# The Central London Paper > The Central London Paper is an independent news publication covering London. ## Recent Stories ### Heathrow Animal Reception Centre keeps IATA animal welfare accreditation - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/business/heathrow-animal-reception-centre-keeps-iata-animal-welfare-accreditation - Published: 2026-09-04 - Tags: Business, Community - Organisation: City of London Corporation The facility has secured its third consecutive international certification for live animal transport. ### Alan Bird to leave City of London School after nearly ten years - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/alan-bird-to-leave-city-of-london-school-after-nearly-ten-years - Published: 2026-09-04 - Tags: Community - Organisation: City of London Corporation The school has begun recruiting a successor for its outgoing headteacher. ### London Assembly to examine transport plans and child safety next week - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-to-examine-transport-plans-and-child-safety-next-week - Published: 2026-09-04 - Tags: Politics, Community - Organisation: Greater London Authority The London Assembly will hold public meetings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this coming week. ### Former Fenwick site on New Bond Street reaches major redevelopment milestone - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/business/former-fenwick-site-on-new-bond-street-reaches-major-redevelopment-milestone - Published: 2026-09-04 - Tags: Business - Organisation: Lazari The Foster + Partners-designed redevelopment will combine luxury retail with 115,000 sq ft of office space at one of Mayfair’s best-known former department stores. ### Westminster Council urges Education Secretary to extend rural school funding - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/westminster-council-urges-education-secretary-to-extend-rural-school-funding - Published: 2026-09-03 - Tags: Politics, Community - Organisation: Westminster City Council The council writes that inner-city primary schools face similar pressures as small rural institutions. ### Westminster officers seize fake squishy toys carrying famous brand names - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/crime/westminster-officers-seize-fake-squishy-toys-carrying-famous-brand-names - Published: 2026-09-03 - Tags: Crime, Business - Organisation: Westminster City Council Trading standards seized nearly 200 counterfeit squishy toys from a single shop in Victoria. ### London Assembly scrutinises data centre policy in draft London Plan - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-scrutinises-data-centre-policy-in-draft-london-plan - Published: 2026-09-03 - Tags: Politics, Development - Organisation: Greater London Authority The Planning & Regeneration Committee will assess new infrastructure proposals on Friday. ### London Assembly warns of transport risks from Heathrow expansion - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-warns-of-transport-risks-from-heathrow-expansion - Published: 2026-09-03 - Tags: Politics, Business - Organisation: Greater London Authority The Transport Committee has expressed concern over proposed mitigation measures for an expanded airport. ### London Assembly to examine underage vaping enforcement - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-to-examine-underage-vaping-enforcement - Published: 2026-09-02 - Tags: Politics, Community - Organisation: Greater London Authority The London Health Committee will investigate resources for tackling illegal vape sales among young people. ### London Assembly scrutinises Mayor's Green Belt development proposals - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-scrutinises-mayors-green-belt-development-proposals - Published: 2026-09-02 - Tags: Politics, Development - Organisation: Greater London Authority The London Plan is being reviewed to assess if it meets future needs. ### Oxford Street pedestrianisation works begin this month - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/development/oxford-street-pedestrianisation-works-begin-this-month - Published: 2026-09-02 - Tags: Development, Community - Organisation: Baker Street Quarter Partnership Preparatory works to make part of Oxford Street traffic-free have begun, bringing temporary road closures, restrictions and changes to bus services across central London. ### Baker Street Quarter businesses launch Smarter Recycling service - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/business/baker-street-quarter-businesses-launch-smarter-recycling-service - Published: 2026-09-02 - Tags: Business, Community - Organisation: Baker Street Quarter Partnership Partnerships with First Mile and Recorra deliver shared waste collections. ### Fitzrovia Food Festival 2026 runs from September 21 to 27 - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/business/fitzrovia-food-festival-2026-runs-from-september-21-to-27 - Published: 2026-09-02 - Tags: Business, Community - Organisation: The Fitzrovia Partnership The event offers exclusive discounts at over 30 venues in London. ### London Assembly scrutinises Mayor's new housing targets - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-scrutinises-mayors-new-housing-targets - Published: 2026-09-01 - Tags: Politics, Development - Organisation: Greater London Authority The London Plan is being reviewed to assess if its proposals meet future needs. ### Camden reports continued air quality improvements in 2025 - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/camden-reports-continued-air-quality-improvements-in-2025 - Published: 2026-09-01 - Tags: Community, Politics - Organisation: Camden Council Nitrogen dioxide pollution levels have fallen by six percent across Camden borough. ### Two Westminster restaurants fined over £37,000 for mice infestations - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/business/two-westminster-restaurants-fined-over-37000-for-mice-infestations - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Business, Crime - Organisation: Westminster City Council Westminster City Council has prosecuted two businesses after investigations found active mouse droppings in their kitchens. ### London Assembly to scrutinise TfL advertising value next week - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-to-scrutinise-tfl-advertising-value-next-week - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Politics, Business - Organisation: Greater London Authority Committees will examine housing targets, underage vaping and environmental plans. ### Influencers urged to stop picking mushrooms in Epping Forest - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/influencers-urged-to-stop-picking-mushrooms-in-epping-forest - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Community - Organisation: City of London Corporation Visitors are being asked not to collect wild fungi as autumn season begins. ### Resources for Autism launches social group in Southwark - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/resources-for-autism-launches-social-group-in-southwark - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Community - Organisation: Community Southwark Spaces are available for autistic adults aged 18 to 30. ### Southbank Centre hosts Creative Health Assembly for young people - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/southbank-centre-hosts-creative-health-assembly-for-young-people - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Community, Development - Organisation: Community Southwark Organisers invite community members to a wellbeing event on Friday 18 September. ### Grassroots groups in London can apply for up to £5,000 grants - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/grassroots-groups-in-london-can-apply-for-up-to-5000-grants - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Community, Development - Organisation: Community Southwark The Thrive LDN: London Communities Micro Grant Fund is now accepting applications from small organisations. ### Southwark Council invites groups to discuss extreme weather impact - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/southwark-council-invites-groups-to-discuss-extreme-weather-impact - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Community, Politics - Organisation: Community Southwark The council seeks feedback from voluntary organisations on summer heat effects. ### Westminster Council demands full EIA for Oxford Street pedestrianisation - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/westminster-council-demands-full-eia-for-oxford-street-pedestrianisation - Published: 2026-08-28 - Tags: Politics, Development - Organisation: Westminster City Council The council warns Transport for London must assess traffic, noise and air quality impacts. ### London Assembly publishes 25th anniversary annual report - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/politics/london-assembly-publishes-25th-anniversary-annual-report - Published: 2026-08-27 - Tags: Politics, Community - Organisation: Greater London Authority The body released its Annual Report for 2025-26 today. ### Westway Trust hosts new Carnival exhibition in Maxilla Walk - URL: https://centrallondonpaper.com/community/westway-trust-hosts-new-carnival-exhibition-in-maxilla-walk - Published: 2026-08-27 - Tags: Community - Organisation: Westway Trust The Westway estate will feature a community-led exhibition marking 60 years of Notting Hill Carnival. ## Topics Covered Business, Politics, Crime, Community, Development ## Areas Covered Camden, City of London, Kensington & Chelsea, Southwark, Westminster ## Publication Identity - Name: The Central London Paper - Domain: centrallondonpaper.com - Type: Regional news - Language: en-GB - Country: United Kingdom