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fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London politics

Mayor of London intervenes in rejected Paddington housing development

The Mayor of London has called for a review of rejected student housing plans near Paddington station, emphasizing their importance to London's housing strategy.
fromianVisits
7 months ago
London

Another plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street announced

The Mayor of London proposes to pedestrianise part of Oxford Street, but details and local concerns remain unaddressed.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

West End wars: Who will win the new battle for the soul of Soho?

Business leaders claim Westminster council's planning rejections threaten Soho's vibrancy, while residents argue for necessary restrictions due to crime and anti-social behavior.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
NYC real estate

Can a traffic-free Oxford Street match its global rivals?

Khan's ambitious plan aims to pedestrianize Oxford Street to boost shopping and tourism.
Concerns arise from local authorities about the feasibility and implications of the proposed changes.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London politics

Mayor of London intervenes in rejected Paddington housing development

The Mayor of London has called for a review of rejected student housing plans near Paddington station, emphasizing their importance to London's housing strategy.
fromianVisits
7 months ago
London

Another plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street announced

The Mayor of London proposes to pedestrianise part of Oxford Street, but details and local concerns remain unaddressed.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

West End wars: Who will win the new battle for the soul of Soho?

Business leaders claim Westminster council's planning rejections threaten Soho's vibrancy, while residents argue for necessary restrictions due to crime and anti-social behavior.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
NYC real estate

Can a traffic-free Oxford Street match its global rivals?

Khan's ambitious plan aims to pedestrianize Oxford Street to boost shopping and tourism.
Concerns arise from local authorities about the feasibility and implications of the proposed changes.
more#urban-planning
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

'Council should have control over vacant homes'

Westminster City Council urges changes in the law to reclaim long-vacant properties for local use.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Battle for the West End after London mayor Sadiq Khan gets powers to approve late-night drinking and al fresco dining

The London mayor will gain control over late-night licensing decisions to bolster the night-time economy.
#buskers
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago
London politics

Buskers are 'psychological torture' says judge

The court has ordered Westminster Council to address excessive noise from buskers, deemed akin to psychological torture for nearby residents.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Loud buskers playing songs on loop across Leicester Square is 'psychological torture', says judge

Buskers in Leicester Square have been deemed a psychological nuisance by a judge, prompting a council ruling to manage noise levels.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago
London politics

Buskers are 'psychological torture' says judge

The court has ordered Westminster Council to address excessive noise from buskers, deemed akin to psychological torture for nearby residents.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Loud buskers playing songs on loop across Leicester Square is 'psychological torture', says judge

Buskers in Leicester Square have been deemed a psychological nuisance by a judge, prompting a council ruling to manage noise levels.
more#buskers
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Ronnie Scott's boss warns quiet nights' plan could kill London's nightlife

London's nightlife is under threat from noise complaints by residents, potentially stifling growth and competitiveness against global cities like Paris and New York.
#urban-development
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago
London politics

Late-Night Entertainment Zones Could Be Coming to Central London

Westminster Council's new strategy seeks to revitalize London's nighttime economy by enhancing safety, inclusivity, and local business support.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

2.8M project to transform Westbourne Green canalside path approved

Westminster Council has approved funding for a canal walkway makeover in Paddington, creating a wider shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Eight central London public toilets are getting swanky makeovers

Westminster Council is set to refurbish eight public toilets in central London, emphasizing inclusive design and civic pride.
London politics
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Late-Night Entertainment Zones Could Be Coming to Central London

Westminster Council's new strategy seeks to revitalize London's nighttime economy by enhancing safety, inclusivity, and local business support.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

2.8M project to transform Westbourne Green canalside path approved

Westminster Council has approved funding for a canal walkway makeover in Paddington, creating a wider shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Eight central London public toilets are getting swanky makeovers

Westminster Council is set to refurbish eight public toilets in central London, emphasizing inclusive design and civic pride.
more#urban-development
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Council wants to seize homes empty for over six months as thousands in central London revealed to be unoccupied

Westminster Council seeks to take control of long-term vacant properties to address housing crisis.
11,000 properties in Westminster have been identified as empty for more than six months.
#london
fromTime Out London
4 months ago
London

London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scams

Westminster City Council is actively cracking down on illegal street traders in London during the festive season to protect tourists from scams.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Legendary London nightclub Heaven has had its licence suspended and will shut for at least 28 days

Heaven nightclub temporarily closed following a security staff's rape charge, raising safety and procedural concerns at the venue.
fromTime Out London
4 months ago
London

London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scams

Westminster City Council is actively cracking down on illegal street traders in London during the festive season to protect tourists from scams.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Legendary London nightclub Heaven has had its licence suspended and will shut for at least 28 days

Heaven nightclub temporarily closed following a security staff's rape charge, raising safety and procedural concerns at the venue.
more#london
#public-safety
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
FC Barcelona

Groucho Club to reopen following alleged rape

The Groucho Club in London has received permission to reopen under specific conditions after a review related to an alleged rape incident.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
FC Barcelona

Groucho Club to reopen following alleged rape

The Groucho Club in London has received permission to reopen under specific conditions after a review related to an alleged rape incident.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Wannabe boy racers' perform doughnuts near Buckingham Palace

Late-night car meets near Buckingham Palace led to dangerous driving and significant noise disturbances, prompting official penalties.
more#public-safety
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
London

Club is biggest crime generator in borough - Met

Heaven nightclub faces a 28-day license suspension, cited as the highest crime generator in Westminster due to multiple reported incidents.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The London pub where prices jump 2 after 10pm

Pub prices increase by £2 per pint after 10pm due to inflation and local requests for enhanced security.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

Chinatown restaurant slapped with 42,000 fine after dead mice and cockroaches found in kitchen

Gosing Limited and its director were fined for multiple food hygiene violations including pest issues and cross-contamination, stressing the importance of food safety compliance.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
7 months ago
London

'Leicester Square buskers are a nuisance to our office work' - Global Radio

Global Radio is suing Westminster council over noise issues from buskers, marking a significant move under the Environmental Protection Act.
fromTime Out London
7 months ago
London

Oxford Street just got a step closer to going completely car-free

Sadiq Khan aims to ban traffic on Oxford Street to reduce crowding and revive retail.
Plans face opposition from Westminster Council over traffic rerouting and access concerns.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
London

250,000 supercar seized by police after excessive revving in Parliament Square

A 250,000 supercar was seized for anti-social driving in Westminster, reflecting a crackdown on such behavior by the Metropolitan Police and Westminster council.
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