Jonathan Simpson

EXCLUSIVE: Tory councillor abused store staff and threatens to shut the shop over parcel dispute - Better Retailing A Conservative councillor has been urged to step down, after threatening to shut down a retailer’s shop and physically abusing staff

Deputy Leader of Camden Tories Shiva Tiwari’s abusive behaviour towards shop staff — in a business in his own ward — is appalling & wholly unacceptable.

This falls far below the standards expected of any Camden Cllr.

Shiva must resign & the whip must immediately be removed.

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I’m definitely on the mend thanks. Having physio and grateful for every day.

Thanks to the @newjournal.bsky.social for their good wishes. They are right to praise @uclh.bsky.social for their exceptional care and work

⚖️ A budget that works for everyone!
🏡 More affordable homes
👶 Better support for young people
💰 Investment in public services
📢 Backing local businesses & communities
Labour is delivering real change in Camden. #LabourDelivers #CamdenBudget2025

Awesome weather for a lil' @camdenlabour.bsky.social doorknock session in #KingsCross ☀️😎

Thanks to residents of Queen Alexandra Mansions for speaking with us. Get in touch if me, Lotis and @camdenjonathan.bsky.social can help 🌹

Seen in Soho. Pubs doing dynamic pricing and charging at peak hours. Hopefully not a trend that catches on elsewhere.

a man wearing sunglasses and a hat is standing next to another man ALT: a man wearing sunglasses and a hat is standing next to another man

nevertheless by @petshopboys.co.uk

Christmas Day has no rules. Other than Bailey’s

Whatever people want really. Do people really get annoyed on stuff like this?

Watching @netflix.com Black Doves. Pretty convinced that this scene was shot on Bidborough Street next to the back of the Camden Centre. Did anyone see them filming?

How about read it?

Burn!

But he stole bread Sam!

Love the modern Christmas tree in Granary Square. Looking very festive in N1C

Have you been? It’s incredible

Abba Voyage gives £1.4bn economic boost - and may stay in London 'forever' Executive producer Michael Bolingbroke said the Swedish pop group ‘chose the UK when they could have gone anywhere else’

ABBA Voyage is proving to be more than just a show—it's an economic powerhouse, bringing millions to Stratford and boosting jobs. A shining example of how our support for culture and creativity drives growth across London.

I was howling with laughter

@deborahmeaden.bsky.social watching Murder in Successville. Absolutely incredible performance from you and Tom. If I could throw flowers I would! ❤️

THE classic!

Planning reforms will end development chaos, says Angela Rayner Officials will be able to rubberstamp development plans without local authority permission under the changes.

Quick thread on the biggest planning reform the Government has announced so far. Removing councillor vetoes from projects that already comply with the local plan is a big step towards a more rules-based and certain system, and so higher supply and cheaper housing. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Black and pink graphic design with images of fireworks in the background. Bold text in the centre reads: “London’s NYE Celebrations, tickets for the fireworks are now sold out, do not fall for scams.”

Beware of ticket scams this NYE.

Tickets for London’s NYE Firework display are sold out—be cautious of anyone claiming to sell tickets outside official Ticketmaster resales.

Ticket holders must show ID to enter the event.

No coffee but a sugar high?!

The situation: My hardworking stepson has been offered an interview for Law at Oxford. He is the only applicant at his large comprehensive to apply & achieve this. The school cannot help him prepare 😭 Can anyone here offer to help/ chat to him? Msg below & I will follow for DM 🙏🏾🤞🏾

Not for Sale: Save The Observer Journalists at the Guardian & Observer are taking strike action in opposition to the hurried sale of the title.

You can read about why Observer and Guardian journalists are striking here:

www.nuj.org.uk/resource/not...

TAP London At TAP London we use innovative technology to connect generous Londoners with homeless charities and services that need their support. Mayor of London supported, we fundraise for the members of the Lo...

It’s a heartbreaking truth that rough sleeping in London is on the rise.

This winter, I’m asking Londoners to donate what they can to support our mission to end rough sleeping by 2030. Your support this year will be more vital than ever.

👉🏾 Donate online today www.taplondon.org

Went to see Dr Strangelove at the Noel Coward Theatre tonight. Great cast and production. A little faithful to the 1964 Kubrick film but still great viewing.

On a Thursday? You’re peaking too early

Today #Labour announced the biggest reforms to employment support for a generation, ie since the last time we had a Labour government.
Labour’s red forms will help the millions of people who have been left unemployed or inactive.

This is what Labour is doing. 👇

Christmas gift ideas for those who want to support refugees, a list (please do add and circulate)
- The Other Side of Hope literary magazine, written by migrants. You can subscribe or contribute to their fundraiser.
othersideofhope.com/index.html
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Great news. In Camden we’ve started training all hospitality venues so that staff can spot spiking.