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Courts · Hammersmith and FulhamLebanese Taverna Express licence suspended for one month
Lebanese Taverna Express in Hammersmith has had its licence suspended for one month following the discovery of an illegal worker. The restaurant faces a potential £40,000 penalty, and new conditions have been imposed on its operation.
Hammersmith and Fulham4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 40- Community Safety · London
London councils demand powers to close down rogue shops
London councils are calling for new powers to shut down persistent lawbreaking businesses on high streets. A report from the Centre for British Progress identifies a proliferation of 'shady stores' and suggests a 'two strikes and out' policy.
London4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Community Safety · WestminsterGrosvenor Gardens rough sleeping surge costs businesses thousands
Shop owners near Victoria station say rough sleepers in Grosvenor Gardens are causing thefts, property damage and anti-social behaviour. Westminster Council confirms £8 million annual spending on homelessness support but calls for Home Office action to address criminal activity linked to rough sleeping.
Westminster5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 87 · Hype 48