Summary: London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces pressure from opposition leader Keir Starmer over his plan to expand the ultra low emission zone (Ulez) across the entirety of London. Khan's proposal is seen as a revenue-generating tactic to offset the financial losses incurred by Transport for London (TFL) during pandemic lockdowns. The Uxbridge by-election resulted in an unexpected victory for the Tories, providing a boost to Chancellor Rishi Sunak. Critics argue that the Ulez expansion may disproportionately affect suburban families who rely on cars for daily activities. The Ulez charge is met with resistance from various segments of ...

Summary: London pubs thrive despite the implementation of a new alcohol pricing system. Pub owners express concerns about the potential impact on both their businesses and customers. Londoners show unwavering support for their local pubs, upholding the city's pub culture. Pub owners urge the government to reconsider the new pricing system for a fairer approach. The future of London's pub industry remains uncertain as policymakers assess the situation. London's pub...

Summary: The High Court rules in favor of London Mayor Sadiq Khan , declaring the ULEZ expansion process as lawful. The ULEZ expansion to Outer London is set to proceed as planned on August 29th. Labour faces challenges in balancing green policies to win voter support . Sadiq Khan 's core ULEZ expansion policy remains unchanged despite discussions on making it more palatable. A High Court judge has just issued its view on the challenge that five Conservative-led coun...

Passengers at London Waterloo react to the 5.9% increase in fares And what's your reaction to the average 5.9% increase in fares today in England and Wales? Well I mean obviously everyone's cost has gone up, the electricity to run the railway and everything else but prices were very very high compared to the rest of Europe anyway. So it does cut a little bit because we've all got changes at the moment. It's not really happy to hear it kind of increasing like that. Yeah I think it's tough times we're living in and considering how much we depend on public transport these days it's not going to be well received I think by many to hear that it's increasing. Considering the current state of the trains as well, this mix with the price increase is probably going to be met with some resistance I would say. It's amazing, it just keeps going all the time you ...

Summary: London Mayor Sadiq Khan 's plan to extend the city's ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) has been ruled lawful. The expansion of ULEZ means more polluting vehicles will face a daily charge, aiming to reduce pollution and improve air quality . Protesters expressed unhappiness with the decision, and Tory-led councils ' challenge to stop the ULEZ expansion was rejected. The policy has been controversial, and its impact on the cost of living and businesses has caused a split within the Labour Party . The issue of green policies has become a dividing line between political parties as the general election approaches. ...

Summary: Labour leader Keir Starmer meets London mayor to discuss Uxbridge by-election defeat. Starmer attributes the loss to the impact of Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) policies. Importance of reflecting on the voters' concerns and implications for future elections. The meeting aims to foster cooperation and understanding within the Labour party. Labour leader Keir Starmer met with the London mayor to discuss the recent by-election defeat in Uxbridge. Starmer expressed h...

Summary: Hollywood stars held a rally in London to support striking US actors and address concerns over AI-generated content. Actors voiced fears of image manipulation and the need for legislation to protect against AI misuse. The rally highlighted the challenges of fair compensation and benefits in the current streaming-dominated industry. Participants advocated for ownership of their avatars and control over how their images and voices are utilized. The event emphasized the crucial role of actors in providing a valuable service to society through storytelling. ...

Northern mayors call for TransPennine to be removed as 20,000 trains cancelled | 5 News Whether coming or going by rail in Newcastle today, Plenty had something to say about. Rail services in the north of England. But it's no laughing matter when you're facing delays and cancellations or multiple changes. I come from Hull and it's bad enough to get a train from Hull to here. But having stopped at Leeds as well, I thought there would have been a direct train. The cross-country isn't very prompt. There's a turn-up on time, you've cancelled, you're not going to. I'm so tired of train turmoil, the mayor of West Yorkshire in Newcastle for a transport for the North Conference. She and other Northern mayors demanding more investment for rail in the region. How was your journey here? Well, certainly from Slout where I live in Huddersfield, the train was cance...

Summary: Tom Aspinall secures a TKO win against Martin Tydebor at UFC London, reaffirming his potential as a future world champion. After a tough year, Aspinall returns to the Octagon with a transformed mindset and body, ready to take on new challenges. Aspinall expresses respect for his opponent, Martin Tydebor, acknowledging his skill and character. Tom Aspinall sets ambitious goals, aiming to face the winner of Cyril Ghanagin vs. Sergei Spivak and eventually challenge John Jones for the heavyweight title. ...

Summary: Sinead O'Connor , the Irish star , was found unresponsive at her residential address in London. Metropolitan Police received a call reporting the incident at 11.18 hours on Wednesday, 26th of July. Officers attended the scene and pronounced the 56-year-old singer dead. Nexevkin "> Nexevkin has been notified, and the death is not considered suspicious. A file will be prepared for the coroner 's investigation. Sinead O'Connor 's death has led to an outpouring of love and sadness from music stars , friends, and fans . The Irish star , known for her controversial and troubled life , leaves beh...

Summary: Five individuals, including a couple, have been arrested in the UK on suspicion of espionage. The couple is accused of possessing false passports and ID cards from various European countries. Former MI6 officer praises the police operation, highlighting its potential deterrence effect. Russia's history of espionage activities in the UK raises concerns about state-sponsored threats. Previous cases of Russian involvement include the Salisbury poisoning and the Litvinenko assassination. ...

Summary: Westminster Council unveils the proposed plans for the long-awaited revamp of Oxford Street, London's famous shopping district. The plans include introducing 12 pedestrian crossings, widening pavements, planting trees, and improving lighting. The project aims to reduce traffic congestion, create more space for shoppers, and enhance the overall shopping experience. Consultation for the proposed changes will be open until August 31st, allowing the public to provide feedback on the plans. If approved and completed as scheduled, the transformation of Oxford Street could be realized by 2026. ...

Summary: FTSE 100 is down despite the announcement of new North Sea oil and gas licenses. Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has undergone an overhaul for fair treatment of consumers. UK's largest banks are planning a £5 million advertising campaign to support customers with repayments. BT Group 's shares slipped after the announcement of Alison Kirkley as the new chief executive. Marshall 's share price plummeted following the news of 250 job cuts . Walmart acquires TigerGlobal 's investment in Flipkart for $1.4 billion, increasing its stake to over 80%. ScanCell 's share price rises as the company expa...

BREAKING: Parts of HS2 line to be delayed for two years Well, there is already anger from some senior local government leaders that it's a betrayal of cities like Birmingham and Manchester and calls into question the government's whole levelling up agenda. Now what has happened is that Mark Harper, the Transport Secretary, has at the very end of Commons business on Thursday, and the House is not sitting tomorrow. He has produced a written statement, a written statement, hasn't turned up in the House of Commons to deliver an oral statement and face questions from MPs. He has delivered a written statement, including this news about HS2. There has in the last couple of minutes between been an angry protest from a Labour MP, Sarah Owen, complaining about how Mr Harper did not see fit to come to the House. She said this is an outrageous attempt to avoid scrutiny, and Nigel Evan...

Summary: FTSE 100 opened higher on positive results for London listed companies . NatWest announced a £1 billion jump in Bretex profits . Standard Chartered reported a 20% jump in interim profits and announced a $1 billion buyback. International Airlines Group announced a half-year profit of €1.26 billion. AstraZeneca 's deal to buy Pfizer's gene therapy portfolio led to a jump in their stock. Right Moves experienced significant revenue growth. Europa Oil and Gas to take over the Clouton Gas Discovery near Scarborough . ...

Summary: Residents of Sandwell express concerns about the potential implementation of a low emission zone in their area. A workshop organized by I2 Media Research on a clean air project ignited discussions about low emission zone s. Enjoy the Air commissioned the research to collect environmental data for informing air quality-related decisions by councils and governments. Local councils distance themselves from the workshop s, and a conservative councillor expresses concerns about the financial burden of compliance. Local business owners worry ...

Summary: The Notting Hill Carnival has its roots in the Windrush generation , which arrived in the UK between 1948 and 1972. It was born out of the need for Caribbean communities in London to unite and combat racism and discrimination. Claudia Jones , a Trinidadian journalist, played a pivotal role in starting the carnival as a means to bring communities together. The street carnival tradition began when musicians like Ross Henderson and Kelso Cochran played music in the streets of Notting Hill. The band 'Genesis' was one of the first to partic...

Summary: Former SNP MP Margaret Ferrier ousted after breaking Covid laws and exposing the public to risk. Nearly 12,000 voters signed a recall petition leading to her expulsion from the SNP. Scottish Labour views the by-election as an excellent opportunity to gain a seat. The SNP faced further issues with a Police Scotland probe into party finances and high-profile arrests. The by-election date will be set when Parliament resumes in September. A disgraced former MP who was co...

Summary: Watches of Switzerland shares are experiencing a significant decline in the London markets following the news of Rolex 's acquisition of Bucherer . The acquisition marks the latest chapter in the century-old relationship between Rolex and Bucherer . Swiss competition regulators are examining the takeover's potential impact on Bucherer 's global supplier relationships . Watches of Switzerland emphasizes that there will be no disruption to Bucherer 's regular business operations due to the acquisition . Despite the historic...