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72 stories from and about Hendon, mostly local news, council & politics, property & planning. The most recent ran on 27 October 2026. Page 1 of 4.
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Local News · HendonHendon mother joins campaign for women without maternal support
A new campaign is highlighting the experiences of women mothering without their own mothers. Anna Bernard from Hendon shared her story of maternal absence, a reality felt daily by over half of women surveyed.
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Transport & TfL · HendonMayor Sadiq Khan blocks West London Orbital extension beyond Hounslow
Mayor Sadiq Khan has ruled out any extension of the West London Orbital past Hounslow, citing capacity constraints on the Windsor‑Reading line. TfL says the core route will still serve key stops such as Brent Cross and Old Oak Common Lane and will support 25,000 homes.
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Council & Politics · HendonHendon MP welcomes departure of Grenfell-linked housing boss
Hendon MP David Pinto-Duschinsky has welcomed the departure of Laura Johnson from The Barnet Group. Johnson, who was director of housing at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea during the Grenfell Tower fire, had faced criticism from the public inquiry.
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Local News · HendonHendon Father Thanks Medics After Coach Incident
Victor Arotsky, from Hendon, has thanked paramedics and police officers who saved his life after he was crushed by a coach near the Houses of Parliament last June. He sustained life-changing injuries, including losing sight in one eye and hearing in one ear, but has since returned to work and is running regularly.
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Local News · HendonHendon hosts free sustainability games for climate action week
Creative Sensemaking CIC will host free interactive sustainability games at Middlesex University's Hendon campus on Tuesday 13th October 2026. The event, supported by a grant from the North London Waste Authority, aims to educate residents on reducing waste and environmental impact.
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Transport & TfL · HendonTfL West London Orbital plans face calls for Twickenham extension
Transport for London is consulting on plans for the West London Orbital, a proposed new Overground service. Richmond Council has urged TfL to extend the route to Twickenham, but the transport body stated it would require major works and cause service reductions.
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Local News · HendonHendon man recovers after Lime bike crash left him in coma
Victor Arotsky, from Hendon, has recovered and returned to work after a Lime bike incident left him in a coma with life-changing injuries. He was reunited with the paramedics who saved his life.
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Local News · HendonHendon Jogger Victor Arotsky Partially Blinded After Lime Bike Crash
Victor Arotsky, 53, from Hendon, was critically injured and suffered cardiac arrest after a Lime bike struck him, pushing him under a coach. He spent weeks in a coma and now faces significant visual and hearing impairments.
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Local News · HendonHBO series Youth filmed at Middlesex University Hendon campus
Scenes for HBO Max's new series Youth, starring Sharon Horgan and Aran Murphy, were filmed at Middlesex University's Hendon campus. The university's partnership with FilmFixer aims to bring more productions to the borough, offering students valuable industry experience.
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Local News · HendonHendon event to focus on lived experience in mental health support
An event focusing on the importance of lived experience in mental health support will be held in Hendon on Tuesday, 6th October. Meridian Wellbeing is organising the gathering ahead of World Mental Health Day.
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Local News · HendonNorth London Grammar School sees GCSE grades rise for eighth year
North London Grammar School in Hendon has achieved its eighth consecutive year of academic improvement in GCSE results. In 2026, 53% of grades awarded were 7-9, up from 51% in 2025. The school also reported a 100% pass rate in Maths and English at Grade 4+.
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Council & Politics · HendonHendon action targets fly-tipping and Blue Badge fraud
A joint operation by Barnet Council and the Metropolitan Police in Hendon has led to the seizure of two Blue Badges and the investigation of ten fly-tips. The day of action also resulted in 18 penalty charge notices and one arrest.
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Council & Politics · HendonHendon residents lose fight as council renews parklet licence
On 15 September Barnet Council approved the renewal of a parklet licence at 134 Brent Street, Hendon, to run until January 2027. Over 500 residents had signed a petition for its removal, but the council said dismantling would cost up to £5,000 and noted no recorded antisocial incidents.
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Council & Politics · HendonHendon parklet licence to be renewed despite opposition
Barnet Council has decided to allow the renewal of a licence for a parklet outside Pita Street restaurant in Hendon. The decision comes despite a petition with over 500 signatures opposing the structure, with concerns raised about parking and antisocial behaviour.
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Crime & Safety · HendonTwo arrested, £500k seized in Hendon and Borehamwood raids
Two men were arrested and £500,000 was seized following coordinated raids in Borehamwood and Hendon on September 8, 2026. The operation targeted suspected illegal working, labour exploitation, and money laundering, with officers finding cash, cocaine, and psilocybin mushrooms.
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Council & Politics · HendonHendon shop owner fined for selling knife to teenager
Barnet Council prosecuted Akif Durmaz, owner of Hendon International Food, for selling a knife set to a teenager. He pleaded guilty and was fined £3,080 with £1,500 costs. The prosecution followed an undercover test purchase operation.
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Transport & TfL · HendonHendon Superloop bus route SL13 launch planned for next year
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that the SL13 Superloop bus route, connecting Hendon and Ealing Broadway, is scheduled to launch next year. This forms part of the wider expansion of London's express bus network.
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Council & Politics · HendonWest Hendon Playing Fields upgrades include new courts
New tennis and basketball courts, along with an expanded children's play area, have been installed at West Hendon Playing Fields as part of Barnet Council's initial park upgrade phase. Future plans include an all-weather pitch and café.
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Culture & Arts · HendonRAF Museum in Hendon hosts BFBS Pro League grand final on 27 September
The Royal Air Force Museum in Hendon will host the BFBS Pro League grand final on 27 September 2026. While the final is private, the public can attend free esports experiences, simulators, STEM activities, and live music from 10am. Advance booking for museum entry is recommended.
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Hendon student wins £2,000 for online safety tool
Alina Shiraz, a first-year film student at Middlesex University in Hendon, has won a £2,000 prize for her online safety simulation tool, SafeStory. The project aims to help pupils learn to keep themselves safe. The competition was supported by Barnet Council and Brent Cross Shopping Centre.
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Also affecting Hendon
Borough-wide and national stories that name Hendon or bear directly on it.
Property & Planning · BarnetWhy London’s leak detection specialists are busier than ever this autumn
Demand for leak detection in London is up 35% on last year. What is driving it, what a visit costs, who pays, and what Barnet homeowners and tenants should do first.
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Property & Planning · Brent CrossBrent Cross Shopping Centre marks 50 years with new facade
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The mall, built on the former Hendon Greyhound Stadium site, is being updated with a modern facade due for completion in early 2027. A memory wall will feature public photographs.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet Council Objects to Khan's Green Belt Housing Plans
Barnet Council has formally expressed significant concerns regarding London Mayor Sadiq Khan's proposed London Plan, particularly its reliance on releasing Green Belt land for housing. The borough faces a target of building nearly 33,000 homes, with 7,000 earmarked for protected green spaces.
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Labour forecast to win up to 60 London seats, poll shows strong swing in Barnet
A poll commissioned by PR firm PLMR and carried out by Find Out Now surveyed 6,699 people in late September. It projects Labour winning 59 or 60 of London’s 75 seats, a rise that could reshape representation in Barnet’s constituencies.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware synagogue appoints Rabbi Debbie Young‑Somers as Senior Rabbi
Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue will be led by Rabbi Debbie Young‑Somers from May 2027, succeeding Rabbi Mark Goldsmith. Chair Joanna Sigalov praised her deep respect across generations, while the community prepares for a leadership transition at the Stonegrove site.
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Property & Planning · BarnetBarnet HMO plans to increase residents from six to 11
A planning application has been submitted to Barnet Council to increase the number of residents at a house in multiple occupation on Albert Road from six to 11. The proposals include a rear extension and roof alterations.
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Transport & TfL · BarnetWest Hampstead exclusion from Orbital plans prompts resident plea
Transport for London is consulting on the West London Orbital project, which aims to improve connections across west London. However, West Hampstead and Camden have been excluded from current plans, prompting calls for their inclusion. TfL has stated future consideration is possible.
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Property & Planning · BarnetPlans submitted for 7-bedroom house in multiple occupation on Brent Street
Barnet Council is considering plans to convert a residential property at 6 Brent Mansions into a seven-bedroom house in multiple occupation. The proposal includes adding an additional storey to the building. Numerous other planning applications for extensions and property modifications have also been submitted across the borough.
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Transport & TfL · BarnetNew rail link consultation launched for Hendon and Brent Cross
Plans for a new railway, the West London Orbital (WLO), connecting Hendon and Brent Cross West to West London are now open for public consultation. Barnet Labour is encouraging residents to respond to the eight-week consultation, which closes on 18 November, before the line's expected opening in 2035.
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WorldHendon set to switch to Conservatives in new poll, More in Common shows
A new multi‑level regression survey released on 29 July 2026 says the Hendon constituency could be won by the Conservatives, overturning the current Labour hold. Labour is still projected to retain most London seats, while Reform UK is limited to Romford.
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Transport & TfL · Brent CrossWest London Orbital railway consultation opens
A public consultation has opened for the proposed West London Orbital railway, which aims to bring underused freight lines into passenger service. The scheme could significantly cut journey times and unlock new housing and jobs across west London.
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Local News · Golders GreenTories to regain Finchley and Golders Green seat, poll suggests
A new YouGov MRP poll projects that the Conservative Party will win back the Finchley and Golders Green constituency. The survey suggests Labour will lose eight seats in London overall, while the Green Party is not expected to secure any MPs in the capital.
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Culture & Arts · FinchleyFree Light + Flight Festival comes to Finchley and RAF Museum
The Light + Flight Festival will offer free public events, installations, and performances across north London. Barnet Council's festival will take place on the weekends of 14 to 15 November and 21 to 22 November 2026, with events at Finchley Lakeside and the RAF Museum.
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Transport & TfL · Brent CrossBrent Cross Flyover works begin September 30
Essential renewal works on the A41 Brent Cross Flyover are set to begin on the night of September 30. The two-year scheme, funded by the Department for Transport, aims to strengthen the structure and remove its current weight restriction.
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Local News · Brent CrossTesco roadshow comes to Brent Cross superstore
Tesco is hosting its 'Best Night In' roadshow at its Brent Cross superstore on Saturday, September 12th. The event in the store's car park will offer shoppers the chance to sample snacks and drinks and participate in an interactive game.
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Tories could win 8 London seats from Labour, poll finds
A recent poll indicates the Conservative Party could gain eight parliamentary seats from Labour in London. The Savanta survey for The Mile End Institute, Queen Mary University of London, shows Labour's support at 32%, with Reform UK and Conservatives both at 18%.
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WorldMan Charged with Murder After Woman Stabbed in Shepherd's Bush
Samantha Turner, 52, died after being stabbed in an upstairs flat on Askew Road, Shepherd's Bush on August 18. A 48-year-old man, Alan Dore, has been charged with her murder and the attempted murder of another woman.
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Council & Politics · High BarnetHigh Barnet air pollution halves since 2013 as ULEZ and EV points expand
Barnet Council’s latest air-quality readings show nitrogen dioxide on High Street has dropped by half since 2013. The 2023 ULEZ expansion and a network of 2,045 electric-vehicle charge points are credited. A Sunday play street launched on Calvert Road in April 2025.
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Council & Politics · FinchleyBarnet Council extends Finchley charity contract for £586,000
Barnet Council has extended its contract with Barnet Mencap, a Finchley-based charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autism. The £586,000 deal runs from September 2026 to August 2028 and aims to reduce demand for adult social care services.
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Local News · FinchleySt Mary-at-Finchley opens doors for free Heritage Open Days events
St Mary-at-Finchley, the oldest building in the area, will host free Heritage Open Days events from 11 to 20 September 2026. Activities include a community gardening session, a five-mile heritage walk, and a concert by organist Macie Sutherland.
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