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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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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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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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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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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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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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