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Camden residents, prepare for altered waste and recycling collections during the Christmas period. No collections on bank holidays; place no bin bags or recycling outside until after normal collection days. Regular schedule resumes January 5, 2026. Order free recycling bags online or by phone. Christmas tree recycling available January 2-11, 2026; remove decorations before dropping off. Avoid fly-tipping fines by not leaving unsold trees or commercial waste at recycling sites. Alternative tree recycling locations include Netherhall Gardens, Highgate Enclosures, and Regis Road Reuse and Recycling Centre.

BlackStar Bar and Grill in Walthamstow faces restrictions after numerous noise complaints, leading to reduced hours and loss of music license. Council acted following a formal letter from a local resident, citing ongoing noise issues. Despite previous agreements to keep music low, the venue hosted various events, contributing to the problem.

UK Government Borrowing Exceeds Expectations in November, Despite Lower Than Expected Spending

Kent Council Accused of Hiding Savings Details: Labour MP Polly Billington demands explanation for £40 million claimed savings from canceled environmental projects, as council leader Linden Kemkaran announces the figures in July. Council denies cover-up, promises to release information later this week.

Reform UK candidate, Chris Parry, faces backlash for suggesting that politicians from minority ethnic backgrounds may not prioritize loyalty to the UK. His comments, including a call for David Lammy to go home to the Caribbean, have drawn criticism. Labour strongly condemns these remarks, accusing Reform of tolerating racism. Reforms deputy leader defends Parrys views, sparking further debate.

Londons Docklands Light Railway sees a surge in penalty fares, with a projected doubling this year. TfL intensifies efforts to combat fare evasion, increasing inspections and target checks. The goal is to halve fare dodging by 2030, with significant investments in revenue protection.

Senior police officers link rise in hate crimes on Londons public transport to Israel-Gaza conflict. Antisemitic hate crime surged in late 2023, with a nearly 28% year-on-year increase between January and August 2024. Despite a slight drop, numbers remain elevated. Protests in major transport hubs pose additional challenges for authorities.

Bridge Park Community Centre in Harlesden, a historic Black-led community enterprise, faces demolition to make way for a £600 million redevelopment. Despite its role in preventing race riots and becoming Europes largest Black-led community enterprise, Historic England denied it heritage protection. Campaigners challenge this decision, arguing it erases a vital piece of Black British history. Brent Council supports the redevelopment, aiming to replace the center with new homes, retail spaces, a hotel, and a community hub.

In Chelsea, amidst construction fatigue, a new 274-home development, Chelsea Creek, has been approved. The project includes 118 affordable homes, 65 extra care properties, and 53 general needs units at social rent. The council plans to purchase these for new affordable workspace and a community center. Despite concerns over building height and canyonization, the development features over 2500 sq. meters of open space. The council aims to deliver much-needed housing, acknowledging Londons crisis.