London Rental Property News for February 2015
Southwark Borough Market celebrates its millennium
For 1,000 years, Southwark’s Borough Market has been the bustling heart of the area, providing an opportunity to buy and sell both everyday essentials and exotic luxuries. Therefore, it seems appropriate that such an important part of local life is to be celebrated as part of the annual civic service at Southwark Cathedral, given the strong connections between the two institutions.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd February, 2015
Epping Forest freezes council tax
For the fifth year in a row, Epping Forest District Council has announced that council tax in the area will not rise, even though there are major financial challenges to be met.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd February, 2015
Survey finds 89% of residents happy with Hertsmere Council
The results of the borough’s independent residents’ survey are in, and it has been revealed that almost nine out of ten people living in Hertsmere are satisfied with the services their council provides.
Read Article ... Published on 20th February, 2015
Sidcup: A historic and elegant London suburb
Nestled between Bromley and Greenwich, Sidcup is an area of London that feels surprisingly rural. In fact, it would be easy to forget that you’re in London at all. Despite this, it’s a quick train ride from the bustling heart of the capital, making it a desirable district for commuters who want a bit more space, especially young families.
Read Article ... Published on 18th February, 2015
Haringey approves Alexandra Palace restorations
The members of Haringey Council’s planning committee have voted in favour of plans to refurbish some of Alexandra Palace’s most historic and striking spaces, in order to provide a valuable resource for residents and the wider community.
Read Article ... Published on 18th February, 2015
New green space proposed in Stanmore
Harrow Borough Council has laid out plans for a new open space in Stanmore Marsh, and is bidding for funding to make it a reality. The potential project is competing for money from the mayor of London’s Big Green Fund, along with six other proposals from across the capital.
Read Article ... Published on 16th February, 2015
Richmond upon Thames has most active residents in England
It has been revealed that Richmond upon Thames is not only the most active borough in London, but also the fittest in England. This is according to the results of the latest Active People survey, which was carried out by Sport England.
Read Article ... Published on 13th February, 2015
Wandsworth forms street clean-up team
Wandsworth Council has combined its litter collection squad and a group of highway agents to create a new, larger street clean-up team.
Read Article ... Published on 13th February, 2015
Chingford: A wonderful woodland suburb
Bordered by Epping Forest, Chingford offers a pleasant and affordable atmosphere for those looking to raise a family, or just a bit of peace and quiet amid the bustle of London. There are wide open spaces, and an abundance of nature and wildlife that is surprising for a Zone Five location.
Read Article ... Published on 12th February, 2015
Redbridge Council launches equality commission
The residents of Redbridge are being encouraged to share their views on how to make council services fairer as part of a commission into tackling poverty and inequality, with a particular focus on the impact of austerity measures.
Read Article ... Published on 12th February, 2015
Hammersmith and Fulham students ace GCSEs
In news that will be reassuring to the borough’s parents, students across Hammersmith and Fulham’s secondary schools have achieved the third highest crop of GCSEs in inner London, it has been announced by the Department of Education.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd February, 2015
