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3 weeks ago

House rebuild in Woolwich among latest planning bids in the area

Plans submitted to demolish and rebuild a house at 2 Cleantus Road, Woolwich, as part of Greenwich Council's planning updates.

3 weeks ago

Council implements ice cream van ban on street

Greenwich Council has banned ice cream selling on King William Walk, citing pedestrian safety and environmental health concerns.

Greenwich pub fights to keep riverside seating

Greenwich Council may remove outdoor seating at Trafalgar Tavern, citing it as 'visual clutter' obstructing views along the Thames.

Plans to build high-rise student towers by Deptford Creek refused

The Greenwich Planning Board rejected a proposal for high-rise student accommodation due to concerns about sustainability and local integration.

Greenwich Council could buy over 250 'discounted' homes for social housing

"It's an opportunity to celebrate what Greenwich Builds has already achieved in phase one with having over 750 council homes in progress."

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Woolwich snooker club won't have licence revoked after manager assaults customer

Greenwich Council suspended Woolwich Snooker Club's licence for six weeks instead of revoking it after a physical assault by the director.

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Greenwich's Cutty Sark DLR station shuts for a year to replace 'unreliable' escalators

Cutty Sark DLR station closed for a year for escalator upgrades, enhancing access and reliability.

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2 months ago

Cutty Sark DLR station closes for new escalators

Cutty Sark DLR station is closed for a year for escalator upgrades, which are essential for improved accessibility.

2 months ago

Mural 'rediscovered' in Blackheath to be preserved

Greenwich Council's commitment to restoring and relocating William Mitchell's mural highlights the importance of preserving public art for educational purposes and community engagement.

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'There will be mental health problems' for Woolwich neighbours in HMO plans

Greenwich Council approved a sixth occupant for a controversial HMO, facing significant local opposition due to concerns about community impact.

Bin collection dates for Greenwich for Easter weekend confirmed

Greenwich Council has announced adjusted bin collection dates for the upcoming Easter bank holiday, with all collections pushed back a day for the following week.

London politics

Removal of oak tree among Greenwich planning applications including home extensions

Greenwich Council received several applications for tree removals and home improvements, raising concerns about safety and biodiversity.

DLR Thamesmead extension to take four years to build with no trains before 2031

Thamesmead is set to receive a DLR station by 2031, facilitating significant housing redevelopment in the area.

Sidcup black cab driver fined 650 for using taxi-exempt Greenwich bus lane

Taxis are exempt from restrictions in Blackwall Lane; Mr. Luchford was wrongfully penalized with multiple fines that were later canceled.

Greenwich Council spends more than 13,000 of taxpayers' money on refreshments

Greenwich Council's expenditure on refreshments in 2024 reached Â£8,782.34, significantly higher than the previous year's Â£5,115.91, reflecting a substantial increase in costs.

London politics

New home extensions, tree works and more in Greenwich plans

There is a significant application for the redevelopment of the Former Lorry Park submitted to Greenwich Council this week.

New planning applications in Greenwich including masts, HMOs and extensions

The new telecom monopole in Abbey Wood aims to enhance mobile coverage despite local concerns about its impact.

5 months ago

Future of barracks 'must reflect Woolwich history'

Woolwich Barracks, a military base for 250 years, will be redeveloped for housing while preserving its historical significance.

5 months ago

No funding to reinstate Sunday trains between Lewisham and Woolwich

Southeastern stated that there is no funding available to reinstate Sunday services between Charlton and Lewisham, despite prior exploration of a business case.

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8 months ago

The London Buzz - 12th November 2024

Hackney Council upheld a controversial redesign plan for Pembury Circus amid safety concerns.

A secret mileage charge proposal for London drivers nearly came to fruition.

Islington's social housing faces regulatory scrutiny due to non-compliance.

Greenwich Council temporarily renames the borough to support local winter festival.