The London Buzz – 22nd June 2026

Today’s London news round-up:

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Today’s London news round-up:

The charity that runs Wimbledon Common and Putney Heath will tonight set out plans to overhaul the Victorian constitution that governs it, Putney News

Council agrees ‘vision’ for Heathway redevelopment with hundreds of new homes Barking Star

A primary school artist in residence has been named an unsung hero in national awards.  Romford Recorder

Greens scrape home in Lewisham by-election OnLondon

The Government has intervened in a £500m proposal to build a data centre at the historic Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, after Tower Hamlets Council rejected the scheme. LocalGov

Freedom Pass to remain for 1.2 million Londoners as review shelved Standard

Two men have pleaded guilty to offences in connection with a massive cyber attack which caused Transport for London (TfL) months of disruption and cost the operator £39m. BBC News

Eurostar trains cancelled amid UK and France heatwaves Standard

Boy charged with murder of teenager who was stabbed to death in south London Sky News

London’s Victoria Station is to welcome a 5,000 sq ft food hall from Market Place this autumn  The Caterer

A developer has revealed its plans to build 390 homes on a sports ground site that has been fenced off to the public for over a decade. Enfield Dispatch

And from ianVisits:

LNER train gets a Sir Nigel Gresley 150th anniversary makeover

Tickets Alert: Tours of the Royal Institution

Hidden world inside Kensington Gardens tree revealed once more

Mirrors, lights and optical tricks: Julio Le Parc at Tate Modern

Wimbledon 2026 big outdoor screening in London

London’s Alleys: Dorset Buildings, City of London, EC4

Things to do in London tomorrow

Evolving Newham: connecting new districts with established communitiesCity of London
Panel discussion on how major developments connect with existing communities to create sustainable neighbourhoods with a sense of belonging.

A body of knowledge: summer lecturesCamden
Discover the fascinating history of interactive printmaking with two expert speakers and create your very own interactive volvelle.

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