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It was a time for niceties in the Commons. Kemi doesn't do niceties | John Crace

Kemi Badenoch's aggressive stance against climate discussions at Westminster highlights rising tensions within the Tory party regarding environmental policies.

Kemi's Tories Haven't Got Talent show fields A N Other at PMQs

Oliver Dowden's political journey serves as a stark reminder of Westminster's brutal realities and the shifting fortunes within party dynamics.

Reviving the Roaring Twenties at The Astor

The Astor blends historic grandeur with modern luxury in London's political center.

It was a time for niceties in the Commons. Kemi doesn't do niceties | John Crace

Kemi Badenoch's aggressive stance against climate discussions at Westminster highlights rising tensions within the Tory party regarding environmental policies.

Kemi's Tories Haven't Got Talent show fields A N Other at PMQs

Oliver Dowden's political journey serves as a stark reminder of Westminster's brutal realities and the shifting fortunes within party dynamics.

Reviving the Roaring Twenties at The Astor

The Astor blends historic grandeur with modern luxury in London's political center.

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#local-government

In Kent, Labour has a fight on its hands and a make-or-break test for its housing revolution | Polly Toynbee

The housing crisis in Kent highlights the tension between local council decisions and Westminster's commitment to rapid home building.

Quarter of Westminster primary school places empty

Westminster faces a growing crisis with over 25% of primary school places unfilled, threatening school budgets and financial stability.

In Kent, Labour has a fight on its hands and a make-or-break test for its housing revolution | Polly Toynbee

The housing crisis in Kent highlights the tension between local council decisions and Westminster's commitment to rapid home building.

Quarter of Westminster primary school places empty

Westminster faces a growing crisis with over 25% of primary school places unfilled, threatening school budgets and financial stability.

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Man grabs woman's butt, says she has no rights because she's Mexican, CA police say

A man was arrested for a hate crime after inappropriately touching a woman and making derogatory remarks in a California store.

'Sorrow' Salmond did not live to see an independent Scotland - Flynn

Stephen Flynn expressed personal sorrow over Alex Salmond's death, underscoring his impact on Scotland and the importance of bringing him home.

#murder

Man charged after 19-year-old stabbed to death in Westminster

A 19-year-old named Mohammed Adam Abdi was fatally stabbed in Westminster, prompting murder charges against a 23-year-old suspect.

Dagenham teen charged with murder of homeless man sheltering in bin shed

A teenager has been charged with the murder of Anthony Marks, a homeless man, while police seek help in identifying his next of kin.

Man charged after 19-year-old stabbed to death in Westminster

A 19-year-old named Mohammed Adam Abdi was fatally stabbed in Westminster, prompting murder charges against a 23-year-old suspect.

Dagenham teen charged with murder of homeless man sheltering in bin shed

A teenager has been charged with the murder of Anthony Marks, a homeless man, while police seek help in identifying his next of kin.

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Oxford Street candy shop's illegal goods destroyed

Westminster City Council has intensified enforcement actions against shops selling non-compliant food items to ensure consumer safety and product compliance in the UK.

#labour-party

Scapegoat Sue Gray's exit leaves Starmer's No 10 with nowhere to hide

Relations between Sue Gray and Keir Starmer's team were worse than reported, complicating governance from the start.

Committee ambitions of Labour's new intake raise hackles among veteran MPs

New Labour MPs are facing pushback from veterans over their bids for influential committee chair positions due to perceived inexperience.

Scapegoat Sue Gray's exit leaves Starmer's No 10 with nowhere to hide

Relations between Sue Gray and Keir Starmer's team were worse than reported, complicating governance from the start.

Committee ambitions of Labour's new intake raise hackles among veteran MPs

New Labour MPs are facing pushback from veterans over their bids for influential committee chair positions due to perceived inexperience.

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#police-response

Inside London's phone snatching problem as kids as young as four are targeted

Phone theft in Westminster primarily targets unaware tourists, with daily incidents reported in key tourist areas.

Woman, 27, stabbed to death in Westminster named as grieving family devastated'

Police confirm woman stabbed to death in Westminster named as Kamonnan Thiamphanit (Angela)

Murder investigation launched after police found victim with stab injuries at her residence

Inside London's phone snatching problem as kids as young as four are targeted

Phone theft in Westminster primarily targets unaware tourists, with daily incidents reported in key tourist areas.

Woman, 27, stabbed to death in Westminster named as grieving family devastated'

Police confirm woman stabbed to death in Westminster named as Kamonnan Thiamphanit (Angela)

Murder investigation launched after police found victim with stab injuries at her residence

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1960s office block on Victoria Street set for demolition

The aging 1960s office block on Victoria Street is proposed for demolition due to structural issues, leading to a new staggered design.

Woman airlifted to hospital after cyclist and lorry collision in Westminster

A cyclist in Westminster suffered injuries after colliding with a lorry, which could potentially change her life.

Authorities are investigating the accident without any arrests made yet.

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Vietnamese chicken wings, sizzling steaks and banh cuon on the ultimate Westminster and Garden Grove food crawl

Westminster and Garden Grove are vibrant shopping hubs with diverse dining options, ideal for culinary exploration.

#public-safety

250k supercar seized as driver revs engine in central London

A joint operation by Westminster City Council and the Met Police seized 47 vehicles, including a high-speed Mosler Trenne and a £15,000 e-scooter.

Mayfair members' club loses licence over brawl

Concept Club's license revoked due to public safety concerns after a brawl, highlighting failures in management and collaboration with authorities.

250k supercar seized as driver revs engine in central London

A joint operation by Westminster City Council and the Met Police seized 47 vehicles, including a high-speed Mosler Trenne and a £15,000 e-scooter.

Mayfair members' club loses licence over brawl

Concept Club's license revoked due to public safety concerns after a brawl, highlighting failures in management and collaboration with authorities.

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The secret garden once a 'derelict dump' in central London you need to visit

Discover the Onion Garden in Westminster, a tranquil community green space born out of a vision to transform a derelict area into an enchanting spot in central London.

#london

15 Wonderful Things To Do In Westminster That Are Loved By Locals And Tourists Alike

Westminster, London, is a historic district filled with iconic landmarks, culture, dining, and hidden gems.

London boroughs among those with highest fly-tipping increase

Fly-tipping incidents in parts of London have increased significantly, with Tower Hamlets, Barnet, and Westminster among the boroughs that experienced the biggest rise.

Brent recorded the highest number of fly-tipping incidents of any borough in England.

The data from the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) also showed that London ranked highly for boroughs with the most recorded fly-tipping incidents.

Three London boroughs are the worst in the UK for fly-tipping

Tower Hamlets experienced a jump in fly-tipping cases of over 90% between 2022 and 2023.

Barnet and Westminster also saw significant increases in fly-tipping incidents, with jumps of 65% and 64% respectively.

15 Wonderful Things To Do In Westminster That Are Loved By Locals And Tourists Alike

Westminster, London, is a historic district filled with iconic landmarks, culture, dining, and hidden gems.

London boroughs among those with highest fly-tipping increase

Fly-tipping incidents in parts of London have increased significantly, with Tower Hamlets, Barnet, and Westminster among the boroughs that experienced the biggest rise.

Brent recorded the highest number of fly-tipping incidents of any borough in England.

The data from the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) also showed that London ranked highly for boroughs with the most recorded fly-tipping incidents.

Three London boroughs are the worst in the UK for fly-tipping

Tower Hamlets experienced a jump in fly-tipping cases of over 90% between 2022 and 2023.

Barnet and Westminster also saw significant increases in fly-tipping incidents, with jumps of 65% and 64% respectively.

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#metropolitan-police

Undercover police operation catches luxury watch thieves in central London video

The Metropolitan police have used undercover officers to catch thieves attempting to steal luxury watches in central London.

Two operations in 2022 and 2023 reduced watch robberies in and around Westminster, after 300 luxury watches were stolen between April and September 2022.

Three police hurt and 40 arrests at pro-Palestinian march in London

Three police officers injured during pro-Palestine protest in Westminster.

Undercover police operation catches luxury watch thieves in central London video

The Metropolitan police have used undercover officers to catch thieves attempting to steal luxury watches in central London.

Two operations in 2022 and 2023 reduced watch robberies in and around Westminster, after 300 luxury watches were stolen between April and September 2022.

Three police hurt and 40 arrests at pro-Palestinian march in London

Three police officers injured during pro-Palestine protest in Westminster.

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Alliance leader Naomi Long to stand in general election

Naomi Long, leader of Alliance Party, to run for Belfast East seat in UK general election, balancing role as Stormont justice minister.

New mayor aims to get more young people involved in sport

Robert Rigby elected as Lord Mayor of Westminster.

Murder investigation launched after woman stabbed to death in London home

Murder investigation launched after woman stabbed to death in her home in Westminster.

Police appealing for information and working diligently to establish motive and identify the perpetrator.

A Map Of Westminster Place Names And Where They Come From

Westminster has a rich history dating back to the late Anglo-Saxon period with landmarks like Westminster Abbey and Palace of Westminster.

The etymology of Westminster's place names range from proper medieval origins like Paddington to more recent names like Fitzrovia and Little Venice.

A horse cemetery in London reveals medieval mounts' distant origins

Horses from Westminster horse cemetery were imported from various locations including Scandinavia.

Horses played diverse roles in medieval England as farm labor, in battle, for transport, and as status symbols.

Westminster home invasion robbers escape after short police pursuit

Police are searching for three armed suspects in a home invasion incident in Westminster.

The suspects stole valuable items after holding a man at gunpoint in his bedroom.

Sunak urged to block anyone convicted of sexual offences from standing as MP

New rules may prevent candidates with sexual offence convictions from standing as MPs.

Scottish parliament introducing rules to bar individuals with sexual offence convictions from standing as MSPs or councillors.

Westminster named London's most dangerous borough with over 100,000 offences every year

Westminster is the crime hotspot in London, with almost 100,000 criminal offences reported in the past year.

Crime in London is on the rise, with theft nearly doubling since 2021.

#Star Chamber

Chris Mason: Rwanda bill a reminder of Brexit Tory divisions

The Star Chamber, a group of legal experts, is back in Westminster to scrutinize the government's planned law on the Rwanda migrants plan.