Oxford Street to go car-free for a day as pedestrianisation edges closer under Sadiq Khan
Mayor outlines This Is Oxford Street event and broader plan to pedestrianise the world‑famous shopping corridor, with consultations and new powers ahead.
Climate & Environment News
M48 Severn Bridge closed in both directions amid strong winds; diversions via M4 in place
Dozens of flood alerts and gusts up to 75 mph forecast as stormy weather affects England and Wales
Met Office issues flood warnings as heavy rain and gales threaten parts of the UK
Yellow weather warnings extend across Wales, northern England and the Midlands as rainfall and gusts disrupt travel and raise flood risk
Critics Question Climate Week NYC Push for Rapid Action and Costly Measures
Opponents warn the event could spur expensive, restrictive policies, while notes cited in coverage challenge some alarmist climate narratives.
UK to standardize bin system as interactive map reveals 12-way waste disposal reality
Government plans to end the postcode lottery in waste collection would default households to four containers, while councils retain some discretion; rollout and funding are under review.
Sussex village battles plan for nine new homes on historic Robertsbridge site
Residents in Robertsbridge oppose demolishing a village hall and vicarage to make way for nine homes, citing traffic, heritage concerns, and strain on local services.
Travellers occupy Mowbray Fields nature reserve; goats stolen and recovered as residents report intimidation
Encampment at the Oxfordshire wildlife site prompts police inquiries after a goat theft and multiple reports of intimidation and disruption
Sydney council to close Marrinawi Cove for three months ahead of summer for upgrades
Officials say the upgrades will improve safety and accessibility at the harbour spot; reopening is planned for mid-December
UK waste-bin reform aims to end ‘binsanity’ with standardized four-container system
Government plans would introduce a default four-container scheme for paper, plastics, food waste and residuals, while allowing councils to retain local flexibility and to run longer contracts under existing terms.