General · 27 March 2026

£4.66m goes to Notting Hill Carnival for safety plans

Better safety and security are expected for attendees of Notting Hill Carnival as organisers address possible overcrowding. London's Mayor, Sir Sadiq Khan, announced £4.66m extra money for this year's event, which is now 60 years old. Susan Hall, the top City Hall Conservative, criticised this spending, suggesting funds should have saved police counters.

By BriefTea Editorial · 27 March 2026 at 11:40

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