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New film and housing quarter could transform area - but it won't be easy to build

Camden aims to develop a Film Quarter and housing in Kentish Town but faces challenges due to fragmented land ownership.

Plans to convert toy shop into two flats among planning applications last week

Camden Council has received numerous planning applications, highlighting increased development interest in the area.
A former toy shop in Gospel Oak is set to be converted into residential flats.
Application diversity ranges from small renovations to digital signage installations.

New cycle hire docking station planned for Clerkenwell

A new cycle hire docking station is planned near the Postal Museum in Clerkenwell, supported by local housing development funding.

Pilates studio at former Tube station could be turned into homes

A former Tube station in Kentish Town may be converted into homes, highlighting ongoing urban development in the area.

'Upgrades' planned to poet Keats' historic Hampstead home

Upgrades to Keats House will include enhanced security features to preserve the historic site.

Seven-storey boutique hotel with 59 rooms could replace Finchley Road shops

A boutique hotel with 59 rooms is proposed for Finchley Road, emphasizing architectural harmony between historical and contemporary styles.

New film and housing quarter could transform area - but it won't be easy to build

Camden aims to develop a Film Quarter and housing in Kentish Town but faces challenges due to fragmented land ownership.

Plans to convert toy shop into two flats among planning applications last week

Camden Council has received numerous planning applications, highlighting increased development interest in the area.
A former toy shop in Gospel Oak is set to be converted into residential flats.
Application diversity ranges from small renovations to digital signage installations.

New cycle hire docking station planned for Clerkenwell

A new cycle hire docking station is planned near the Postal Museum in Clerkenwell, supported by local housing development funding.

Pilates studio at former Tube station could be turned into homes

A former Tube station in Kentish Town may be converted into homes, highlighting ongoing urban development in the area.

'Upgrades' planned to poet Keats' historic Hampstead home

Upgrades to Keats House will include enhanced security features to preserve the historic site.

Seven-storey boutique hotel with 59 rooms could replace Finchley Road shops

A boutique hotel with 59 rooms is proposed for Finchley Road, emphasizing architectural harmony between historical and contemporary styles.
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#nightlife

'Letting pubs and clubs open later will mean more crime, filth and litter'

Plans to extend nightlife hours in Camden face backlash from residents wary of increased noise and crime.

Police oppose council plans to boost Camden nightlife by relaxing licensing restrictions

Camden Council's plans to relax some licensing policies lead to controversy
Opposition to the plans stems from concerns about noise, crime, and impact on residents

'Pubs could be allowed to open later - have your say'

Camden Council is considering changes to its licensing policy, raising concerns among residents about community safety and the influence of businesses.

'Letting pubs and clubs open later will mean more crime, filth and litter'

Plans to extend nightlife hours in Camden face backlash from residents wary of increased noise and crime.

Police oppose council plans to boost Camden nightlife by relaxing licensing restrictions

Camden Council's plans to relax some licensing policies lead to controversy
Opposition to the plans stems from concerns about noise, crime, and impact on residents

'Pubs could be allowed to open later - have your say'

Camden Council is considering changes to its licensing policy, raising concerns among residents about community safety and the influence of businesses.
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#tenant-rights

Council under investigation by housing watchdog over dangerous window complaint

Camden council is under scrutiny for poorly handling window installations, endangering resident safety, and failing to provide critical data during consultations.

'Iconic estate with heated walls would be ruined by plan to give us radiators'

Residents oppose Camden Council's proposal to replace the estate's unique heating system due to concerns over architectural integrity and outdated plans.

Council under investigation by housing watchdog over dangerous window complaint

Camden council is under scrutiny for poorly handling window installations, endangering resident safety, and failing to provide critical data during consultations.

'Iconic estate with heated walls would be ruined by plan to give us radiators'

Residents oppose Camden Council's proposal to replace the estate's unique heating system due to concerns over architectural integrity and outdated plans.
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#highgate-library

'Huge achievement' as historic library reopens after 1.8m revamp

Highgate Library's reopening celebrated community efforts and its vital role in modern education and sustainability.

'Crumbling' 118-year-old library reopens after 1.8m refurbishment

Highgate Library has undergone significant renovations to reduce carbon emissions while preserving its historical integrity, emphasizing sustainable practices in heritage buildings.

'Huge achievement' as historic library reopens after 1.8m revamp

Highgate Library's reopening celebrated community efforts and its vital role in modern education and sustainability.

'Crumbling' 118-year-old library reopens after 1.8m refurbishment

Highgate Library has undergone significant renovations to reduce carbon emissions while preserving its historical integrity, emphasizing sustainable practices in heritage buildings.
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#housing

The London Buzz - 28th November 2024

Camden Council's landlord services face criticism for a defensive complaints culture, as revealed by a Housing Ombudsman investigation.
Affordable housing initiatives are ongoing in Southwark with 120 new homes completed in Peckham.

Camden resident forced to live in 'wooden shack without heating or hot water' after broken lift made home inaccessible

Camden Council's neglect led to a resident with severe health issues living in a wooden shack without heating after a long-standing lift failure.

Former women's mental health hostel could be turned into family home

A former women's mental health hostel is proposed to be turned into a family home.

The London Buzz - 28th November 2024

Camden Council's landlord services face criticism for a defensive complaints culture, as revealed by a Housing Ombudsman investigation.
Affordable housing initiatives are ongoing in Southwark with 120 new homes completed in Peckham.

Camden resident forced to live in 'wooden shack without heating or hot water' after broken lift made home inaccessible

Camden Council's neglect led to a resident with severe health issues living in a wooden shack without heating after a long-standing lift failure.

Former women's mental health hostel could be turned into family home

A former women's mental health hostel is proposed to be turned into a family home.
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Pubs in this north London borough could soon stay open later

Pubs in London face noise complaints and licensing issues, but Camden Council plans to relax laws to support nightlife.
#public-consultation

Green mobility hubs could replace car parking space in Kentish Town

Camden Council is proposing 'green mobility hubs' in Kentish Town to support sustainable travel and enhance public spaces.

Camden consults on additional cycle hire docking station

Camden Council is consulting on a new cycle hire docking station near St Pancras station to improve local transport options.

Green mobility hubs could replace car parking space in Kentish Town

Camden Council is proposing 'green mobility hubs' in Kentish Town to support sustainable travel and enhance public spaces.

Camden consults on additional cycle hire docking station

Camden Council is consulting on a new cycle hire docking station near St Pancras station to improve local transport options.
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Camden: 150 people evacuated from tower block after resident spots crack in wall of flat

About 150 residents were evacuated from a North London flats due to structural concerns after a crack appeared in a wall.
#homelessness

The brownfield sites to be transformed for housing with 3m government cash

Camden Council has secured over £3 million to develop affordable housing and homeless hostels on brownfield sites.

Charity slams rough sleeping review after homeless people's tents binned

Charity slams Camden Council's review of rough sleeping services as not independent.

The brownfield sites to be transformed for housing with 3m government cash

Camden Council has secured over £3 million to develop affordable housing and homeless hostels on brownfield sites.

Charity slams rough sleeping review after homeless people's tents binned

Charity slams Camden Council's review of rough sleeping services as not independent.
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#planning-application

Penthouses plan for 1930s Art Deco block of flats withdrawn

Plans for new penthouses atop a historic building in Dartmouth Park have been withdrawn, allowing residents more time to prepare for potential resubmission.

New gym with plunge pools and sauna could open soon

A new gym with plunge pools and sauna is proposed near Euston station, pending Camden Council's approval.

Penthouses plan for 1930s Art Deco block of flats withdrawn

Plans for new penthouses atop a historic building in Dartmouth Park have been withdrawn, allowing residents more time to prepare for potential resubmission.

New gym with plunge pools and sauna could open soon

A new gym with plunge pools and sauna is proposed near Euston station, pending Camden Council's approval.
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#community-consultation

'Let's not make it a political football' - petition on LTN scheme rejected

The Camden Council's traffic management scheme faces significant community pushback due to concerns about its design and the consultation process.

Opponents slam 'money grabbing' Hampstead school streets traffic scheme

Camden Council proposed a Healthy School Streets scheme, facing opposition from local residents despite safety concerns for children.

'Let's not make it a political football' - petition on LTN scheme rejected

The Camden Council's traffic management scheme faces significant community pushback due to concerns about its design and the consultation process.

Opponents slam 'money grabbing' Hampstead school streets traffic scheme

Camden Council proposed a Healthy School Streets scheme, facing opposition from local residents despite safety concerns for children.
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Cafe and bar staff say street urination '100 a problem' as anti-pee paint launches

Camden Council is implementing anti-pee paint in Holborn and Covent Garden to combat street urination, seen as a significant issue by local staff.
#planning-applications

Fire-ravaged shop could reopen after two-year closure

Camden Council is reviewing multiple planning applications, focusing on housing conversions, extensions, and developments in the area.

Plans to refurbish grade listed pub among planning applications this week

The Camden Council is reviewing a range of planning applications, including a significant refurbishment of The Edinboro Castle pub, built in 1839.

Three extra storeys could be added to builders depot

Camden Council is currently reviewing numerous planning applications for diverse developments across the borough.
Community engagement and local development initiatives are evident in submitted applications.

Greggs set to open new bakery near Regent's Park

Camden Council is reviewing several planning applications, focusing on health, residential, and commercial projects.

Fire-ravaged shop could reopen after two-year closure

Camden Council is reviewing multiple planning applications, focusing on housing conversions, extensions, and developments in the area.

Plans to refurbish grade listed pub among planning applications this week

The Camden Council is reviewing a range of planning applications, including a significant refurbishment of The Edinboro Castle pub, built in 1839.

Three extra storeys could be added to builders depot

Camden Council is currently reviewing numerous planning applications for diverse developments across the borough.
Community engagement and local development initiatives are evident in submitted applications.

Greggs set to open new bakery near Regent's Park

Camden Council is reviewing several planning applications, focusing on health, residential, and commercial projects.
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#housing-development

Hundreds of car park spaces to be axed as part of O2 Centre development

The O2 Centre is set to lose 320 car parking spaces for new homes as part of a redevelopment project.

Pictures reveal latest designs for O2 Centre redevelopment

The O2 Centre development in Finchley Road will now include 650 homes, increasing from the initially approved 600, with added emphasis on green space.

Extra homes and higher blocks proposed for first phase of O2 Centre redevelopment

The O2 Centre development in Finchley Road is set to begin, with plans increasing the initial home count from 600 to 650.

Hundreds of car park spaces to be axed as part of O2 Centre development

The O2 Centre is set to lose 320 car parking spaces for new homes as part of a redevelopment project.

Pictures reveal latest designs for O2 Centre redevelopment

The O2 Centre development in Finchley Road will now include 650 homes, increasing from the initially approved 600, with added emphasis on green space.

Extra homes and higher blocks proposed for first phase of O2 Centre redevelopment

The O2 Centre development in Finchley Road is set to begin, with plans increasing the initial home count from 600 to 650.
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Plan to boost number of residents taking up funding for greener homes

Camden Council is expanding the Climate Fund to increase access to renewable energy upgrades, particularly for low-income households.

Former mayor was 'in hiding' in Bangladesh after family caught up in violence

Camden Council has refused to disclose how long it knew about Cllr Rahman's absence due to her family's threats in Bangladesh.
#fire-safety

Tower block fire safety inquiry was secretly 'put on hold', Camden Council admits

The residents of Camden's Chalcots estate are still awaiting the second phase of a fire safety inquiry, initially promised in 2017.

'Unsafe cladding at block of flats must be fixed,' owners told

Camden Council mandates the fixing of unsafe cladding and fire safety issues at Princes Park Apartments to enhance resident safety.

Tower block fire safety inquiry was secretly 'put on hold', Camden Council admits

The residents of Camden's Chalcots estate are still awaiting the second phase of a fire safety inquiry, initially promised in 2017.

'Unsafe cladding at block of flats must be fixed,' owners told

Camden Council mandates the fixing of unsafe cladding and fire safety issues at Princes Park Apartments to enhance resident safety.
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Pro-Palestine protesters' fury at 'censorship' over 'genocide' placards

Camden Council faced backlash for censoring a silent protest about Gaza, highlighting tensions between local governance and freedom of speech.

Dozy drivers following sat navs are getting stuck on stairs in a housing estate

Drivers are getting stuck on stairs in Maitland Park after following sat navs, prompting concerns about child safety.
#urban-planning

Camden Council planning a dedicated cycle lane for Shaftesbury Avenue

Camden Council plans to introduce a fully segregated cycle lane on Shaftesbury Avenue to improve safety and cycling infrastructure.

Disused offices could become 'micro-hotel' after failed bid to reverse fortunes

A new Premier Inn-style hotel is planned for Kentish Town, converting disused offices into micro-hotel rooms.

Premier Inn-style hotel with 74 rooms could be created above McDonald's

A Premier Inn-style hotel may be developed above McDonald's in Kentish Town Road after planning proposals submitted to Camden Council.

Camden Council Confirms Major 40 Million Makeover For Holborn

Holborn area in central London undergoing major makeover with new green spaces and pedestrian-friendly environment.
The project aims to create a people-focused public space, accessible cycle lanes, and a healthy street for visitors and patients.

Camden High Street Could Become Pedestrianised Under New Plans

Camden Council plans to pedestrianize part of Camden High Street for an 18-month trial to alleviate congestion and provide more space for pedestrians.

Camden Council planning a dedicated cycle lane for Shaftesbury Avenue

Camden Council plans to introduce a fully segregated cycle lane on Shaftesbury Avenue to improve safety and cycling infrastructure.

Disused offices could become 'micro-hotel' after failed bid to reverse fortunes

A new Premier Inn-style hotel is planned for Kentish Town, converting disused offices into micro-hotel rooms.

Premier Inn-style hotel with 74 rooms could be created above McDonald's

A Premier Inn-style hotel may be developed above McDonald's in Kentish Town Road after planning proposals submitted to Camden Council.

Camden Council Confirms Major 40 Million Makeover For Holborn

Holborn area in central London undergoing major makeover with new green spaces and pedestrian-friendly environment.
The project aims to create a people-focused public space, accessible cycle lanes, and a healthy street for visitors and patients.

Camden High Street Could Become Pedestrianised Under New Plans

Camden Council plans to pedestrianize part of Camden High Street for an 18-month trial to alleviate congestion and provide more space for pedestrians.
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'We could lose our livelihoods if hotel is allowed to replace our businesses'

The proposed boutique hotel may displace longstanding businesses in New College Parade, raising community concerns.
Local business owners express emotional and financial ramifications if forced to relocate.

'Out-dated' pool at all boys' school could be demolished in 2 million plan

St Anthony's School aims to replace an outdated pool with an astro-turf sports pitch to enhance recreational facilities.
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Dodgy landlord crammed too many people into house with faulty fire doors

Rogue landlords in Camden face legal consequences for unsafe and illegal housing practices, underscoring the need for better regulation and tenant protections.

'We weren't told about 'harmful' King's Cross shopping pavilion plans'

Plans to redevelop Coal Drops Yard are facing backlash for insufficient consultation and potential harm to the historic site.

Campaigners' scepticism as Camden starts 'scoping' Chalcots inquiry phase two

The Camden council delayed an inquiry into tower block safety issues until after the Grenfell Inquiry, prompting criticism from tenant representatives.

Japanese restaurant turns around 1/5 hygiene rating to score 5/5

INE BY TAKU improved its hygiene rating from 1/5 to 5/5 following a recent inspection, showcasing significant progress in food safety standards.
#road-safety

Hundreds expected at meeting about planned low-traffic zone

A significant community meeting on the low-traffic zone in Dartmouth Park highlights local concerns about traffic and pollution distribution.
There is criticism regarding the previous engagement process for the traffic scheme, leading to demands for better consultation and communication.

'We've warned so many times' - Call for cameras after boy, 4, hit by car

Residents group repeatedly warned of accident outside primary school
ANPR cameras to be installed to enforce restrictions in school streets

Hundreds expected at meeting about planned low-traffic zone

A significant community meeting on the low-traffic zone in Dartmouth Park highlights local concerns about traffic and pollution distribution.
There is criticism regarding the previous engagement process for the traffic scheme, leading to demands for better consultation and communication.

'We've warned so many times' - Call for cameras after boy, 4, hit by car

Residents group repeatedly warned of accident outside primary school
ANPR cameras to be installed to enforce restrictions in school streets
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Camden music venue among eateries to score 0/5 hygiene rating

Camden Council found multiple venues failing hygiene inspections, emphasizing significant concerns about food safety and cleanliness standards across the borough.
#candidates

All the candidates in Camden Council's Kilburn by-election

Candidates are focused on addressing local issues like rubbish collection and council accountability in their bids for the Kilburn council seat.

Meet the candidates vying for former council leader's seat

Local elections are critical, with candidates focusing on infrastructure, housing, and community engagement in Kentish Town South.

All the candidates in Camden Council's Kilburn by-election

Candidates are focused on addressing local issues like rubbish collection and council accountability in their bids for the Kilburn council seat.

Meet the candidates vying for former council leader's seat

Local elections are critical, with candidates focusing on infrastructure, housing, and community engagement in Kentish Town South.
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Camden's Conservative leader resigns

Cllr Gio Spinella stepped down after 13 years of service due to moving away.
A by-election for Frognal ward will coincide with the Mayor of London and London Assembly elections on May 2.

British Museum told of unexploded bomb risk on Bloomsbury site amid energy centre plans

The British Museum faces a medium risk of unexploded Second World War bombs on its site.
The museum's plans for a new energy center involve demolishing buildings and creating more efficient heating systems.

Camden Council faces backlash for letting KFC take over library for new advert

KFC used a library for an ad, raising criticism for promoting unhealthy food in an area focusing on healthy eating initiatives.
Despite the ad, KFC claims to have taken measures to minimize community impact and ensures they do not market to children.

'We've had no support' - Shopkeepers' fury as tube station reopening delayed

Kentish Town station closed for escalator replacement, leading to delayed reopening in September.
Local businesses near the station, such as restaurants and nail salons, have experienced significant drops in sales during the closure.

'We are scared' - Plea for rethink after fire escapes at flats padlocked shut

Campaigners are urging Camden Council to reconsider locking off fire escapes on a block of flats in Highgate.
Residents are concerned about inadequate fire exit signs and faulty alarms, and fear being trapped in the event of a fire.
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