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Policing · LondonMet to expand facial recognition cameras in West End despite trial catching no serious offenders
The Metropolitan Police will deploy static live facial recognition cameras in London’s West End and Soho, despite a six-month British Transport Police trial at railway stations yielding no direct matches for serious offenders. A poll shows 72% of Londoners want public input on the technology’s use, while 70% still support its deployment with safeguards.
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Policing · LondonFacial recognition trial at London stations yields no matches in six months
A six-month trial of live facial recognition (LFR) cameras at London railway stations, including Victoria Underground, has produced no confirmed matches, British Transport Police (BTP) has said. The trial, which will run until November, has sparked concerns over privacy, accuracy and public consultation, with 72% of Londoners wanting a say in its use.
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LatestPM orders review to block early release of PC Harper’s killers
More than one million people have signed a petition opposing the early release of two men convicted of killing PC Andrew Harper in 2019. The Prime Minister has ordered new plans to prevent their release, as police leaders demand stronger safeguards for victims.
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Courts · SouthwarkAdjoa Andoh keeps licence after speeding in Dulwich 20mph zone
Bridgerton star Adjoa Andoh admitted driving at 25 mph in a 20 mph zone on Lordship Lane, Dulwich on 13 February 2024. Lavender Hill Magistrates’ Court ruled on 12 August 2026 that losing her licence would prevent her reaching her 85-year-old mother, who lives alone four hours away without carers.
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Transport Crime · LondonFare evasion costs London £190m a year as prosecutions halve
London loses £190 million annually to fare evasion, with successful prosecutions dropping from 29,113 in 2020 to 14,406 last year. TfL aims to cut evasion to 1.5% by 2030, while critics demand more enforcement and higher barriers across the network.
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Courts · LondonRachid Bouchibne charged with stealing £100,000 Patek Philippe watch from actor
Rachid Bouchibne, of Allison Road, Hornsey, is accused of robbing actor Alexander Johnson of a £100,000 Patek Philippe watch in Westminster on 10 June 2024. He was bailed after a brief hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and will next appear at Southwark Crown Court on 7 September.
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LatestDavid Sullivan attends West Ham match despite stadium advice to stay away
West Ham co-owner David Sullivan attended Saturday’s Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth at London Stadium, ignoring advice to stay away. The venue cited safeguarding concerns and potential protests after seven women accused him of sexually exploitative behaviour in a BBC Panorama and The Times investigation.
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Courts · LondonSt James and Lindner Prater convicted over Mick Ferris death in Albert Embankment window fall
A jury at Inner London Crown Court convicted St James and Lindner Prater of health and safety breaches after a 130 kg glass pane fell 25 storeys, killing coach driver Mick Ferris in 2018. A similar incident occurred at the same building in 2017 without injury.
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