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Duke of Edinburgh visits east London's Wharf Studios

The Duke of Edinburgh was given a sneak peak of the progression of London’s largest film studio which will be used to shoot many Hollywood blockbusters to come.

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Stephen Fry feels self-conscious without walking stick

Stpehen Fry has revealed he feels 'self-conscious' when not using his walking stick following a fall in September.

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Forensics: Catching the Killer to tell story of Zara Aleena

The tragic case of Zara Aleena’s brutal murder and how her killer was brought to justice will be featured in an award-winning Sky Crime documentary.

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Romford salon's 'safe space' for kids with additional needs

A salon owner in Romford has been praised for the "safe space" she has created for children with additional needs.

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Unearthed video shows how London has changed since the 90s

A Youtube video shows how much London has changed since it 1999, how much do you remember?

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Newham mayor Rokhsana Fiaz warns Michael Gove on Sphere

The MSG Sphere proposal has caused further controversy as Newham's mayor warned government minister Michael Gove to halt his review of the plans.

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Redbridge Council and Met Police open hub in Woodford

Redbridge Council has partnered with Metropolitan Police to bring a new police hub to Woodford.

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Armed robber who stabbed two Met Police officers jailed for life

An armed robber who stabbed two Metropolitan Police officers in London’s West End has been jailed for 20 years.

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Rom Valley Way Romford redevelopment outline plan approved

Outline plans for the redevelopment of The Seedbed Centre and Rom Valley Retail Park in Romford have been approved by Havering Council despite infrastructure concerns.

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Retired Met Police murder detective Steve Hobbs has died

A decorated former Met Police murder detective, Steve Hobbs, has died, just as his last big case became the top story on BBC London News.

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Depraved Tube predator Ryan Johnston raped unconscious woman

Ryan Johnston, 37, sexually assaulted and raped a 20-year-old woman who was sleeping on the Piccadilly Line.

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Where are the TfL London bus changes this weekend?

We have rounded up what TfL bus routes will face timetable changes across London for this weekend.

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Horror 24 hours in London after stabbing, shooting and crash

A horror 24 hours across London saw one person stabbed to death, a person shot dead and one killed in a crash.

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Romford men jailed after series of Havering burglaries

Four men have been jailed in connection with burglaries at commercial sites in Havering.

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Elizabeth Line delays after line fall causes power failure

There is a part suspension and severe delays on the Elizabeth Line after a power failure between Paddington and Ladbroke Grove train stations.

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Met Police officers on restricted duties after fight in South Bank

Four Met Police officers have been placed on restricted duties after a fight broke out in London last weekend.

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Student nurse forced to 'sofa surf' won £5m home in London

A student nurse who was forced to sofa surf won a £5m house in London through Omaze.

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Brentwood industrial complex next to M25 set for approval

Plans for a huge complex of warehouses supporting thousands of jobs are set to be agreed by Brentwood Borough Council.

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London Tube closures December 8-10: See the full list

Check the London Underground services for the upcoming weekend and don't be caught out by any changes.

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London black cabs to hike passenger fares this Christmas

London's black cabs will be increasing fares this Christmas as TfL is making passengers aware of the change.