Asian Standard London

24/10/2025

A Feltham mum says her disabled daughter’s life is at risk because their home is unsafe and unsuitable for her care needs.

The council says it’s working to improve access for disabled residents, but the family fears time is running out.

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24/10/2025

The former Stratford East Picturehouse is getting a new lease of life, as a children’s indoor activity park.

The project is expected to create up to 70 local jobs, pay 15% above the national living wage, and attract around 300,000 visitors a year.

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24/10/2025

When Praveen was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer, she worried how her family might react.

A year on, she’s celebrating being all clear, stronger, calmer, and determined to raise awareness among South Asian women.

“By sharing my story, I hope others realise that early detection saves lives, and that no one has to go through this alone.” 💪🏽🎗️

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19/10/2025

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of Chaii and Charcha, powered by Chaiiwala!

This time, we’re joined by none other than Musharaf Asghar — lovingly known as Mushy from the hit series Educating Yorkshire.

Mushy spills the chai on life before and after the show, from his journey with fame and trolls, to his honest thoughts on marriage, success, and even the cultural myths around black magic.

Grab your cup of chai and join the conversation — Watch it now! ☕💬

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of Chaii and Charcha, powered by Chaiiwala!This time, we’re joined by none other than Musharaf Asghar — lovingly known as Mushy from...

15/10/2025

Hundreds of residents have backed a BBQ restaurant in South Woodford after Home Office agents uncovered alleged illegal workers.

More than 400 letters in support of the business were submitted to the council.

One letter goes on to say “The hospitality trade has had a difficult time espec¡ally with the effects of Brexit and loss of staff from EU countries, the [2020/21 Covid-19] pandemic with its closures and other restrictions, high energy costs together with the rise in minimum wage and National lnsurance costs.”

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15/10/2025

Campaigners, developers and Tower Hamlets Council all made their cases at the opening day of the Brick Lane planning inquiry on 14 October.

The inquiry will determine applications to redevelop three sites on and around Brick Lane.

The Save Brick Lane Campaign opposes the plans, saying they "fail to reflect local wants and needs" and dont provide enough housing.

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12/10/2025

Incredible scenes at Trafalgar Square as London comes alive with the sounds of music, lights and laughter, marking the joyous occasion of Diwali.

Diwali on Trafalgar Square

11/10/2025

🎙We’re thrilled to launch Chaii and Charcha, a brand-new podcast powered by Chaiiwala, where meaningful conversations brew over a cup of chai.

In our first episode, our award-winning Editor Fatima Patel speaks with Hamza Ali Abbasi, celebrated actor and director, as he opens up about life, faith, fame, and the stories that shaped him.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode tomorrow from 6pm on YouTube and Spotify.

10/10/2025

Sir Sadiq Khan has continued to face calls to publicly oppose the construction of a Chinese ‘mega embassy’ in London and lobby the Housing Secretary to reject the application – but the Mayor is standing firm in not getting involved.

Assembly Member Unmesh Desai has spoke up about the situation and said “My concerns are purely on the planning front. China is an important player on the world stage and we should be doing business with them. But this is the wrong embassy in the wrong place – we’ve got to address the issue and we need assurances around any concerns.”

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10/10/2025

The grant given to councils in east London will help improve support for families living in temporary accommodation and provide better treatment and recovery services for people sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness, the government says.

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10/10/2025

Palestine solidarity campaigners called on Newham Council to ensure it is not “complicit in genocide” during a debate that happened yesterday (9 October).

Councillors debated calls to ensure that the council’s pension fund does not invest in companies that supply Israel with arms or violate international law.

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10/10/2025

Ministers have been urged to suspend new immigration laws after it emerged that up to 300 Transport for London (TfL) staff could be at risk of removal.

Elly Baker AM at the RMT protest for workers at risk of removal has said: “They’ve spent thousands of pounds to be here, worked hard to gain qualifications, invested everything and now they’re being told they have no place here and to just look at a website for advice as their dreams of a future with TfL are shattered."

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