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London Mayor Sadiq Khan pledges to end rough sleeping by 2030, backed by £17 million in government funding. His strategy includes preventing homelessness and providing support to those at risk, while critics argue that more needs to be done to address the housing crisis.
Transport for London (TfL) is trialing the iconic 'ding ding' sound from the original Routemaster bus to enhance safety for passengers. The sound aims to remind customers to hold on while the bus departs, addressing the 71% of injuries caused by slips and falls. The trial is currently running on routes 183 and 94, with teams on board collecting customer feedback.
Cher Maximen's family urges a focus on addressing the root causes of knife crime rather than canceling the Notting Hill Carnival. Following her murder, they emphasize that the annual event is not responsible for the violence and call for community safety improvements. Organizers assert that violence is unrelated to the carnival's values.
Three masked intruders who robbed Olympic cyclist Mark Cavendish at knifepoint must repay over £750,000 or face extended prison sentences. The Chelmsford Crown Court ordered the gang to pay the sum within three months, with luxury watches still missing from the robbery. Judge Alexander Mills emphasized their financial benefits from the crime and the need for restitution.
Westminster City Council launches a three-month trial of air purifiers in central London restaurants to combat cooking emissions contributing to air pollution. The initiative, which incurs no costs for participating businesses, aims to track and reduce particulate matter (PM2.5) from cooking. Four restaurants, including Apricity in Mayfair, are participating in the pilot program.
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Chelsea on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson related to fires at properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer. This follows the arrests of two other men, including a 26-year-old caught at Luton Airport. The incidents are under investigation by the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command.
London's Barbican Centre plans a £240 million refurbishment of its conservatory, lakeside, and foyers, with construction set to start in 2027. The upgrades aim to enhance accessibility and sustainability ahead of the Centre's 50th anniversary in 2030. Public feedback has shaped the designs, with over 90% supporting the initial proposal.
Crystal Palace won their first FA Cup after defeating Manchester City 1-0 in the final at Wembley. Fans in Croydon celebrated wildly as the match concluded. This victory marks a historic achievement for the club.
Normal service has resumed on most London Underground lines after a power failure caused major disruptions. The National Grid resolved the fault quickly, but a voltage dip affected local power supplies and led to a fire at an electrical substation in Maida Vale. Passengers on the Metropolitan line still face severe delays due to ongoing engineering works.
An 11-year-old girl drowned at Liquid Leisure water park due to the absence of clear deep water warning signs. An inquest revealed that while some areas were deep, signs only indicated shallow water, leading to confusion among parents. The park's owner acknowledged that more lifeguards should have been present during the incident.