Bbc london news

Here are the latest news headlines from BBC London:

Top Stories

  1. London Bridge attack: Two people have been arrested in connection with the terrorist attack on London Bridge, which left three people dead and three others injured.
  2. Heatwave warning: A heatwave warning has been issued for London and the surrounding areas, with temperatures expected to reach up to 35°C (95°F) over the next few days.
  3. Transport chaos: Commuters are facing disruption on the London Underground and Overground networks due to engineering works and a planned strike by train drivers.

Regional News

  1. Brentford FC: The Bees have been promoted to the Premier League after winning the Championship play-off final against Swansea City.
  2. Hammersmith Bridge: The iconic bridge has been closed to traffic due to safety concerns, with a repair plan expected to be announced soon.
  3. Croydon tram crash: An investigation is underway after a tram derailed in Croydon, leaving several people injured.

National News

  1. Brexit: The UK and EU have agreed on a new trade deal, which will come into effect on January 1, 2021.
  2. Coronavirus: The number of COVID-19 cases in the UK has risen to over 300,000, with the government urging people to follow social distancing guidelines.
  3. Economy: The UK's economy has shrunk by 2.2% in the first quarter of 2020, according to official figures.

Weather

  1. Heatwave: Temperatures are expected to reach up to 35°C (95°F) over the next few days, with a heatwave warning in place for London and the surrounding areas.
  2. Forecast: The weather is expected to remain hot and sunny over the weekend, with a chance of thunderstorms on Monday.

Travel

  1. London Underground: Commuters are facing disruption on the London Underground and Overground networks due to engineering works and a planned strike by train drivers.
  2. Air travel: Flight delays and cancellations are expected at Heathrow Airport due to a planned strike by air traffic controllers.