The London Buzz - 22nd July 2025
Briefly

Criterion Capital operates gift shops at Piccadilly Circus and is experiencing issues with renting to students who fail to pay taxes. A significant decision regarding the future of the historic Truman Brewery will soon be made by Tower Hamlets Council amid local opposition to redevelopment. Concerns have been reiterated by the London Fire Brigade about a proposed underground bus garage in Edgware, which is critical to ongoing council votes. Recent signaling problems have prompted the Managing Director of South Western Railway to pledge that lessons will be learned to prevent future travel disruptions for passengers.
Asif Aziz's Criterion Capital manages a row of high-profile gift shops at Piccadilly Circus. Their policy of renting to students is causing concerns over unpaid taxes.
The future of London's historic Truman Brewery is uncertain as locals oppose redevelopment plans set to be reviewed by Tower Hamlets Council this week.
London Fire Brigade has expressed ongoing concerns about the proposed underground bus garage in Edgware ahead of a council vote that is critical to the project.
The Managing Director of South Western Railway committed to learning from recent signaling issues that impacted travel for passengers in Surrey, advising against travel on July 21.
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