Grant Williams

Local Democracy Reporter at Reach PLC

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The Rookery: 'Gutted' Stanmore mansion to be restored

6 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Grant Williams

Image source, Harrow CouncilImage caption, Planning permission has been given to restore the 17th Century Grade II listed Rookery mansionLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceA 17th Century Grade II listed building in north-west London is set to be restored to its former glory after works carried out by the owner left it "literally gutted". Harrow Council's planning committee has approved plans for the complete restoration of The Rookery, a Georgian mansion house and stables in Stanmore.
The Colenso controversy

1 week ago | creation.com | Grant Williams |Don Batten

This article is from Creation 46(2):49–51, April 2024 Lessons from the 19th centuryMany prominent, professing men of God have veered away from a straightforward understanding of the Scriptures. Many are motivated by alleged intellectual and social ‘relevance’. One notable instance was John William Colenso (1814–1883), a Cornish missionary who was appointed as the first Anglican Bishop of Natal in South Africa.
North London mum “distressed and frustrated” at blue badge refusal

1 week ago | asianstandard.co.uk | Grant Williams

A North London mum was left “distressed and frustrated” after the council refused her blue badge application she made to help her take her seriously ill son to his regular hospital appointments. A specialist nurse had co-signed a letter outlining the boy’s risk of infection and need for urgent transportation to hospital but the local authority claimed this was “not clinical evidence”.
Housing regulator finds 'serious failings' in Brent Council

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Grant Williams

Brent Council owns around 8,800 homes across London, most of which are under its direct management, alongside an additional 4,000 leasehold homes in blocks, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS). The law requires councils to have up to date evidence of the condition of the homes under its management, as well as for necessary works to be carried out "within appropriate timescales".
I told Brent Council I was pregnant, scared and abused - they left me in a B&B so bad I ended up in hospital

1 week ago | londonworld.com | Grant Williams

A mum from North London claims she was hospitalised twice due to “damp, mould, and a lack of ventilation” at a B&B, whilst also raising concerns about the impact on her unborn baby. She had been moved into emergency accommodation by the council after being the “victim of assault” and unable to return to her home. An investigation by the Local Government Ombudsman (LGO) found Brent Council to be “at fault” for failing to provide the mum with suitable temporary accommodation.
Brent Council: Resident offered £2k for housing delays

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Grant Williams

Image source, GoogleImage caption, Brent Council took too long to consider a resident's housing application and make a medical assessmentLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceBrent Council has offered £2,050 in compensation to a resident due to delays in completing housing and medical assessments. The woman, named as Miss X, complained she could not afford the north London property she was living in and it was "unsuitable for medical reasons".
Resident offered £2k for housing delays

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Grant Williams

'Distressed' woman offered £2k for housing delaysGrant WilliamsLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceGoogleBrent Council took too long to consider a resident's housing application and make a medical assessmentBrent Council has offered £2,050 in compensation to a resident due to delays in completing housing and medical assessments. The woman, named as Miss X, complained she could not afford the north London property she was living in and it was "unsuitable for medical reasons".
“Serious” Sports Bettor: A Diary of Delusion and Discipline

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Grant Williams

After losing one too many “can’t-miss” parlays by just one leg, I’ve decided to go boring. No more five-leg miracles or chasing +100000 dreams. I’m switching to straight bets. -110 odds. Slow and steady. Responsible(ish). To be fair, I’ve made this decision before. More than once. And like clockwork, I always find myself crawling back to my beloved retirement parlays after seeing one too many viral tweets about a $10 bet turning into a new Tesla and beachfront condo.
North London mother offered £1,650 after council 'failures'

3 weeks ago | asianstandard.co.uk | Grant Williams

A mum from North London has been offered £1,650 after failures by the council meant her child with mobility issues had difficulty attending school. The local authority has apologised and acknowledged it “should have done further enquiries” before refusing transport for the child.
Council makes £300,000 in driver fines in 17 days

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Grant Williams

Council makes £300,000 in driver fines in 17 daysGrant WilliamsLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceBrent CouncilMotorists were penalised for driving down Wembley High Road during roadworksA north-west London council raised more than £300,000 in 17 days from drivers who ignored or were unaware of restrictions during roadworks.