Haringey’s Cultural Vanguard: Veronica McKenzie
As Haringey gears up to take centre stage as the London Borough of Culture in 2027, the spotlight falls on some of the remarkable individuals who embody the rebellious, free-spirited energy of
Labour Secures Burnt Oak Victory in Barnet By-Election
Labour candidate Charlotte Elizabeth Daus has won the Burnt Oak ward by-election, strengthening her party’s hold on Barnet Council. The result was officially declared yesterday at the council’s headquarters in Colindale. Daus’s
‘Loved and Wanted’: Mayor’s £1m Plan to Unite Londoners
Launched at Outernet London on Valentine’s Day, the Loved and Wanted campaign sends a resounding message: London is, and always will be, a place for everyone. The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan,
Trump’s VAT Tariff Plan Raises UK Trade Fears
President Donald Trump’s plan to impose reciprocal tariffs factoring in VAT has sparked concerns over its potential impact on UK exports, including cars, pharmaceuticals, and food products. British businesses now face uncertainty
London Daily makes historic return to Fleet Street with digital and print editions
The editorial policy is focussing on “News is Local.” The newspaper wants to connect London’s diverse communities through local news and events. Tagline of the London Daily is “Local Paper for the
BEfriend initiative tackles loneliness in Hounslow
The BEfriend programme, launched in 2023, offers weekly visits or phone calls from trained volunteers, as well as opportunities for group outings. A pioneering initiative to combat loneliness in Hounslow is yielding
Greener spotlight for iconic Broadway Theatre
The funding marks the first step in a larger project aimed at transforming the theatre’s lighting systems to environmentally friendly LEDs by 2030. The iconic Broadway Theatre in Catford is set to
Crime drops in H&F as safety investments pay off
The decrease follows H&F Council’s £6.6 million investment in crime-fighting measures, such as an extensive CCTV network and increased Law Enforcement Team (LET) patrols. Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) has reported a significant
Free bulky waste collections for Wandsworth residents
Every household in Wandsworth now gets two free bulky waste collections a year, saving families £47 each, in an ambitious new move to achieve cleaner streets across the borough. Wandsworth Council has
Ed Sheeran backs West Kensington music school
With Ed Sheeran’s funding boost, the Foundation is poised to make a lasting impact, giving more children access to transformative musical opportunities. The Rhythm Studio Foundation, a contemporary music academy in West