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Southwark Council has issued a planning enforcement notice demanding Steven Thorpe remove a 3.6-metre section of the Berlin Wall he installed in his Herne Hill garden. Neighbours complained about its height and impact on visibility, prompting council action that could result in a fine of up to £20,000 for non-compliance.

A new heatwave is forecast to affect parts of the UK this week, with temperatures potentially reaching 34C. The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts across multiple regions. National Rail anticipates travel disruptions, cautioning that heat may affect overhead lines and train integrity.

Axel Rudakubana, 18, has been sentenced to 52 years behind bars for murdering 3 little girls and the attempted murder of at least 10 others at a dance class last year in Southport. The judge says it’s highly unlikely Rudakubana will ever be released. Rudakubana pleaded guilty on Monday to the murders of Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, Alice da Silva Aguiar, 9, and Bebe King, 6. He also admitted to producing ricin, possessing terrorist material, and possessing a knife.

The Met Office has issued rare red weather warnings, meaning there is a danger to life, as Storm Éowyn batters the UK. The worst disruption is due to hit Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland, with gusts of up to 100mph (161km/h) expected in some coastal areas. Millions of people are being urged to stay at home and widespread travel disruption is expected, with some flights and ferry crossings already cancelled.

Storm Éowyn will bring dangerous winds to Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland throughout today with heavy rain at times. After a wet and windy start further south, winds easing and becoming largely dry. Tonight: Destructive winds continuing in Northern Ireland and Scotland, especially in the far north, along with heavy downpours. Generally drier in the south. A colder night with frost in places.

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