London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
Topic
3 stories, newest first.
Hackney Council's Green administration has voted against a Labour proposal aimed at preventing "double decanting" for residents on the Woodberry Down estate. Labour councillor Sarah Young argued that vulnerable residents would suffer from being moved twice, but the council stated the motion was unfeasible and risked finances.
The City of London Corporation has applied for Greater London Authority funding to build 681 new homes across two Southwark sites. The £94.86 million project includes social rent and mixed-tenure properties, with construction expected over the next decade if approved.

Hundreds of affordable homes promised for major Camden developments have been lost or are at risk. Developers are citing economic challenges, leading to reduced quotas at sites like the O2 Centre and Camden Goods Yard, impacting residents and local businesses.
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.