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New national policing body likely to have ‘downside’ for Met

Sadiq Khan said he'd look at the details of reforms closely “to ensure it doesn’t adversely affect policing in this great city”

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Council launches ‘commission’ to draw up solutions for struggling first-time buyers

It will bring together "political and industry expertise" to address the "growing barriers" for first-time buyers

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Event held to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

Four rabbis from local synagogues joined other community representatives, Southgate school pupils and the council leader at Dugdale Arts Centre

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Record number of e-bike and e-scooter fires in London last year

Among the more than 200 blazes were two fatal incidents, taking the total number of deaths linked to the vehicles to five since 2023

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More buses set to serve Meridian Water as development grows

A big shake-up is planned by Transport for London to help boost public transport options at the growing redevelopment site

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Low breast cancer screening rates across London causing concern

The capital's 62.8% uptake in 2024 is significantly below the NHS’s “acceptable level” of 70%

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Traffic congestion worsened by LTNs and bus lanes in some parts of London, TfL admits

TfL streets boss still insists "nearly all" low-traffic neighbourhoods "have been huge successes"

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Only 5,547 housing starts last year in London – against 88,000 target

"Ordinary Londoners suffering the most" from failure to build enough new homes

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A new voice for disability inclusion in Enfield

Empowering Disability in Enfield is a new group formed by people with lived experience of disability

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Council urged to install crossing on road in Arnos Grove ‘before someone is killed’

The Conservatives have pledged to install two crossings in Morton Way should they win election in May

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Three Enfield leisure centres rated highly following inspections

Southgate, Albany and Southbury leisure centres have all been judged by Sport England to be 'very good' or 'excellent'

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MP awarded honorary degree for ‘outstanding contribution’ to health science and innovation

Feryal Clark previously graduated in biomedical science from Kingston University before becoming Enfield North MP and a minister for artificial intelligence

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New renting rules ‘must be enforced’ by London borough councils

From May laws the new Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) will come into force, ending Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions and fixed-term contracts

Enfield Independent | News

I tried 6 cheap winter warmers - these actually work without touching the thermostat

From electric blankets to heated throws, battery-powered scarves to a car seat warmer powered by my cigarette lighter, these gadgets keep me warm through winter.

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Mayor’s council tax precept set to rise by £20 to fund new spending

The extra money will be used to help the Met Police tackle phone theft and cover a deficit at Transport for London

Enfield Independent | News

Discontinued Pepsi Max flavour returns to UK after 30 years and it's 'new favourite'

A Pepsi Max flavour discontinued in the UK 30 years ago has been spotted in Home Bargains, and shoppers have labelled it their "new favourite".

Enfield Independent | News

LIVE updates as 'all traffic stopped' after TWO crashes at same junction on M25

A multi-vehicle crash on the M25 means traffic is being held with long delays. Live updates here.

Enfield Independent | News

LIVE updates as London Overground line suspended for hours by signal failure

A London Overground line is predicted to be suspended for hours after a signal failure. Live updates here.

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Inside the ‘fabulous’ hidden gem restaurant tucked away in a historic building

Discover the fabulous hidden gem restaurant tucked away in a Grade II listed building in London, Sessions Arts Club.

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London bin crowned as best in the world by son and dad on 'rubbish' mission

A rubbish bin enthusiast is on the hunt to find the best in the world.