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Five Labour councillors defect to Greens in London
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party suffers a significant setback as five councillors in Brent, London, join the Green Party ahead of crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
London councils spend £500m on private firms in 2024
A new report exposes London councils' 'sustained reliance' on consultancy and outsourcing firms, with spending exceeding half a billion pounds last year. Discover the impact of austerity and the call to rebuild public services.
London's Top 25 Martinis Ranked After 5-Year Search
After a five-year mission to find London's ultimate martini, two intrepid drinkers reveal their definitive ranking of 25 hotel bars, from the overhyped to the sublime. Discover where to sip like Bond.
Annie McCormick Suddenly Quits 6ABC News Role
Beloved 6ABC anchor Annie McCormick announces sudden departure after 13 years, stunning viewers. Read her farewell message and what's next for the Emmy-nominated journalist.
$30M Donations Boost Local News Support Programme
The AP Fund for Journalism receives over $30 million in donations, enabling a major expansion of its programme providing vital resources to local and state newsrooms across the UK. Discover how this initiative is rebuilding community news.
Khan: London's global crown debunks city critics
Mayor Sadiq Khan defends London's global status, citing falling violent crime and cultural vibrancy as proof against critics who 'hate our success'. Discover the data behind the debate.
70s East End: Photos of Lost London Life
Step back in time with remarkable 70s photographs capturing the vanishing world of London's East End - from bustling markets to community pubs and changing streetscapes.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Squid Game London Immersive Experience Review
Step into the deadly world of Netflix's Squid Game at London's immersive experience. Our review reveals whether this £55 attraction delivers the chilling thrill of the original series or falls flat.
London's Ultimate Luxury Hotels: Insider's Guide
Discover the crème de la crème of London's luxury hotel scene, from historic landmarks to contemporary design masterpieces offering unparalleled service and sophistication.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Child dies in London hazardous materials incident
A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Following a 170-year-old map through London reveals hidden secrets
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
10 Fantastic Free London Attractions You Must Visit
Discover how to experience the best of London without spending a penny. From royal parks to world-class museums, explore the capital's top free attractions that promise unforgettable experiences.
London's Best Restaurant Is A Chip Shop - We Tried It
Discover why this unassuming Greenwich chippy is beating Mayfair's finest restaurants to become London's top-rated eatery on TripAdvisor with its perfect fish and chips.
London's Historic Islamic Bookshop Faces Closure
The Islamic Book Centre, London's oldest Islamic bookshop serving the community for 45 years, is at risk of permanent closure due to soaring rent prices and declining sales, sparking a fundraising campaign to save this cultural landmark.
The Wanderers Review: Cosmic Theatre Magic in London
Discover our compelling review of 'The Wanderers' at London's Marylebone Theatre - a mesmerising production that blends cosmic wonder with human connection in an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Highgate locals battle tourist invasion
Residents of exclusive North London enclave Highgate declare war on disruptive tourists as their peaceful neighbourhood becomes overwhelmed by visitors seeking famous cemetery and celebrity homes.
London's Epic New Zipline: Soar Above Olympic Park
Experience London from breathtaking new heights as Europe's longest urban zipline opens in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, offering thrill-seekers a 35mph adventure across the iconic skyline.
London's £500pm Studio Flat: Shocking Reality Revealed
A journalist's firsthand account reveals the shocking reality of London's most affordable rental property - a tiny studio flat that exposes the capital's housing crisis.
Lady Chu wins Westminster council seat after Tory disqualification
Labour candidate Lady Ming Qing Chu secures dramatic victory in Westminster council election after Conservative rival disqualified over nomination form errors, marking significant political shift in traditional Tory stronghold.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
80 firefighters battle major Forest Hill commercial blaze
Dramatic firefighting operation in southeast London as crews tackle significant commercial building fire with ten fire engines deployed to the scene.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
London home sale beside UK's most secretive neighbour
A stunning detached family home in London has hit the market with one extraordinary feature - it sits beside the UK's most secretive residence, known only as 'Number 1' and protected by armed police.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
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