Confusing signs about new traffic rules cause 'chaos' on Greenwich streets
New traffic restrictions in Greenwich caused confusion among residents due to misleading signs, prompting concerns about planning and potential environmental impacts.
The London Buzz - 10th December 2024
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland faces criticism for high prices and lack of engaging stalls.
Developers appeal over Woolwich tower block plans that were rejected due to 19th century chimney
The appeal highlights a conflict between new developments and the preservation of historic landmarks, particularly in relation to affordable housing needs.
Developer appeals refusal for flats next to 19th century Greenwich chimney
The appeal by Lakeview Estates seeks to overturn a council decision against a 13-storey flat block near a historic chimney.
Developers appeal over Woolwich tower block plans that were rejected due to 19th century chimney
The appeal highlights a conflict between new developments and the preservation of historic landmarks, particularly in relation to affordable housing needs.
Developer appeals refusal for flats next to 19th century Greenwich chimney
The appeal by Lakeview Estates seeks to overturn a council decision against a 13-storey flat block near a historic chimney.
'Ageing' Greenwich swimming pool set to receive 380,000 facelift
Greenwich Council invests over £380,000 to upgrade Thamesmere Leisure Centre, preventing closure and ensuring continued community access to swimming facilities.
Car used to be reduced in Greenwich amid 'rat run traffic and lorry run down fears'
Greenwich Council plans to reduce car use and improve road safety as part of its goal to become carbon neutral by 2030.
Traffic restrictions to be introduced on some east and west Greenwich roads
Greenwich Council is responding to traffic and air quality concerns with a new trial of part-time traffic restrictions.
'Atrocious driving on road between Greenwich and Lewisham caused my son's car fire'
Residents of Winn Road in Greenwich are petitioning the council to add traffic management measures, including a pedestrian crossing, due to dangerous driving and increased traffic volumes.
A previous petition sent in 2019 requested traffic calming measures on Winn Road, highlighting the ongoing issue of reckless driving and car accidents on the street.
Car used to be reduced in Greenwich amid 'rat run traffic and lorry run down fears'
Greenwich Council plans to reduce car use and improve road safety as part of its goal to become carbon neutral by 2030.
Traffic restrictions to be introduced on some east and west Greenwich roads
Greenwich Council is responding to traffic and air quality concerns with a new trial of part-time traffic restrictions.
'Atrocious driving on road between Greenwich and Lewisham caused my son's car fire'
Residents of Winn Road in Greenwich are petitioning the council to add traffic management measures, including a pedestrian crossing, due to dangerous driving and increased traffic volumes.
A previous petition sent in 2019 requested traffic calming measures on Winn Road, highlighting the ongoing issue of reckless driving and car accidents on the street.
Plans for 8m film production studio in Greenwich scrapped
Mo-Sys Engineering was disappointed by Greenwich Council's decision to sell the Plumstead Power Station site, impacting their virtual production hub plans.
Plans submitted for nearly 200 student rooms in Greenwich
The development will provide 190 new student rooms, 35% of which are affordable, to help address London's student housing shortage.
Greenwich housing waiting list passes 27,000 - with 48m to be spent on new homes
Greenwich Council's investment aims to alleviate the housing crisis by purchasing 150 homes for social housing amidst a waiting list exceeding 27,000 households.
Tower blocks up to 26-storeys with new public square set for Greenwich Peninsula
The Boord Street development will include 352 homes and 340 student rooms, with a focus on affordable housing and community space.
Plans submitted for nearly 200 student rooms in Greenwich
The development will provide 190 new student rooms, 35% of which are affordable, to help address London's student housing shortage.
Greenwich housing waiting list passes 27,000 - with 48m to be spent on new homes
Greenwich Council's investment aims to alleviate the housing crisis by purchasing 150 homes for social housing amidst a waiting list exceeding 27,000 households.
Tower blocks up to 26-storeys with new public square set for Greenwich Peninsula
The Boord Street development will include 352 homes and 340 student rooms, with a focus on affordable housing and community space.
Greenwich Children's Centres set for changes and your views are wanted
Greenwich Council is restructuring 14 Children's Centres to optimize services, focusing on increasing nursery spaces and support for children with additional needs.
Tower plan lowered over World Heritage Site impact
The proposed Enderby Place development in East Greenwich has been scaled back to mitigate impact on a World Heritage Site.
Eltham street 'blighted' by speeding as every home calls for traffic restrictions
Residents of Cedarhurst Drive in Eltham, Greenwich, have petitioned the council for a 20mph zone and residents-only parking due to speeding cars and parking issues.
Bexley says Greenwich has 'disregarded' residents with parking restrictions on border
Greenwich Council approved parking charges in Eltham, sparking frustration from Bexley councillors due to concerns about increased parking in neighboring areas.
Extreme disappointment' as roads bordering Bexley to become controlled parking zones
Controlled Parking Zones causing tension between Bexley and Greenwich councils.
Bexley says Greenwich has 'disregarded' residents with parking restrictions on border
Greenwich Council approved parking charges in Eltham, sparking frustration from Bexley councillors due to concerns about increased parking in neighboring areas.
Extreme disappointment' as roads bordering Bexley to become controlled parking zones
Controlled Parking Zones causing tension between Bexley and Greenwich councils.
All the sex offences reported in Greenwich clubs, pubs and bars
Greenwich had the highest number of sexual offences across several boroughs, including cases of rape at bars, clubs, and pubs.
The Greenwich Council is committed to ending violence against women and girls by investing in measures to improve women's safety.
Greenwich's 15million bill for Woolwich Elizabeth Line station has been paid off
Greenwich Council paid 15 million for Woolwich Elizabeth line station using developer contributions.
Greenwich Council sells 1939 Borough Hall to developer for 2.4m
Greenwich Council sold Grade-II listed Borough Hall to developer for 2.475 million, with hopes of celebrating the building's heritage and benefiting the area.
Stabbing outside Greenwich pub carried out by 66-year-old man, jury finds
Bernard McDonald was found unfit to plead but was ruled to have inflicted grievous bodily harm and possessed a knife.
The Star and Garter pub in Greenwich closed following the incident but reopened as the Star of Greenwich under new ownership.
Fight at Plumstead bar 'where staff members used chair legs as weapons'
Risk of losing alcohol license due to violent incidents outside the bar.
Past history of violence and non-compliance with regulations affecting the bar's license.
Change set for 'most dangerous' Greenwich road where boy, 5, was hit by motorbike
Greenwich Council will add traffic calming measures to Kidbrooke Park Road following a petition to address traffic issues.
The petition asks for a 20mph speed limit outside Thomas Tallis Secondary School to improve road safety for children.
Police target fly-tipping and drugs in Greenwich crackdown
Police in Greenwich crack down on fly-tipping and illegal drug possession, issuing citations and enforcement notices during vehicle checks.
Knife bins installed in Greenwich where 'people feel unsafe'
Greenwich Council installs knife amnesty bins in response to residents' safety concerns.
More than 24,000 bus lane fines issued in Greenwich in one year
Greenwich Council issued over 1.6 million in bus lane fines in the last financial year, with Woolwich Road having the highest number of charges.