Battersea Power Station launched 35 stoma-friendly toilets earlier this month as part of their ongoing mission to make the venue accessible for everyone. In October this year the power station installed shelves in its toilets as part of Colostomy UK’s campaign to make toilets stoma-friendly. The change also comes ahead of a Government petition to…
The possible arrival of a Whole Foods branch in Queensway raised questions about the future of independent shops and the community identity that they help sustain.
John Healey’s reported budget plans on Tuesday for a tax crackdown on online marketplaces to fund business rate cuts for high street shops arrive at a critical time for Stoke Newington’s independent traders. The neighbourhood has long prided itself on its small independent businesses. However, significant changes to business rates introduced by the Government last…
Local councillors have vowed to stand firm against future legal appeals following their victory blocking a 24-hour casino at 403 Holloway Road. Last week, the Licensing Sub-Committee formally rejected the application from Cain’s Amusements Ltd to convert a vacant former Barclays Bank into a slot machine venue. Jeremy Corbyn wrote on X: “This is a…
As two goats continue to recover from public feeding-related intoxications, Queen’s Park Farm launches a new adoption initiative to raise funds and improve their animals’ welfare. As of October 12th, the animals are available for symbolic adoption and sponsorship, with all money raised going back to the park and farm. “Through the adoption scheme, we…
Lewisham council declared their support for VAT’s The Problem: a campaign spearheaded by Tom Kerridge to lower the value added tax rate for the hospitality industry to 10%. VAT’s The Problem calls for the government to reduce the hospitality VAT rate, lowering operating costs for our cafes, pubs, hotels and restaurants. Reduced VAT rates would also…
The new ‘Fun Walls’ at ‘Climb Kent’, part of ‘Lower Grange Farm Kent Scouts’ activity centre in Maidstone, are part of the company’s inclusive and accessible business goals. The 12 new auto belayed walls give the business a huge opportunity to increase footfall. The BBC reported in February of this year that indoor climbing has…
Dartford Borough Council has launched a ‘name and shame’ campaign on social media, urging residents to identify individuals illegally selling tobacco, perfume and wireless earphones in the town centre. The council warns these goods may pose safety risks and that the presence of illegal traders undermines local independent businesses on the high street. However, independent…
Coccole Tiramisu opened a second venture on Holloway Road on 19 September, converting a former ATM window into a space dedicated to the Italian dessert.
Following the hottest summer in British history, newly opened Sea Lanes Canary Wharf has reported attendance that exceeded initial projections, though numbers are forecasted to drop during the winter. The open air swimming pool and saunas opened on June 19 2026, and are operated by South Downs Leisure. Sea Lanes funded the £4.5m development of…