The London Buzz – 15th July 2026

Old London – St Paul’s Church and Essex Road, Islington
Today’s London news round-up:
Former Hackney councillor ‘debanked’ by HSBC after Ukraine trip  Hackney Citizen
Gatwick Airport chaos as flights declare emergency and diverted after sudden runway closure Standard
Rainham Launders Lane fire: Pictures show charred earth Romford Recorder
A leading Newham councillor has dodged questions over whether her pledges to roll out free parking in the borough will lead