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fromHomebuilding
18 hours ago

Self builder who faced homelessness due to bungalow demolition order defies councils demands

Mark Jones, 55, had been ordered to knock down the home built in a garden in Sutton Coldfield by Birmingham City Council because he lacked the appropriate planning permissions. Despite being informed that proper planning consent was required, he continued the construction.
Renovation
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
3 days ago

Families feel 'worn down and unheard' by Redbridge's 'ineffective' SEND provision

Ofsted inspectors state that the system for special education needs is ineffective, with many parents and carers expressing feelings of frustration and being unheard.
Education
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Historic pub loved by Charles Dickens battles to keep riverside tables branded 'visual clutter' by council

We would rather people sit down, we take your order, and we bring you your food and drink. We will have standing drinking and the noise will creep up and up.
London politics
#affordable-housing
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago
Renovation

How this one council is 25 years ahead in its housing supply while many others are struggling to meet targets

fromHomebuilding
1 month ago
Renovation

How this one council is 25 years ahead in its housing supply while many others are struggling to meet targets

fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Man 'furious' after being fined 160 for parking outside own driveway

I feel the council's policy is a money-making scheme rather than a genuine bid to crack down on illegal parking. The logic behind it does not make sense.
London politics
#fly-tipping
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Farage is launching new 'Doge' unit at first council - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

For too long, British taxpayers have watched their money vanish into a black hole. Their taxes keep going up, their bin collections keep getting less frequent.
London startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Primrose Hill restaurant 'besieged' by e-bikes after council installs parking bay outside entrance

Lemonia, a Greek taverna in Primrose Hill, faces dangers from e-bikes blocking access, jeopardizing deliveries and safety after a new parking bay installation by the council.
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#residential-development
#rugby
#urban-development
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

In pictures: London bridges from boring to beautiful

Wandsworth Bridge has transformed from 'London's most boring bridge' to a vibrant landmark after new exterior lighting was added.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Temporary parking restrictions to be imposed on two busy Penge roads

The council of the London Borough of Bromley announced the restrictions to allow Southern Gas Networks (SGN) to complete gas main connection works.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

'I paid 2k for a dropped kerb in Bexley but am still waiting six months later'

It's absolutely ridiculous to say they were doing street repairs because there's nothing wrong with the pavement, he said. When my dropped kerb comes down, the new tarmac is all going to be dug up again right in the same place.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 months ago

Leisure centre to be transformed into 'space with something for everyone'

"This transformation reflects what Talacre Community Sports Centre is all about—offering a diverse range of sports and activities, new spaces for exercise and learning, and a park-side café for individuals and families of all ages to relax and connect."
London politics
fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk
3 months ago

Pub 'with a long history of nuisance' forced to bring forward last orders

In response to numerous complaints and a licensing review, the Nightingale on the Green will face 30 conditions, including reduced hours and noise control measures.
London politics
#housing-development
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Kingston town retail space to become games arcade

Kingston's former Wilko store will be converted into a games arcade, confirming the future of the prominent retail space.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

Hornchurch pub bids to extend drinking hours

The Ardleigh pub in Hornchurch is applying to Havering Council to extend its drinking and music hours to create consistency throughout the week.
London politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

'Our bowls club is a lifeline - but council's huge rent hike would force it to shut'

Ray Bell expressed deep concern over the council's hefty rent increase, warning that if accepted, the club could face closure, which would devastate its members.
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

This north London borough is closing seven libraries

Enfield Council will close nearly half of its libraries to save £500,000 annually and address budget pressures.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago

Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by council

Local council opposes new Chinese embassy due to potential security risks from protests.
Communities Secretary will make the final decision despite local council's objections.
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