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Teenager in critical condition after Charlton stabbing; three arrested
Violent Crime—1 Oct 2026, 12:462 min readA 19-year-old man is in critical condition following a stabbing in Charlton. Police arrested three teenagers, aged 17 and 18, in Eltham on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. A cordon was in place on Charlton Church Lane.Read more
Inquest to probe death of 12-year-old Mia Shay St Hilaire after milkshakeCourts—1 Oct 2026, 13:252 min readA formal inquest will investigate the death of Mia Shay St Hilaire, 12, who died in August 2023 after consuming a milkshake suspected to contain nuts at Pop Inn Café in Bermondsey. Southwark Council's investigation found nuts in the drink, and the café operator has already been fined for food safety breaches.
Dame Victoria Sharp retires as King's Bench PresidentCourts—1 Oct 2026, 12:053 min readDame Victoria Sharp has retired as President of the King's Bench Division and Deputy Head of Criminal Justice. She was the first woman to hold the top role in the division, which she led for seven years.
Naomi Campbell wins charity trustee ban appeal
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 11:453 min readSupermodel Naomi Campbell has successfully overturned a five-year ban preventing her from acting as a charity trustee. A tribunal ruled she was deceived by a co-trustee regarding mismanagement of funds at her charity, Fashion for Relief.
Justice Secretary Pledges Ambitious Cuts to Crown Court Backlog
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 11:253 min readJustice Secretary Alex Norris has pledged to be "ambitious" in reducing the Crown Court backlog, which stood at 80,829 outstanding cases in June. The announcement came as the government faces criticism over the early release of around 700 prisoners to ease prison capacity.
Prisoners freed early from Thamesmead jail
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 12:053 min readAround 700 offenders were released from HMP Isis in Thamesmead on October 1, 2026, under a government scheme aimed at easing prison overcrowding. The programme allows some inmates to leave after serving approximately one-third of their sentence, sparking controversy.
TV chef Chris Wheeler died from drugs and asphyxiation, inquest finds
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 11:063 min readTV chef Chris Wheeler, known for appearances on BBC's Great British Menu and Saturday Kitchen, was found dead in Brompton Cemetery on February 27, 2026. An inquest heard his death was caused by asphyxiation and a mix of drugs, with an open verdict recorded.
Hackney Greens challenged over pension fund divestment pledge
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 10:475 min readHackney's Green administration faces scrutiny over its pledge to divest the council's pension fund from companies allegedly supporting genocide. Council officers have raised concerns that political priorities may override legal duties, while a former councillor demands clarity on specific divestments.Ivan Toney faces assault charge at Westminster court
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 10:062 min readFootballer Ivan Toney has appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court to face a charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The allegation relates to an incident at a Soho nightclub on December 6. Toney denies the charge.
Four men charged after London police raids find weapons
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 09:252 min readFour men have been charged with various offences including possession of a firearm and weapons following a series of police raids. The operation involved 800 officers and resulted in 18 arrests across London and four other counties.
Greenwich Park dog owner berated by school worker
Community Safety—1 Oct 2026, 08:253 min readA Greenwich mother has described a 'scary' encounter in Greenwich Park where a school worker allegedly became aggressive about her pocket bully dog, Storm. The worker reportedly called the dog a 'murder dog' and referred to the owners as 'local nutters'.
Richmond Council plans £39m savings through service overhaul
Community Safety—1 Oct 2026, 06:454 min readRichmond Council is set to implement significant cost-cutting measures, aiming to save £39 million annually by 2029. This initiative, driven by government funding formula changes, will involve a major overhaul of services across six key areas.
Migration Museum space reduced in City of London scheme
Community Safety—1 Oct 2026, 06:453 min readLondon's Migration Museum will occupy less space than initially planned in its new permanent home at 65 Crutched Friars. The City of London Corporation approved changes to a student housing development that reduce the museum's allocated area, a move developers say is necessary for the project's viability.
Southwark and Lambeth see 23% rise in gun crime amid youth violence surge
Violent Crime—1 Oct 2026, 06:254 min readGun crime has increased by 23% in Southwark and 22% in Lambeth in the year to August 2026, with police attributing the rise to youth violence and gang activity. Targeted operations led to over 700 arrests and the seizure of more than 40 weapons.
Lewisham retirement complex uses robots for resident care
Community Safety—1 Oct 2026, 06:253 min readA retirement housing complex in Lewisham is using robots to assist residents with daily tasks and provide companionship. Hazelhurst Court has 24 residents using Cera robots, programmed with individual medical needs and calendars, to remind them about medication and offer company.Former Met officer faces sentencing after Stansted drink‑driving crash
Policing—1 Oct 2026, 05:252 min readA former Metropolitan Police officer was arrested by Essex Police after a collision near Stansted Airport on 10 July 2026. Breath tests showed his alcohol level was 141 µg per 100 ml, well above the legal limit. He pleaded guilty in August and awaits sentencing in November.Newborn babies to be screened for spinal muscular atrophy
Latest—1 Oct 2026, 05:454 min readNewborn babies in England will be tested for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) starting Thursday as part of a national trial. The scheme aims to determine if adding SMA screening to the current blood spot test improves care for the condition affecting 60 to 70 babies annually.
Grenfell Tower fire: 54 individuals and 20 organisations may face charges
Courts—30 Sept 2026, 19:453 min readNine years after the Grenfell Tower fire, the Metropolitan Police has passed 20 files to the Crown Prosecution Service. These files concern potential charges for 54 individuals and 20 organisations, including corporate manslaughter and health and safety offences.Man hospitalised after Kilburn stabbing
Latest—1 Oct 2026, 11:452 min readA man in his 40s was taken to hospital after being found with stab injuries in Kilburn. Police were called to Kilburn High Road on Wednesday, 30 September, and have launched an investigation. No arrests have been made.