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Former M&S boss set for House of Lords ban over alleged sexual misconduct

An investigation into the behaviour of Lord Stone of Blackheath found his actions constituted harassment and sexual misconduct

The Independent UK · May 20

‘Battle of Blackheath’: Strictly star Sarah Hadland demands to know why council set to ‘destroy’ village

‘Battle of Blackheath’ controversy engulfs picturesque corner of southeast London as celebrity-backed campaign group fights against proposed residential development in station car park

The Independent UK · Feb 17

Decision deferred on housing proposals opposed by celebrities including Jude Law

Others who object to the development in Blackheath station car park include Dominic Cooper, Jools Holland, Manfred Mann and Sarah Hadland.

Evening Standard · Jan 28

Voices: Strictly no way… My ‘battle for Blackheath’ should alarm anyone who loves where they live

COMMENT: Protests against an ‘ugly’ residential development in southeast London – of the kind that the government is keen to fast-track to meet its housing targets – could soon be played out across the country, fears former ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ finalist and long-term resident Sarah Hadland

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025

Blackheath tunnel closes for 10-week repair

Work has started on the Blackheath tunnel, which first opened in 1849

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025

Police descend on Blackheath funfair as 'large group of youths' cause unrest during school holidays

Six people were arrested for various offences including public order and possession of weapons

Evening Standard · Apr 9, 2025

London mural by key postwar artist saved from demolition

William Mitchell artwork saved but Blackheath community centre in which it was housed will be torn down

The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2025

This elegant infill project slots beautifully into the London streetscape

In this infill project, a row of garages in Blackheath, south-east London, has been replaced by a contemporary family home by local practice Mailen Design

Wallpaper · Jan 18, 2025

Peer suspended from House of Lords for launching tirade at parliament security staff

Former Marks and Spencer boss Lord Stone of Blackheath called security staff ‘stupid’ and was found to have been rude and aggressive

The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2025

Area guide to Blackheath: weaving guru Tabara N'Diaye on her calm and cultural area

Tabara N’Diaye, author and founder of homeware brand La Basketry, tells Olivia Lidbury how her pocket of south-east London offers calm and culture

Evening Standard · Aug 29, 2024