Urgent Investigation Launched into Heathrow Power Outage Chaos
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has commissioned the National Energy System Operator (NESO) to conduct an urgent investigation into the widespread power outage that brought disruption to Heathrow Airport and surrounding areas earlier this week. The decision, supported by energy regulator Ofgem and enabled under the Energy Act, comes after electricity was fully restored to affected […]
Concerns Raised Over Misuse of Disabled Parking Bay in Ilford
A local resident has raised concerns about the misuse of a disabled parking bay in Ilford, after witnessing a shop worker occupying a space designated for those with disabilities throughout the day. The individual, who wishes to remain anonymous due to fear of repercussions, observed the vehicle parked in the disabled residents’ bay during both […]
Man Killed in Fatal Collision on M25 Near Orpington Police Appeal for Witnesses
A man has died following a serious collision on the M25 near Orpington, prompting a police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage to assist in the investigation. The incident occurred at approximately 9.55pm on Friday, 21 March, on the clockwise carriageway between junctions 3 and 4, as a silver BMW Z4 was travelling in the […]
Fugitive Jamie Cooper Arrested in Blackburn After Escape from Custody
A man who escaped from lawful custody earlier this week has been arrested after being found in a car in Blackburn. Jamie Cooper, originally from Blackpool, was discovered by Lancashire Police on Saturday afternoon as a passenger in a vehicle that had travelled from Bolton. Officers arrested the 33-year-old on suspicion of escaping from lawful […]
Two Charged in Connection with Swale Drug Supply Investigation
Two men have been charged following a police investigation into the supply of illegal drugs in the Swale area. Kent Police detectives launched an inquiry in November 2024, after identifying a mobile phone number believed to be linked to drug activity and used to contact known drug users in the area. The phone number was […]
Operation Tramline: Dangerous Drivers Caught in Kent by Unmarked Police Lorry
Dozens of dangerous drivers were caught in the act during a recent road safety crackdown in Kent, thanks to an unmarked police lorry used as part of Operation Tramline. The initiative, run by Kent Police in partnership with National Highways, took place between Monday 10 March and Sunday 16 March 2025, targeting reckless and irresponsible […]
Police Recover Kia Linked to Crime in Wheatley
A Kia vehicle linked to suspicious activity and multiple crime reports has been recovered by Thames Valley Police (TVP) officers in Wheatley. PCs Dollery and Woolley were involved in the recovery operation, which took place after the vehicle was repeatedly reported to police in connection with suspicious behaviour — specifically males seen loitering near unattended […]
New HMO Licensing Scheme Set to Improve Rental Standards in Enfield
Enfield Council has announced the renewal of its Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Licensing Scheme, aimed at raising housing standards and improving the quality of shared rental accommodation across the borough. The new scheme, approved by Enfield Council’s Cabinet on 12 March, will be introduced for a further five years, starting from 1 September 2025. […]
Murder Probe Launched After Woman Found Dead in Essex Seaside Home
A murder investigation has been launched after a woman in her 40s was found dead inside a home in a seaside town in Clacton, Essex, earlier today. Emergency services were called to a property on Skelmersdale Road at 11:30am following reports of a serious incident. Paramedics arrived at the scene within minutes, but despite their […]
Flights to Restart at Heathrow as Repatriation Flights Begin for Stranded Passengers
Heathrow Airport has begun restarting limited flight operations following a day of unprecedented disruption caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation. The airport has confirmed that repatriation flights for passengers diverted to other European destinations will commence today. Operations resumed at 4:31pm, with initial services operating from Terminals 3 and 5. Easterly operations […]
