Huge Industrial Fire Sparks Investigation in Mitcham 2026
Investigation under way as 125 firefighters tackle a massive industrial and scrubland blaze near Carshalton Road, disrupting trains in Mitcham, 2026.
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SL7 Superloop Express Bus vs Train: Suburban Travel in Cheam 2026
Discover why South Londoners rate TfL's SL7 Superloop bus over rail travel following train cancellations between Epsom, Cheam, and Croydon in 2026.
Jason Arday Fundraiser Surpasses £224,000 Following Death in South London 2026
A fundraiser for Prof Jason Arday’s family closed over £224k following his death in South London, as a Trafalgar Square vigil and Ghent suspension follow.
Mohammed Sherif Charged With Murder of Kerry Ann Goodbrand Southwark 2026
Mohammed Sherif appears in court charged with the murder of Kerry Ann Goodbrand after a fatal fall in Southwark. Case sent to Old Bailey.
Elderly Woman Stabbed in Violent Break-In, South London 2026
An elderly woman was stabbed during a south London home break-in. Suspect arrested after throwing glass at officers. Read full details, South London 2026.
Croydon Flyover At Risk Of Closure Without TfL Infrastructure Repairs 2026
The busy Croydon Flyover faces closure risks due to concrete decay. Transport for London warns major repairs are essential to save the route by 2029-2031.
Terminally Ill Resident Stuck in Overheating Sutton Tower Block (South London, 2026)
Terminally ill resident Jeffrey King faces 35C heat inside Sutton's Balaam House tower block as residents demand urgent council action. (South London, 2026)
Calverley Close Regeneration Starts Phase Two in Bromley 2026
Phase two of the 275-home Calverley Close scheme begins in Bromley, delivering 32 social rent homes with GLA funding for completion in 2028.
Seven South London Bus Routes Disrupted By Arriva Driver Strikes 2026
Over 1,500 Arriva drivers strike over 40C cab temperatures, disrupting South London bus routes. Get full strike dates, routes, and background details.
Met Office Issues Thunderstorm Warnings for South East London 2026
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings for London & South East amid drought conditions, warning of travel delays and heavy downpours on Wednesday.
Why Ismaila Sarr Missed Crystal Palace Opener London 2026
Ismaila Sarr missed Crystal Palace's opener vs Everton amid a £30m Galatasaray bid. Pierre Sage faces key squad decisions in London, August 2026.
Ismaïla Sarr Galatasaray Transfer Standoff Crystal Palace London 2026
Ismaïla Sarr is absent from Crystal Palace's squad against Everton as Galatasaray push to complete a £60m transfer before the deadline.
IOPC Investigates Death of Man in Police Custody, Croydon 2026
An independent IOPC investigation is underway after a 52-year-old man died in Metropolitan Police custody at Windmill Road suite in Croydon, south London.
St Helier Hospital Repair Costs Soar Amid Maintenance Backlog Sutton 2026
Repair costs for St Helier Hospital hit £500k in early 2026 as Sutton Council warns the ageing site is falling to pieces amid a £142m maintenance backlog.
Southern Trains Disrupted By Sunday Engineering Work In East Croydon 2026
Southern trains via East Croydon face major Sunday disruption due to engineering work. Plan ahead for replacement buses and route diversions on August 23.
Met Police Custody Death Investigation at Windmill Road Suite, Croydon 2026
IOPC launches an investigation after a 52-year-old man died in cells at Windmill Road Custody Suite in Croydon following a arrest on a court warrant in 2026.
Bromley Council Impounds Tipper Truck in Fly-Tipping Enforcement Downham 2026
Bromley Council impounds a Ford Transit tipper truck in Downham in its latest crackdown on illegal waste dumping. 7 vehicles seized in 2026.
Bexley and Dartford Southeastern Trains Facing Bus Replacements 2026
Southeastern train disruptions affect Bexley and Dartford on Sunday 23 August. Find full service updates, bus replacements, and Charing Cross diversions.
Bexley Food Spots Issued Borough’s Lowest Hygiene Ratings 2026
Revealed: The food spots with the lowest hygiene ratings in the London Borough of Bexley, according to official inspections conducted so far this year.
Tyburn RWC Unveils Huge Data Centre Scheme in Charlton Riverside 2026
Plans for a 100,000sqm data centre in Charlton Riverside have been unveiled near the Thames Barrier by Tyburn RWC Limited, alongside planned new housing.
Best Photography Locations in Lambeth: Scenic Spots & Iconic Views
Discover the best photography locations in Lambeth, London. Explore scenic viewpoints, historic landmarks, street art hubs, and panoramic skyline spots.
Discover Top Outdoor Activities and Parks in Lambeth, London
Explore the best walking trails, cycling routes, lidos, and parks in Lambeth. Plan your ideal outdoor adventure in South London with this complete guide.
Catford High Street Facing Decline As Overturned Ban Enables Fifth Gambling Venue To Open (Catford, 2026)
Lewisham Council loses appeal as a fifth gambling venue opens in Catford. PM Andy Burnham vows to scrap the Gambling Act's 'aim to permit' rule.
Crystal Palace Agree Axel Disasi Loan Deal With Chelsea, London 2026
Crystal Palace reach verbal agreement with Chelsea to sign Axel Disasi on loan as 28yo defender undergoes medical ahead of move to Selhurst Park, London.
Crystal Palace Sign Disasi, Reject City’s Wharton Bid, London 2026
Crystal Palace agree loan deal for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi and reject Manchester City's transfer inquiry for midfielder Adam Wharton.
Crystal Palace Near Deal to Sign Axel Disasi From Chelsea: London 2026
Crystal Palace close in on signing Chelsea defender Axel Disasi on a season-long loan to reinforce Pierre Sage's backline in London ahead of 2026/27.
Bexley’s Most Expensive Streets Revealed in New Housing Data, Bexley 2026
Property Solvers reveals Bexley’s most expensive streets, led by Rectory Lane in Sidcup where average house sale prices reached £1.18m in Land Registry data.
Dodgy Landlords Warned as Southwark Council Escalates Enforcement Actions Southwark 2026
Southwark Council cracks down on rogue landlords under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Private tenants can now report bad living conditions directly.
Southwark Extends Night Patrol Service After Successful Pilot Scheme: Southwark, 2026
Southwark Council extends its night-time patrol service after a successful pilot. Officers handled 70 VAWG callouts and 52 homeless referrals in Southwark.
Greenwich Council Advances Major Woolwich Exchange Regeneration Scheme Greenwich 2026
Greenwich Council advances the Woolwich Exchange scheme, securing 1,000 new homes and market upgrades while guaranteeing business stability in Woolwich.
Kingston Council Planning Applications and Chessington Battery Scheme Kingston 2026
Kingston Council receives a battery storage screening request for Chessington alongside new residential and commercial applications in Surbiton for 2026.
Kingston Bridge Closed Following Major Emergency Incident in Kingston upon Thames 2026
Kingston Bridge was closed in both directions following a major emergency incident. A female patient was taken to hospital. Expect A308 delays.
Asbestos and Sinkhole Force Long Closure of Shortlands Library, Bromley 2026
Bromley Council confirms Shortlands Library faces long closure after subsidence from large trees caused structural cracking, asbestos risks, and a sinkhole.
Southwark Council Sanctions Rogue Landlords in South London 2026
Southwark Council launches strict sanctions against rogue landlords under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Learn how private tenants can report disrepair.
Best Independent Shops and Markets in Lambeth 2026
Discover the best independent shops in Lambeth, from Brixton Village and Herne Hill Market to Lower Marsh and West Norwood Feast in South London.
Best Riverside Attractions in Lambeth | South London 2026
Discover Lambeth’s best riverside attractions, from the London Eye and Jubilee Gardens to Lambeth Palace, Southbank Centre and Albert Embankment.
What to Discover Around Waterloo in Lambeth, London 2026
Discover Waterloo in Lambeth, from the London Eye and Southbank Centre to theatres, museums, riverside landmarks and Leake Street street art.
Met Police Oppose KK Convenience Store 2am Licence Plan Tooting 2026
Met Police oppose KK Convenience Store's 2am alcohol licence plan on Tooting High Street over violence and anti-social behaviour concerns in 2026.
Croydon Fly-Tipping Video Exposes Trader Following Council Guidance Croydon 2026
Croydon Mayor Jason Perry’s anti-fly-tipping video sparks row after exposing a local trader following official council waste rules in South London in 2026.
Croydon Council Ordered to Pay £75k Over Care Fee Error, Croydon 2026
Croydon Council must repay £75k to a family wrongly forced to sell their grandmother's house for care fees despite Section 117 free aftercare rules in 2026.
16-Year-Old Girl Found Dead in Danson Park, Bexleyheath 2026
A 16-year-old girl was found unresponsive and pronounced dead in Danson Park, Bexleyheath. Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident in 2026.
Welcome Takeaway Hit With Zero Food Hygiene Rating in Orpington 2026
Welcome takeaway in Orpington receives a zero food hygiene rating following an inspection by Bromley Council officers, requiring urgent safety improvements.
Pierre Sage Dampens Wilfried Zaha Crystal Palace Return Talk Selhurst 2026
Pierre Sage plays down Wilfried Zaha’s potential Crystal Palace return despite the club legend training with the first-team squad in Selhurst 2026.
Lewisham Council Approves 20-Flat Scheme at Longton Avenue Sydenham 2026
Lewisham Council approves Tengu Ltd's 20-flat, five-storey development at 27 Longton Avenue despite resident objections in Sydenham, London.
Pierre Sage Gives Crystal Palace Transfer and Injury Updates South London 2026
Pierre Sage gives updates on Adam Wharton's future, Wilfried Zaha training rumours, Maxence Lacroix replacement, and Dean Henderson injury for Palace in 2026.
Lewisham Council Recycling Site Unaffected by Fire in Deptford 2026
Lewisham Council confirms its Deptford recycling site remains open following a nearby waste fire at a private facility on Landmann Way. Get full details.
Lambeth Students Celebrate High GCSE Exam Results in Lambeth 2026
Lambeth Council celebrates students collecting GCSE results at The Norwood School, with top local performers earning high grades across subjects.