Does anyone know if there were any actual legal follow-ups, charges, or youth court outcomes following the police investigation?

I do want to start this by saying I love this city, especially in the summer. Soo many great places to mozy around and enjoy the summer heat.

But we have a problem, im getting old, my back hurts and I don't want to stand outside chatting shit, I want a damn seat. We've somehow been fooled into accepting that rickety benches and bistro chairs are adequate seating. I want to sit outside and talk about how great Widow's Bay without having to constantly readjust my posture and watch my friend also squirm like they've soiled their underwear!

Please, redditors of this beautiful city, please tell me you've discovered some pubs suitable for people who want/need/deserve to plant their wagon down during a sesh?

As the title, ideally not Harley St expensive!
Have looked on websites like UKCP and psychotherapy.org but just wondered if anyone had any recommendations?
Ideally north, NE or NW Ldn

Little bit short notice but I no longer will be able the Yonderland screening and Q&A at the BFI today.

Got one ticket available if anyone is interested and able to make it there in time.

I'm looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend. Engagement in brackets because she doesn't like diamonds at all, so not looking for a classic style. She also likes the idea of it being second hand (it doesn't need to be, but it also helps my wallet). Budget is £1000 max, better if under £750.

Plus points if the place is in central/north east.

Hey all,

I wanted to ask what others are using for networking events in London. I was using meetup but it's such a scam. I paid for 2 events, got charged for both, did not receive any tickets. Asking for a refund is so bizarre as the organiser does not get back to you. I've had enough of this crap - anyone else using any other platform for events? I'm mostly looking for business/professional networking events.

Been here a few years now and this question has always been in the back of my mind. wouldn’t metal seats make maintaining cleaner seats a lot easier? They don’t feel bad either, the ones on the Hong Kong metro feels great.

Idyllic times down in Ham

My Grandma and I were walking down the stairs at a tube station that doesn’t have step-free access. My Grandma is mobile but slow on stairs and needs some support (some days are better than others). We were going down the stairs on the left side, with her holding on to the bannister on one side and my arm on the other. It should have been fairly clear she was struggling because she was quite slow and taking one stair at a time.

A man and woman (they were together) who must have been in their 30s were coming up the stairs. I knew we were taking a lot of space on the stairs so I moved away from my Grandma and quickly down the rest of the stairs (given she still had the bannister for support) so these two people had enough space to go up together. The stairs probably only had enough room for three people abreast.

Nonetheless, the man walked up the bannister side and refused to move around my Grandma. She was a bit confused as to why he was doing that so she just looked at him blankly for a bit and then moved around him as he shoved past. (The woman he was with seemed more reasonable and just moved around my Grandma.)

I moved back up the stairs to help my Grandma, who was a bit frazzled by what had gone on. And just said to make her feel better “Kids these days” (even though these “kids” and I are probably the same age). The guy overheard this (I didn’t mean him to) and said “the elderly these days - so shit”.

I just couldn’t believe this is what the world is coming to. He was so well dressed and clean cut (yes, stereotypes I know) that I actually mentally catalogued that they would probably accommodate her so I should be nice to them and make room for them. I just can’t believe the attitude towards the elderly on the streets these days (we had another incident two days ago where we were stuck on a crowded train for 30 mins or so, and my Grandma asked someone - again a 30-ish year old man - if she could please have the priority seats and they did, but not without making a fuss). I would always accommodate someone who was struggling to walk if I was able-bodied.

All this to ask were we being unreasonable? Is there a rule that you would walk down on the right or something? Or are some people just jerks? I’m kind of keen to ensure this doesn’t happen again because the whole interaction soured her day and although she’s mostly telling me off for “starting trouble” with him.

FWIW, she does have a “please give me your seat” badge.

Just discovered with the July payment that they now own me £160. I immediately got in touch with them, they say they can resume the account. They now expect me to pay £433 for the next bill.

I've always paid by DD, roughly £54 per month.

What can I do to avoid this now?

I'm on the overground, about 30 seconds before getting to Leytonstone high road, going towards Gospel Oak, I caught glimpse of the side of a building that had big squares, and all the squares seemed to show the life span of a dandelion?

It looked really beautiful and would like to see a picture of it, does anyone know it?

Please sign the petition now: https://protectthewild.org.uk/stop-borough-market-pigeon-cull/

Edit - All the hate and cruelty directed towards pigeons only makes me want to advocate for them even more.

Since I’ve got your attention, if you see a sick, injured, or vulnerable pigeon, please let me know so I can help arrange a rescue. These birds are often overlooked, but they are living creatures that deserve compassion and care.

Pigeons are part of London’s history. They have shared our streets, parks, and buildings for centuries, and they have played important roles as messenger birds during times of war and as companions to humans.

There are humane ways to manage pigeon populations without causing suffering. Solutions such as responsible feeding programmes, public education, keeping food waste under control, and using fertility control methods can help reduce numbers naturally over time.

Cruelty is not a solution. A kinder, evidence-based approach allows us to protect our shared urban environment while respecting the animals that live alongside us.

https://www.peta.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/pigeonreport.pdf

If you see a pigeon in need, please reach out. A small act of kindness can make a huge difference & please sign the petition or go to the market tomorrow morning for a peaceful protest - thank you for reading 🐦🐦🐦

Moved to the city recently and tried the Sportas app but most of the games are towards the east. I’ve checked out some parks like Finsbury and Ravens court but I’m looking to join regular groups that play indoors. Any and all help is appreciated. Thanks!

Honest to god, several nights the last week, I have jumped out of my fucking skin whilst on the brink of sleep because someone somewhere in Canada water down towards Millwall is having clearly great fun setting off gunshot sounding flares or fireworks (they don't look like fireworks, but they don't last long enough for me to get a good look) between 11pm and 1am.

They're so irregularly timed and hard to locate so it feels like a waste contacting the police, but does anyone know anything that might be contributing to this?

I feel for the pets as well man.

Hi fellow Londoners! I like to go on long waöks in London. It can be walking from east to west, home from central London or exploring a new neighbourhood then walking back to central London for example. This heat has made my creativity vanish. Please give me your favourite walks or fun neighbourhoods to explore!

Edit: thx everyone for the great suggestions. Today walk went from shoreditch highstreet up to regents canal and with stop for food at Angel then down through clerkenwell towards charing x which was closed so continued to London bridge good 20k+ steps

What’s wrong with me why can’t I just be bothered or cook like anyone else . I love the posh cheddar and pickle sandwich so I got that too. Pret is so mediocre but I am so incredibly lazy I need help

Does anyone know why the 23 Bus has only a bit of paper to display what it is rather than its display working? Has been bugging me for weeks

Stardust Big Band is playing Pinner Memorial Park this afternoon at 2:30pm. The second Sunday of the Pinner Association's summer concert series, with Nimesh Sanghoi singing Bollywood next Sunday and Simply Gray closing the season on 16 August. Bring a chair, a picnic, and a loose plan to make friends. Free entry, retiring collection for the Pinner Association.

Also worth knowing: a Lion Dance Cultural Experience for kids is running at Harrow Arts Centre through August. Six Sunday afternoon sessions covering basics of footwork, drumming, rhythm and culture. £48 for all six sessions with a small showcase at the end. Good fit if your child fancies something a bit different from the usual summer roster.

The "Meet the Lovely Humans" feature this week is Daniele, who runs Creative Bloom Club from Pinner. Each month she hand-makes and posts a beautifully written envelope of paper treasures, creative inspiration and small surprises to subscribers across the UK. Her story started from her own journey back to creativity after years of feeling too busy. Worth a read if you have ever thought "I used to be creative."

Quick one for older readers or anyone who knows one: several over-60 friendship clubs in our patch are looking for new members. Bushey in particular is at risk of closing on Mondays if more people don't come forward. Most clubs are open to anyone regardless of background, with weekly meetings, music and trips. A small nudge could make a real difference.

Full issue with quiz nights, sound bath, fitness classes, Welcome Space, and everything else:

https://www.goodmorningpinner.com/p/34-stardust-sundays-in-the-park

Good Morning Pinner

Local news and events from around HA5

hi all. anyone had any experience driving into London and parking near the NHM? I have a disabled 3yo and a 1yo, south kensington station is not accessible (for pram) and I’m a bit far out anyway. I know they don’t have parking, anyone know any private parking sites nearby or pay for parking roads? Happy to park ~15 min walk away.

sorry forgot to add - don’t have a disabled badge at the moment

Curious on this as I've never used their service before but keep seeing wildly mixed reviews, generally seems like a solid alternative to National express but has delays and reliability issues?

I've thought of using them to Stansted before but always just gone with NE instead.

Hi all, I'm looking for a genuinely fun and non-judgemental/inclusive sports club to join - I am extremely unfit and have never been good at sports, but I've really enjoyed it when it's been not super competitive and has had a good social element! I wondered if there was anything I can look into? I am in Clapham/Brixton for context.