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News

Keep up to date with the latest news in London.

Whether it's hot topics such as the housing crisis, the cost of rents or quirky novel stories, we will keep you informed with the most relevant news stories and provide informed analysis of current affairs in London.

London Once Had 'Meat Pie' Tube Trains

London Once Had 'Meat Pie' Tube Trains

Bring them back please. | By Will Noble
Spotted Any Of These Frozen In Time Buses?

Spotted Any Of These Frozen In Time Buses?

Pre-pandemic ads. | By Will Noble
City Cruises Sightseeing Services Are Running Again

City Cruises Sightseeing Services Are Running Again

We are sailing, we are sailing! | Sponsor
You Can Legally Ride An E-Scooter In London From This Weekend

You Can Legally Ride An E-Scooter In London From This Weekend

Scoot scoot, beep beep! | By Will Noble
Mayor Of London Considering Relocation For City Hall

Mayor Of London Considering Relocation For City Hall

Could the future City Hall be in Newham? | By Lydia Manch
Your Lockdown: What's Changing From 4 July?

Your Lockdown: What's Changing From 4 July?

Spoiler: quite a lot. | By Londonist Staff
Thames Views And Free Furniture, This Riverside Rental Is All Sorts Of Spectacular

Thames Views And Free Furniture, This Riverside Rental Is All Sorts Of Spectacular

Meet your new London neighbourhood. | Sponsor
The Home Of Black British History Is Creating A New Archive - With Your Help

The Home Of Black British History Is Creating A New Archive - With Your Help

Black Cultural Archives are asking for your photos, videos and support. | By Lydia Manch
Black Lives Matter Virtual Protest: 22,000 People Join Online

Black Lives Matter Virtual Protest: 22,000 People Join Online

Images pouring in from the virtual protest. | By Lydia Manch
Mask Up: Face Coverings To Be Compulsory On London Public Transport From This Month

Mask Up: Face Coverings To Be Compulsory On London Public Transport From This Month

It's a big cover-up. | By Londonist Staff
Folio London Is Putting London's Renters First (When They Need It Most)

Folio London Is Putting London's Renters First (When They Need It Most)

Three weeks rent-free is just the beginning. | Sponsor
The Results Are In! Your Favourite London Infrastructure Project Is…

The Results Are In! Your Favourite London Infrastructure Project Is…

Oh boy, it was a close call. | Sponsor
Heathrow To Trial Temperature Screening On Arrival, Starting Today

Heathrow To Trial Temperature Screening On Arrival, Starting Today

One of a suite of planned tech trials. | By Lydia Manch
"The Front Row Will Be A Duller Place Without Him" - Farewell Johnny Fox

"The Front Row Will Be A Duller Place Without Him" - Farewell Johnny Fox

Londonist's head theatre critic has passed away. | By Londonist
We Tried 6 Alternative Ways To Get Around London
Opinion

We Tried 6 Alternative Ways To Get Around London

From Swegway to Solowheel. | By Gillian Fisher
The Story Behind London's Most Colourful Bus Stops

The Story Behind London's Most Colourful Bus Stops

Seen the Trafalgar Square rainbow sign? | By Laura Reynolds
This Team Is The International Rescue Of The London Underground

This Team Is The International Rescue Of The London Underground

Meet TfL's Emergency Response Unit. | By Will Noble
11 Illustrations Of Tube Station Frontages

11 Illustrations Of Tube Station Frontages

Arsenal to Osterley. | By Brian Vermeer
New Boarding System Rolled Out Across London Bus Network, To Help Protect Drivers

New Boarding System Rolled Out Across London Bus Network, To Help Protect Drivers

Passengers won't be required to tap in | By Lydia Manch
Coronavision: East London Based Artist Hosts Alternative Eurovision This Year

Coronavision: East London Based Artist Hosts Alternative Eurovision This Year

If you always thought you'd do well at Eurovision, here's your chance... | By Laura Reynolds
London Buses To Trial New Boarding System To Offer Extra Protection For Drivers

London Buses To Trial New Boarding System To Offer Extra Protection For Drivers

Middle doors only, folks | By Londonist Staff
In Pictures: The Pioneering Women Of London Transport

In Pictures: The Pioneering Women Of London Transport

From typists to tube drivers. | By Will Noble
In Pictures: The Women Who Keep London Underground Going

In Pictures: The Women Who Keep London Underground Going

From train operator to life savers. | By Londonist
Gresham College Is Live Streaming Some Of Its Fantastic Free Lectures

Gresham College Is Live Streaming Some Of Its Fantastic Free Lectures

And offering a 'box set' of talks on the subject of pandemics. | By Laura Reynolds