Concerns borough becoming a ‘cultural wasteland’ as arts facilities close
A lack of arts buildings in Bromley could lead to the borough becoming a ‘cultural wasteland’, a councillor has claimed. The comments came alongside…
New extension to the DLR from Beckton to Barking Riverside will be ‘considered’
A new extension to the DLR from Beckton to Barking Riverside will be “considered”, Sadiq Khan’s transport deputy said this week. Plans are already…
Plans to replace Hammersmith flyover with a new tunnel
A West London council is looking to replace a 1960s flyover with a new tunnel as part of its long-term plans for a key…
How could the new government affect building in Kent’s Green Belt?
Within only days of being elected, Labour’s new Chancellor Rachel Reeves has stated the “urgent” need for planning reform and for new homes on…
South London hospital to open new sensory garden to help dementia patients
A South London hospital will open a new sensory garden filled with flowers and plants to help patients with dementia. The dementia team at…
Plans for over 1,250 new homes at Millennium Retail Park in Greenwich
Plans have been revealed for over 1,250 new homes in Greenwich including a new high street and public square. The project, called Peninsula Gardens,…
This school went from ‘requires improvement’ to ‘outstanding’ in just two-and-a-half years – and this is how they did it
For many children at school, giving their teachers feedback on how they’re doing and suggestions for improvement would be a quick way to earn…
Labour’s Bell Ribeiro-Addy has been elected MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill
Labour’s Bell Ribeiro-Addy has been elected MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill. Ribeiro-Addy, 39, won 24,166 votes. Ben Curtis, the Liberal Democrat candidate finished…
Labour’s Steve Reed has been elected MP for Streatham and Croydon
Labour’s Steve Reed has been re-elected as MP for Streatham and Croydon North in South London. Reed, 60, won with 23,242 votes. Green Party…
Greenwich Park and Creekside residents objected to plans for a nearby market to play music
South London residents have objected to plans for a nearby market to play music, with some reportedly relying on sleeping pills to block the…
Locals rally to save library from closure as Croydon Council rules out supporting volunteer service
Residents have called for Croydon Council to reconsider plans to close Shirley Library, claiming it would receive more footfall if it was open more…
Streatham Common and Vale by-election win for Labour
Labour has swept to victory in a Lambeth Council by-election called after a councillor resigned. Dominic Armstrong, the party’s candidate for Streatham Common and…
