The Body Movements festival, now a major bi-annual event in Southwark Park, combines celebrations with charitable work supporting LGBTQ+ communities and reflects the increasing political mobilisation seen at London Trans+ Pride, highlighting a surge in visibility and activism for trans rights in the UK. The Body Movements festival has grown…

The UK faces a mounting crisis as the closure of hundreds of swimming pools over the past decade risks leaving a generation less equipped to swim, with alarming rises in drowning and health inequalities among children. Young people in the UK face a growing risk of drowning as a consequence…

Despite an increase in arrests, police credited technological measures and targeted operations for a notably safer carnival this year, with fewer serious incidents and an emphasis on early intervention. Two people were stabbed at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, a celebrated annual event in west London renowned for its vibrant…

Perkins Coie expands its London team by appointing Arnav Joshi, a seasoned lawyer specialising in AI, data privacy, and cross-border tech regulation, signalling its ambition to lead in Europe’s evolving technology legal landscape. Perkins Coie, a prominent international law firm, has announced the appointment of Arnav Joshi as a partner…

Residents and city committees in Saco are collaborating on innovative visual messaging and infrastructure projects to combat rising traffic incidents and improve neighbourhood safety amidst growing community concern. Concerns about speeding and traffic safety on residential streets in Saco are gaining heightened attention from both residents and city committees, spotlighting…

This year’s Notting Hill Carnival experienced a marked decrease in serious violence, attributed to targeted police interventions including live facial recognition technology, knife arches, and community engagement, marking a safer celebration than previous years. This year’s Notting Hill Carnival has seen a notable reduction in serious violence compared to recent…

This year’s Notting Hill Carnival experienced a notable decrease in violent incidents compared to previous years, attributed to enhanced security measures including live facial recognition technology, despite ongoing debates over civil liberties. This year’s Notting Hill Carnival saw a notable reduction in serious violence compared with recent years, according to…

Dale Vince, a major Labour supporter and environmental entrepreneur, faces questions over the close links between his political donations and substantial public contracts awarded to his firm Ecotricity by the Greater London Authority amid ongoing debates about transparency and influence. A prominent Labour donor whose company has been awarded contracts…

Despite a 21% rise in arrests and the deployment of live facial recognition technology, serious violence at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival decreased significantly, marking a safer celebration with enhanced policing strategies. Two people were stabbed during the Notting Hill Carnival this year, a significant decrease in serious violence compared…

London’s new campaign urges public transport users to wear headphones instead of playing music or videos aloud, in response to growing public concern and political pressure for stricter penalties. London’s public transport users are set to see posters urging them to use headphones rather than play music or videos out…

The Metropolitan Police made 423 arrests and used cutting-edge technology to manage safety concerns during this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, amid reports of multiple stabbings and violence, showcasing a significant shift towards proactive crime prevention. The Metropolitan Police have made 423 arrests over the two days of the Notting Hill…

Councils across the UK are increasingly offloading community facilities and services to manage soaring debt levels, risking long-term social and economic impacts amid a broader financial crisis in local government. Across the United Kingdom, a troubling trend is emerging as councils grapple with ever-increasing levels of debt: the mass sale…