Andy Burnham's acceptance speech as Labour leader emphasized his oratory skills, populism-infused themes, and five broad pledges, yet lacked clarity on his specific plan, including uncertainty over his cabinet selection.
London residents express serious concerns about dockless e-bikes and scooters, citing risks to pedestrians and disabled people due to careless riding and improper parking. Letters call for stricter regulation, user registration, insurance requirements, and increased penalties for misuse to ensure public safety and accessibility.
Ten women who played in the first women's ODI at Lord's in 1976 are reuniting 50 years later. The match, an England win over Australia, was a historic moment for women's cricket, paving the way for future opportunities at the iconic venue.
Jane Ouartsi, 60s, suffered severe injuries after being hit by a Lime e-bike rider in London. The company has refused compensation, citing the bike was stolen and not rented, despite the rider being underage. Another victim, Helen Goodsell, 79, also faced difficulties securing compensation.
Pizza Express conducted an internal inquiry into Prince Andrew's claim he visited their Woking branch on the day he allegedly had sex with a Jeffrey Epstein victim. The company found no evidence to confirm or deny his presence.
The annual Pride in London parade is set for Saturday, July 4th, expecting 1.8 million visitors and 35,000 marchers. Attendees are advised to arrive early for good spots, with the march lasting 4-5 hours. High temperatures are forecast, so bringing water bottles is encouraged.
King Charles will not reside at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year renovation concludes next year, opting instead to remain at Clarence House. This marks the end of an era for the palace's role as the primary royal residence. Officials also revealed Charles paid £12.9 million in taxes for 2024/25.
Londoners expressed mixed reactions to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation. Some doubt a leadership change will impact daily life, while others are frustrated with the economy. Concerns were raised about instability and the rise of Reform UK.
Analysis of health records shows emergency hospital admissions in central London decreased by 3% per year after the introduction of the T-charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez), with significant reductions in heart and breathing problem admissions.
Ian McKellen joined a London march against the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people in 29 Commonwealth countries, calling the situation 'appalling'. The protest, 'Commonwealth Walk of Shame', targeted high commissions of 8 countries with such laws, including Nigeria and Uganda where the death penalty applies.
Arsenal fans face high costs and indirect routes to reach Budapest for the Champions League final after flights to the Hungarian capital sold out following their Premier League win.
The British Army held secret wargames, codenamed Arrcade Strike, in disused platforms of Charing Cross Underground station to plan NATO's response to potential Russian attacks. The exercise tested the Allied Rapid Reaction Corps' ability to command large-scale operations.
A serious road collision involving a cyclist and a cement lorry has led to a large police cordon at Hyde Park Corner in central London. The cyclist is in a serious condition in hospital. Grosvenor Place remains closed, causing significant delays on surrounding roads.
Diagnosed HIV positive at 22 in 1986, the author, now 62, is one of the rare 'elite controllers' who remain undetectable without antiretroviral drugs. He shares his journey of survival, survivor's guilt, and his involvement in research aiming for an HIV cure.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, rallied tens of thousands in London, urging supporters to prepare for the "battle of Britain" and get involved in local politics. Islamophobic flyers were distributed, and police made 31 arrests across this and a pro-Palestinian demonstration.
Thousands gathered in London for the 'Unite the Kingdom' anti-immigration rally. UK PM Keir Starmer announced several foreign activists denied entry, citing public good. Organizers accuse authorities of suppressing dissent.
Police will be monitoring both Tommy Robinson’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march and also the annual ‘Nakba day’ pro-Palestine marchThe Metropolitan police is preparing for what it described as potentially “one of the busiest days for policing in recent years” as tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on central London for two major demonstrations.Armoured vehicles, horses, dogs, drones and helicopters will be deployed along with 4,000 officers to police the far-right Unite the Kingdom (UTK) rally organised by Stephen Yaxley Lennon, otherwise known as Tommy Robinson. Continue reading...
London braces for large-scale protests as Tommy Robinson's far-right Unite the Kingdom march, expected to draw over 100,000, faces counter-protests from pro-Palestine groups, amidst heightened security and concerns over hate speech and violence.
British Jews increasingly feel isolated as right-wing politicians take the lead in condemning antisemitism, while some liberal Jews face backlash for their broad alliances against hate, highlighting deepening political divisions within the community.
London faces one of its busiest policing days with the Unite the Kingdom and Nakba: 78 March for Palestine protests, alongside the FA Cup final, prompting a £4.5m 'zero tolerance' operation with 4,000 officers.
London police deploy over 4,000 officers for two rival protests (Unite the Kingdom and Nakba Day) amid fears of violence and hate speech, alongside FA Cup Final crowds, with measures including live facial recognition and armoured vehicles.
Keir Starmer says ‘agitators’ will be blocked from attending Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom eventSeven people hoping to attend a far-right rally in central London on Saturday have been blocked from entering the country by the home secretary, Shabana Mahmood.Keir Starmer, the prime minister, promised on Monday to block “far-right agitators” hoping to attend the Unite the Kingdom event on 16 May organised by Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. Continue reading...
The journalist Patrick Radden Keefe on trying to unravel the double life and tragic death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler – and what it tells us about London’s dark underbellyFor decades, London has been a magnet for global wealth, a flashy playground for the super-rich. To one teenage boy, it contained an elite scene he desperately wanted to be part of: the oligarch class.Not just rich, but powerfully connected billionaires who amassed such huge fortunes with so few questions asked that they helped turn London into what was called the “dirty money capital” of the world. Zac Brettler began posing as the son of one. Within months, he was found dead on the riverbank in central London. He was 19 years old. Continue reading...
Open letter criticising invitation to Nigel Farage warns of association with ‘racism and inflammatory rhetoric’Political leaders have been invited to a rally opposing antisemitism on Sunday, with British Jews hoping the “silent majority” will join them for a “million mensch march” across central London.The prime minister, Keir Starmer, is considering attending the Standing Strong: Extinguish Antisemitism rally, which is backed by more than 30 Jewish groups, while the Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch is expected to speak. The Liberal Democrats’ leader, Ed Davey, has also been invited. Continue reading...
