Newham elections 2026: What you need to know as voters head to polls
The London elections are fast approaching and voters in Newham will soon be heading to the polls. But…
Where the fun doesn’t stop: Mapping gambling machines across London’s pubs
The florescent lights from fruit machines can be blinding and distracting at the best of times, but for…
‘Our reporters spent a year investigating London’s housing crisis – these stories shocked us most’
From newbuilds that are already falling apart to a woman left to live with no toilet for 10…
Did the Chancellor commit a selective licensing offence?
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025 – By Richard Tacagni, MD, London Property Licensing As someone who has specialised in selective…
Four London boroughs among five most 'income-deprived' places in England – London Evening Standard
Four London boroughs among five most ‘income-deprived’ places in England London Evening Standard What is life like in one…
Council tax in this London borough could go up again next year – as services are cut
Council tax in Newham could go up by 9 per cent again next year while children’s’ centres, bin…
‘Preferred location’ revealed for new combined Smithfield and Billingsgate market
The LDRS understands that two potential sites were recently visited in the Albert Dock area, with the hope…
Newham stabbing: Five teenagers arrested after boy,14, left fighting for his life in 'horrific attack' – London Evening Standard
Newham stabbing: Five teenagers arrested after boy,14, left fighting for his life in ‘horrific attack’ London Evening Standard Five…
Places for London confirms joint venture partner for Limmo Peninsula development | Transport for London
Following the conclusion of a competitive tender process, Ballymore has been selected as its joint venture partner to…
Hundreds of east London homes ‘went without basic fire safety checks’, claims whistleblower
The ex-employee, who has spoken to the LDRS anonymously, said: “You’re [potentially] compromising people’s safety, there should be…