has announced the sale of Dr K Shah Dental Practice in Edgware Built around You.Your expert business property advisers Dr K Shah Dental Practice is a single-surgery mixed-income practice that offers an array of dental services and care to patients It is ideally located on Sheaveshill Avenue in Edgware The practice has been owned by Dr Kamlesh Shah since 1992 and was brought to market to allow him to retire Following a confidential sales process with Tony Walker at Christie & Co it has been purchased by an experienced Associate acquiring their first practice who is “excited to have taken over such a well-established practice.” His intention is “to continue the high standard of care that Dr Shah has delivered over the years while modernising and refurbishing the practice layout to further enhance the patient experience.” “I’m delighted to have handed over the practice to the new owner and to know that patients will continue to receive the same high standard of care going forward.” Associate Director – Dental at Christie & Co “It was a pleasure to represent Dr Shah in the sale of the practice and I wish the new owner all the best with this exciting acquisition Another successful sale in the South demonstrates that the independent market and acquisitions by independent operators are as strong as ever.” Dr K Shah Dental Practice was sold for an undisclosed price Visit Christie & Co’s Business Search page to find out more about current medical listings. Keep up-to-date with our latest listings and more… © Christie & Co 2024 | A member of Christie Group British Transport Police (BTP) are investigating a report of an assault at Edgware Underground Station are today releasing this image in connection “At around 6.50am on Saturday 8 March a woman had boarded a stationary Northern line train “A man has approached her and assaulted her “Officers believe the man in the image may have information that could help their investigation is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40 you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.” Harrow Online is a company registered in England and Wales Plans are moving forward to build new homes on unused land at Edgware Community Hospital is next to Burnt Oak Broadway and about half a mile from Burnt Oak Tube Station but these have now been moved into the main hospital The land is now empty and ready to be redeveloped NHS Property Services wants to build up to 129 new homes on the site The plans also include shops or community space All parking spaces for patients will be moved to another area near the hospital and disabled spaces will be kept close to the main entrance The site will have limited parking for new residents there will be bike storage and car club spaces to encourage more sustainable travel The area will be landscaped with wildflowers and shrubs and there will be shared outdoor spaces for people to enjoy Money from the land sale will go back into the NHS to help improve services The hospital itself will benefit from lower running costs and better facilities for patients and staff Local people can have their say on the detailed plans until 31 March 2025 The planning application will be finalised in spring with a decision expected later in the year building work is likely to start in 2026 or 2027 To find out more, visit the official website here Edgware and Kenton East wards carried out a road traffic operation in Camrose Avenue Edgware this week following concerns from local residents about driving offences in the area The operation was launched in response to ongoing complaints with the location selected due to what police say is a growing concern around road safety Officers were joined by colleagues from neighbouring wards and used specialist equipment to detect and capture members of the public breaking the speed limit Multiple cars were stopped during the afternoon and penalty notices were issued for various offences Officers at the scene said they were pleased to see that most drivers were obeying the law PS Jones, SNT lead for Edgware Centenary and Kenton East ward said: “Today’s operation was just a small example of the range of tactics the police will bring to bear on those who don’t obey the law in our wards” Further similar operations could take place across the area with police aiming to deter unsafe driving and improve road safety in response to local concerns Barnet’s new Local Plan has been given the nod by senior councillors despite ongoing concerns over Edgware town centre’s regeneration plans Barnet Council’s Labour cabinet approved the lengthy document – setting out housing and employment development up to the year 2036 – last night (Wednesday 5th) After nearly nine years of work the Local Plan will now go to full council for final approval It has already undergone a public examination by a government-appointed inspector The Local Plan identifies where development should take place as well as where it should be restricted The documents guide local authorities when making decisions on future development proposals and also address an area’s housing the Barnet Local Plan has faced opposition from the Conservatives In particular, the Tory group’s deputy leader Lucy Wakeley asked the cabinet to “urgently review” a 2021 supplementary planning document (SPD) for Edgware town centre Edgware has been recognised at London planning level as “suitable for regeneration and growth for decades” residents have been calling on the council for years to amend the height limits on tower blocks that have been agreed In a partnership between developer Ballymore and Transport for London (TfL) plans for 25 tower blocks up to 29 storeys in height have been outlined as well as a new electric bus garage which has raised concerns from London Fire Brigade thousands of residents have objected to the level of housing and the heights permitted in the Local Plan for Edgware town centre Opposition leader Peter Zinkin said he was “anxious” for the residents to feel that “their concerns have been heard” and at the “very minimum” councillors should write to TfL Suggesting the council discuss with TfL the type of bus station that will be built that is the closest you can get to actually reflecting the concerns the residents have in terms of the bus station.” Some of these specific concerns will be discussed when the Ballymore and TfL plans go before a planning committee but Cllr Zinkin stated the council could do more to allay any “misapprehensions” He said: “When 5,000 people object to something it’s a message to us we’ve failed collectively to communicate well enough therefore it requires something slightly different from just going through the planning process “Separate the things planners can do and those things planners can’t or won’t do so we can show the council we do listen to residents.” In response the council’s cabinet member for homes and regeneration acknowledged one of the “controversial parts” of the Local Plan was the site allocations a process which began in 2018 under the leadership of the Tories was brought forward and once offered the council was expected to “deliver on those sites” and that amendments at this late stage of the Local Plan process were not feasible Cllr Houston said: “In relation to Edgware it’s fair to say the inspector did actually take into account in their schedule of main modifications [changes to make the plan legally compliant] and was comfortable in terms of the modifications with the numbers presented to the Local Plan for Edgware.” He added the council had already fed back concerns to Ballymore and said he personally had “no problem” passing on concerns around the bus station to TfL calling it a “reasonable thing to do” Cllr Houston added: “That was brought up with inspectors and the response is it’s not a planning consideration Clearly the planning committee will be asked to have a view on that and TfL will have to come forward with a view but it isn’t a planning matter.” Station Road in Edgware is blocked off by police at the junction of Stonegrove High Street following a road traffic collision involved a car and a pedestrian who has been taken to a major trauma centre as a priority A spokesperson for the Met Police said: “Police were called at approximately 13:40hrs on Tuesday, 18 February to reports of a car in collision with a pedestrian in Station Road, Edgware “Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and the pedestrian “No arrests; enquiries into the circumstances continue.” A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 1.37pm today (18 February) to reports of a road traffic collision on Station Road a paramedic in a fast response car and a clinical team manager “We treated a man at the scene and took him to a major trauma centre as a priority.” Video footage sent to Harrow Online shows tractors driving through Edgware as British farmers make their way to Whitehall for a protest against the government’s inheritance tax plans The tractors were spotted driving along Burnt Oak Broadway outside Edgware General Hospital as they made their way to Whitehall for the protest This marks the third time in four months that farmers have taken to the streets in London calling for the government to reconsider changes to inheritance tax rules is set to take place at 1pm today under the banner “Change Your Tune including National Farmers Union’s Tom Bradshaw and celebrity farmer Gareth Wyn Jones will address the crowd in Whitehall at 3.15pm A post shared by Harrow Online (@harrowonline1) Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is also expected to speak to farmers during a stop on their way into the capital He has vowed to reverse Labour’s planned tax changes if his party wins the next general election “If this has been done to your community The protest coincides with an MPs’ debate on an e-petition which has gathered over 148,000 signatures calling for the government to keep the current inheritance tax exemptions for working farms farms worth more than £1 million would face a 20% inheritance tax rate starting in April 2026 removing the current exemption that allows family farms to be passed down tax-free Despite growing pressure from the farming community Labour has said it will not reverse its decision Two people have been injured following collision on Camrose Avenue, Edgware and police have closed the road at the junction with Merlin Crescent just next to Chandos Recreation Ground Bus routes 288, 628, and 688 are currently on diversion and traffic is heavy in both directions leading towards Stanmore and Colindale A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 3.43pm this afternoon (Thursday 30 January) to reports of a road traffic collision in Camrose Avenue an incident response officer and London’s Air Ambulance “The first of our crews arrived in six minutes “Our crews treated two patients at the scene before taking one to a London major trauma centre and the other to another hospital.” “Police were called at about 15:45hrs on Thursday 30 January to reports of a car in collision with two pedestrians on Merlin Crescent in Edgware “One person was treated at the scene “The car stopped at the scene; no arrests and enquiries continue.

Closures were put in place while the incident was dealt with and have since been lifted.” 2025 12:52Adam Morris has been announced as Belmont & Edgware Cricket Club's new captain.By Maccabi Gb Belmont and Edgware Cricket Club concluded their 50th anniversary by announcing Adam Morris as their new captain who stepped aside after five years at the helm where David Kay was also appointed captain of the second team with Mark Spanjar named as the new treasurer The evening also saw awards handed out to standout performers from the past season Ilan Selby helped himself to a number of gongs U18 star Elisha Lev was named fielder of the year the most improved accolade went to Gavi Lowinger while young player of the year and clubman of the year were both won by Emanuel Latchman Morris said: “I’m really proud to have been appointed captain of this fantastic club It was great as always to see so many of our members including some who have been part of the club for six months and some who have been here for over 20 years having an enjoyable look back on the season and fully engaging with what our club should look like going forward I’m already excited to be back in the nets and building up towards the 2025 season!” Cricket Residents of Edgware are set to rally on 22 September voicing strong opposition to proposed high-rise development which they say will have devastating effects on the community The rally will take place at the Park Grove entrance to Stonegrove Park as the community gathers to protest plans that include towers up to 29 storeys high replacing infrastructure and raising concerns about the future of the suburb The proposed development by Ballymore would see the demolition of key local assets, including the Broadwalk Shopping Centre and Edgware Bus Station Edgware Bus StationLocal residents fear the changes will lead to overcrowding particularly impacting the elderly and disabled Key points of contention include the complete removal of commuter parking Critics argue that these changes will cripple Edgware’s retail sector make it harder for residents and visitors to access shops and services and create a surge in population without the infrastructure to support it Residents are also concerned about fire safety as the London Fire Brigade has warned about the risks associated with an underground electric bus-charging garage “The one thing about this that is most important is the proposal to build the bus garage for 100 buses under a 29 story tower block given the fires that have taken place on electric buses already we can’t think of what the consequences could be.” a spokesperson for the campaign group Save Our Edgware said: “This isn’t just about the tower blocks it’s about Edgware continuing to function as a suburb that works for both new and existing residents and the thousands of people nearby restaurants and for access to public transport We are especially concerned about the impact on elderly and disabled people.” She added: “We urge Barnet Council to reject this flawed application and ask the developers to constructively engage with the community and address them meaningfully before submitting a revised proposal.” Barnet Council has already been inundated with thousands of objections Zack added that there have been issues with the planning portal with many objections submitted by email yet to be uploaded “It seems that the Council has been overwhelmed,” she said is expected to draw significant crowds from the local community A spokesperson for the development said: “We are proud of our proposals for Edgware Town Centre The project would deliver 3,365 new homes (including 1,150 affordable homes) and 460 student accommodation spaces at a time when London needs new housing more than ever it would create nearly 1,500 new full-time local jobs generating circa £3 million annually in spending within the local area and an increased GVA of circa £80 million annually with a total of £1.7billion invested in Edgware Town Centre over a 10-year period “The safety of our residents and all users of our developments is of paramount importance to us The bus garage will not be operational until 2030 at the earliest and we are clear that no electric vehicles will be permitted unless the design has been approved by the London Fire Brigade the Health & Safety Executive and Building Control We continue to work closely with relevant authorities battery and bus manufacturers to ensure the proposal is designed and built to the highest fire safety standards “The outline planning application includes a wide range of supporting infrastructure The new bus interchange will improve connectivity and user experience by providing new covered waiting areas with seating much closer to the entrance to the Underground station as well as new pick up and drop off points “Our proposals safeguard 20,000 sq ft of new space for health and wellbeing infrastructure We are also providing 460,000 sq ft of new flexible commercial and retail floorspace gym and pool and a new flexible community library we have consulted key stakeholders and met more than 3,300 members of the local community These conversations have fundamentally shaped our scheme and we look forward to continuing these discussions as we progress through the planning process.” Thirteen members of Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue (EHRS) set out on a historic visit to the Czech Republic over Holocaust Memorial Day weekend the delegation honoured the past while celebrating the resilience and future of Progressive Judaism in the Czech Republic The delegation experienced a deeply spiritual moment at the Spanish Synagogue in Prague is believed to stand on the site of Prague’s oldest synagogue The moving Friday night service was led by Rabbi David Maxa of Ec Chajim EHRS Vice-Chair Joanna Sigalov said: “The sense of connection to our ancestors in such a grand place was inspiring and deeply resonant.” the delegation joined the local Reform Jewish community for a Shabbat morning service at their modern synagogue built on the site of one destroyed during Kristallnacht who recalled attending the former synagogue as a child EHRS Council member Nick Mailer said: “The feeling of continuity with our traditions and the Liberec community was empowering.” The delegation then attended the opening of The Story of Czech Scrolls at Prague Castle marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz The exhibition explores how Jewish Torah scrolls from the Czech lands survived Nazi and Communist oppression before being transferred to London under the care of the Memorial Scrolls Trust they serve Jewish communities worldwide as symbols of resilience and memory was created in collaboration with the Progressive Jewish Community Ec Chajim the Czech Parliament’s Chamber of Deputies the Memorial Scrolls Trust and other international Jewish organisations permanently loaned to the Czech Parliament in 2024 was temporarily placed at Prague Castle for the exhibition EHRS members stood alongside dignitaries including Jeffrey Ohrenstein Czech MP Roman Bělor and the Vice Chair of the World Union for Progressive Judaism Andrew Keene Joanna Sigalov reflected: “We were profoundly honoured to share this moment with interfaith leaders and other distinguished guests on this significant anniversary.” Rabbi David led the solemn recitation of El Male Rachamim and Kaddish The Czech Scroll No 41 is now displayed at Prague Castle for visitors to reflect upon its significance Rabbi Tanya said: “What a special and positive way to remember the six million souls lost and the Czech communities’ Jewish future and more connected than ever to our global family.” A domestic abuse survivor has encouraged others to report to police and get the justice they deserve Adam Woodhouse, 35, of Edrick Walk, Edgware appeared at Harrow Crown Court on Friday 4 April where he was jailed for five years after previously being convicted of multiple offences including cyber-flashing Woodhouse subjected his ex-partner to a year-long campaign of abuse including hundreds of threatening messages He later mocked her over the phone and sent unsolicited After his arrest in Lincolnshire on 30 September he acted aggressively towards police and caused damage in custody He appeared at Harrow Crown Court on Friday 4 April where he was sentenced to five years in prison He was also issued with a lifetime restraining order against the victim after being described as a “dangerous offender” by the judge.  the victim said: “What Adam has put my children and I through has ruined our lives completely and I would never want any other woman to go through this “I would say to any other women who are experiencing domestic abuse to be brave come forward and get support from the police to get the justice you deserve “I have felt very supported by DC Olivia Fox and from working closely together we have managed to get justice today.” Detective Constable Olivia Fox from the North West Public Protection Unit said:  “Woodhouse demonstrated that he was an abusive domestic perpetrator repeatedly targeting this young woman to the point this abuse took over her life “Woodhouse made it his mission to make this woman’s life hell and treated her like she was a possession that he owned He would then ‘love-bomb’ her and attempt to persuade her that she needed him “She was so terrified of Woodhouse that she initially withdrew supporting the investigation out of fear “It takes an brave person to pick up with an emotionally draining investigation again and I commend her tenacity and strength I hope that today’s sentence allows her to move forward with her life.” “Victims of domestic abuse can often feel lonely and isolated and I understand that many have perceptions that the police won’t be able to help.  “We are better trained than ever to investigate reports of domestic abuse and will continue to work with our partner agencies to ensure that all victims of domestic abuse get justice.” Community groups “Save Our Edgware” and “Edgware Community Association” have made history setting a new record for planning objections for Barnet Council Over 5,500 objections have been lodged against Ballymore Ltd and Transport for London’s (TfL) proposed redevelopment of Edgware Town Centre The plan includes demolishing the Broadwalk Shopping Centre and garage to make way for 3,828 housing units spread across 25 tower blocks Tony Allan, Chair of the Edgware Community Association, shared his gratitude for the community’s effort, saying, “We thank everybody for making a great effort in objecting, including dealing with the Barnet Council Planning Portal The record-breaking number of objections reflects just how out of touch this development is with the needs of the local community We now expect Barnet Council to fulfil its duty to provide conscientious consideration of residents’ objections in line with established legal standards particularly given the volume and severity of concerns raised “The council must demonstrate that it has thoroughly reviewed and addressed every objection ensuring transparency and integrity in the decision-making process We’re urging Barnet Council to reject this totally flawed application.” Central to the opposition is the plan to demolish Edgware Bus Station Critics argue that its closure would disproportionately impact the elderly The Greater London Authority (GLA) raised concerns in its Stage 1 Report “The application does not currently comply with the London Plan … significant strategic matters require addressing regarding the delivery of the Bus Station and Bus Garage to operational standards.” Issues were also noted regarding bus station and garage designs including the need for an all-electric bus garage and the risk of increased congestion from relocated bus stops The GLA also highlighted the need for a broader consultation, recommending, “The EqIA should be widened to be site-specific, rather than borough-specific,” reflecting the impact on residents in nearby boroughs, including Harrow The proposed development would see a dramatic reduction in public parking spaces Critics argue that this would negatively impact shoppers While opposition to the plan has been significant Ballymore noted the positive aspects of their proposal “We are proud of our proposals for Edgware Town Centre and an increased GVA of circa £80 million annually.” The developers also noted that their plans have been shaped by feedback from over 3,300 local residents since 2020 “On an ambitious scheme such as this we understand there will always be a range of views and opinions and while we appreciate there are objections to the proposals we have been really encouraged by the significant levels of support alongside this as shown in independent local sentiment polling which indicated 70% of those polled thought the plans will have a positive impact on Edgware “A total of £1.7billion would be invested in Edgware Town Centre over a 10-year period making Edgware an outstanding place for modern urban living with thriving commerce; extensive new public spaces and parks; improved connectivity and public transport; new health infrastructure; new leisure and culture offerings and a variety of homes “The thousands of conversations we’ve had over the last four years have fundamentally shaped our scheme and we look forward to continuing these discussions as we progress through the planning process.” The proposal’s opponents, including Save Our Edgware spokesperson Anuta Zack Zack noted the safety concerns and called for a reconsideration “This development is not just a threat to the character of Edgware; it poses real safety risks to the people who live and work here The fire risks from the underground bus garage the inadequate public transport provisions and the overwhelming housing density are all deeply concerning “We’re calling on Ballymore to withdraw its current plans and work with the community to develop a solution that respects Edgware’s character and infrastructure.” A woman has been taken to hospital following a collision outside Edgware Bus Station on Station Road at around 12:30pm today (Thursday Police cordoned off a large area outside the bus station and Edgware train station as emergency services attended the scene A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Officers responded to a collision involving a pedestrian and a bus at Edgware Bus Station at 12:31hrs on Thursday “London Ambulance Service attended the scene and took an 88-year-old woman to hospital A 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital after being ‘stabbed’ at a property in Edgware A teenage girl also suffered minor injuries in the incident which led to the arrest of a 39-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 5.11pm on Friday 7 March to reports of a stabbing on Guardian Avenue an incident response officer and a clinical team manager “We treated a teenager at the scene and took them to hospital as a priority.” A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were alerted at 5.13pm Friday (March 7) by London Ambulance Service to reports of a stabbing in Edgware “Officers attended the scene at a property on Guardian Avenue where a 14-year-old boy had suffered a knife injury to the head “He was taken to hospital for treatment His injuries are not said to be life-threatening “A 14-year-old girl also suffered minor injuries in the incident “A 39-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder “Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident Barnet Council has apologised to the family of an elderly man over the care he received at a Burnt Oak care home before his death Alan Stroud stayed at council-commissioned Appletree Court Care Home from March 2022 until his death a year later but his grandson has lodged several complaints over the quality of care he received during his 14-month stay They include the claim that the care home had initially ignored the family’s warning that Alan had suffered a stroke causing a delay in his transfer to hospital A council spokesperson has said the local authority had apologised to the family and taken “appropriate action” at the care home in Burnt Oak Broadway since the complaints Alan suffered his stroke in March 2023 losing vision in his left eye and feeling in his left hand a few days before Alan was taken to hospital his family told staff they thought he had suffered a stroke – but were ignored Liam said staff told the family the care home would give Alan Ibuprofen and a stress ball for his hand an ambulance was eventually called and the stroke was confirmed we thought we saw the signs but we had trust in them [Appletree],” Liam said we’re qualified professionals’.” Following Alan’s return from hospital it was agreed more support would be provided including a speech therapist and dietitian as well as supervision during mealtimes to ensure he did not choke while eating and the family grew concerned about bruising on Alan’s hand and arm which they put down to the staff handling him roughly Staff were also said to have spoken to Alan inappropriately when administering his care the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman investigated the case and acknowledged several of the complaints Liam made The watchdog found the care home “at fault” multiple times saying Appletree had caused Liam and his family “distress and uncertainty about whether there could have been a better outcome for Alan” The council recommended improvements be made and monitored the care home to ensure action was taken The watchdog’s report stated “on balance” it could not be determined what difference it would have made if Alan had received medical attention sooner for his stroke the watchdog believed the incident left the family with an “enduring sense of uncertainty” Appletree apologised for not supporting Alan “in the way the family wished” The ombudsman admitted it could not determine how the marks on Alan’s skin had been caused but the care home’s handling of one particular bruise on Alan’s hand was determined a “fault” as policy requires an accident record or be completed The care home also accepted a member of its staff “had spoken inappropriately” to Alan With Appletree being a council-commissioned care home the ombudsman told Barnet to apologise and offer a symbolic £300 payment to Liam and his family as the family did not believe the amount was sufficient Liam explained: “They [Appletree] don’t care looking at pictures of him [Alan] and everything but I always had that goal of I know why I’m doing this My grandad was my hero and he still is and everything I do is to make him proud.” A council spokesperson said: “We were sorry to hear about the passing of Mr Stroud and the family’s complaints about the care home. As the ombudsman’s report makes clear, Barnet Council followed up all the family’s complaints with the care home and took appropriate action “The ombudsman said that although they found fault with the actions of the care home their recommendations were made to the council who had commissioned the service The council has apologised to Mr Stroud’s family.” A spokesman for Appletree Court Care Home said: “The continued safety and comfort of those in our care is always our first priority so we deeply regret that there were some elements of the care received by Mr Stroud that fell short of our high standards “Appletree Court has fully taken on board the ombudsman’s report and worked with the council to implement the recommendations and make improvements we have conducted a thorough internal review of the care received by Mr Stroud during his time with us seeking to identify and remediate any additional learning points “We remain committed to providing the highest quality of care ensuring the wellbeing of everyone at Appletree Court.” For best viewing experience of this website Please enter a place name in the search bar Environment Agency Updated: 12:50 (UTC+1) on Tue 6 May 2025 it will turn increasingly cloudy from off the North Sea Some bright or sunny spells developing by evening Staying dry with some lengthy clear skies overnight Turning chilly with a touch of grass frost in places Largely dry with variable amounts of cloud and bright or sunny spells on Wednesday with variable amounts of cloud and bright or sunny spells throughout the period Dry across the vast majority of the UK with clear or sunny spells but also some patchy cloud Cloud will likely thicken across the far north and northwest during the weekend with some outbreaks of rain for a time There is also a small risk of some heavy showers in the far south or southwest high pressure will be dominant across the UK This will bring predominantly fine and dry weather for the majority of places Temperatures are likely to be slightly above normal for the time of year although there is a chance of some cold nights Fairly typical weather for the time of year is most likely through this period fine and dry weather is more likely to dominate although this will be interspersed with occasional spells of rain and showers with a risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in places temperatures will most likely be near to or slightly above average Landowners Portman Estate and Church Commissioners have teamed up with BID Marble Arch London Business Sign up for our email featuring expert insight and funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice One of central London’s least improved and traffic infested streets is to get a makeover to make it more friendly for pedestrians and local residents Business group Marble Arch London has teamed up with landlords Portman Estate and The Church Commissioners to draw up plans for upgrades along Edgware Road in the West End The Edgware Road placemaking strategy has been produced by architects DSDHA after consultation with locals runs north from Marble Arch is bounded by The Portman Estate to the east and The Church Commissioners’ Hyde Park Estate to the west but is notorious for heavy traffic The strategy includes “improving wayfinding and showcasing public art...the installation of more energy efficient lighting and electric vehicle charging as well as enhancing forecourts and shopfronts alongside creating meanwhile uses for underutilised areas The launch follows the recent completion of the Marylebone Flyover Rain Gardens created by Transport for London have been created using the ramped and stepped entrances of a disused subway system Marble Arch London BID,said:“Edgware Road is a thriving retail and commercial hub within Westminster financial services and vital local amenities to residents will help guide investment and ensure Edgware Road remains an active safe and resilient neighbourhood that celebrates and enhances the area’s sociable and multicultural character.” which help guide the Edgware Road’s future are a testament to the power of collaboration and strategic partnerships which have been pivotal in shaping this shared vision as a key landowner on the east side of Edgware Road We are dedicated to enhancing the public realm and ensuring that the Edgware Road remains a vibrant This strategy is a significant step towards a shared strategy for a sustainable and welcoming environment in one of London’s much loved cultural centres.” Senior Asset Manager at The Church Commissioners for England added: “Guided by the principles of long-term stewardship and driven by an extensive round of public engagement the strategy marks a step change for the historic area in and around Edgware Road Deputy mayor: 'Climate denier' Trump won't stop London's net zero goal Fire safety fears over plans for electric bus garage under block of flats Calls for 'isolated' village on edge of London to be given bus service What a lack of sleep does to your body and health “Alongside the Marble Arch BID and the Portman Estate we now look forward to putting these plans into action working collectively to bring forward public realm improvements and support for local businesses to ensure one of London’s oldest roads is a thriving Director at DSDHA said: “We are proud to have been asked to develop a placemaking strategy for Edgware Road it was vital that our strategy built upon the area’s multicultural character and existing qualities environmental and social sustainability as one of London’s great streets and places to be.” Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin David Beckham extends olive branch to son Brooklyn amid 'family feud' Pregnant Jesy Nelson reveals plans for future in message from her hospital bed after surgery Pregnant Jesy Nelson reveals plans for future in message from hospital Two eight-week-old kittens found abandoned in a pet carrier in Edgware are now being looked after by the RSPCA A member of the public found the kittens inside a dirty pet carrier in Silkstream Road on Thursday One of the kittens had escaped and was on the street The RSPCA has reported a rise in animal abandonments with 1,972 incidents in January this year compared to 1,471 in January 2024 are now in the care of the RSPCA Middlesex North West London and South Hertfordshire Branch said: “They’re doing really well They were a bit timid at first but they’re coming around to the idea of fuss now!” took the kittens home until space was available at a nearby animal centre Mike said: “My wife helped me bathe the little kittens and we offered them some kitten milk and some food and water they were a lot more active and I was hopeful that they’d recover “We are now appealing for anyone with information on how these kittens came to be abandoned to please contact us on our inspectorate appeal line on 0300 123 8018 “We understand that people’s circumstances may change and that many owners are feeling the pinch during the cost of living crisis but we’d urge them to never abandon their pets and instead reach out for help from friends and family There’s plenty of advice on our Cost of Living Hub for anyone who is struggling.” The RSPCA advises that if an animal is abandoned they should be taken to a local vet or rescue centre as soon as possible More information on handling and transporting animals can be found on their website To support the work of the RSPCA, visit: www.rspca.org.uk/give To help the branch care for kittens like Eclipse and Star, visit: https://www.rspca.org.uk/local/middlesex-north-west-and-south-hertfordshire-branch XFASTINDEX Ballymore acquired The Broadwalk Centre in 2020 and is working on the Edgware town centre scheme with Places for London There would be 25 tower blocks of up to 29 storeys across the 10.3 ha site and the bus garage would be put underground a new Deans Brook Nature Park would be created by unlocking five acres of land that has been inaccessible to the public for almost 100 years The new town square and centre will more than double the existing volume of commercial space There will also be new offices and workspaces tailored for small and medium sized businesses The development aims to generate zero emissions once in operation and includes the use of renewable energy sources, such as air heat pumps and will incorporate solar panels and green roofs The project team includes Mott Macdonald as engineer with Hoare Lea & Partners as building services consultant Ballymore managing director John Mulryan said: “Edgware is an incredible town with a rich history – and this site presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity We’re submitting this application 100 years on from the opening of Edgware station With this masterplan we are looking to help Edgware continue to thrive over the next 100 years – with new homes as well as places for friends and family to spend time together and make memories among new shops and we thank the huge numbers of people in the community who’ve met our design team and helped shape these plans.” Places for London chief executive Graeme Craig said:  “Following extensive engagement with the local community and close collaboration with our partner we are pleased that the planning application to deliver an enhanced and improved town centre for Edgware has now been submitted It looks to revitalise and support the local economy alongside new opportunities for the community to explore new green and open spaces while also delivering the homes that the capital urgently needs “Sustainability has been considered throughout the design process and is at the heart of the proposals From a new transport interchange to cycling and walking improvements these designs will help to encourage sustainable travel and make Edgware and London an even more fantastic place for people to live Many locals are not happy at the scale and intensity of the scheme  “This will be one of the highest density developments in the whole of the UK,” said the campaign group Save Our Edgware the first phase would be delivered by 2031 bus station and garage as well as a library and community centre The whole development has an anticipated completion date of 2036 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Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk 5 hours Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is undertaking early market engagement for infrastructure works. 22 hours Following a recent expansion into North America, Murphy Group has now entered Australia. 5 hours Innovative tracked carrier manufacturer among 2025 King’s Award for Enterprise recipients 5 hours Modular construction business Integra Buildings has received royal recognition for its approach to sustainability. 6 hours MTX Contracts has been selected as the preferred bidder to build a diagnostic centre in Pitsea, Essex. 6 hours House-builder Springfield Properties has promoted Darren Thomson to construction director for its north of Scotland operations. © 2025 The Construction Index [Company No ' + response[i].created_nice + ' ' + response[i].description + ' A landlord has been ordered to pay £37,000 in fines and costs after Barnet Council inspectors found 18 tenants, including children and infants, living in overcrowded conditions in a house in Edgware was originally a three-bedroom linked terraced house but had been converted into eight bedsits and was being operated without a licence Following complaints from neighbours about noise and another room measuring only 7.8 square metres occupied by two tenants The building failed to meet safety standards and lacked a safe means of escape in case of fire Officers also reported that the rear garden was filled with building waste and there was a kitchen in a separate structure in the garden Disrepair was evident throughout the property Landlord Charles Egbiremolen was found guilty at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Monday and failure to supply statutory information to the council the District Judge said Mr Egbiremolen was “not a person who responds positively to laws and regulations.” In sentencing him on 5 February 2025 the judge described him as a “classic rogue landlord.” A council spokesperson said: “The safety of our residents is paramount and we will not tolerate landlords who flout the rules in Barnet It is the responsibility of every landlord to make sure that their properties comply with the law and their tenants are safe Landlords who fail to licence or manage their HMOs or let properties in a state of disrepair risk prosecution or penalty notices of up to £30,000 per offence.” The council has an HMO licensing scheme requiring most HMOs in the borough to be licensed and meet safety standards Tenants concerned about unlicensed HMOs or disrepair can report it at www.barnet.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/private-tenants Landlords can apply for a licence at www.barnet.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/houses-multiple-occupation A man was rushed to hospital after rush hour stabbing while three people have been arrested News | Crime Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories Three people have been arrested after a man was stabbed at Edgware Road Tube station on Tuesday evening’s rush hour The station was closed off for several hours as police responded to the knifing at roughly 5pm with a man taken to hospital by paramedics suffering from knife wounds is not thought to have sustained life-changing or life-threatening injuries were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent Tributes paid to 'warm and kind' pensioner killed in triple stabbing in Walworth Man jailed for just 42 months for stabbing staff member at Charing Cross station Police appeal after sexual assault at busy London Tube station British Transport Police Detective Chief Inspector Steve May said: “Enquiries into this incident are ongoing and passengers will see an increased police presence in the area as a result.” DCI May urged witnesses to get in contact with police A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We took a man to a London Major trauma centre incident response officer and air ambulance attended." While the station, which serves the Bakerloo Line Any witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 London Fire Brigade (LFB) has raised concerns over plans for an electric bus garage in Edgware town centre amid an ongoing dispute over the design’s safety The plans by joint developers Ballymore and Transport for London (TfL) include a range of high-rise tower blocks comprising 3,365 new homes in total some of which would sit on top of an underground garage built for an electric vehicle (EV) fleet of up to 190 buses In a letter to Barnet Council sent in October LFB gave additional insight on the redevelopment The brigade wrote the potential for so many EV buses posed risks “not fully understood by the industry at this point in time” and general expectations of guidance could be “inadequate” in protecting the structural elements of the garage and the blocks of flats above it in the case of an EV bus fire LFB also stated the number of firefighter lifts proposed in the design should be “reviewed” Noting the proposal included one such lift LFB highlighted there should be “sufficient numbers” provided so if one went out of service there was “at least one” still available Amid the warnings from LFB the ‘Save Our Edgware’ campaign group which has opposed the plans for a number of years has called for the application to be “withdrawn” said it was time the developer acknowledged the “significant concerns raised” He said: “Their proposal not only jeopardises public safety but also disregards the overwhelming opposition from the community They should withdraw the current application to avoid further unnecessary strain on the council’s resources and public funds.” An LFB spokesperson said: “The structural integrity of the residential blocks above the garage are intrinsically dependent on the structural integrity of the garage below Any decision on this application must take into account the impact a fire involving electric vehicles might have on the stability of the buildings “It is acknowledged that more research is required to better understand the specific nature of fires involving large electric vehicles and their impact on structures such as this “While further detailed plans are expected to be submitted over time we have highlighted safety issues in our response and we strongly recommend that a development of this scale should be supported by a comprehensive A council spokesperson said that following LFB’s response the council’s “detailed assessment” of the issues would continue They said: “Issues of fire safety are of paramount importance, and we take them very seriously We remain in dialogue with LFB on this outline planning application “We are continuing to carry out a detailed assessment of the issues raised by LFB in their comments dated 1st October with both LFB and the applicant “Both LFB and the council will need to be satisfied that all issues concerning the fire safety strategy for the current application can be addressed.” A Ballymore spokesperson reiterated that “ongoing dialogue” with LFB was taking place and “further information” on the bus garage and wider scheme “will be developed as part of the planning process in the coming years” They highlighted the benefit of electric buses and said: “As set out in the planning application the detailed design of the bus garage will be progressed with electric buses in mind and planning conditions related to the occupation of the garage by electric buses were also proposed in the same documents “As we have stated previously, the bus garage at Edgware will not be operational until 2030 at the earliest and we remain clear that no electric vehicles will be permitted until LFB the Health and Safety Executive and building control have approved the design.” Your guide to London's culture and transport news and events taking place across the city Published on 6th August 2024 by ianVisits in Architecture Following several years of public consultation plans to redevelop Edgware’s tired old shopping centre and neighbouring bus station have been submitted to Barnet Council Ballymore bought the 1990s shopping centre in 2020, and in 2022, they signed an agreement with Transport for London (TfL) to combine their neighbouring assets into a single including 1,150 affordable homes and 463 student accommodation spaces The rebuilt shopping centre could double the existing commercial including a larger supermarket to replace the current one Space will also be provided for new health facilities such as GP surgeries nearly five acres of land that was inaccessible to the public for almost 100 years when it was taken over by the railways would also be opened to the public as the new Deans Brook Nature Park one of the more contentious aspects of the development was the plan to move the bus garage to an underground site underneath the shopping centre The original plan was for this to be an entirely electric bus fleet but following concerns about battery fires the developer says that it will be a conventional bus garage which can be converted later once fire concerns are addressed Edgware is a fairly new town that was still largely fields until the 1940s The shopping centre itself was only built 30 years ago on former railway sidings there’s a lot of local opposition to the plans mainly arguing against them as an overdevelopment of the area the first phase will be delivered by 2031 which includes: the new nature park bus station and garage as well as the library and community centre The planning application is here This website has been running now for over a decade, and while advertising revenue contributes to funding the website, it doesn't cover the costs. That is why I have set up a facility with DonorBox where you can contribute to the costs of the website and time invested in writing and research for the news articles It's very similar to the way The Guardian and many smaller websites are now seeking to generate an income in the face of rising costs and declining advertising Whether it's a one-off donation or a regular giver every additional support goes a long way to covering the running costs of this website and keeping you regularly topped up doses of Londony news and facts If you like what you read on here, then please support the website here Edgware isn’t a new town in any sense but rather one of many suburbs that emerged around London in the late 19th century and early 20th Locals object to Barnet reframing what is essentially a market town in feel into something it isn’t Towers up to 29 floors is neither necessary nor wanted If this planning goes ahead Edgware will be finished we don’t need tower blocks 29 floors high leave Edgware as it is Who is going to protect all the “heritage car parks” but where is all the parking going to be (will it remain free?) and the many local consultations that have taken place over the past few years Given it’s on top of a bus and Tube station why would anything more than minimal parking be necessary Parking is being massively reduced because the car park is under-used Indeed it’s the car park land they want to build 25 towers on and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" and the latest news published on ianVisits You can unsubscribe at any time from my weekly emails © ianVisits Welcome to building.co.uk. 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Read our policy A festival focused on the future of digital construction By 2024-07-16T07:11:00+01:00 Ballymore and Places for London table 3,365-home proposals on shopping centre site Developer Ballymore and Transport for London’s development company Places for London have submitted plans for a £1.7bn redevelopment of Edgware town centre The Howells-designed scheme would redevelop the Broadwalk Shopping Centre in the centre of the north London suburb with 3,365 homes and 460,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space CGI of Howells’ designs for the £1.7bn redevelopment in Edgware Outline plans submitted to the local council would provide 1,150 affordable homes 463 student accommodation spaces and nearly 12 acres of open space including a new ‘nature park’ They would more than double the amount of retail and leisure space on the existing site and reintroduce a cinema 20 years after the closure of the town’s Ritz cinema The scheme also includes a 769-place multi-storey car park with ground floor space for a library and a transport interchange with an electric vehicle enabled bus garage The new 4.7 acre Deans Brook Nature Park would open up access to green space that has been closed off to the public for more than 100 years with current scrubland becoming a nature trail with wild planting and walking routes under plans designed by landscape architect Gustafson Porter & Bowman Ballymore group managing director John Mulryan said the application aims to help Edware thrive “over the next 100 years” Places for London chief executive Graeme Craig added the scheme would revitalise the local economy and supply the homes that the “capital urgently needs” >>See also: A guide to the key players shaping the Labour government’s policy >>See also: Berkeley forced to redesign another high-rise residential scheme the two developers are targeting a 2031 completion date for the first phase The wider scheme is scheduled to finish by 2036 The development aims to generate zero carbon emissions in operation and would include renewable energy sources such as heat pumps and solar panels along with green roofs and community growing gardens Sign off marks culmination of 10-year planning battle over scheme’s affordable housing Colin Jones and Stewart Morrison explain what the new legislation means for the construction industry With a rise in social housing construction housing associations encounter unique challenges in securing reliable and affordable warranty insurance understanding these complexities and leveraging specialist advice becomes crucial for housing associations to navigate the evolving insurance landscape effectively and ensure .. 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