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New commuter train station opens this weekend that will speed up London journeys by 15 minutes
The new station will connect you to London, Birmingham, Stansted as well as St Pancras
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Islington 'Cool Space' designed to give refuge from heatwave forced to shut after overheating
Islington Council continues to promote its 17 other designated Cool Spaces across the borough
Croydon University Hospital gets surprise inspection - legal regulations breached but staff are 'kind'
Overcrowding, corridor care and lengthy delays continue to put patients at risk however staff were seen to act with kindness and warmth towards patients
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Peckham shop owner to 'start from scratch' after devastating fire causes £200,000 damage
The London Fire Brigade sent 100 firefighters to tackle the huge blaze with 50 people evacuating the building
London Airport brings in new £8 drop-off charge while 17 others hike fees
Airport drop-off fees are rising across the UK in 2026, with the average cost now £7.66 across the UK, making it more costly than ever to give someone a ride to the airport
Peckham's Aylesham Centre redevelopment not dead yet as developer requests Judicial Review
Berkeley Homes said the decision was "clearly flawed" and accused Southwark Council of "spectacularly failing" to meet housing targets
When trains to resume after fatal Bedford train crash as recovery operation complete
“As we begin to reopen the railway following last week’s tragic incident, we do so with profound sadness for Shaun Burton"
BBC Radio 1 listeners 'absolutely howling' after Charli XCX slips up live on air
Listeners of BBC Radio 1 show Breakfast with Greg James couldn't help but laugh after guest singer Charli XCX made an on-air blunder that left her apologising profusely
Everyone planning to watch England game issued health alert by London Ambulance
Senior paramedics are urging fans to enjoy the final group game safely
'TfL needs to cut Central line noise - trains run past my house every 2 minutes'
Up to 50 homes around two West London Tube stations are experiencing a "significant increase" in noise disturbance
Free London football tournament set to take over one of London's most famous Grade II listed buildings
The iconic Brutalist building will see it turned into a football mecca as street football comes to West London
I moved to London from New Zealand and the UK heatwaves are so much worse
I thought my sun-soaked upbringing would prepare me for UK summers.
Croydon's biggest private property owner that's 430 years old posts £2.1m loss after school closure
The John Whitgift Foundation owns an extensive property portfolio across Croydon and operates two independent schools as well as a range of healthcare services
Stunning turquoise lake perfect for swimming that's just 40 minutes from London
People have been left amazed to learn about this gorgeous turquoise lake that's located just 40 minutes from London and is a hub for several water activities, as well as a gorgeous sandy beach
Huge UK lake with turquoise waters compares to Mediterranean just 1 hour from London
A trip to the stunning turquoise waters of a huge lake in the UK with golden sandy shores and fun-packed activities might be the perfect fix for a day out during the summer months
East London man admits threatening to decapitate Jewish schoolchildren and flooding hospital
He has also admitted damaging a water dispenser and causing a flood at Homerton Hospital
Pizza Express opens self-serve grab-and-go takeaway in North London
The iconic pizzeria has opened a new mini restaurant near Finsbury Park Station but was forced to back down on plans for a 2am closing time
Dalston by-election result sees Greens retain seat after Zoë Garbett's mayoral victory left vacant seat
Manal Massalha has won the council seat for the Green Party as voter turnout fell to 14% amid record temperatures across London
Sadiq Khan tells London bus drivers to stop if 'cabin is too hot' during extreme heatwave
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said drivers have been working in 'totally unacceptable' conditions as temperatures soar to 36C in London
Woman attends Harry Styles concert in heatwave and ends up looking wild
One Harry Styles fan shared a before-and-after video of her night at the Wembley Stadium concert during the 40C heatwave, and the results were wonderfully wild