The average person will have to save 260,000 over their lifetime to enjoy a basic income in retirement, climbing to 445,000 if they are unable to get on the property ladder, according to a report by a former government pensions minister.more
A man is behind bars after "mercilessly beating" to death a young father who came to the UK from Poland in search of a better life for his family. Vitalie Daikov, 26, of no fixed address was jailed for 17 years at the Old Bailey on Monday (May 14) for taking another man's life in a fit of "uncontrolled rage".more
A new Tube map has revealed the best locations to live in London to cut down journey times while saving on rent. Seven Sisters on the Victoria line, with an average weekly rent of £209 and a journey time of 15 minutes to Green Park, came out on top.more
Workers at Luton Airport, including baggage handlers, firefighters and security staff, are to stage strikes over the May Bank Holiday weekend in disputes over pay and zero hours contracts. The Unite union warned of disruption to flights unless a series of rows with the airport and contractors are resolved.more
A secret police database containing the name of thousands of gang members has been accused of targeting young black men - many of whom have been deemed to have zero risk of violence.more
Almost one thousand new foster families are needed in London to ensure all children who need to be fostered can live in a household that meets their needs, according to The Fostering Network. The newly released figures show that across the country 6,800 families are needed to cope with demand, 930 of those would be requred in London.more
A heatmap has exposed the most dangerous parts of London for moped crime as figures show how the number of incidents has surged in the past five years.more
Londoners are set to bask in 25C heat as glorious sunshine returns to the capital. Temperatures look set to soar across the south-east on Tuesday following a washout weekend, the Met Office said.more
Polish migrants living in and leaving the United Kingdom for their native country have cited concerns about life in contemporary Britain, with issues including economics, anti-white racism, and terrorist attacks.more
Two Polish police officers from Haringey Police have been awarded a Commendation for Compassion, Courage and Resilience by Haringey Police's Borough Commander Helen Millichap (pictured) at a ceremony held on Tuesday 1 May at Alexandra Palace.more
Junk food adverts are set to be banned from the London Underground under new proposals unveiled on Friday by Sadiq Khan. The plans include a ban on all adverts for food and drink high in fat, salt or sugar across the entire Transport for London network, including buses.more
A cheating homeless jogger nicknamed 'Forrest Tramp' claims a mob broke his ankle after he claimed a London Marathon medal by grabbing a runner's race number and running to the finish.more
The Silvertown Tunnel, which will link the Royal Docks with the Greenwich Peninsula, will "ease serious congestion", according to Transport for London.more
All new trains and rail signalling will be digital or digital-ready from next year to reduce overcrowding and cut delays, the Transport Secretary has announced. Chris Grayling compared the move to when consumers bought future-proof digital televisions ahead of the switchover from analogue broadcasts around a decade ago.more
A private 'police force' is expanding nationally after success in three affluent London areas. For £100 to £200 a month, staff from My Local Bobby will meet with people, discuss any concerns and investigate crimes.more
For the fifth time in one of the most beautiful places in London - between Tower Bridge and the seat of the mayor (City Hall) - Polish tradition, culture and lifestyle were celebrated on a special festival. Lebara Days of Poland attracted thousands of residents of London and the surrounding area, as well as tourists strolling over the Thames.more
London has been ranked as the best city in the world for university students. The top 30 rankings for student cities, produced by the QS higher education data analysts, has previously put Montreal and Paris in first place.more
There's nothing like finding out that you're earning way less than everyone else to spur you on. You might decide to quit your low-balling job. You might ask for a pay rise. Or, of course, you might just gnash your teeth, wishing you'd listened to your parents and gone into law.
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