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Forest School staff to strike over pay cut plans
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 15:253 min readCatering staff and cleaners at Forest School in Snaresbrook, Redbridge, are set to strike for five days from September 28 over proposed pay cuts of up to 13.5 per cent. The union claims many affected workers do not receive the London Living Wage.Read more
Decathlon to close Southwark skatepark for pickleball courtsCommunity Safety—25 Sept 2026, 14:053 min readSkate Haven, which has provided affordable skateboarding sessions for nearly three years, has been told to leave its Decathlon store location in Surrey Quays by the end of October. Decathlon reportedly plans to replace the skatepark with indoor pickleball courts.
RnR Lounge granted 4am weekend closing in ChingfordCommunity Safety—25 Sept 2026, 13:253 min readRnR Lounge in Chingford Mount Road can now stay open until 4am on Fridays and Saturdays, following a decision by Waltham Forest Council's licensing sub-committee. The venue previously closed at 2am on weekends.
City Plan 2040 cleared to proceed after Tower of London heritage concerns addressed
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 13:053 min readThe City Plan 2040, which outlines future development including new skyscrapers, can now proceed after the Government confirmed it is satisfied with heritage protections for the Tower of London. Independent Planning Inspectors concluded the plan adequately safeguards the historic site.
Sutton MP slams developer over B&Q site housing plans
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 10:464 min readPlans to increase tower blocks to 28 storeys on Sutton's former B&Q site have drawn criticism. Developer St George West London Limited proposes reducing affordable homes from 355 to 265, prompting accusations of a broken deal from Sutton's MP.
Abu Hamza family home in Shepherd's Bush gets £70,000 taxpayer renovation
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 09:052 min readA five-bedroom council house in Shepherd's Bush, west London, which is the family home of convicted terrorist Abu Hamza, is undergoing a £70,000 renovation funded by taxpayers. The work includes solar panels and loft insulation, with Hammersmith and Fulham Council obligated to maintain the property.
Hounslow Council apologises after unexpected care bill shocks family
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 07:473 min readHounslow Council has apologised to the family of an elderly woman after an unexpected care bill of up to £1,400 was issued, causing distress in her final days. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman upheld a complaint regarding delays and poor communication.
Hillingdon Council pays £1,950 for unsafe temporary home
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 06:453 min readHillingdon Council has agreed to compensate a woman £1,950 after placing her and her children in unsuitable temporary accommodation. The property had exposed wiring and poor hygiene, and the council also failed to process a deposit payment for her new home.
Hackney Greens vote down Labour bid to stop double moves for Woodberry Down tenants
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 18:455 min readHackney Council's Green administration has voted against a Labour proposal aimed at preventing "double decanting" for residents on the Woodberry Down estate. Labour councillor Sarah Young argued that vulnerable residents would suffer from being moved twice, but the council stated the motion was unfeasible and risked finances.
Enfield Wash board invests £2m in Christmas lights
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 18:263 min readThe newly formed Enfield Wash Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board has allocated initial funding towards new Christmas lights for Hertford Road. The board, part of a national £20 million, ten-year programme, held its first meeting on September 21st.Common Bond fitness chains close London studios, staff unpaid
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 17:463 min readCommon Bond, the parent company of several popular London fitness brands, has shut all its studios without notice. Hundreds of staff claim they have not received their final month's pay, which was due on September 17.
Wandsworth Council plans £767,000 street cleaning boost
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 14:463 min readWandsworth Council is proposing an annual £767,000 investment in street cleaning, including more frequent sweeping and jet washing. The initiative would be funded by reintroducing charges for bulky waste collections, a move that has drawn criticism.
Westminster Council Considers Options for Banksy Statue
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 14:452 min readWestminster City Council is exploring all possibilities for Banksy's 'Blinded by the Flag' statue, which appeared on Waterloo Bridge on April 29. The council has been safeguarding the artwork and is in discussions with the artist's representatives.
Whitechapel grandmother feared for grandson's safety after window incident
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 13:473 min readA Whitechapel grandmother has spoken of her fear for her grandson's safety after he allegedly fell 20ft from a first-floor window. She claims her landlord, Riverside, failed to secure the window for four months.
Notting Hill Genesis Reviews Hotel Use After Sex Attack Allegations
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 13:054 min readNotting Hill Genesis is reviewing its use of hotels for temporary housing after a resident alleged a sexual assault at a Chiswick Travelodge. Taxpayer funds exceeding £78 million have been spent with Travelodge since December 2022.
Hillingdon Council pays £500 after two-year foster mum rejection
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 11:473 min readHillingdon Council has paid £500 to a prospective foster mother after a two-year application process ended in rejection. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found significant delays and poor communication by the council.
Richmond Council to Convert Allotments to Graveyard
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 10:463 min readRichmond Council plans to convert Shacklegate Lane allotments into a graveyard extension, providing over 700 new burial spaces. Residents have petitioned against the decision, citing the loss of a 120-year-old community resource and proposing a partial conversion.
Croydon takeaway's late-night bid faces resident objections
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 07:263 min readBerlin Grill in Purley has applied to extend its hot food service hours until 1am on weekdays and 2am on weekends. Residents have raised significant concerns about fumes, litter, noise, and late-night disruption, with the application being considered by Croydon Council on September 28.
Surbiton pub to close for £350k refurbishment and name change
Community Safety—24 Sept 2026, 06:253 min readThe Fox and Hounds pub in Surbiton will temporarily close for a £350,000 refurbishment. New operators Paul Reynolds and William Walters plan to relaunch the venue as a community hub under a new name in November.