10 h. ago Could newbuild tower blocks put YOU in line for a huge payout over 'right to light'? Legal experts say couple's £500k payout will encourage others to make compensation claims

Stephen and Jennifer Powell complained that the Arbor tower, part of the £2billion Bankside Yards development, 'substantially' reduced the natural light getting into their 6th floor apartment.

Economics

67 h. ago Huge fire breaks out at south London tower block — 70 firefighters race to scene

Ten fire engines responded after a fire broke out in a block of flats in Walworth

Sport

3 d. ago Fears Cardiff turning into 'concrete jungle' as huge new tower block plans unveiled

Cardiff Council's planning committee praised the proposed location of the new blocks, which will replace Asset House in Penarth Road, at a meeting on Thursday, July 3

Politics

3 d. ago Couple awarded £500,000 after luxury tower blocked light to their South Bank flat

Stephen and Jennifer Powell sued the developers of the £2 billion Bankside Yards scheme after the 17-storey Arbor tower slashed natural light to their Bankside Lofts apartment

Economics

3 d. ago Plan to ban workplace NDAs could 'deprive victims' say concerned legal experts

Changes to the Employment Rights Bill meant to prevent misuse of workplace NDAs are drawing mixed reviews. While the ban is designed to give voice to victims, some lawyers say it may cause harm

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3 d. ago Retired couple whose home was thrown into darkness by luxury skyscraper that was built across the road win huge payout

Stephen and Jennifer Powell complained that the Arbor tower 'substantially' reduced the natural light getting into their 6th floor apartment next door on London 's South Bank.

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5 d. ago Lewisham fire: Concern as 70 firefighters battle huge blaze at block of flats

London Fire Brigade remains in attendance on Lewisham Road in Lewisham, southeast London, where a maisonette caught fire late on Tuesday night - and streets have been closed

Events

6 d. ago Ninja knife sets slashed in Prime Day deals with up to 59% off

Ninja knife sets are up to 59% off for Amazon Prime Day, including the six steak knives set at just £36.99 and huge savings on self-sharpening knife blocks. Stock varies by colour, so check listings carefully.

Politics

6 d. ago Hibs ultra group target new public toilets with graffiti as locals hit out

The space was daubed with huge HFC lettering, with a Block Seven tag written at the side.

Events

6 d. ago Israeli plan for forced transfer of Gaza’s population ‘a blueprint for crimes against humanity’

Defence minister orders IDF to ready ‘emigration plan’ for all Palestinians in Gaza in what legal expert calls blueprint for a crime against humanityIsrael’s defence minister has laid out plans to force all Palestinians in Gaza into a camp on the ruins of Rafah, in a scheme which legal experts and academics described as a blueprint for crimes against humanity.Israel Katz said he has ordered Israel’s military to prepare for establishing a camp, which he called a “humanitarian city”, on the ruins of the city of Rafah, Haaretz newspaper reported. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs got a standing ovation from inmates after acquittal on some charges, lawyer claims

Diddy’s legal team have been praised from legal experts after the verdict

Politics

9 d. ago Why blockbuster Euro 2025 opener is a huge moment for a ‘new England’

Sarina Wiegman’s defending champions step into the unknown at Euro 2025 with a crunch opening match against France

Politics

1 week ago The hidden detail in Bryan Kohberger plea deal legal experts say everyone is overlooking

An Idaho prosecutor was slammed for offering quadruple-murderer Bryan Kohberger a plea deal, but legal experts have now revealed a key detail in the bargain they say guarantees justice.

Economics

1 week ago The hidden detail in Bryan Kohberger plea deal legal expert say everyone is overlooking

An Idaho prosecutor was slammed for offering quadruple-murderer Bryan Kohberger a plea deal, but legal experts have now revealed a key detail in the bargain they say guarantees justice.

Economics

1 week ago Grim clue in jury's Diddy note as legal experts say 'verdict is clear' in tense trial

Jurors in the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs have reached a verdict on four of the five counts against him as the Bad Boy rapper waits to hear his fate in New York

Politics

1 week ago As Diddy and the whole world hold their breath for verdict that will decide if he rots in prison... legal experts say the signs are pointing in a clear direction

Jurors in Sean ' Diddy' Combs' high-profile criminal trial are set to seal his fate on Wednesday after failing to reach a verdict on the most serious charge against him.

Events

2 w. ago Countries should keep their statehood if land disappears under sea, experts say

Long-awaited ILC report examines what should happen to vulnerable countries as sea levels riseStates should be able to continue politically even if their land disappears underwater, legal experts have said.The conclusions come from a long-awaited report by the International Law Commission that examined what existing law means for continued statehood and access to key resources if sea levels continue to rise due to climate breakdown. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Barbican centre side street entrance to be opened up with new public plaza

The huge new City office development will replace two blocks at 1 Silk Street

Politics

2 w. ago Manchester fire LIVE: Huge blaze erupts at Hotspur Press building as two apartment blocks evacuated

Fire crews are at the scene in Manchester

Society

3 w. ago Six casualties as Edinburgh firefighters battle huge blaze in block of flats

Footage from the scene shows the area taped off as around 25 firefighters tackled the blaze.

Events