Westminster City Council is considering limiting new licenses for pubs that don't offer table service to curb excessive alcohol consumption and enhance safety, sparking a 'psychodrama' in London and prompting intervention from Premier Burnham in defense of tradition.

Westminster City Council in central London is facing "stark and very tough choices" and is considering doubling council tax amidst changes from a 'fair funding' review.

Friday's UK newspapers feature headlines on the Conservative Party's plans to end social housing for foreigners and Westminster City Council's proposals regarding pubs.

Millwall Football Club has received an apology from Westminster City Council after its logo was used in a children's education booklet to 'illustrate the historic problem of racism within football,' which the club deemed insensitive.

Westminster City Council's chief has clarified the council's position on 'drinking while standing up' in London boroughs, after encouraging pub landlords to replace bar space with tables and chairs.