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Khan predicts ‘real acceleration’ of housebuilding in London
The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown
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De Montfort University campus in Leicester closes amid 'very serious incident'
De Montfort University campus in Leicester has been closed by police amid a "very serious incident”
Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon
Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.
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Chingford Police Station front desk to shut at end of month
Chingford Police Station's front desk will close on Saturday, 28th February
Martin Lewis warning to workers on pension auto enrolment and why it is 'free money'
Millions of UK workers are missing out on 'free money' by opting out of pension auto enrolment, according to consumer expert Martin Lewis.
Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline
Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire
'Very rare' Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.
EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year
easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly
Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC
Blackadder star Stephen Fry lands 'quirky' leading role in new US drama
Stephen Fry will be back on American TV screens as he's landed a major role in new Fox drama The Interrogator where he'll play a former MI6 spy, Conrad Henry.
Schools face reduced attainment or closure amid declining pupil rolls, councils warn
There are now 27% less nursery pupils in Waltham Forest than there were ten years ago (2015/16), with numbers dropping by 7% between 2023/24 and 2024/25 alone
East London thug who killed law student over a jacket attacks prison guards
A man who killed a law student over a designer jacket in Walthamstow has had his sentence extended for attacking prison officers.
Walthamstow Ambulance Station staff raise money for defibrillators in honour of beloved cat
Staff are seeking to extend Defib's legacy by raising funds for public-access defibrillators in the community
Full Celebrity Bake Off lineup revealed from popular radio host to iconic singer
Scott Mills, Molly-Mae Hague and Rag’n’Bone Man are among the stars taking part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer.
Martin Lewis simple £10 gadget that could cut energy bills by £40 every winter
Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert (MSE) team has highlighted a simple, low-cost gadget that could help households cut costs as winter energy bills land. Many are looking to make savings, and some may already have it sitting unused in their homes.
Netflix to stop working on these TV boxes within weeks - are you affected?
BT has confirmed that Netflix will stop working on some of its TV boxes soon due to a planned update on the app.
MP meets posties 'who keep society running'
Calvin Bailey MP opens Royal Mail’s eco-friendly Leyton Delivery Office, showcasing electric vans, green upgrades and commitment to Net Zero by 2040.
Men arrested after two stabbed an hour apart in east London
After two men were stabbed in east London, police believe the incidents are linked and have made two arrests.
East London hospice awarded £300k but says more needed
Saint Francis Hospice in east London receives £300,000 government funding for ward refurbishment, but warns more hospice care funding is urgently needed.
‘I never imagined that I’d be up here’: Highams Park star Olivia Dean wins first Grammy
The singer-songwriter won Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles last night