London’s economy continues to grow as national forecasts scaled back

London’s economy continues to grow as national forecasts scaled back

The latest City Hall overview pulls together official data for exports and output along with employment projections With the government reportedly needing to fill a financial hole of “at least £50 billion”... Read more »
National Fish & Chip awards: South East London shop named finalist

National Fish & Chip awards: South East London shop named finalist

A South East London fish and chip shop has been named as a finalist in a national takeaway of the year competition.  Olley’s Fish Experience Fish and Chips in nearby Dulwich Village... Read more »
Muslim cleric awarded an OBE for dropped after attending event singing national anthem

Muslim cleric awarded an OBE for dropped after attending event singing national anthem

One of Britain’s most prominent Muslim clerics has been sidelined by his superiors after he attended an event where the new National Anthem was sung. Imam Mohammed Mahmoud has been told he can... Read more »
Newham and Redbridge councillors get national awards nod

Newham and Redbridge councillors get national awards nod

Published: 1:07 PM October 12, 2022 Two east London councillors have been shortlisted for national awards. Cllrs Mariam Dawood, who represents Manor Park ward in Newham, and Rosa Gomez, ward councillor for... Read more »
How The National is covering the Supreme Court indyref showdown today

How The National is covering the Supreme Court indyref showdown today

TODAY and tomorrow, the Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether Scotland can legally hold an independence referendum without Westminster’s permission.  It’s a hugely significant moment for the country – and will... Read more »
LPS Canine Unit attends national training seminar

LPS Canine Unit attends national training seminar

During a national canine unit training seminar held over the weekend, several police dogs proved that no job is too “ruff” for the furriest members of the London Police Service (LPS). According... Read more »
Richmond Council hosts events for national Clean and Green Week

Richmond Council hosts events for national Clean and Green Week

Richmond Council hosted a number of events to support a national Clean and Green Week to tackle climate change. Habitats and Heritage worked with Richmond Council to create a weeks worth of... Read more »
Wandsworth boy takes double gold at National Swimming Championships – South London News

Wandsworth boy takes double gold at National Swimming Championships – South London News

A boy from Wandsworth has won two gold medals at the National Swimming Championships this August. Sonny Thomas, 16, from Earlsfield, put in a spectacular performance in both the 400m and 800m... Read more »
National Drought Group agrees further steps to manage drought now and in the long term

National Drought Group agrees further steps to manage drought now and in the long term

The National Drought Group (NDG), made up of senior decision-makers from the Environment Agency, government, water companies and key representative groups met today (23 August) under the chairmanship of Sir James Bevan,... Read more »
Greenwich Comedy Festival showcases at the National Maritime Museum September – South London News

Greenwich Comedy Festival showcases at the National Maritime Museum September – South London News

Greenwich Comedy Festival, the capital’s annual showcase of the best names in comedy, is set to light up the lawns of the National Maritime Museum next month from September 14-18. Stewart Lee,... Read more »