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News organizations express concern over proposed changes to daily press briefings, fearing reduced access and scrutiny. The government plans to cut back to one briefing per day, sometimes replaced by press conferences, which journalists worry will limit questions and issues addressed. The Society of Editors CEO emphasizes the risk of government-controlled press conferences restricting access and undermining scrutiny.

The Metropolitan Police have requested Camden Council to reconsider the Elysee restaurants license on Percy Street due to recurring issues with crime, disorder, and public safety. Despite previous warnings and conditions, the restaurant has allegedly breached key safety measures, leading to the polices request for license revocation. The council will now review the application, with a public hearing potentially taking place in private.

TikTok faces legal action from former moderators over alleged union-busting and job cuts, raising concerns about worker rights and online safety. The social media giants sudden shift in plans after workers began organizing is under scrutiny, with accusations of moving jobs to countries with lower labor costs and weaker worker protections. The legal challenge could have significant implications for worker rights and online safety.

Spin Doctors New Venue: One Eighty One in Islington - A Unique Blend of Music, Food, and Community Rod Gilmore, a renowned DJ, has opened One Eighty One, a record shop, cafe, and bar in Islington. This labor of love, backed by a community-funded Kickstarter campaign, aims to be a neighborhood hub for music lovers and families. By day, its a relaxed cafe, and by night, it transforms into a vibrant bar with a rotating lineup of DJs. The venue features vintage Tannoy Cheviot speakers and offers quality drinks, food, and music, contributing to Islingtons rich musical heritage.

Severe flooding at Rye House station disrupts Greater Anglia services between Liverpool Street, Stratford, and Hertford East until Christmas Eve. A burst water main caused significant damage, submerging tracks and damaging the signaling system. Limited replacement bus service available, but passengers urged to explore alternatives due to extended recovery period.

Urgent Safety Warning Issued for Railway Landslide Monitoring Equipment: Sensors Failed to Detect Landslip That Derailed Train

Contactless Card Payments: A Major Shift Ahead as the £100 Limit Vanishes The UKs financial regulator, the FCA, is set to remove the £100 limit on contactless card payments next year. Banks and card providers will now be able to set their own maximums for these tap-and-go transactions, potentially allowing unlimited spending without a PIN. While most providers are expected to keep current restrictions, this move aims to adapt to evolving consumer demands, inflation, and new technology. Existing consumer protections will remain, ensuring victims of unauthorized fraud are still reimbursed.

A fifteen-year-old boy faces trial for the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe, who was stabbed to death in Weston-super-Mare. The teenager appeared in court via video link, confirming his name during the brief hearing. The trial is set for the middle of 2026, with a provisional date in March. Aria was remembered as a lively and fun-loving girl, who recently celebrated her birthday with a K-Pop themed party. The community is mourning her loss, and the trial is expected to last two weeks.

Bishop Richard Moth appointed as new Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Moth, currently Bishop of Arundel and Brighton, will take over in February. Nichols, who turned 80 in November, had previously been asked by Pope Francis to stay on. Moth expresses gratitude and acknowledges Nichols support during the transition.