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City of London childcare subsidy extended
Community Safety—9 Sept 2026, 07:253 min readChildcare provision at The Aldgate School, the City of London's only state school, has been saved following a two-year campaign by parents. City of London Corporation members agreed to continue subsidising the service, which supports children aged three months to three years.Read more
Southwark Council proposes siblings share rooms until 20Community Safety—9 Sept 2026, 06:454 min readSouthwark Council is proposing new housing allocation rules, including same-sex siblings sharing bedrooms until age 20 and a new low-priority housing band. The changes aim to rebuild confidence in the allocation of scarce social housing, following criticism from a government watchdog.
Women detail child exploitation by London drug gangsViolent Crime—9 Sept 2026, 09:254 min readFour women have spoken out about their experiences of being targeted by drug gangs as children, detailing manipulation, sexual exploitation, and a perceived failure by authorities to protect them. The BBC documentary 'Britain's Forgotten Girls' highlights their stories.
Abbey Wood fare dodger caught after 240 unpaid journeys totalling £2,515
Transport Crime—9 Sept 2026, 08:463 min readA fare dodger who evaded payment on over 240 occasions, accumulating £2,515.40 in unpaid fares, has been caught by Transport for London investigators at Abbey Wood Station. The individual's actions were featured on Channel 5's Fare Dodgers: At War with the Law.Fraud victims report lasting impact on mental health
Latest—9 Sept 2026, 00:253 min readNearly two-thirds of fraud victims reported increased stress, and over half experienced negative impacts on their mental health, according to a survey by consumer group Which?. Unauthorised fraud and impersonation scams were the most common types.
Megan McKenna robbed at home, now splits time between Essex and Berlin
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 22:253 min readTV personality Megan McKenna has spoken about the support she has received after a home robbery in June 2025. The incident led her to relocate to Germany, where her husband Oliver Burke lives, and she now divides her time between Essex and Berlin.
Georgia Harrison meets Prime Minister over cybercrime campaign
Community Safety—8 Sept 2026, 21:052 min readReality television personality Georgia Harrison has met with the Prime Minister at Downing Street as part of her ongoing campaign against violence against women and girls. Harrison, who received an MBE for her work in tackling online privacy and cybercrime awareness, described the Prime Minister as genuine and down to earth.
Voi e-bike firm defies Ealing Council after losing contract
Transport Crime—8 Sept 2026, 19:253 min readE-bike operator Voi is continuing to provide services in Ealing despite not being awarded a new contract by the council. Voi disputes the council's procurement process and claims it offers the cheapest rental service in London.
Tulisa Contostavlos wears drug sting headlines dress at NTAs
Courts—8 Sept 2026, 19:252 min readSinger Tulisa Contostavlos attended the National Television Awards in London wearing a dress printed with headlines from a 2013 drug sting scandal. The charges against her were later dismissed after a key witness was jailed for evidence tampering.
Man in custody after Islington stabbing; woman bailed
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 20:253 min readA man in his 40s remains in custody following a stabbing incident on Berriman Road in Islington. A woman in her 20s, also found with stab wounds, has been bailed as police continue their investigation.
Youths shoot sleeping parakeets with catapults in Orpington park
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 19:053 min readDozens of ring-necked parakeets have been found dead in Priory Gardens, Orpington, after being shot with catapults by youths. The Greenwich Wildlife Network is calling for stricter regulations on catapult sales to under-18s, as Bromley Council assists police in an investigation into the ongoing attacks.
Enfield dog owner fined £1,850 for persistent barking
Community Safety—8 Sept 2026, 19:053 min readAn Enfield dog owner has been ordered to pay £1,850 in fines and costs after his dog's persistent barking led to a breach of a noise abatement notice. Enfield Council stated that continuous loud noise from dogs is considered antisocial behaviour.
Bromley Council withdraws building case against Eddie Nketiah
Courts—8 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readBromley Council has withdrawn legal proceedings against Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah. He had been accused of a building regulations failure related to works carried out in 2025, but the case was dismissed after he met the council's requirements.
No action against Tube passengers in exposure case
Courts—8 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readThree passengers who intervened when a man exposed himself on a London Underground train will face no further action. British Transport Police had investigated them on suspicion of affray, but prosecutors found no realistic prospect of conviction.
Man Charged After Shepherd's Bush Mother Stabbed to Death
Courts—8 Sept 2026, 16:463 min readA man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after a mother was fatally stabbed at her Shepherd's Bush home. Her daughter was also injured when she tried to intervene in the attack.
Norbury chicken shop faces late-night opening objections
Community Safety—8 Sept 2026, 16:253 min readA new chicken shop, Hot Birdies Ltd, has applied for a late-night refreshment licence in Norbury, Croydon, to open until 2am daily. Residents and local councillors are objecting, citing fears of increased noise, anti-social behaviour, and litter in an area already dense with takeaways.
Mistress of Mayfair restaurant can stay open after stabbing
Courts—8 Sept 2026, 16:253 min readThe Mistress of Mayfair restaurant in Mayfair has been permitted to continue operating after its licence was reviewed by Westminster City Council. New conditions have been placed on the venue following an incident on August 10th.
Woman recovering after intervening in mother's fatal stabbing
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 15:463 min readA woman seriously injured after intervening in her mother's fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush is recovering at home. Keeley Turner was stabbed twice while trying to save her mother, Samantha Turner, who died from 70 stab wounds. A fundraiser has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner.
Ex-Bromley Detective Banned After Stealing Crisps and Cash
Policing—8 Sept 2026, 16:463 min readA former Metropolitan Police detective constable from Bromley has been banned from policing after being found guilty of gross misconduct. James Quigley stole crisps and cash from a colleague's locker and wrongly kept police batons at his home.