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- Crime Data · City of London
Mayor Khan granted new licensing powers amid council row
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has received new licensing powers that allow City Hall to intervene in decisions deemed strategically important to the capital. Westminster City Council has labelled the move a 'land grab', while industry bodies suggest it mirrors existing planning call-in powers.
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London Violence Reduction Unit invests £140m in preventative crime measures
London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has invested over £140 million since 2019, reaching 750,000 young people with diversionary activities. Director Lib Peck argues that a preventative approach, alongside enforcement, is crucial for tackling high crime levels and has led to a reduction in violence with injury.
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Community Safety · City of LondonFestus Akinbusoye proposes subsidised housing for London key workers
Tory mayoral hopeful Festus Akinbusoye has proposed a policy to offer subsidised housing for Metropolitan Police officers and other key workers in London. The plan includes a dedicated housing delivery unit at City Hall and a review of current affordable housing targets.
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Community Safety · LondonLondon leaseholders await reform as government pledges action
Londoners are disproportionately affected by the leasehold system, with over a third of the capital's housing stock under this tenure. Calls are mounting for clearer government timelines on reform to provide certainty for homeowners facing significant annual service charges.
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LatestLondon seeks more devolved powers despite Whitehall reservations
London faces continued hurdles in gaining devolved powers from Whitehall, according to Deputy Mayor Howard Dawber. Despite Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government granting new authorities, reservations persist within some central government departments regarding the extent of local control.
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Community Safety · LondonLondon schools see fewer exclusions with £1.4m Charter investment
London's schools have seen a significant reduction in pupil exclusions and suspensions, attributed to the city's Inclusion Charter. City Hall has invested £1.4 million to support the initiative, which aims to keep young people in education and out of gangs.
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Community Safety · LondonMayor's Disability Action Plan Criticised for Lack of Ambition
The Mayor of London has launched an action plan aimed at improving life for the capital's 1.2 million Deaf and Disabled residents, but critics say it lacks the necessary ambition and investment to address deep-rooted inequalities.
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Community Safety · LondonMayor announces £15.6m fund for safer London streets
Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a £15.6 million fund to enhance safety in London's streets and public spaces. The initiative, part of a wider £37 million strategy, will support improvements like better lighting and CCTV, informed by the experiences of women and girls.
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Community Safety · Kensington and ChelseaNotting Hill Carnival policing costs rise to £15.7m
The cost of policing the Notting Hill Carnival has increased significantly, reaching £15.7m this year. Over 500 arrests were made last year, primarily for drug offences, and more than 330 individuals are banned from attending the event.
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Notting Hill Carnival Saved by £1m Bailout, Faces £4.66m Boost
Notting Hill Carnival faced collapse in 2025 due to funding shortfalls and safety concerns. An emergency £1 million bailout from City Hall and local councils, followed by a £4.66 million allocation from the Mayor of London, has secured its future.
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Community Safety · Kensington and ChelseaNotting Hill Carnival boosts security with record stewards and CCTV
More than 3,000 stewards will patrol this year's Notting Hill Carnival, double the usual number, as organisers implement enhanced safety and crowd control measures. The event benefits from an additional £4.6m grant from City Hall, alongside increased CCTV coverage and police use of facial recognition technology.
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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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