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Projects · WestminsterBig Ben set for time change and maintenance this weekend
The Cumbria Clock Company is preparing to adjust Big Ben to Greenwich Meantime this Sunday. The team will also undertake essential maintenance on the Elizabeth Tower clock and Westminster Abbey.
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Projects · East LondonYork Hall closure costs £924,000 amid Legionella fears
York Hall in Bethnal Green has been closed by Tower Hamlets Council due to Legionella bacteria. The closure, which began on 15 July, is expected to cost £924,000 and may extend into next year.
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London New Year's Eve fireworks tickets go on sale
Tickets for London's New Year's Eve fireworks display are now on sale. Approximately 100,000 people are expected to attend the event, which will feature fireworks and light projections around the London Eye.
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Victorian Gallions Hotel and Railway Station Restored
Built in the 1880s by the London and St Katharine Docks Company, the Gallions Hotel served as a departure point for ocean-going passenger ships. It was connected by its own railway line, which closed in 1940. The hotel has now been restored and operates as a restaurant and pub.
East London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Projects · East London
Charlton residents unable to return home two months after façade collapse
Two months after a roof façade collapsed on Woodland Terrace in Charlton, 14 homeowners remain displaced. Greenwich Council is removing dangerous masonry, while residents face uncertainty over insurance claims and when they can safely return to their properties.
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Projects · LondonCity of London to get 300-metre skyscraper next to Gherkin
Plans for a 300-metre, 70-storey skyscraper have been proposed for the City of London, located next to The Gherkin. New York-based insurer AmTrust Financial Services is behind the project, aiming for completion by 2033.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 45- Projects · London
Monument Junction Redesign: TfL Consults on Safer Crossings and Cycle Lanes
Transport for London is consulting on plans to redesign the Monument tube station junction, introducing new pedestrian crossings, wider pavements, and protected cycle lanes. The changes aim to improve safety following 18 collisions in three years.
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Projects · North LondonIslington Tunnel structural assessment uses muon imaging
The Canal & River Trust has used advanced muon imaging technology to inspect Islington Tunnel, London's longest canal tunnel. The technique reduced estimated ground investigation time by six months, aiding the assessment of the 1818-completed structure.
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Old Oak Common Lane to close for four years due to HS2 works
Old Oak Common Lane is set to be fully closed for four years from early 2028 to allow for extensive works related to the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, including road and bridge construction. Transport for London is exploring options for bus services.
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Projects · Central LondonGainsborough painting meets contemporary sculpture at National Gallery
The National Gallery is displaying Thomas Gainsborough's 1750 painting 'Mr and Mrs Andrews' alongside a contemporary sculpture by Yinka Shonibare that was inspired by it. The exhibition, which includes a replica firearm in the sculpture, is free to visit.
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Ambulance staff face daily sexual abuse, report finds
London Ambulance Service staff, including crews and call handlers, are subjected to sexual abuse almost daily. A recent report details 462 incidents over 12 months, highlighting the significant impact on frontline workers.
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Met Police pilot female team to support street sex workers
The Metropolitan Police has launched Operation Amicus, a new pilot scheme in north London involving a two-officer female team. This initiative aims to engage with street sex workers, build trust, and encourage reporting of violence, moving away from a criminalisation-focused approach.
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Projects · LondonLondon New Year's Eve fireworks tickets go on sale October 23
Tickets for London's 2026 New Year's Eve fireworks display will be available from October 23, 2026, at 12pm. The event on the South Bank will host 100,000 attendees, with prices frozen at last year's rates.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 70 · Hype 20- Projects · London
City Hall urges councils to improve London's mobile signal
City Hall has published an analysis detailing mobile service shortcomings across London, urging local councils to assist in improving connectivity. A new coverage map identifies areas with weaker signals, particularly in parts of inner north and east London, and suggests voluntary actions for boroughs.
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Projects · LondonLondon mobile data speeds lag behind global cities
Tests conducted across London revealed slower network response times than Ofcom's target, with Eversholt Street in Somers Town and Dalston in Hackney identified as particularly poor areas for mobile data. City Hall forecasts a fourteenfold increase in demand over the next decade.
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Projects · WestminsterPrince Charles Cinema secures 25-year lease after landlord dispute
The Prince Charles Cinema has secured its future for at least 25 years by signing a new lease. The West End venue faced closure after a dispute with its landlords over rent demands.
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Alchera Technologies secures £2.7M for AI transport platform
Alchera Technologies has raised £2.7 million in seed funding to advance its artificial intelligence platform. The software combines diverse data sources to forecast transport network outcomes, aiding local authorities in roadworks planning and bus network assessments.
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Projects · East LondonStratford International to host new daily international trains after regulator approval
The Office of Rail and Road has cleared Virgin to run up to 20 new daily return services through the Channel Tunnel from October 2023, and the Aslef union has endorsed a proposal for those trains to stop at Stratford International, a move the mayor says could add £1.3 billion to UK tourism.
East London4 min readTrust 56 · Craft 64 · Hype 30- Projects · London
Report finds racial bias in London music event licensing
A new report commissioned by the Greater London Authority concludes that Black-led music events in London face significant restrictions and cancellations due to racial bias in licensing and policing. Genres like Afrobeats and hip-hop are routinely flagged as high risk.
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Stratford International rail stop plan advances with new funding application
The Mayor of London has applied for a Business Rate Retention Zone in Stratford to support a new international rail stop. While Eurostar has declined to serve the station, Virgin Trains is considering it as part of its future services. The move could bring significant economic benefits to East London.
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