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Kent florist shortlisted for two national awards after double nomination

A florist in Kent is in the running for two national awards.

The busy south London flyover at risk of closure without major repairs

TfL has warned the Croydon Flyover could face restrictions or closure within years unless major repairs are carried out.

One of London

Tower Bridge has installed heat-reducing technology in its high-level walkways to keep visitors cooler during London's increasingly hot summers.

Joe Lycett is opening a London pub for just one hour a week

Joe Lycett's new Channel 4 series will see an east London pub open for one hour each week as part of a live celebration of Britain's pubs.

?Truly wonderful’ woman, 75, named and pictured in tribute following fatal burglary

A 75-year-old woman who died after a burglary in Finsbury Park has been described as “truly wonderful” as she’s named and pictured.

Forgotten landmark near London Bridge has 311 steps and city views

Thousands walk past The Monument every day, but many don't realise you can climb 311 steps to a panoramic viewing platform inside.

Major high road blocked by emergency services after crash

Kilburn High Road has been blocked both ways due to reports of a crash.

Man arrested on train to France on suspicion of murder following fatal fire

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fire in Hounslow which killed a woman.

Major Piccadilly line closure returns next week - here

Most of the Piccadilly line will close for three days next week as TfL prepares the route for its new fleet of trains.

Most Londoners overlook these incredible street art neighbourhoods

Brent and Waltham Forest have been named London's most underrated boroughs for street art, according to new research analysing artworks and…

Hop-on hop-off bus London - The Original Tour review

We took The Original Tour as a family of four to see if London's iconic sightseeing bus is worth it for locals. Here's our honest review.

Historic Romford Market to be transformed this Bank Holiday with free events

Romford Market will host free performances, projections and the return of the Liberty Fountain this Bank Holiday weekend as part of Market Town.

This London staircase has captivated visitors for more than 400 years

Discover the Tulip Stairs at Greenwich's Queen's House, Britain's first self-supporting spiral staircase and one of London's…

PICTURES: Lions have a ball with spicy treat at London Zoo

Two Asiatic lions at London Zoo celebrated World Lion Day with a giant scented ball, as the zoo highlighted efforts to protect the endangered…

Lanterns light up vigil for Hiroshima and Nagasaki

A vigil on Wimbledon Common has remembered the victims of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings with music, poetry and a lantern ceremony.

Scout volunteer selected to represent UK at World Jamboree

Whetstone Scout volunteer Andrew Rush will represent the UK at the 2027 World Scout Jamboree in Poland, joining 600 volunteers supporting 50,000…

Community leader offered role guiding £20m investment

Sandra White has been offered the role of independent chair of the Harlesden Neighbourhood Board, which will oversee £20m of Pride in Place…

Newman Catholic College students celebrate post-16 success

Students at Newman Catholic College in Harlesden are celebrating strong post-16 results, with more than half achieving A*-B grades or equivalent…