issue. London's mayor proposes a heat-ready plan, but its implementation faces significant public investment challenges amidst political quietness on the climate crisis.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
The Metropolitan Police received a 12-month extension for its Palantir pilot project, allowing continued use of the AI system to identify officer misconduct. This follows Mayor Sadiq Khan's recent block of a £50m deal due to procurement breaches, with the Met now launching a new process to appoint a long-term supplier.
Deaths linked to air pollution in London have fallen by an estimated 40% between 2019 and 2024, according to new analysis from Imperial College London. Toxic air pollution levels have also decreased significantly, with nitrogen dioxide down 41% and fine particulate pollution down 28%.
Air pollution kills over 8 million people annually, yet receives little media attention. Cities like London and New York are proving that data-driven solutions can drastically reduce pollution levels, offering a roadmap for global action.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan's visit to Singapore to promote business ties drew social media criticism comparing London's crime rates unfavorably to Singapore's strict law and order, with some users suggesting Khan learn from the city-state.
Palantir is suing London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a £50m contract with the Metropolitan Police, citing procurement rule breaches and lack of value for money. The government is also reviewing a £330m NHS contract with the US tech firm.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan plans to use new government powers to overrule the Soho Society's mandate to challenge all new pub and restaurant license applications. Khan argues the group's stance is "bad for London" and will hinder the city's nightlife and alfresco dining.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan plans to use new powers to overrule the Soho Society's decision to challenge all new pub and bar license applications, aiming to boost the city's late-night economy and combat venue closures.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50m contract between the Metropolitan Police and US tech firm Palantir, citing concerns over value for money and company ethics. Critics argue this decision "puts politics over public safety" and could disadvantage the police against criminals.
Palantir has accused London Mayor Sadiq Khan of "putting politics above public safety" after he blocked a £50m contract with the Metropolitan police for AI intelligence processing. Khan cited a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules, while Palantir defended its work and questioned why it was singled out.
The Metropolitan Police's proposed £50m deal with US AI firm Palantir to combat crime is controversial, raising questions about public service delivery, data privacy, and reliance on 'big tech'. Sadiq Khan blocked the deal citing procurement rule breaches and ethical concerns.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50m deal between the Metropolitan police and US tech firm Palantir, citing breaches of procurement rules. Scotland Yard criticized the decision, warning of officer cuts, while Khan's office highlighted concerns over vendor lock-in and ethical records.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a £50m Met Police deal with Palantir, citing a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules. City Hall stated Scotland Yard engaged with only one supplier and questioned value for money, amid wider concerns over Palantir's UK public service contracts.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan criticized plans for a northern England Olympic bid, calling it a "missed opportunity" to exclude the capital. Ministers are assessing a bid for the 2040s, with support from Northern MPs Lisa Nandy and Rachel Reeves.
London mayor talks up coalition-building, highlights his environmental record, and worries national Labour party is on the wrong trackWhen Sadiq Khan was first elected as mayor of London 10 years ago, Barack Obama was US president, the UK was still in the European Union and Leicester City had just been crowned the unlikely champions of the English Premier League.In the intervening decade, Donald Trump has gone from reality TV star to two-time US president, the UK has had six different prime ministers, and Brexit has convulsed the country. London has been rocked by tragedies ranging from terror attacks to the Grenfell Tower fire. Continue reading...
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Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, with police arresting a suspect after deploying a taser. The attack marks the latest in a series of antisemitic incidents targeting London's Jewish community since early 2026, including arsons, a terrorism arrest, and last October's deadly synagogue attack in Manchester that killed two people.
A 45-year-old man has been arrested after two men were stabbed in Golders Green, north-west London. Counter Terrorism Policing is leading the investigation. The victims – one in his 70s and one in his 30s – are in stable condition in hospital. Political leaders including the Prime Minister and Mayor of London have condemned the attack as antisemitic, the latest in a series of incidents targeting the Jewish community.
