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Metropolitan Police officer dismissed after restraining order
Policing—1 Sept 2026, 14:452 min readA Metropolitan Police officer has been dismissed without notice after a gross misconduct hearing found his actions amounted to a breach of professional standards. PC Dawid Lewicki was issued a restraining order by Westminster Magistrates' Court.Read more
East Ham Road Closed Due to Police IncidentPolicing—31 Aug 2026, 18:051 min readHigh Street North in East Ham has been shut by police due to an ongoing incident. Detours are currently in place, affecting local traffic. The situation is being monitored live.
Police to monitor early release prisoners without extra fundingPolicing—31 Aug 2026, 12:053 min readThames Valley Police Chief Constable Jason Hogg has warned that tagging prisoners released early under a government scheme will add to police workload without additional funding. The government confirmed offenders will be placed on GPS monitors, with new restrictions.
Police Incident Blocks Harlington Road, Colham Green
Policing—31 Aug 2026, 11:051 min readA police incident is currently blocking Harlington Road in Colham Green, north London. Authorities have confirmed that detours are in place to manage traffic flow around the affected area.
Notting Hill Carnival: 169 arrested on first day
Policing—30 Aug 2026, 21:252 min readPolice made 169 arrests on the first day of Notting Hill Carnival as of Sunday evening. Offences included drug and weapon possession, assaults, and sexual offences. Commander Claire Smart noted a reduction in serious violence compared to previous years..png?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75)
Met Police admit system error misdirected journalist after camera theft
Policing—29 Aug 2026, 07:253 min readA journalist's camera was stolen from a Shoreditch pub, but the Metropolitan Police initially misdirected the victim to another force due to a system error. The Met has since apologised and stated that internal reviews and actions have been taken.
330 Banned from Notting Hill Carnival as Police Target Violence
Policing—28 Aug 2026, 14:053 min readOver 330 individuals have been banned from attending the Notting Hill Carnival through bail conditions as part of a large-scale police operation. Raids have also targeted suspected robbery gangs, and numerous weapons have been seized across London.
7,000 officers to police Notting Hill Carnival's 60th year
Policing—28 Aug 2026, 11:463 min readOver 7,000 police officers will be deployed across west London for the 60th Notting Hill Carnival. Commander Claire Smart highlighted preventing serious violence and protecting women and girls as key priorities for the event.
Met Police take no further action over IDF chant
Policing—27 Aug 2026, 14:052 min readThe Metropolitan Police will not take further action against punk rapper Bobby Vylan, whose real name is Pascal Robinson-Foster, following an investigation into chants made at an Al Quds Day demonstration on Albert Embankment on 15 March. The force consulted the Crown Prosecution Service.
Barnet councillor condemns ex-neo-Nazi advisor role
Policing—27 Aug 2026, 13:053 min readBarnet Green councillor Charli Thompson has strongly condemned Kemi Badenoch's decision to offer an advisory role to Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi with multiple antisemitism convictions. The move has sparked debate within the Conservative Party about rehabilitation and opportunity.Met Police Boost E-Bike Fleet to 25 to Tackle Criminals
Policing—27 Aug 2026, 00:254 min readThe Metropolitan Police has increased its fleet of crime-fighting electric bikes from five to 25. This expansion is intended to help officers pursue and apprehend criminals who use e-bikes and mopeds for offences, contributing to a significant reduction in phone thefts.
Met Police officer sacked over vile comments about homeless people
Policing—26 Aug 2026, 17:053 min readMetropolitan Police officer PC Lloyd Hunter has been sacked following a misconduct hearing in Sutton. He was filmed making derogatory comments about homeless people and expressing eagerness to use his Taser, with the covert filming taking place in November 2024 at Charing Cross police station.
Former QPR player Akos Buzsaky reported missing
Policing—26 Aug 2026, 17:052 min readAkos Buzsaky, a former midfielder for Queens Park Rangers, has been reported missing by police. The club has expressed concern for the 44-year-old, who has been missing for over a week according to reports from Hungary.
Lambeth raid: Ten knives seized, man arrested
Policing—26 Aug 2026, 09:453 min readMetropolitan Police officers executed a dawn raid on a property in Lambeth on Tuesday, August 25th, recovering ten knives including lock and flick knives. A man in his twenties was arrested on suspicion of importing prohibited weapons.
Grenfell-linked housing boss given permanent role by Barnet Group
Policing—25 Aug 2026, 11:463 min readLaura Johnson, a former housing director at Kensington and Chelsea Council during the Grenfell Tower fire, has been permanently appointed as group director of development and property at The Barnet Group. The decision follows criticism from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and concerns raised by survivors.
Croydon Car Wash Cordoned Off After Police Incident
Policing—25 Aug 2026, 10:052 min readA car wash on Beddington Lane in Croydon has been cordoned off by police following an incident that began in the early hours of Monday, August 24. Forensic officers and police dogs have been seen at the scene.
Forensic teams at Dagenham road following police incident
Policing—23 Aug 2026, 12:461 min readForensic services are present on Heathway in Dagenham due to an ongoing police incident. A cordon is in place as officers continue their work at the scene.
London Assembly backs ban on learner drivers for delivery work
Policing—22 Aug 2026, 14:053 min readThe London Assembly has passed a motion urging the government to prohibit the use of provisional licences for commercial delivery work. The proposal, put forward by Assembly Member Thomas Turrell, also seeks an expiry cap on Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) certification.
London Fire Brigade answered 754 calls during West Midlands wildfires
Policing—22 Aug 2026, 10:053 min readLondon Fire Brigade handled 754 calls for West Midlands and Staffordshire fire services on 13 August, as wildfires led to the loss of 19 homes in Stourbridge. The Fire Brigades Union cited firefighter shortages and a lack of pre-planning.