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The London Buzz - 13th December 2024

London Mayor Sadiq Khan humorously addressed a petition against his knighthood, reflecting his engagement with public sentiment despite criticism.

New deputy mayor for London policing to be confirmed

Kaya Comer-Schwartz is expected to be confirmed as deputy mayor for policing, succeeding Sophie Linden.

The London Buzz - 13th December 2024

London Mayor Sadiq Khan humorously addressed a petition against his knighthood, reflecting his engagement with public sentiment despite criticism.

New deputy mayor for London policing to be confirmed

Kaya Comer-Schwartz is expected to be confirmed as deputy mayor for policing, succeeding Sophie Linden.
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Online system to make it easier to report antisocial behaviour

New Home Office measures allow for jail time up to two years for anti-social behaviour, empowering councils to impose respect orders.

The London Buzz - 29th November 2024

The London Fire Brigade has improved operational performance since 2022; concerns over pub licensing may threaten long-standing establishments; access issues continue for residents with mobility issues.
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The Islington streets that will be closed to cars this Sunday

Islington shuts streets for World Car Free Day to promote walking, cycling, and community activities for families.

New council leader: 'I'm going to be outspoken, but I'm going to work with people'

Una O'Halloran's leadership emphasizes teamwork and community collaboration as she takes charge following Kaya Comer-Schwartz's resignation.

The Islington streets that will be closed to cars this Sunday

Islington shuts streets for World Car Free Day to promote walking, cycling, and community activities for families.

New council leader: 'I'm going to be outspoken, but I'm going to work with people'

Una O'Halloran's leadership emphasizes teamwork and community collaboration as she takes charge following Kaya Comer-Schwartz's resignation.
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One of the best pubs in London might have its licence revoked because of noise complaints

The Sekforde pub in Clerkenwell faces potential closure due to proposed licensing changes limiting outdoor drinking after noise complaints from locals.
#urban-planning

New low traffic zone proposed to help tackle supermarket traffic

Introduction of low traffic zones to combat heavy through traffic near a supermarket in Holloway Road by Islington Council.

Farringdon's St John Street could Become pedestrian-friendly in Islington Council plans

St John Street near Farringdon may see partial pedestrianisation to enhance accessibility and safety, with community involvement essential for the initiative's success.

New low traffic zone proposed to help tackle supermarket traffic

Introduction of low traffic zones to combat heavy through traffic near a supermarket in Holloway Road by Islington Council.

Farringdon's St John Street could Become pedestrian-friendly in Islington Council plans

St John Street near Farringdon may see partial pedestrianisation to enhance accessibility and safety, with community involvement essential for the initiative's success.
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#child-abuse

Kidnap, sex abuse and deaths: The dark past of children's home

Multiple allegations against former Islington children's home staff highlight systemic abuse and negligence.
Ongoing lawsuits bring attention to the historical patterns of child abuse in care facilities.

500k payday for lawyers in Islington children's homes abuse scheme

The law firm DAC Beachcroft charged Islington Council excessively while failing to effectively rule on abuse cases that were often overturned in appeals.

Kidnap, sex abuse and deaths: The dark past of children's home

Multiple allegations against former Islington children's home staff highlight systemic abuse and negligence.
Ongoing lawsuits bring attention to the historical patterns of child abuse in care facilities.

500k payday for lawyers in Islington children's homes abuse scheme

The law firm DAC Beachcroft charged Islington Council excessively while failing to effectively rule on abuse cases that were often overturned in appeals.
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'Dodgy hot dog dealers' at nightspots and stations had no hand washing equipment

Illegally operating street vendors pose a public health risk.
Islington Council took action against unlicensed hot dog sellers.

Fraudster who lived in council home while renting out property must pay 250k

Islington Council recovered over £250,000 from a tenant found guilty of housing fraud, emphasizing their commitment to affordable housing for those in need.

Labour win second by-election in same seat this year

Shreya Nanda's election reinforces Labour's hold on Islington Council amid challenges of frequent by-elections.

This abandoned tube station in north London could get a new lease of life

York Road station, closed in 1932, is getting a makeover into a medical research lab, not a train station.

Primary school to close as merger confirmed

Islington Council is merging Montem Primary School with Duncombe Primary School to address high vacancy rates and deficit issues in schools.
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Ten Banksy artworks you can see in London as well as the Finsbury Park tree mural

Banksy confirmed artwork on Finsbury Park tree
Various Banksy artworks locations in London

Crowds flock to see Banksy tree mural defaced with white paint

Bansky's tree mural defacement labeled as vandalism but not believed to have ruined the piece.
Islington Council implementing measures to protect the defaced mural.

Banksy mural in Finsbury Park vandalised three days after it appeared

The Banksy mural in Hornsey Road was vandalized with white paint.
Islington Council is investigating the vandalism on the Banksy artwork.

Ten Banksy artworks you can see in London as well as the Finsbury Park tree mural

Banksy confirmed artwork on Finsbury Park tree
Various Banksy artworks locations in London

Crowds flock to see Banksy tree mural defaced with white paint

Bansky's tree mural defacement labeled as vandalism but not believed to have ruined the piece.
Islington Council implementing measures to protect the defaced mural.

Banksy mural in Finsbury Park vandalised three days after it appeared

The Banksy mural in Hornsey Road was vandalized with white paint.
Islington Council is investigating the vandalism on the Banksy artwork.
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'Good' school may still have to shut as bid to save 'inadequate' primary continues

Islington Council has approved a plan to merge Montem Primary School with Duncombe Primary School, despite opposition from parents.
The council cites falling pupil rolls and financial constraints as the reasons for the merger.

'Nonsensical' - Fury at plans to shut primary school that is 'just like a family'

Parents are criticizing Islington Council's plan to close Montem Primary School and merge it with another school.
Parents of children with special educational needs (SEN) are concerned about the level of support their children will receive at another school.

School applies to become academy in bid to fend off closure

Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Primary School in Islington has just six students in its reception class, but space for 30 children.
The school has applied to become an academy in order to secure its future and prevent closure, and is working in partnership with Cardinal Hume Academies Trust.

Plans to shut half-empty primary school take step forward

Islington Council plans to close Blessed Sacrament RC Primary School due to low enrollment.
The school has just six pupils in its reception class, but space for 30 children.

Schools face closure or merger as pupil numbers plummet

Islington Council is proposing to close The Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Primary School due to low pupil numbers and falling birth rates in the borough.
Montem Primary School and Duncombe Primary School may merge in order to address falling pupil numbers.
Parents have until December 12th to respond to the council's proposal, with a final decision expected in March.
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