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London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
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Shabana Mahmood
London Crime News has published 14 stories involving Shabana Mahmood, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Community Safety · EalingEaling Police Get New Powers to Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour
New Respect Orders, introduced on Monday 26 October 2026, will empower Ealing police and other authorities to impose stricter measures on adult offenders responsible for anti-social behaviour. These orders can include curfews, town centre bans, and unlimited fines.
Ealing3 min readTrust 56 · Craft 80 · Hype 35- Courts · City of London
Security for politicians and royals to be reviewed
An independent review into security arrangements for politicians and royals has been announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood. The review, led by Sir Stephen Lovegrove, follows the killing of Ann Widdecombe and an alleged terror plot against Nigel Farage.
City of London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
LatestTwo charged over Manchester Jewish community terror plot
Two Iranian men have been charged with preparing for terrorist acts, with an alleged plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester. Salam Ahmadyan and Rahman Salehi arrived in the UK via small boats and have asylum claims. Counter Terrorism Policing stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.
4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
LatestHome Office records 781 migrant arrivals in single day
The Home Office recorded 781 migrant arrivals in 10 boats on Wednesday, the highest single-day total this year. This figure brings the provisional yearly total to 18,565, a 42% decrease from the same period last year. The Home Secretary has ordered an urgent review following two undetected landings.
3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 57 · Hype 65
Policing · WandsworthPutney Pusher suspect's sisters seek DNA results
The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, who was arrested on suspicion of being the 'Putney Pusher', are appealing to the Home Secretary for DNA test results they believe will clear his name. Mr Brandram was found dead at his home on September 15.
Wandsworth3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
LatestHome Secretary orders review after migrant boats reach Kent coast
The Home Secretary has ordered an urgent review after two migrant boats reached the Kent coast this week without being intercepted by Border Force. Twenty-one people have been detained following a landing in Dover on Tuesday. A man was found dead on a French beach.
3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 57 · Hype 45
LatestMan charged after Portsmouth anti-migrant protest disorder
A man has appeared in court charged with violent disorder and assaulting a police officer following an anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth. The city saw demonstrations and counter-demonstrations on Saturday, with police issuing warnings about face coverings and disorder.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
LatestPortsmouth protesters face arrest for wearing face coverings
Hampshire Police will arrest protesters wearing face coverings at demonstrations in Portsmouth this weekend. The new powers under the Crime and Policing Act 2025 aim to prevent violence and allow peaceful protest.
3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 60 · Hype 45- Latest
Police ready to ban masks at anti-migration protests
Police are prepared to use powers to ban face coverings at anti-migration protests, a senior officer has stated. This follows incidents where masked protesters caused disruption and faced accusations of intimidation.
3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
LatestUK and Belgium sign intelligence deal on migrant boats
The UK and Belgium have signed a new intelligence sharing agreement to combat migrant boat crossings. The deal aims to accelerate efforts against people smuggling and organised crime, allowing Belgian officers to join an intelligence cell in northern France.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Courts · City of LondonPrince Harry still angry, expects apology, lost security case
Prince Harry has returned to the UK with his wife Meghan and their children, Archie and Lilibet, and is reportedly still angry with members of the Royal Family, expecting an apology. He has also lost a legal battle concerning his UK security arrangements.
City of London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 65
LatestHarry and Meghan security: 'Limited' protection urged by ex-Home Secretaries
Prince Harry and Meghan's security arrangements in the UK are under review, with former Home Secretaries suggesting a 'limited' and 'not full time' package. The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) is responsible for these decisions.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Courts · City of LondonPrince Harry seeks UK security funding for family return
Prince Harry has reportedly asked the Home Secretary about security arrangements for his family should they return to the UK. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced plans to move back to Britain, securing accommodation and schools for their children.
City of London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 65
Violent Crime · BexleyCoroner warns Home Secretary after Thamesmead murder reveals safeguarding gap
A coroner has urged ministers to extend child protection notices beyond 18 after Natasha Hill was murdered by her abusive partner in Thamesmead. The Child Abduction Warning Notice on Clifford expired when she turned 18, leaving no adult safeguarding plan in place. The Home Office is investing £6.1m in a new taskforce.
Bexley5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 48