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Pro-Palestinian protests in London; What do the Police and Crime Commission suggest?

Homeless where the art is: has Banksy’s message been lost in Shoreditch’s gentrification?

Under the shadow of Shoreditch’s luxury Art’otel, Mark Richardson reflects on his 12 hour walk in search of shelter. Despite his efforts, he’s raised only 41p, far short of the…

Paquetá inspires vital Hammers’ victory

Newcastle United 0-2 West Ham United West Ham United delivered one their best performances of the season, stunning St. James’ Park with a 2-0 victory that showcased defensive resilience, midfield…

Yvette Cooper’s Respect orders are a return to the ASBO

Residents around Old Street will be delighted that the Government are looking to stop the nuisance of e-bikes riding on the pavement. They are also clamping down on flytipping. The…

If this isn’t urgent, what is? The scandalous state of Young Offenders’ Institutions

I get to read a lot of reports from the Prison Inspectorate, Ofsted, the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman, and more. Many of them are detailed, hard hitting, and critical of…

Too late to weep: the tragic tale of injustice and Edith Thompson

Left to right, Freddy Bywaters, Edith Thompson, and Percy Thompson As you travel on the Elizabeth Line from London to Essex, you will see the large City ofLondon Cemetery, between…

Taste the world in Whitecross Street

Just outside the City boundary is a high quality freshly cooked food market. Find information on many of the food stalls by clicking the links below. Said to be Britain’s…

Witch switch

On the wall of Rougemont Castle in Exeter is a granite plaque on which are listed four names of women, all of whom are recorded as being the last women…

Exclusive Premiere at Warner House

The Criminal Justice Alliance (CJA) has launched a powerful series of ten short films, shedding light on critical issues within the justice system. Premiered at Warner House in London on…

Local Politics: “Chris Kaba did not deserve to be shot in the head”

Chris Kaba was not a good man, but did not deserve to be shot in the head according to Hackney North MP Diane Abbott at a meeting in Islington earlier…