London Rental Property News for March 2009
New children's service available for those choosing flats to rent in Wimbledon
Those choosing flats to rent in Wimbledon will be able to benefit from the opening of a new children's centre, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 31st March, 2009
Property in Camden down by most of all boroughs, figures show
The price of property in Camden fell by more than any other London borough in February, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 30th March, 2009
Government backs plans for Southwark regeneration
Plans to improve facilities in the London borough of Southwark have been backed by the government, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 30th March, 2009
'Great time' to be renting property
The current economic climate makes this an ideal time to be renting property, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 27th March, 2009
Residents of property in Clapham 'benefiting from partnership scheme'
A scheme aimed at improving the quality of life for residents of the London borough of Lambeth has been praised.
Read Article ... Published on 27th March, 2009
Free swimming for people living in property in Bethnal Green
Those living in property in Bethnal Green are being encouraged to take up a more active lifestyle through a new council initiative.
Read Article ... Published on 27th March, 2009
Property in Kensington the safest in England and Wales, study shows
Property in Kensington & Chelsea is safer than any other area in England and Wales, research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 26th March, 2009
Healthy eating demonstration for pupils living in property in Bethnal Green
Children living in property in Bethnal Green could be set to benefit from a healthier lifestyle as a result of local authority initiatives.
Read Article ... Published on 26th March, 2009
Property market 'unlikely to recover soon'
The UK property market's struggles have been predicted to continue for a long time to come.
Read Article ... Published on 26th March, 2009
Energy improvements planned for property in Wimbledon
Property in Wimbledon could be set for energy-efficient improvements, following the announcement of a study by Merton Council.
Read Article ... Published on 25th March, 2009
Easter activities offered to young people living in property in Finchley
Barnet Council has revealed that a number of activities will be on offer to young people over the Easter period.
Read Article ... Published on 25th March, 2009
Rail services to be improved for residents of property in Camden
Transport for London (TfL) has announced a project to upgrade railways, beginning next month.
Read Article ... Published on 25th March, 2009
Reducing rents 'can make landlords more competitive'
Buy-to-let landlords have been urged to consider reducing rents in order to attract tenants in the current economic climate.
Read Article ... Published on 24th March, 2009
Mayor unveils new tourism campaign
A new marketing campaign is to be launched in a bid to attract more visitors to London.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd March, 2009
Londoners urged to propose cycling activities
Londoners have been invited to come up with ideas for using money that is being made available to promote cycling activities.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd March, 2009
Mortgage proposals 'won't help first-time buyers'
Those thinking of entering the property market will not be helped by proposed changes to mortgage lending, it has been argued.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd March, 2009
London schools set up 'walking buses'
More than 90 London schools have signed up to an initiative to encourage children to walk more, the government has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 20th March, 2009
Mortgage lending continues to suffer, figures show
Difficulties in obtaining a mortgage continue, new data has indicated.
Read Article ... Published on 20th March, 2009
High street names increase access to London toilets
Several leading high street names have signed up to the Open London scheme, mayor Boris Johnson has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 19th March, 2009
Lambeth youth urged to propose new activities
Young people living in the London borough of Lambeth have been invited to come up with ideas for new activities.
Read Article ... Published on 19th March, 2009
Free London office space an "imaginative" move
The bid to attract foreign businesses to London by offering free office space has been described as an "imaginative" step.
Read Article ... Published on 19th March, 2009
Newham primary school praised
A primary school in the London borough of Newham has been recognised as one of the leading providers of education in England.
Read Article ... Published on 17th March, 2009
Haringey Council plans congestion solutions
Residents of the London borough of Haringey are being consulted over measures to ease congestion, the council has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 17th March, 2009
London Olympics 'will boost tourism'
Those working in London's tourism sector are set to receive a significant boost as a result of the 2012 Olympics, it has been noted.
Read Article ... Published on 18th March, 2009
Government considers extension of Crossrail
Crossrail services could be extended to the Thames Gateway area, the government has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 18th March, 2009
Fear of price falls 'putting buyers off'
The need to pay a large deposit is putting many people off entering the property market, it has been observed.
Read Article ... Published on 18th March, 2009
Hounslow and Redbridge price slide continues
House prices in many London boroughs remain considerably lower than the level of a year ago, it has been confirmed.
Read Article ... Published on 16th March, 2009
Cost of living drop "great" for London tourism
Londoners working in the tourism industry are likely to be boosted by a drop in the cost of living, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 16th March, 2009
Young Londoners' drug use declining, report finds
Efforts to tackle drug use among young people in London are proving successful, new figures have confirmed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th March, 2009
No chance of scrapping stamp duty, says expert
There is little chance of the government abolishing the stamp duty for those choosing to purchase homes, it has been argued.
Read Article ... Published on 13th March, 2009
Campaign 'provides support' to London workers
Over 4,500 Londoners have benefited as a result of efforts to inform people about their rights as employees, the government has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th March, 2009
Londoners 'overpaying on taxes'
Londoners have been urged to take steps in order to help reduce the amount they are paying in tax.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2009
TfL offers boost to London coach travellers
Londoners from outer boroughs travelling into the centre of the capital are set to benefit as a result of new services for coach drivers, it has been stated.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2009
First-time buyer mortgages diminishing, figures show
First-time buyers continue to struggle to enter the property market, new statistics have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2009
Regulation planned to improve London roads
Londoners could be set to see an improvement in traffic flow and the state of roads as a result of new proposals.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2009
Mayor appeals to foreign businesses
Mayor of London Boris Johnson has outlined the benefits of relocating to the capital for foreign businesses.
Read Article ... Published on 11th March, 2009
Richmond drivers offered phone parking scheme
The London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames has become the latest to offer the RingGo phone parking service.
Read Article ... Published on 11th March, 2009
Army invites Hounslow shoppers to drive tanks
Shoppers in the London borough of Hounslow will soon be able to test drive a virtual tank.
Read Article ... Published on 10th March, 2009
Railway project 'will rejuvenate Hackney'
A project to connect the new East London railway line to the existing network will result in eight trains per hour to the borough of Hackney, Transport for London (TfL) has stated.
Read Article ... Published on 10th March, 2009
London 'leading the way' in low carbon sector
Businesses in London are playing a key part in reducing carbon emissions, it has been stated.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2009
Wandsworth Council offers help to local businesses
Wandsworth Council has announced that businesses operating in the London borough are to be given advice on how best to cope during the economic downturn.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2009
Government launches consultation over violence against women
Steps to reduce incidences of violence against women and girls are being taken, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2009
Rate cut 'won't help first-time buyers'
Those thinking of purchasing property are unlikely to be helped by the latest base rate reduction, it has been argued.
Read Article ... Published on 6th March, 2009
London road improvement planned
An agreement has been reached to help ensure the smooth operation of roads in London during the 2012 Olympics.
Read Article ... Published on 6th March, 2009
Circle Line to be extended to Hammersmith
The frequency of London Underground trains between Hammersmith and Edgware Road is set to double as a result of changes to the Circle Line.
Read Article ... Published on 6th March, 2009
TfL launches motorcycle safety campaign
A new campaign aimed at improving safety for motorcyclists has been launched by Transport for London (TfL).
Read Article ... Published on 6th March, 2009
Southwark park to receive cash injection
Burgess Park, in the London borough of Southwark, has been announced as the winner of a £2 million grant for an upgrade.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
London councils praised for services
A dozen London councils have been recognised for the quality of service provided to residents.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
Housing market facing difficult year, says expert
This year is likely to be another difficult one for the property market, it has been predicted.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
Infrastructure boost for London boroughs
London councils are to be awarded £1.5 million by the government in order to help manage infrastructure, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
New bus lane for Merton residents
Residents of the London borough of Merton are set to benefit as a result of the introduction of a new bus lane.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2009
TfL to invest in car clubs
A total of £1 million is to be invested in car clubs in the capital over the next two years, Transport for London (TfL) has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2009
Hounslow to benefit from road safety funding
Funding is to be provided to help improve road safety in the London borough of Hounslow, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2009
Funding to restore London places of worship
Nearly £1.3 million is being provided to restore seven listed places of worship in London, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2009
GMB praises school meals decision
The decision to provide schoolchildren in the London borough of Islington with free lunches has been praised by the GMB union.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2009
DLR station reopens ahead of schedule
A new and improved Tower Gateway Docklands Light Railway (DLR) station opened today, two months earlier than originally planned.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2009
Londoners urged to use Oyster online
Public transport users in London are being urged to top up their Oyster cards online.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2009
London house price slide continues
The value of property in London is continuing to drop, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd March, 2009
Mayor plans celebration of London
A month-long celebration of the past, present and future of London is to be held in June, the mayor has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd March, 2009
Consumers would rather rent, survey shows
The majority of people looking for a home in the current economic climate would rather rent than buy, a survey has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd March, 2009
