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The Society of Radiographers warns that patients filming medical treatments for social media could jeopardize patient confidentiality and distract healthcare staff. The union urges NHS trusts to establish policies regulating filming during procedures. Healthcare professionals stress the importance of discussing recording intentions with staff.
A new housing block in Acton, west London, will provide 102 affordable flats exclusively for women, marking a UK first. Ealing Council aims to support women, especially survivors of domestic abuse, amid a significant housing crisis in the area. Construction is expected to be completed by summer 2025.
Transport for London (TfL) has begun issuing Fixed Penalty Notices to bike hire companies Lime and Forest for e-bikes abandoned on the roads, totaling 333 fines issued. The enforcement policy aims to tackle poor parking, particularly on designated red routes, where safety and accessibility are compromised. Both companies acknowledged the issue and are working to improve compliance.
Mayor Sadiq Khan criticized Chancellor Rachel Reeves for her Spending Review, claiming it made a "colossal mistake" by not supporting necessary infrastructure projects in London. While he acknowledged record funding for police, he emphasized the need for projects like the DLR extension to create jobs and housing. Khan stated that the government should not pit London against the rest of the country.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan plans to ban vehicles on a 0.7-mile stretch of Oxford Street, citing two-thirds public support for the initiative. The proposal aims to revitalize the iconic shopping destination, pending approval from Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner. Local leaders express concerns over traffic diversion and the impact on accessibility.
A charity worker named Annabel Rook, 46, was found fatally stabbed after a gas explosion at her home in Stoke Newington, north London. A 44-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, with police indicating the incident is domestic-related. Two children were hospitalized as a precaution but were not present during the explosion.
A 67-year-old man was arrested in Primrose Hill, north London, on suspicion of attempted rape at a cinema. The incident allegedly took place on June 11 at a cinema on Finchley Road. Metropolitan Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and emphasized the importance of community safety.
Complaints about shared ownership schemes in England have surged by nearly 400% since 2020, as many homeowners express feelings of being trapped. The Housing Ombudsman reported receiving 1,564 complaints in 2024, highlighting issues such as repairs and difficulties in selling properties. Former shared ownership residents describe their experiences as traumatic, leading some to return to private renting.
A nursery worker in London, Roksana Lecka, has been convicted of abusing 21 infants, including kicking a boy in the face. She admitted to seven counts of cruelty and was found guilty of another 14 at Kingston Crown Court. The abuse was documented through CCTV footage, leading to her conviction.
A Metropolitan Police officer, PC Victoria Wray, admitted failings in the strip-search of a 15-year-old black schoolgirl known as Child Q. The incident occurred in December 2020 after teachers mistakenly suspected her of carrying cannabis, leading to a search that involved her removing all clothing while menstruating. Wray expressed regret but believed she was following established protocols at the time.