Day: March 12, 2026
At least 80 children have been infected with measles in just one London borough
March 12, 2026Josh Milton Published March 12, 2026 6:09pm Updated March 12, 2026 6:18pm A single London borough has had 80 cases of a ‘fast-spreading’ measles outbreak in less than three months. Measles is a highly contagious disease that notoriously causes a red rash behind the ears or hairline that quickly spreads downward. At least 235 cases […]
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Furious Speaker Lindsay Hoyle blasts ministers for ‘unacceptable behaviour towards Commons staff’
March 12, 2026A furious Sir Lindsay Hoyle has blasted ministers for “totally unacceptable” behaviour towards House of Commons staff during a vote in Parliament. The Commons Speaker berated Labour MPs accusing them of “pretending to be ill” and refusing to move when asked by the chamber’s top official, who is tasked with maintaining order. In an explosive […]
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London among global cities achieving ‘remarkable reduction’ in killer air pollution
March 12, 2026Analysis by Breathe Cities found that interventions such as cycle lanes, the growing use of electric vehicles and restrictions on the most polluting cars — including the Ultra Low Emission Zone — have helped drive major improvements in the capital. The report examined air quality across cities in the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group and […]
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London filling station selling petrol for £2.38 per litre as pump prices soar due to Iran war
March 12, 2026One filling station in London is selling petrol for 238p-a-litre as prices at the pumps climb steeply amid the war in the Middle East. The conflict is shaking global markets, pushing up fuel costs and leaving motorists facing the steepest prices since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. When asked about the particularly high prices, […]
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Kate tells brewery founder it has been best to avoid alcohol since her diagnosis
March 12, 2026The Princess of Wales has told the founder of a brewery that it has been best for her to avoid alcohol since her cancer diagnosis. On Thursday William and Kate were invited to try beers and ciders at the Fabal Beerhall, and went behind the bar at the Southwark Brewing Company, on the Bermondsey Beer […]
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British troops came under attack at Iraqi base on Wednesday – defence chiefs
March 12, 2026British troops came under attack at a military base in Erbil, Iraq, on Wednesday night, defence chiefs have said. Defence Secretary John Healey was briefed on the latest updates on British action in the conflict in the Middle East during a visit to the Northwood military headquarters in Hertfordshire on Thursday. Brigadier Guy Foden said: […]
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These are all best specials for St Patrick’s Day, from Guinness to ‘posh’ spice bags
March 12, 2026Welcome back to The Slice – our exclusive guide to what’s on in London, where we bring you trusted reviews, sneak previews, and amazing deals and discounts. It’s St Patrick’s Day next Tuesday, and there’s plenty happening right on our doorstep. You could head to your local to for a pint of the black stuff, […]
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Man who parked in all 211 spaces at his local Sainsbury’s does it again at new store
March 12, 2026Sarah Hooper Published March 12, 2026 12:29pm Updated March 12, 2026 1:41pm A bored dad has completed a quest to park in all the bays at his local Sainsbury’s five years after accomplishing the same feat at another branch. Gareth Wild, 44, previously spent six years mapping every spot at his local supermarket in Bromley, […]
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‘Eurostar of Scotland’ tickets finally on sale with £30 fares from London
March 12, 2026A new train from London to Scotland finally has a launch date, with tickets available for travel from Friday, July 10. Stopping at 11 stations, Lumo’s new route from London Euston to Stirling, will be significantly cheaper than other rail operators. Announced today, the following tickets are now available for purchase: London to Stirling from […]
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I just discovered London’s Supermarket of Dreams — food shopping will never be the same
March 12, 2026If you head to 126 Holland Park Avenue in London, you’ll find the Supermarket of Dreams. And no, that’s not me getting carried away with hyperbole, that’s actually what the shop is called – a large purple neon sign proclaims it above the entrance. Unlike a regular supermarket, where everything is ordered in neat aisles, […]
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