London Rental Property News for May 2013
Docklands: Dock in at your new place or it will not get put into Docklands on Net-lettings
The once much-maligned London Docklands is fast making a reputation for itself as a residential hub, as well as the centre of the UK's financial economy. Once the largest port in the world, the shipping offices and warehouses that once dominated the area have largely given way to skyscrapers and new-build houses. Huge cranes once used for unloading cargo are now motionless in their cradles, but this doesn't mean the area has lost any of the fizz and bustle it possessed while it was a shipping hub.
Read Article ... Published on 30th May, 2013
Camden moves to tackle inequality
A newly-published report designed to establish the extent of inequality existing in the London borough of Camden has set out how public sectors and government partners operating within the district can tackle the issue.
Read Article ... Published on 28th May, 2013
Haringey residents celebrate new green space
Residents in the London borough of Haringey celebrated the unveiling of a new park area in the district this week (May 22nd), with activities including a pop-up market, live music and an urban flash mob.
Read Article ... Published on 28th May, 2013
Barnet council to embark on improving services
Barnet council is set to embark on a joint venture with Capita’s property and infrastructure business, that will see the local authority with savings of up to £139 million based on a £154 million contract.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd May, 2013
Regents Park: Evergreen paradise
Living in London doesn't have to mean tolerating the daily urban upheaval and hustle and bustle of the centre. The capital caters for all tastes and those living around Regents Park will uncover a more rural part of the city, with a thriving community and an easy-going lifestyle. Read on for details of what this gorgeous part of town has to offer - besides leafy tree-lined streets and a sense of traditional Ye Olde England.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd May, 2013
Woodberry Down residents get say on £20k grant
Residents living on the Woodberry Down estate located in the London borough of Hackney are being asked for their opinion on the best way to spend a £20,000 grant, allocated with a view to improving healthy living in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 21st May, 2013
Westminster homes to benefit from big energy switch
Households in the London borough of Westminster will save a collective £80,000 a year through a new collective energy switching scheme, implemented by the council earlier this year in order to help residents deal with spiralling utility bills.
Read Article ... Published on 20th May, 2013
Lewisham celebrates apprenticeship scheme
The London borough of Lewisham was out with intent to party on Wednesday night (May 15th) with the community celebrating the success of more than 50 apprentices as part of its Apprenticeship Framework scheme.
Read Article ... Published on 17th May, 2013
Community heroes get Hammersmith & Fulham recognition
Unsung heroes residing in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham yesterday (May 15th) received their deserved recognition at a special celebration last night to honour special contributions to the community.
Read Article ... Published on 16th May, 2013
Ealing encourages apprenticeships with new scheme
Ealing council is taking a step towards helping local young people in need of a job throughout the London borough, with the advent of a new programme that will see local businesses encouraged to hire young people as part of its apprenticeship scheme.
Read Article ... Published on 15th May, 2013
Greenwich to host Tall Ships Regatta 2014
The Royal borough of Greenwich has this Sunday (May 12th) signed an agreement that will see the district play host to the first Tall Ships event in 25 years.
Read Article ... Published on 14th May, 2013
Knightsbridge: For luxurious living
Living in Knightsbridge offers luxurious living at its best. Despite humble origins, the district has become reputable for two things - firstly for being one of the two international epicentres of London (the other being the West End). And secondly, its array of affluent department stores including Harrods, Harvey Nichols and the plethora of elegant stores in Sloane Square and Beauchamp Place, have made it the envy of the world when it comes to shopping.
Read Article ... Published on 13th May, 2013
New Islington mayor promises fairer borough
The newly appointed mayor of Islington has pledged that the area will become a "fairer" place for all residents under his watchful eye.
Read Article ... Published on 10th May, 2013
Hammersmith housing project announced
People residing in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham could soon be seeing a lot of new faces around their local area, with the council having just approved one of the most ambitious housing projects in history for the district.
Read Article ... Published on 9th May, 2013
Hackney youth encouraged to kick the smoking habit
Councillors of the London borough of Hackney have come up with a novel and creative way to get young people in the district to stop smoking - by asking young people to explore the subject on a local level by means of a two minute film.
Read Article ... Published on 8th May, 2013
Holland Park: Absolutely Fabulous living
If you prefer rural living with all its trees and lakes to London's urban 24-hour lightshow, then you're unlikely to be pleased with much of what the capital has to offer. However, for those wishing easy access to the centre of town and a quieter lifestyle, there is Holland Park.
Read Article ... Published on 7th May, 2013
Twickenham Alive festival garners praise
Twickenham Alive, the first film festival to be held in the London borough of Richmond, received a storm of acclaim last week, attracting 400 viewers and more than 100 entries for the 11 film categories.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd May, 2013
Bromley brings in new market stalls
Creative and enthusiastic people living in the London borough of Bromley are being invited to sell their wares at a new set of market stalls being introduced to the historic Charter Market at the heart of the district.
Read Article ... Published on 1st May, 2013
