Day: May 17, 2024
Labour eyes gains in suburban London as general election looms
May 17, 2024A string of Tory-dominated seats in outer London is being eyed by Labour for the majority it hopes to win at the general election. Former Labour leader Ed Miliband said: “We saw swings to Sadiq both in inner London and outer London – and I think that’s really important. “But a mayoral election, a local […]
Read More
Higgins lays wreath to mark 50th anniversary of bombing of Dublin and Monaghan
May 17, 2024Registration is a free and easy way to support our journalism. Join our community where you can: comment on stories; sign up to newsletters; enter competitions and access content on our app.
Read More
Rishi Sunak spotted at Southampton football match
May 17, 2024Registration is a free and easy way to support our journalism. Join our community where you can: comment on stories; sign up to newsletters; enter competitions and access content on our app.
Read More
London travel news LIVE: King’s Cross trains disrupted as engineers fix broken rail
May 17, 2024Minor delays on Northern Line There are currently minor delays on the Northern Line due to a shortage of trains. Lewisham signalling fault hits Southeastern services A signalling fault at Lewisham Station has hit several Southeastern commuter routes. The affected routes, which may be subject to cancellations or delays, are: London Victoria and Dartford; between […]
Read More
Alan Bates ‘rejects second offer of compensation’ over Horizon IT scandal
May 17, 2024Registration is a free and easy way to support our journalism. Join our community where you can: comment on stories; sign up to newsletters; enter competitions and access content on our app.
Read More
Spinning out of control? Cyclists say MPs are peddling fears over road safety
May 17, 2024It is a bright early spring morning in central London, and inside Regent’s Park the birds are chirping as the sun rises sleepily over the lawns and lake. On the road which encircles the park, however, the mood is anything but lazy. Scores of cyclists are riding on the 4.5km Outer Circle – some of […]
Read More
Thousands of UK renters face homelessness every month when landlords do this
May 17, 2024You sit down to enjoy your dinner and some telly as you find out the owner of your home needs you to leave, forcing you to brave the awful renting market again. Campaign groups are warning that the leading cause of homelessness – which is affecting more than 2,000 households in England each month – […]
Read More
This umbrella can survive tough winds and is instantly dry to pop in your pocket (and you can save 15%)
May 17, 2024SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Products featured in this Metro article are selected by our shopping writers. If you make a purchase using links on this page, Metro.co.uk will earn an affiliate commission. Click here for more information. When you live in a country with so much rain, you’re well-versed in the headaches of umbrella […]
Read More
Bangers and ballet: London’s Ministry of Sound embraces contemporary dance
May 17, 2024“It’s the easiest rider we’ve ever done,” says the Ministry of Sound’s Mahit Anam. “Normally it’s five bottles of Patrón, four bottles of vodka … ” And this time? Water, bananas and protein bars. It’s not your usual green room at the south London superclub, because this is not your usual show: the dancefloor is […]
Read More
The best things to do in London this weekend
May 17, 2024It might not be a bank holiday this weekened, but there’s still plenty going on. The capital is brimming with free things to do, from foodie festivals to a super nostalgic Pixar Party at the Disney Store. Or you could enjoy the sunshine (fingers crossed!) on a rooftop bar or at one of London’s newest […]
Read More