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A couple is charged with murdering their three-year-old daughter, Penelope Chandrie, by deliberately starving her over several months. Her body was found emaciated and bruised at their Hayes home, with the court hearing details of their neglect and mistreatment. The defendants face multiple charges, including murder and manslaughter, and are remanded in custody ahead of a plea hearing.
British Transport Police seek a woman suspected of sexually assaulting a teenager at Paddington railway station. The incident occurred shortly before 23:00 BST on 31 August. Authorities released an image of the woman, who was carrying an orange suitcase and wearing a pink jumper.
Redbridge Council leader Kam Rai will advocate for government funding to replace the closed Broadmead Bridge at the Labour conference. The bridge, vital for local traffic, has been shut since July 2023 due to structural defects, and the council cannot afford the estimated £80 million rebuild costs.
Crystal Palace football club now offers special headsets to visually impaired fans, allowing them to better experience live matches. Sophia, a young fan with a rare eye condition, reports that the technology has made her feel more connected to the game and the crowd. The initiative aims to increase attendance among visually impaired spectators, addressing a significant accessibility gap in sports.
The Bernie Grant Arts Centre in north London revealed plans to reopen its café and host major events, despite ongoing financial difficulties. Some tenants expressed discontent over recent rent increases, leading to evictions and a perceived lack of support from management. Interim director Sunita Pandya Malik aims to refocus the centre on local community needs.
Sarah Johnson, a victim of sexual assault by physiotherapist Purnoor Bawa, argues that practitioners facing allegations should be suspended immediately to protect patients. Bawa, who received a six-year prison sentence for assaulting multiple women, continued to practice even after being suspended. Johnson’s case highlights failures in oversight and accountability within the healthcare system.
A BBC undercover investigation reveals nurses and pharmacists are endangering patients by providing Botox without proper checks. Medical regulations require in-person consultations and prescriptions, which many professionals are bypassing, raising risks of severe complications. Regulators express concern and plan to review the evidence against these practitioners.
An Odeon cinema in south-east London was saved from a nearby fire that largely destroyed a mixed-use building. The London Fire Brigade deployed ten fire engines and approximately 70 firefighters to control the blaze, which broke out before 08:00 BST. No injuries were reported, and the fire was brought under control without spreading to the cinema.
Glam rock icon Marc Bolan received a blue plaque at his former home in west London, where he created many of his hits. The tribute coincided with the release of previously unheard T. Rex tracks, including "I'm Dazed." Bolan's contributions to music and fashion during the 1970s continue to resonate, as noted by fellow musicians and cultural commentators.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan defended the capital's safety statistics, asserting violent crime has decreased across all boroughs by nearly 12% over the past year. Critics, including the Conservative Party, argue that the figures are selectively presented and highlight rising knife crime. Khan emphasized the need to focus on evidence while addressing perceptions of safety.