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North London council missed 1,100 emails raising concerns about vulnerable residents
More than 1,100 emails raising concerns about the welfare of potentially vulnerable people were "missed" by the social work department at a London council, an investigation has found.

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Only Fools and Horses' Sue Holderness leads tributes to sitcom co-star Patrick Murray
Patrick's death was announced in a statement today


The part of the London Underground hidden by clever trick in posh neighbourhood
There's a very unique way that the Tube has kept itself hidden in a really posh neighbourhood

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Prince William opens up about Royal Family's health issues
The Prince of Wales shared his thoughts with Hollywood actor Eugene Levy


British Transport Police issues warning as ‘block the tracks’ protest planned
It said posts on social media had encouraged people to "block the tracks" in protest at Israel detaining activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla


Met Police to scrap antisocial behaviour officers to boost neighbourhood policing
EXCLUSIVE: The Met Police is to scrap dedicated antisocial behaviour officers and reassign them to the frontline in London


South London hospital's minor injuries unit won't close but future still uncertain
Nearly 10,000 people signed a petition calling for the unit in Roehampton to remain open, after learning it was under review


Euston station evacuated by police amid 'security alert'
A number of police vehicles have been spotted at the busy terminus


The simple banking switch recommended by Money Saving Expert to get extra £210 this autumn
Switch deals are a common method for banks to attract new customers


Met Police steps up patrols in Jewish communities after Manchester synagogue attack
While there is no immediate threat in London, the decision will "provide additional support and reassurance"


Starmer labels sexist and racist comments from Met officers as ‘shocking’
The footage, gathered undercover for a BBC Panorama documentary, appears to show some officers at a central London police station call for immigrants to be shot and brag about using violence against suspects


The London borough locals say is a 'dream' to live in - it's seeing among UK's fastest rent rises
Richmond is one of 51 areas of the UK where the average private rent rose by at least £100 a month over the last year


'My mum died suddenly of cancer - now council is evicting me from the family home'
Kyle Rolfe is unable to succeed the tenancy of the council house in Ealing because it has already been passed to his sister after his mum died


Lady Gaga fans stunned as she snatches item from audience member at Mayhem Ball tour
Lady Gaga fans were left in shock when the singer snatched something from them when she walked past them at the O2 arena, in a truly iconic moment that left people in awe


Only Fools and Horses star Patrick Murray dies aged 68 after battle with lung cancer
Tributes have poured in for the beloved actor


Powerbook highlights 25 business owners transforming enterprise
The list includes people working in a diverse range of sectors, backgrounds, business sizes, and operational locations


He tried to pinch a phone but threw a huff when he realised what he'd actually nicked
Phone snatching is something most Londoners are very wary of, but one 'victim' saw the funny side


Inside London’s ‘coolest’ neighbourhood where nightlife booms but locals feel left behind
This south London postcode has transformed in recent years - for the better or for the worse?


Thames Water lenders submit new rescue plan to avoid nationalisation
The new bid is "more ambitious, delivers greater value for customers and follows three months of discussion with and feedback from Ofwat"


The South London area identified for 'new town' with 15k homes by Government
Thamesmead is one of 12 shortlisted locations on the Government's 300,000-home housing project
