London Today

Victoria Remington

Victoria Remington has been writing about London long enough to have developed strong opinions about which parts of the city are worth defending and which have been well and truly ruined by brunch menus. A South London native with a background in cultural journalism, she covers the arts, society, and the quieter social currents that run beneath the obvious headlines. Her work tends toward the thoughtful rather than the sensational, which she considers a feature rather than a bug. When not writing, she can usually be found at a gallery, a pub, or somewhere in between.

BoE Holds Rates at 3.75% as Inflation Pressure Mounts

The Bank of England is widely expected to maintain interest rates at 3.75% today, as the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) navigates a delicate balance between cooling a five-month inflation high and avoiding the stifling of economic growth. The decision reflects a strategic ‘wait-and-see’ approach, with policymakers signaling that while price stability is paramount, aggressive tightening…

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Bold Tendencies: 20 Years of Art Atop a Peckham Landmark

Bold Tendencies, the influential non-profit art gallery transforming the Peckham Multi-Storey Car Park into a vibrant cultural hub, has launched its 20th-anniversary season. Titled ‘Euphoria’, this summer-long festival returns to the 10th-floor rooftop, curating a unique blend of site-specific art, orchestral music, and live performances that define the South London cultural landscape. Key Highlights 20th…

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