#local-concerns

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London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 days ago

People who live near Oxford Street 'unanimously against' pedestrianisation

Sadiq Khan proposes pedestrianisation of Oxford Street to enhance public space, facing local resistance due to practical issues.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Bethnal Green pub withdraws plan to open later after residents raise concerns

Residents raised concerns about the potential negative impacts of extending the Sun Tavern's opening hours, leading to the withdrawal of the application.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Anger after Merton car parking spaces axed for e-bike bays that 'nobody uses'

Merton Council is rolling out 350 cycle hire bays to improve e-bike parking, but faces criticisms over their practicality and lack of agreements with hire companies.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Can Japan solve its growing overtourism crisis? DW 02/10/2025

Japan's tourism is booming post-pandemic, but local residents express increasing frustration over disruptive behavior by tourists.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Former Batman restaurant Park Row and ex-London celeb hotspot Titanic to become clay pigeon shooting ground

Plans are underway to convert a former London hotel space into a clay pigeon shooting experience with a restaurant.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Berlin

'An undesirable precedent': Dylan Hotel and residents' group opposing plans for new 100-bed hotel in centre of Dublin

Raglan Townhouse Hotel proposal raises local concerns over design, overshadowing impacts, and market saturation in Dublin 4.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Views sought on bus route 'so packed schoolchildren have to wait ages to get home'

The 499 bus route is experiencing significant overcrowding, particularly during school hours, leading to long wait times for children.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
London

Horrendous': rise in tourism stokes local tensions in Lake District town

Bowness-on-Windermere faces tensions from rising tourism, noise, and crime, impacting residents' quality of life.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago
London

The Bromley street where residents are 'terrified' of cars speeding up to 75mph

Speeding on Siward Road is a serious issue affecting pedestrian safety, prompting local residents to call for better enforcement and action from authorities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Data science

Godalming and Ash voters: tell us which issues will decide this election

The Guardian is seeking input from residents of Godalming and Ash on key election issues for an upcoming report.
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