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Newham Council boss set to ask government to lift ‘best value’ notice
Last year's notice was effectively a warning that the government could intervene if the council didn't improve
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How closure of Richard House has hit the families who needed it
Nick Clark, Local Democracy Reporter, speaks to people affected by the recent closure of the children's hospice
Chaos as mouse spotted running around the Ritz as guests enjoy afternoon tea
The Ritz London has launched an investigation after diners spotted a mouse running around the restaurant.
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London's best and worst train stations have been revealed - Do you agree?
A travel expert has named the best and worst train stations in London. Do you agree with the ranking?
Two stabbed in one horrifically violent day across London
Two people have been stabbed in horrifically violent attacks across London in just one day during the weekend.
Body of schoolboy, 16, discovered on street in Plaistow
The body of a 16-year-old schoolboy was discovered on a street in Plaistow - police are investigating the "unexpected" death.
Will you be able to see Northern Lights in the UK tonight? Aurora Borealis returns
The Northern Lights could be be visible across parts of the UK again tonight (January 20) following Monday's Aurora Borealis display - see where
Brazen overnight burglary at east London court being probed by police
Police are investigating after East London Coroner's Court was burgled overnight.
HMRC data shows house sales 8 per cent up as average house prices increase by £10k
Rightmove said the £9,893 average asking price increase is the biggest for the month of January in its 25 years of house price studies as the number of sales also jumps
Ambulance volunteers to go to life-threatening emergencies near their own homes
London Ambulance Service launches first Community First Responder volunteer recruitment drive. No medical experience needed—help save lives in London.
Brooklyn Beckham 'doesn't want to reconcile with family' as he breaks silence on feud
Brooklyn Beckham publicly accuses parents David and Victoria of family rift, claims “Brand Beckham” pressured his marriage to Nicola and personal life.
UK government considers banning social media for under 16s - what to know
The UK government is considering an Australian-style social media ban for under-16s as it beings a new consultation this week.
Woman 'mortified' as stranger tells her off for being too loud in handwritten note
A London teacher was left 'mortified' after a stranger passed her a handwritten note in a café, accusing her of being so loud she had to leave.
Why is Prince Harry suing the Daily Mail publisher? All to know as London case begins
Prince Harry and six others are taking legal action against the publisher of the Daily Mail over alleged unlawful information gathering at its titles.
Major disruption expected until end of day on London King’s Cross line
Train passengers are facing a day of major disruption after overrunning engineering works blocked lines near London King’s Cross.
Person dies after being hit by train with rail line closed from London
Trains on a busy train line from London have been closed by the emergency services. Live updates here.
Newham children's services receive Ofsted's top rating
Newham Council’s children’s services rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted in all areas, praised for care quality, strong leadership, and support for children.
Figures reveal shocking number of London firefighters injured on duty
London Fire Brigade staff injuries top 1,000 in three years, with rising cases linked to inadequate PPE, training, and staffing.
Fans wish former GMB star Piers Morgan a ‘speedy recovery’ after latest health update
Fans have wished former Good Morning Britain star Piers Morgan a 'speedy recovery' following his latest health update
Piers Morgan in hospital after tripping on a step in London hotel restaurant
Piers Morgan has been taken to hospital for treatment after he tripped on “a small step” in a London hotel restaurant.