Groucho Club to reopen following alleged rapeThe Groucho Club in London has received permission to reopen under specific conditions after a review related to an alleged rape incident.
Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham PalaceLate-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
Judge orders urgent safety works on Paddington residential block with dangerous claddingA Kuwaiti company must remove dangerous cladding and fix fire safety issues at a Paddington block by October 2026.
Groucho Club to reopen following alleged rapeThe Groucho Club in London has received permission to reopen under specific conditions after a review related to an alleged rape incident.
Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham PalaceLate-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
Judge orders urgent safety works on Paddington residential block with dangerous claddingA Kuwaiti company must remove dangerous cladding and fix fire safety issues at a Paddington block by October 2026.
Another plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street announcedThe Mayor of London proposes to pedestrianise part of Oxford Street, but details and local concerns remain unaddressed.
West End wars: Who will win the new battle for the soul of Soho?Business leaders claim Westminster council's planning rejections threaten Soho's vibrancy, while residents argue for necessary restrictions due to crime and anti-social behavior.
Can a traffic-free Oxford Street match its global rivals?Khan's ambitious plan aims to pedestrianize Oxford Street to boost shopping and tourism.Concerns arise from local authorities about the feasibility and implications of the proposed changes.
Westminster Council wants to ban estate agent's For Sale boardsWestminster Council plans to ban estate agent signs in the borough unless permission is granted for each sign, aiming to improve visual appeal and reduce street clutter.
Another plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street announcedThe Mayor of London proposes to pedestrianise part of Oxford Street, but details and local concerns remain unaddressed.
West End wars: Who will win the new battle for the soul of Soho?Business leaders claim Westminster council's planning rejections threaten Soho's vibrancy, while residents argue for necessary restrictions due to crime and anti-social behavior.
Can a traffic-free Oxford Street match its global rivals?Khan's ambitious plan aims to pedestrianize Oxford Street to boost shopping and tourism.Concerns arise from local authorities about the feasibility and implications of the proposed changes.
Westminster Council wants to ban estate agent's For Sale boardsWestminster Council plans to ban estate agent signs in the borough unless permission is granted for each sign, aiming to improve visual appeal and reduce street clutter.
London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scamsWestminster City Council is actively cracking down on illegal street traders in London during the festive season to protect tourists from scams.
Legendary London nightclub Heaven has had its licence suspended and will shut for at least 28 daysHeaven nightclub temporarily closed following a security staff's rape charge, raising safety and procedural concerns at the venue.
London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scamsWestminster City Council is actively cracking down on illegal street traders in London during the festive season to protect tourists from scams.
Legendary London nightclub Heaven has had its licence suspended and will shut for at least 28 daysHeaven nightclub temporarily closed following a security staff's rape charge, raising safety and procedural concerns at the venue.
The Labour vs Labour battle for Oxford StreetThe collaboration between London's Labour mayor and Labour government could create tensions with Westminster's Labour council, complicating local governance.
2.8M project to transform Westbourne Green canalside path approvedWestminster Council has approved funding for a canal walkway makeover in Paddington, creating a wider shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Eight central London public toilets are getting swanky makeoversWestminster Council is set to refurbish eight public toilets in central London, emphasizing inclusive design and civic pride.
The Labour vs Labour battle for Oxford StreetThe collaboration between London's Labour mayor and Labour government could create tensions with Westminster's Labour council, complicating local governance.
2.8M project to transform Westbourne Green canalside path approvedWestminster Council has approved funding for a canal walkway makeover in Paddington, creating a wider shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Eight central London public toilets are getting swanky makeoversWestminster Council is set to refurbish eight public toilets in central London, emphasizing inclusive design and civic pride.
Groucho Club's licence suspended while Met investigates serious offenceThe Groucho Club is temporarily closed due to a police investigation into a serious crime at the venue, with its licence suspended for 28 days.
Club is biggest crime generator in borough - MetHeaven nightclub faces a 28-day license suspension, cited as the highest crime generator in Westminster due to multiple reported incidents.
An artistic makeover for the West End's public toiletsWestminster Council is investing over £12 million on an extensive refurbishment of public toilets across the West End, enhancing both functionality and design.
High-end restaurant Le Caprice given green light to open in former US Embassy site in MayfairLe Caprice will open in Mayfair, offering high-end dining options and a late-night atmosphere within a luxury hotel.
The London pub where prices jump 2 after 10pmPub prices increase by £2 per pint after 10pm due to inflation and local requests for enhanced security.
Chinatown restaurant slapped with 42,000 fine after dead mice and cockroaches found in kitchenGosing Limited and its director were fined for multiple food hygiene violations including pest issues and cross-contamination, stressing the importance of food safety compliance.
Well-known Chinatown restaurant fined after mice and cockroaches found in kitchenWong Kei restaurant fined over £42,000 due to severe food hygiene violations, including dead mice and cockroaches.
Chinatown restaurant slapped with 42,000 fine after dead mice and cockroaches found in kitchenGosing Limited and its director were fined for multiple food hygiene violations including pest issues and cross-contamination, stressing the importance of food safety compliance.
Well-known Chinatown restaurant fined after mice and cockroaches found in kitchenWong Kei restaurant fined over £42,000 due to severe food hygiene violations, including dead mice and cockroaches.
'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global RadioGlobal Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.
Oxford Street just got a step closer to going completely car-freeSadiq Khan aims to ban traffic on Oxford Street to reduce crowding and revive retail.Plans face opposition from Westminster Council over traffic rerouting and access concerns.
Oxford Street sweeter with fewer shops empty or selling candyOxford Street vacancy rates down by 40%Revival attributed to factors like transportation, tourism, council action
Oxford Street just got a step closer to going completely car-freeSadiq Khan aims to ban traffic on Oxford Street to reduce crowding and revive retail.Plans face opposition from Westminster Council over traffic rerouting and access concerns.
Oxford Street sweeter with fewer shops empty or selling candyOxford Street vacancy rates down by 40%Revival attributed to factors like transportation, tourism, council action
250,000 supercar seized by police after excessive revving in Parliament SquareA 250,000 supercar was seized for anti-social driving in Westminster, reflecting a crackdown on such behavior by the Metropolitan Police and Westminster council.
'It's too much' say residents at London mansion block hosting more tourists than RitzShort-term letting in Park West impacting residents negatively with noise and disruption.
Illegal rave venue in Marylebone shut down after reports of 'thumping music' and 'public urination'Unauthorised music events lasted over 14 hours with disruptive impact on neighborsCouncil and police took action to shut down illegal raves and secure the premises
This central London leisure centre is getting a huge 42 million revampSeymour Centre in Marylebone is set for a significant transformation, including a new sports hall, library, and café.The renovation aims to address urgent improvements and repurpose underused spaces into a multi-purpose community facility.
London council offers free lunch for children from nursery to secondary schoolWestminster Council will continue funding free school meals for nursery and secondary school pupils indefinitely to improve children's health and wellbeing.