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Around 9.12 million people live in London. The latest official Office for National Statistics estimate puts Greater London’s population at 9,122,909 in mid-2025, making it by far the largest city in the UK. That figure is slightly lower than the revised 9,149,646…
NewsReform UK HMRC Tax Rebate Policy: £30 Credit Proposed for Long Call WaitsReform UK has proposed giving taxpayers a £30 tax credit if they are forced to wait more than 30 minutes for HMRC to answer the phone,…
Spotlight • LondonWhat Restriction Would the Government Impose in a Closed Economy?The main restriction a government would impose in a closed economy is a prohibition on international trade. In simple terms, businesses and consumers would not be…
FinanceDWP Pension Credit Case Review Campaign Begins as Pensioners Face New ChecksThe Pension Credit case review campaign has begun, with the Department for Work and Pensions contacting selected pensioners to check whether they are receiving the correct…
NewsLondon Canal Drought Water Management Restrictions Tighten 
Andy Burnham European Union Ties: PM Pushes For Bolder UK-EU Reset9 min read
When Is Pancake Day 2027? UK Date, Meaning and Traditions12 min read
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London ChronicleBristol Airport Flights Cancelled After Runway Defect As Planes Diverted to GatwickBristol Airport suspended operations on Friday night after a runway defect was discovered, forcing cancellations and diversions to airports including London Gatwick.…3 min read
London Chronicle16-17 Saver Railcard Changes: What Changes From August 2026?From 17 August 2026, eligible 16 and 17-year-olds will get a full 12 months of validity from a newly purchased 16-17 Saver…5 min read 
British Airways BA919 Investigated After Stall Warnings Over London3 min read
DVSA Rolling Out MOT Photos At 2,500 Garages From 3 August3 min read
Heathrow Engineer Death: Investigation Launched After Virgin Atlantic Technician Dies3 min read
Andy Burnham Home EV VAT Cut Deepens London’s Charging Divide11 min read
£2 Bus Fare Cap to Return Across England Outside London From January3 min read
Around 9.12 million people live in London. The latest official Office for National Statistics estimate puts Greater London’s population at 9,122,909 in mid-2025, making it by far the largest city…
Reform UK has proposed giving taxpayers a £30 tax credit if they are forced to wait more than 30 minutes for HMRC to answer the phone, as part of a…
The Pension Credit case review campaign has begun, with the Department for Work and Pensions contacting selected pensioners to check whether they are receiving the correct amount of Pension Credit.…
The main restriction a government would impose in a closed economy is a prohibition on international trade. In simple terms, businesses and consumers would not be able to import goods…
Pensioners in London could be asked to provide recent bank statements as part of a new DWP Pension Credit review, as the Government steps up checks designed to ensure payments…
UK households are set to be encouraged to keep bottled water, tinned food and other essential supplies at home as part of renewed government efforts to improve the country’s preparedness…
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Home CountiesGatwick Airport Water Outage Ends After Toilets and Restaurants Forced to Close
Home CountiesM&S Godalming Food Store Opens as Biggest Standalone Foodhall
What’s OnEsDeeKid To Perform At Outbreak Fest In Victoria Park LondonSunday, 23 AugustVictoria Park, London
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What’s OnStranger Things Live on Stage Enters Its Final Summer in London14 July 2026Phoenix Theatre HM Revenue and Customs has dramatically increased the number of crypto tax warning letters and other compliance messages being sent to cryptocurrency…
20 Aug 2026 7 min read Inheritance Tax When Second Parent Dies: What Families Need to Know in 2026Families dealing with an estate after the death of their second parent may face Inheritance Tax (IHT), but the amount due can…
16 Aug 2026 9 min read Four London Boroughs Mansion Tax 2028 Could See Residents Pay More Than Half of National BillCouncil leaders in Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Richmond and Wandsworth are urging the government to rethink its planned London mansion tax, warning…
10 Aug 2026 3 min read Andy Burnham Procurement Changes To Double Jobs Weighting On Major ContractsCompanies bidding for large central government contracts will be judged more heavily on local jobs, skills and apprenticeships from January 2027, although…
6 Aug 2026 4 min readCoins, rates, HMRC decisions and practical financial reporting for London households and businesses.
FinanceDWP Pension Credit Case Review Campaign Begins as Pensioners Face New ChecksThe Pension Credit case review campaign has begun, with the Department for Work and Pensions contacting selected pensioners to check whether they…Olivia4 min readFinanceWhat Restriction Would the Government Impose in a Closed Economy?The main restriction a government would impose in a closed economy is a prohibition on international trade. In simple terms, businesses and…Henry9 min read
FinanceHow Much Does It Cost To Charge An Electric Car In 2026? UK Costs ExplainedFor London drivers considering the switch from petrol or diesel, one question tends to come before almost everything else: how much does…Henry11 min read
FinanceUK State Pension Age Retirement Changes: Millions Face Later Pension Dates as Rise to 67 BeginsMillions of people approaching retirement are beginning to feel the effect of major UK State Pension age retirement changes, with the age…Olivia8 min readInternational developments and global trends influencing the capital.
Global FocusTropical Storm Bertha Makes Louisiana Landfall As Warning Extends Towards TexasTropical Storm Bertha has crossed Louisiana with 45mph winds after earlier reaching 60mph over the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters have extended warnings…Olivia3 min read
Global FocusReplacement TUI Flight BY2786 Reaches Málaga 10 Hours Late After Mid-Air TurnaroundA replacement aircraft carrying TUI passengers from Manchester reached Málaga more than 10 hours behind schedule after the original Boeing 787 turned…Adam3 min read
Global FocusMerck Lipfendra Cholesterol Pill Becomes First Oral Pcsk9 Drug Approved in USUS regulators have approved Lipfendra, a once-daily tablet that cut LDL cholesterol by more than half in late-stage trials. However, the decision…Ben3 min readInvestigative briefs, planning dossiers and original reporting from across London.
SportsWhen Will England Host the World Cup Again? Latest OutlookEngland is one of world football’s most famous nations, with the Premier League, Wembley Stadium and a long history at the heart…Jermaine11 min read
SportsJeju vs Bayern Line-ups Confirmed As Kim Min-jae Captains Youthful Munich SideKim Min-jae will captain Bayern Munich on home soil as Vincent Kompany fields a heavily rotated starting XI against Jeju SK, with…Ben3 min read
SportsCameron Norrie Ends Six-Match Losing Streak With Emphatic Los Cabos WinCameron Norrie has secured his first tour-level victory since April, defeating Aleksandar Kovacevic in straight sets at a Mexican tournament carrying special…Jermaine3 min read
SportsArgentina’s FIFA 2030 Tournament Spot Was Confirmed in 2024 – Not After the Latest RowArgentina will qualify automatically for the 2030 World Cup despite staging only one match. However, the place is not a new concession…Olivia3 min read
