London politics

London politics

The poster featured the group's balaclava logo. Kneecap criticized political interference, stating they have successfully advertised multiple times before without being rejected.

The Central line will be shut from Leytonstone to Epping and Woodford (via Hainault) on Saturday and Sunday, including the Friday Night Tube.

The near breach of the Greater London Authority's financial rules only came to light following a chance investigation by its internal counter fraud team.

The latest figures from our London Employment Monitor points to a continued rebound in London's financial services hiring. Following a 12% seasonal bounce in Q1, we've seen a further 3% increase this quarter and a 14% year-on-year uplift.

Haringey has been ranked as one of the mouldiest boroughs in England, with eight of the ten worst local authorities in the country being London councils.

Parents claim the authoritarian measures, where pupils are required to remain silent while moving between lessons or campuses, were imposed with no prior engagement.

Sasha White QC, representing SWP, stated: 'You could not have a more protected piece of land in London.' This land is classified as Metropolitan Open Land (MOL), with protections equivalent to green belt areas.

Lewisham will have its first Travellers site for 16 years with the approval of three pitches adjacent to a railway line in Catford.

The exhibition, titled GAZAGAZAGAZA, features more than 400 donated works by over 200 artists from 35 countries, aiming to challenge the art world's silence on the Palestinian situation.

Police were called to Mile End station at 7.40am to reports of a casualty on the track. The person was pronounced dead at the scene.

"The distressing vandalism was driven by racial hatred and was seen as a blatant act directed at a community that has given so much to the life and spirit of the UK."

The family stated, 'We are struggling with the tragic loss of Tyler, a beautiful soul with the kindest of hearts. A much-loved son, grandson and brother, that will be missed immensely.'

The Independent has become a key source for critical stories in the US, covering a range of impactful topics from reproductive rights to climate change.

The proposals include making Regent Street St James's traffic-free and enlarging the pedestrian space at Piccadilly Circus. The introduction of safer cycling routes on the main section of Regent Street and two-way traffic on Haymarket, plus the improvement of pedestrian crossings on Regent Street and the removal of the road's central island have also been presented.

More than 400,000 drivers in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex have been fined for not paying the £12.50 daily charge for older, more polluting vehicles since it expanded in August 2023.

Moody's has upgraded Transport for London's long-term debt rating from A2 to A1, reflecting an improved operating environment and greater financial stability under the new government funding deal.

George Nathanel, director of Zenobia properties, was fined £75,000 for illegally renting out two flats on Grove Road, North Finchley, for short-term holiday rentals.

"I brought this case because I believe in fairness, freedom of belief, and the proper role of public institutions."

"The investigation found the company had failed to implement suitable controls to segregate pedestrians and vehicles for which detailed guidance is available. This can be achieved through physical barriers and safe systems of work."

Andy Mitchell CBE's pay for the year to March 2025 surged to 2.5 million, up from 1.9 million the prior year, amidst rising project costs.

Luxury properties in exclusive London locations like Chester Square and Montpelier Square are struggling to sell, with many homes sitting unsold for months or years despite price cuts.

CCTV evidence indicates Mr. Panashchenko had a fall near Barking station before he was found unresponsive, leading to an inquest into his traumatic brain injury causing death.

Kamar Williams, 34, killed 53-year-old Derek Thomas outside his home in a brutal and premeditated attack, demonstrating clear intent by sending threatening messages beforehand.

"Hundreds of London's teachers at Charter Schools Education Trust are striking over maternity pay with little notice, demanding equality across the nine academies in the group."

Southern trains will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this second week of July due to necessary engineering work affecting operations from July 8 to July 11.

A senior officer who reviewed the case said he believed a man with long hair who was seen in the vicinity of the house was "most likely" the killer.

James Gunn stated, 'I mean, Superman is the story of America... it is mostly a story that says basic human kindness is a value and is something we have lost.'

Claire Welsby, a campaigner, said: "There are lots of things we would look at and we would focus on the process. But also, we will continue to hold them to account, through freedom of information requests, continuing to go to public meetings, and continuing to hold protests."

Hundreds of highly trained specialists usually tasked with guarding members of the Royal Family, senior politicians and VIPs will be deployed to help uphold security at the two-day Notting Hill Carnival.

The deacons will support their communities through leading worship, teaching, and pastoral care. The office of deacon is an important step on the path to becoming a priest.