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- Courts · City of London
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor search warrants ruled unlawful
Search warrants used to raid two properties belonging to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in February have been declared unlawful. The former Duke of York had taken legal action against Thames Valley Police over the warrants.
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Palestine march to bring 10,000 protesters to Whitehall
Central London braces for the National March for Palestine on Saturday, October 10, with an estimated 10,000 demonstrators expected. The Metropolitan Police will impose conditions on the march, which starts at Victoria Embankment and ends in Whitehall, deploying several hundred officers.
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Community Safety · City of LondonSeven arrested at pro-Palestine protest in City of London
Seven people were arrested in Central London during a pro-Palestine protest on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The demonstration, which began at Lincoln's Inn Fields and moved towards Russell Square, caused traffic disruption and saw minor clashes with counter-protesters.
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London mayoral hopeful proposes reward for fare evader tips
A Conservative candidate for London Mayor, Alex Challoner, has proposed a reward scheme for Londoners who report Tube fare evaders. The plan suggests informants could receive 25% of money recovered by Transport for London, potentially earning around £500 per case.
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Policing · City of LondonMet Police imposes strict conditions on central London student march
The Metropolitan Police has placed conditions on a planned pro-Palestine student march in central London on October 7. Participants must adhere to a specific assembly point, route, and time, with face coverings prohibited. Breaches could lead to arrest.
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East London men charged in Barbados over cocaine seizure
Two men from east London have been arrested and charged in Barbados with drug trafficking offences. Abdul-Rasheed Anjolaoluwa Oduola and Miraldie Ndunzi were found with 46kg of cocaine, valued at £444,000.
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Farage interviewed over £5m gift from crypto billionaire
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was interviewed last month by the parliamentary commissioner for standards regarding a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne. The investigation centres on whether the donation, exceeding Commons declaration thresholds, was political.
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Courts · City of LondonEx-HSBC banker banned from financial services for train fare fraud
A former HSBC executive has been banned from working in financial services after being convicted of fraud for evading thousands of pounds in train fares. Joseph Molloy used a ticketing scam known as 'doughnutting' to reduce his commute costs.
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Policing · City of LondonMet Police urge students to move protest planned for 7 October anniversary
The Metropolitan Police has asked organisers of a pro-Palestinian student march to reschedule the event due to its proximity to the anniversary of the 7 October attacks. Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman cited concerns for Jewish students and the day of mourning.
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Fraud & Cybercrime · City of LondonCrime group jailed for smuggling £30m cash to UAE
Members of a crime group have been sentenced for smuggling nearly £30 million in cash to the United Arab Emirates. The operation involved using suitcases on Emirates flights and corrupt staff at Manchester Airport. Several individuals received prison sentences ranging from suspended terms to seven-and-a-half years.
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Courts · City of LondonMotorhead guitarist Phil Campbell died from multi-organ failure
An inquest has determined that Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell died from multi-organ failure. The musician, who had undergone multiple surgeries at London's Royal Free Hospital, passed away on March 13.
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Transport Crime · City of LondonMayor Urges Faster E-bike Regulation Amid Safety Concerns
The Mayor of London is calling for swifter government regulation of dockless e-bike schemes, citing a surge in journeys and serious safety incidents. Current government plans are not expected until 2028, prompting calls for a pan-London strategy to address inconsistent rules and improve rider and pedestrian safety.
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Community Safety · City of LondonMigration Museum space reduced in City of London scheme
London's Migration Museum will occupy less space than initially planned in its new permanent home at 65 Crutched Friars. The City of London Corporation approved changes to a student housing development that reduce the museum's allocated area, a move developers say is necessary for the project's viability.
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Community Safety · City of LondonEkow Eshun awarded OBE for arts contributions
Art curator and writer Ekow Eshun has received an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to the arts. He was honoured at Windsor Castle for his significant contributions, including his role overseeing public art in Trafalgar Square and championing black artists.
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Met Police arrest 14-year-old in e-bike phone theft crackdown
The Metropolitan Police has detained a 14-year-old boy in Bermondsey as part of a crackdown on e-bike phone thieves. The operation, which saw undercover officers pursue the suspect, is part of efforts to reduce phone theft across the capital.
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Courts · City of LondonBrother who saved sister’s life dies from same rare condition
A 21-year-old man who donated bone marrow to his sister at the age of two has died from the same rare genetic disorder that claimed her life. Dushyant Mehta passed away on March 12 at University College London Hospital.
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Police seek man after sexual assault at Baker Street station
British Transport Police are searching for a man after a woman was sexually assaulted at Baker Street Underground station on Saturday, July 4. The victim was also slapped after confronting her assailant. Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
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London sets CPR world record with 434 participants
Four hundred and thirty-four individuals participated in a record-breaking CPR attempt in the City of London. The event, part of the Central London Alliance's Saving Lives campaign, aimed to increase public awareness and skills in performing the life-saving technique.
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Wanstead man jailed for 20 years for Brighton kidnapping and rape
Ruckling Ramsay, 61, from Wanstead, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for kidnapping and raping a 19-year-old woman in Brighton in 2022. He was found guilty of all counts at Inner London Crown Court.
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Courts · City of LondonAlderman Timothy Hailes withdraws Lord Mayor bid over criminal probe
Alderman Timothy Hailes has withdrawn his candidacy for Lord Mayor of the City of London for 2026/27. He cited awareness of criminal proceedings against someone connected to a previous employer as the reason, stating he is not personally under investigation. Alderman Bronek Masojada is now being supported for the role.
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