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Today’s news in brief.

Faggot! Canary Wharf by Paul Harfleet

The Pansy Project: Because Homophobia Is Horrible

An accidental activist uses guerilla gardening against hate.

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Recession Puts Sex Workers At Greater Risk Of Violence

Study by Westminster Council looks at how to make sex workers safer.

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Social Housing Construction In London Dries Up

Fewer of the lowest rent homes being built.

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London Zoo’s new baby monkey and the day’s other news.

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24% Of London Children Living In Overcrowded Homes

So some Westminster kids have made a fantastic video about it.

Entrance to the Kingsway Tram Tunnel, by Nigel Bewley

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A round-up of the day’s other news.

Olympic Opening Ceremony photo by Reds.

Lots of London TV Shows Up For BAFTA Nominations

Including the Olympic Opening Ceremony, Twenty Twelve and The Secret History of our Streets.

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Should A Statue Of Margaret Thatcher Be Placed On The Fourth Plinth?

‘Thatch statch’ proposed for site of the anti-poll tax riots.

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Thatcher Funeral Route Announced As Detractors Celebrate

Iron Lady praised and jeered.

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Gardening Against The Odds: Sharing Makes You Happy

Inspirational London gardening projects win awards.