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North London mental health trust staff walk out on strike
The staff are employed by outsourcing giant ISS in a variety of roles at North London NHS Foundation Trust including catering, cleaning and security
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Planning system still preventing upwards expansion of low-rise housing in London, expert warns
London Assembly told that simple policy changes in London boroughs could help create 320,000 homes
Muswell Hill mums celebrate raising £90k for charity over five years after final bike ride
The group of six cyclists wanted to use their fundraising to set a good example to their children about the importance of helping others
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System of a Down rock Tottenham with mesmerising stadium show
James Cracknell reviews the first of the metal group's two nights at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Fresh strike ballot for Haringey Council workers as trade union slams ‘pathetic’ pay offer
The Unite ballot is for employees working for companies contracted by local authorities to deliver a range of council services
City Hall urged to give Londoners the ‘right to grow’
The policy would make it easier to convert wasteland into new allotments, community gardens and orchards
Tottenham university student recognised for ‘overcoming adversity’
Anthony Braganza has had to cope with challenges including homelessness and undiagnosed autism during his studies
Advertorial: How to choose the right brake pads for your car
Worn brake pads rarely give much warning before they start costing more than a straightforward pad change. Many drivers only notice a problem once they hear a squeal or feel a shudder through the pedal
Vile London church leader groomed vulnerable young men over 40-year period
Police believe John Grant may have sexually assaulted more victims between 1970 and 2012
Former Muswell Hill church leader convicted of sexual assaulting four young men
John Grant worked at Muswell Hill Baptist Church as well as other churches and used his senior position to attack vulnerable men
Antisocial behaviour blamed for declining bus usage in London
Bus ridership in the capital is down nearly 23% over the past decade despite below-inflation fare increases over that time
Mayor failed to hit reduced affordable housing target, new report reveals
City Hall began construction of just 14,335 affordable homes against a revised government target of 17,800 and an original target of 23,900
Haringey Council hopes to ‘unlock delivery’ of much-delayed Love Lane Estate redevelopment
Cabinet members set to agree contract for demolition of first block and construction of 61 new council homes in its place
Tottenham primary school launches appeal for new playground
Parents and teachers claim the current playground at Ferry Lane Primary School "doesn’t reflect the potential of the pupils who use it"
Londoners pushed to ‘outskirts’ of city by ultra wealthy, housing expert tells assembly
Luxury homes in central London are often left empty by foreign investors
Is Vodafone down? Users report issues with broadband and mobile internet
VodafoneThree users have reported issues with the broadband provider.
Minister criticises London councils over evictions prompted by house purchases
Some families have been evicted by landlords during the purchase process for new homes now being used by councils as temporary accommodation
London Assembly backs extra protections for bus drivers amid warning over ‘unbearable’ conditions
Bus drivers in North London are currently being balloted for strike action after trade union accused operator of "putting profits before people"
Keir Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup (Do you agree?)
Sir Keir Starmer has hinted that there could be a bank holiday in England if the national team win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
EastEnders star lands role in new drama following Cadbury's origin story - full cast
A new drama series which tells the story of the family behind iconic chocolate brand Cadbury will air in 2027.