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subsidence
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Community Safety · EalingWest Acton residents fear collapse as subsidence continues
Tenants at 31‑49 Hanger View Way in West Acton have lived with cracks, leaks and a door that fell on a resident. Peabody maintains the block is safe, blames a tree for the ground movement and promises ongoing fixes.
Ealing3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Community Safety · BromleyShortlands Library to stay closed for years after asbestos and sink hole found
Shortlands Library in Bromley will remain closed for months or years after asbestos and a sink hole were discovered. The council says two large trees caused subsidence, requiring staged removal starting in autumn. A temporary site at St Mary’s Church will be improved while repairs are planned.
Bromley4 min readTrust 44 · Craft 52 · Hype 15