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I’m a mortgage expert – this is what buyers should do to avoid overlooked headaches
A mortgage expert has advised budding buyers on what to do to avoid one of the most overlooked homebuying headaches.
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Islington school warns that London ‘Red vs Blue’ wars are ‘not a joke’
An Islington school has warned parents that the viral “Red vs Blue” school wars trend is “not a joke” following fears of group violence between pupils.
Fly-tippers fined more than £100,000 in crackdown
Barnet Council issued over £100,000 in fly-tipping fines in 2025, using upgraded CCTV and patrols.
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Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice
Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.
Jenson Button takes on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix'
F1 World Champion Jenson Button took on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix’ – and was outmanoeuvred.
The school that inspires children by letting them work with architects
Rokesly School’s partnership with RIBA sparks creativity as pupils visit Heatherwick Studio, develop design projects and share their work in a special exhibition.
Households warned over £1,000 fine if video doorbells break major UK privacy law
Households are being warned over a £1,000 fine if video doorbells such as Ring, Eufy and Blink break major UK privacy law known as GDPR
UK's top 10 stolen car models in 2025 revealed by DVLA - is yours on the list?
Data from the DVLA has revealed what the top 10 stolen car models were in the UK during 2025, which included vehicles from Ford and Toyota
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce
Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.
Charming double-fronted two-bedroom Georgian Cottage in the heart of Hampstead, NW3
Available for rent - a charming, double-fronted Georgian cottage with a front garden and a light-filled conservatory room in the heart of Hampstead NW3.
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.
Bill support for nearly 10,000 in Barnet in new initiative this winter
Green Doctors, backed by the Cadent Foundation and Groundwork, launch a Barnet scheme to help 9,400 residents cut energy bills and tackle fuel poverty.
The celeb-packed neighbourhood near Hampstead Heath named after a lost tree
Gospel Oak is now home to Michael Palin and Alastair Campbell, while pop legends Coldplay recorded the album Viva La Vida there.
'Racist' vandals target new Gail's bakery in Archway
A new Gail's bakery in Archway has twice been targeted by vandals spraying anti-Israeli slogans.
Change a child’s life - Foster with Islington Council
Change a child’s life - Foster with Islington Council
Royal Mail warns of delivery delays across UK - full list of 44 postcodes affected
Royal Mail has warned of delivery delays in 44 postcodes across the UK - see the full list of areas affected.
Police end searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested last Thursday (February 19) on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
The firms tasked with making all of Haringey's housing 'decent homes'
Haringey Council has appointed four firms to drive the quality of all of its 20,000 council homes to 'decent homes' standard.
Haringey estates launch out of hours patrols after drug and weapon concerns
Haringey Council launches out-of-hours patrols in Northumberland Park and St Ann’s to tackle drugs, violence and antisocial behaviour on London estates.
Baby P council praised for turnaround as children's services gets top rating
Haringey Council's children’s services have been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted, marking a major turnaround after past child abuse scandals.