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Lessons to be learned after Ickenham station tragedy
A TRIO of safety recommendations are made by the Rail Accident Inspection Branch in its report into a fatal accident at Ickenham station in March 2025.
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Three Hillingdon winners announced in business awards
THREE Hillingdon winners were recognised at the 13th edition of the West London Business Awards.
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How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people
Businesses are striving to make things accessible, and whilst I've had to learn to ask, I have also found that so many are willing to change and learn with us.
Hillingdon care home named in London's top 20
A CARE home in Hillingdon has been recognised as one of the best in London, following feedback from residents and their families.
County's gardeners urged to support the Year of the Moth
NATURE lovers are being asked to support the 2,500 species of moths in the UK with publication of a new Wild About Gardens Magical Moths guide.
Over one in nine Gen-Zers dream of own home but think lottery win more likely
Over one in nine Gen-Zers dream of their own home but think they have better chance of winning the lottery
Is the Easter Egg Hunt’s magic fading? Study reveals hiders trapped in habits.
For generations, the Easter egg hunt has been a cherished family ritual. However, new research suggests that for many, the magic is starting to fade as predictable hiding habits lead to hunts that are over in minutes.
Hillingdon's busy roads 'ideal for sending a message'
HILLINGDON is second only to its neighbour Hounslow for having the country’s busiest roads.
Hillingdon counter-fraud team honoured for its vigilance
HILLINGDON’S counter fraud team is celebrating success in the Public Sector Counter Fraud Awards for 2026.
Two thirds of Gen Z Brits unable to focus at work without headphones
Britain is officially a ‘plugged in’ nation when it comes to work – with over a third (35%) of Brits saying they can’t work without headphones or earbuds.
One in five Brits won't wash bed linen for two months, new study shows
Brits might like a queue, and may be partial to a cuppa, but one thing they’re not so keen on is washing their bed sheets
Favourite Childhood Book Revealed – and It's Not Harry Potter
It turns out those midnight feasts and secret passages did more than just pass the time; they built the foundations of a nation.
Extreme zipline challenge tests limits of foldable phone strength
This isn’t a drop test. It’s a man suspended mid-air, crossing a lake - hanging from a foldable smartphone.
Half the nation admits to reading other people’s texts on public transport
Britain is officially a nation of screen peepers, with almost half saying that they actively enjoy peering over their neighbour's shoulders whilst commuting, witnessing break ups, group chat plans, and flirty conversations.
Small Businesses Spring into 2026 with Confidence After Strong Sales Growth in 2025
Small Business Britain has welcomed new data showing strong sales growth among the UK’s small firms in 2025, as the business group looks ahead to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement with cautious optimism and calls for continued stability to support...
Women in Wartime: special event at Uxbridge RAF bunker
THE wartime contributions of women will be celebrated as part of Hillingdon Council's one-day programme of talks, tours and live performances.
BA owner’s profits rise by 20% despite drop in passenger numbers last year
IAG reports record operating profits on margins of more than 15% at British Airways and sister airline IberiaBritish Airways’ owner, International Airlines Group, has announced a sharp rise in annual profits to almost £4bn despite a slight fall in passenger numbers in 2025.Pre-tax profits across ...
Hillingdon's council tax rise confirmed at 4.99%
HILLINGDON’S council tax will rise by 4.99% from April, with 2% of that assigned for social care costs.
Dirty kitchen costs Harlington takeaway owners £24K in court costs
A HUSBAND and wife operating an Indian and Pakistani takeaway business in Harlington have been ordered to pay £24,122 after a Hillingdon Council investigation.