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From policing to transport, raising your concerns at City Hall
Unmesh Desai explains how he represents Tower Hamlets at City Hall, questioning the Mayor and raising residents’ concerns on policing, transport and local issues.
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UK's current terror threat level raised to 'severe' meaning 'attack is highly likely'
Reports have emerged suggesting that the UK's current threat level has increased from substantial to severe.
Spandau Ballet singer Ross Davidson sentenced to 14 years for rape and sexual assault
Ross Davidson has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of a series of rapes and sexual assaults against six different women.
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Nearly half of joggers reckon their run doesn't count unless they’ve tracked it
Nearly half of joggers reckon their run 'doesn't count’ unless they’ve tracked it on their fitness device, according to research.
Mayoral hopefuls challenged to commit to Tower Hamlets cycle network
Oli Rake of Tower Hamlets Wheelers asks mayoral candidates to commit to completing TfL’s strategic cycleways, making cycling safer, cheaper and more connected across the borough.
£5,000 grant helps HIV positive Londoners feel less isolated
The Food Chain, the UK’s only HIV specialist nutrition charity, has received a £5,000 grant to support its Eating Together service.
Tesco and Barclays customers urged to check bank statements for new cashback payment
Drivers are being told to check their bank statements for a new payment labelled “Barclays Fuel CB” with money back on fuel.
The London boroughs with the most noise complaints revealed
Data has revealed the London boroughs with the most noise complaints according to research by Cash House Buyers at Sell House Fast.
Lidl reveals 'wish list' of more than 1,000 areas where it wants to open new stores
Lidl has revealed a 'wish list' of more than 1,000 areas in the UK where it wants to open new stores - see the full list.
Nearly half of Brits say they’d be more productive if working hours were halved
Nearly half of Brits think they could get just as much done in half the time – as new research reveals Millennials are leading the charge when it comes to using AI and productivity tools in the workplace.
Luxury UK holiday company closes after 23 years after falling into administration
Luxury UK holiday company, Salamander Voyages, has been forced to close after falling into administration.
Claire’s Accessories falls into administration 154 stores shut and 1,300 jobs gone
Claire’s has shut all its 154 high street shops across the UK and Ireland.
The East London hospital pharmacy offering cutting-edge trial medications
Patients in east London hospital can get access to new medications after a specialist pharmacy at Newham Hospital.
Santander, HSBC UK and Barclays cut mortgage rates again - how to get the best deals
Santander, HSBC UK, Barclays, Skipton Building Society and Virgin Money cut mortgage rates again, offering fresh deals
London's lost Guinness brewery that had its own trains and pub
Beer giant Guinness may have just opened a central London micro brewery - but new book Lost London looks back at the huge factory that was one of the capital's lost treasures.
‘London’s serene and luxurious hotel, spa and steakhouse - I felt like royalty’
Four Seasons holds its reputation for its high-quality luxury hotels, but even with that knowledge I was blown away here’s my Tower Bridge review.
Elizabeth line and DLR among east London routes facing May bank holiday closures
The Elizabeth line, Liberty line and DLR are all facing closures on the first May bank holiday.
The little green huts that are now protected London icons
When a little green hut in Wellington Place, St John's Wood was granted listed status two years ago - it was the final protection for a quirky slice of London history. We explore the story of Cabmen's shelters in the capital.
The London boroughs with the most grass fires revealed
London Fire Brigade has revealed where the most grass fires take place - and urged Londoners to give their gardens a spring clean to reduce the risk of potential blazes.
London charity tackling domestic abuse gets funding boost
Let Me Know (LMK) has been given £9,600 to deliver workshops to 180 young people across London.