Police respond to controversial arrest in Whitechapel Road

Police respond to controversial arrest in Whitechapel Road

The video was taken in Whitechapel Road yesterday (July 12) and has sparked controversy across social media platforms, including X.  Footage shows the moment a man holding a Palestinian flag was approached... Read more »
Carpetright set for administration – as London jobs at risk

Carpetright set for administration – as London jobs at risk

The carpet retailer, which has ten stores across London, has filed a notice to appoint administrators. PwC is reportedly set to be appointed to seek emergency funding or a rescue buyer, following the company’s... Read more »
Prolific thief who stole from pubs banned from London City

Prolific thief who stole from pubs banned from London City

Hamza Kalouache, described as a professional thief, has been stealing from people in the City since 2020.  The 34-year-old was recently found guilty of stealing a bag from a pub on Watling... Read more »
London Tube closures July 12-14: See the full list TfL

London Tube closures July 12-14: See the full list TfL

As with most weekends, some stations will be closed or partly closed for TfL to carry out essential work. We’ve broken down a list of all the work on the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line this weekend... Read more »
South east London museum and farm shop among businesses up for national award

South east London museum and farm shop among businesses up for national award

A south east London museum and a farm shop are among the 105 businesses in the running to win a national award. Muddy Stilettos have announced the UK finalists for the National... Read more »
National Muddy Awards 2024: Two south east London businesses in final

National Muddy Awards 2024: Two south east London businesses in final

Muddy Stilettos have announced the UK finalists for the National Muddy Awards, bringing together businesses across a range of sectors from hospitality to the arts in 21 categories. This year, seven businesses... Read more »
‘Truly inspirational’ Young V&A named Museum of the Year 2024

‘Truly inspirational’ Young V&A named Museum of the Year 2024

The funding is the single biggest museum prize in the world, with judges praising the Hackney museum for being “truly inspirational”. The Young V&A beat four other finalists – Craven Museum in... Read more »
Drivers to be charged up to £4 to use two east London tunnels under TfL plan

Drivers to be charged up to £4 to use two east London tunnels under TfL plan

Transport for London (TfL) has launched an eight-week consultation of the level of charges for the Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels. It is proposing that car journeys at peak times – weekdays between... Read more »
Stepney Green drug dealer jailed at Snaresbrook Crown Court

Stepney Green drug dealer jailed at Snaresbrook Crown Court

Mohammed Jakir Hussain, of Stepney Green Court, appeared at Snaresbrook Crown Court on June 28 for sentencing in relation to several offences.  His imprisonment follows a police investigation dating back to 2021,... Read more »
Plans Revealed for Vast Plant-Themed Community Space in Waltham Forest

Plans Revealed for Vast Plant-Themed Community Space in Waltham Forest

Campaigners at East London Waterworks Park have announced new plans for a ‘learning petal’ as part of continued efforts to transform the former Thames Water parking lot into a community hub. This... Read more »