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London tourist tax could raise £352m every year
Inner London boroughs will generate the bulk of the revenue under a 3% levy on nightly room charges and are keen to keep the cash raised in their areas
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Man 'sexually assaults member of staff' in Liverpool Street station
A man reportedly sexually assaulted a member of staff in Liverpool Street station near the ticket barrier.
Sky issues new 'dodgy' Fire Stick warning as it works on 'significant' crackdown
But Sky has warned Illegal TV Fire Sticks and/or ‘dodgy boxes’ users that it is taking "significant" action to ensure its content remains protected.
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Royal Mint shares new 50p coin in ‘fitting tribute’ to mark significant anniversary
The Royal Mint has announced a new 50p coin celebrating Concorde to mark 50 years since the aircraft’s first commercial flight
SME's Warned to Expect Higher Insurance Bills This Year
Small businesses face rising insurance premiums this year, with 51% already seeing increases. Experts warn SMEs to review cover and cut costs early.
Woman 'sexually assaulted' while walking up stairs in Euston station
A woman has reportedly been sexually assaulted in Euston as she was walking up stairs in the station.
Making AI-generated sexual images without consent now illegal in UK amid Grok AI row
The Government will make the making of AI-generated sexual images without consent a criminal offence. Ofcom is probing X and Grok AI amid new abuse laws.
Loft conversions, care home and new flats in Waltham Forest plans
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Waltham Forest Council.
'Creative' and 'pedigree' spot named the coolest postcode in London for 2026
The coolest postcodes to live in for 2026 have been named, with London's Poplar among the UK's top picks.
Department for Transport rates Waltham Forest ‘red’ for pothole repairs
Waltham Forest Council has however disputed the DfT’s findings, arguing that the borough is actually one of the quickest in the country to repair potholes
Royal Mail announces major change across UK to 'make life easier' for customers
Royal Mail and Post Office have joined forces to introduce 24/7 parcel lockers across the UK.
Man in hospital and arrested after fight involving three men in Leyton
A man in his 20s has been taken to the hospital and then arrested after a fight in Leyton.
Man in hospital and arrested after fight involving three men in Leyton
A man in his 20s has been taken to the hospital and then arrested after a fight in Leyton.
'I interviewed the Prime Minister in IKEA about parental leave and town centres'
It’s not every day you’re interviewing the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom about Swedish meatballs, parental leave and the future of Croydon.
Inquest opened into death of 'bright' girl, 16, at Loughton station
An inquest has been opened into the death of Daisy House.
Person in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by train on London line
A person is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a train on a line to London.
Trains cancelled on major London line after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train with services to London facing major delays or cancellations. Live updates here.
Khan vows to ‘turn the tide’ on rough sleeping
The number of people forced to sleep on the streets in London has risen to 13,231, a 63% increase from when the mayor took office in 2016
ITV forced to postpone new series of Love Island: All Stars as villa evacuated
ITV has been forced to postpone the start of Love Island: All Stars series 3 after the villa was evacuated due to “ongoing wildfires”.
Virgin Media O2 offering £100s for old gaming consoles like PlayStation and Xbox
Virgin Media O2 is offering up to £160 for old gaming consoles, including PlayStation and Xbox, through its O2 Recycle scheme - here's how to claim.