‘Multicultural London English’ is now recognised as the parallel street language of the young — but how important is it that we can speak properly too, asks broadcaster Lindsay Johns
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Cockney, one of the world’s most famous dialects, will disappear within 30 years, according to reports this week. Harry Mount discovers why — and what is replacing it on the streets of London.... more
A retired police "paddy wagon", which for more than 15 years has helped protect London from public disorder, is to receive a makeover from a cult MTV show... more
Amy Winehouse is photographed in the booze aisle of her local supermarket. Hours later, her gig is cancelled, due to "unforeseen circumstances".... more
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