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5 days ago

TfL spends 113k to crack down on rough sleepers

Transport for London (TfL) has spent more than 113,000 in three months on a security firm hired to prevent rough sleepers returning to Park Lane. TfL hired the firm - which is understood to be MEC Security - this summer after an encampment of rough sleepers was removed from the site. The transport body said that between July and September it spent 113,365 on security at Park Lane.
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fromTime Out London
6 days ago

Every London borough ranked from worst to best

Richmond-on-Thames ranks top among London's 32 boroughs based on 34-category scoring that rewards green space, low crime, amenities, and resident happiness.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

The huge bill taxpayers are having to pay to stop homeless camp returning in Park Lane

it is sad that such a large sum of money has been spent, though he added it is necessary because of the disastrous impact that we saw with the build-up of tents in the past.
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1 month ago

CCTV appeal after woman assaulted by intruder

Police seek man after an intruder assaulted a woman and tried to force his way into her Westminster flat on 30 July.
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Ex-Labour councillor charged over Westminster blackmail allegation

Oliver Steadman, 28, charged with blackmail and five communications offences tied to alleged unsolicited indecent images and demands for phone numbers of Westminster figures.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Person rescued as fire breaks out in flat in Maida Vale

Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters responded to a fire on the third floor of a terraced building on Harrow Road in Maida Vale.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London council loses High Court battle to stop affordable housing in Marylebone being redeveloped

"Judge Hodge ruled in favour of Gems House Residences, allowing refurbishment and rental increase of 16 flats in Marylebone, highlighting the validity of the mortgage exclusion clause from 2013."
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London politics
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

Central London could soon get another 24-hour McDonald's

A Westminster McDonald's seeks a 24-hour license, facing local opposition citing concerns over increased crime and antisocial behavior.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Zarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with Corbyn

Zarah Sultana is forming a new party with Jeremy Corbyn to challenge the current Westminster system.
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3 months ago

Major pedestrianisation scheme for Piccadilly Circus to St James's Park

Plans propose a pedestrian plaza between Piccadilly Circus and St James Park, enhancing public space and traffic flow.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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Digested week: Remorseless Reeves and Sarah Vine's masterpiece of self-delusion | John Crace

Politicians struggle to apologize, which undermines trust and accountability.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago
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MP attacks ex-chief whip peerage after tell-all book

Concerns emerge over Simon Hart's peerage due to his tell-all book's impact on trust among parliamentarians.
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4 months ago

Primary schools to merge as pupil numbers fall

The proposed amalgamation would push our school to operate at 130% capacity, leading to crowded classrooms and a likely decrease in the quality of learning. Moreover, only half of the pupils from Our Lady of Dolours practice as Catholics.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Palestine Action protest LIVE: Demonstrators gather in central London as group set to be proscribed as terrorist organisation

Protesters are rallying in support of the Palestine Action group, which might soon be labeled a terrorist organization.
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6 months ago

Huge fire erupts at electrical substation in west London as smoke billows into the sky

A significant fire has occurred at an electrical substation in Westminster, resulting in extensive smoke and emergency responses.
Residents are advised to keep doors and windows closed due to heavy smoke.
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