Wandsworth Guardian
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:46:52 +0000London Fire Brigade chief addresses bullying after inquest
The head of London Fire Brigade has spoken out against bullying after an inquest heard how a "singled out" young black firefighter tragically took his own life.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:43:31 +0000Covid: When every lockdown rule is set to lift in England
All schools in England will reopen on March 8.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:07:39 +0000Pictures show Sadiq Khan as he receives vaccine in Streatham
Pictures show Sadiq Khan receiving the coronavirus vaccine in Streatham last week.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:13:00 +0000Recap as Boris Johnson sets the way out of lockdown
Stay with us throughout the day for updates as Boris Johnson sets out his road map out of lockdown for England.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:37:19 +0000British Gas workers strike on Clapham Common
British Gas engineers across south west London are on their twenty-second day of strike action, picketing on Clapham Common against controversial plans to 'fire and rehire' them.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 13:58:06 +0000New coronavirus cases continue to fall across southwest London
The number of new coronavirus infections across southwest London has continued to fall in every borough.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:22:40 +0000Boris Johnson's road map 'leaked' ahead of press conference - key details
People will be eager to hear Boris Johnson’s plans to end lockdown in England as details started to emerge late on Sunday night.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:18:28 +0000TfL: New Oyster card change coming next month in London
Transport for London's drive for contactless travel has led to a small change in Oyster cards coming next month.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:03:18 +0000Illegal Wolf skin rug & monkey skin jacket seized in Tooting
Police have seized an illegal wolf-skin 'rug' recently discovered by the Met Police's Wildlife Crime Team in Tooting.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:54:10 +0000Boris Johnson: Adults to be offered Covid vaccine by July 31
Boris Johnson has pledged to offer all adults in the UK a coronavirus vaccine by the end of July as he prepares to set out his road map to relax lockdown restrictions in England.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000IKEA launch new initiative sure to save you money on your furniture
The Swedish retailer is making it simpler for customers to extend the life of their IKEA furniture – one Allen Key at a time.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Covid-19 has forced 2 million Brits out of work for 6 months, new report shows
Covid-19 restrictions have hit the UK economy hard with almost two million workers unemployed or fully furloughed in January.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000‘Likkle Sugarcane’ brings Caribbean food to Clapham
A pandemic, Brexit and a harsh winter are not the ideal conditions for opening a new business, but a bold restaurant owner from Wandsworth is taking his chances.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 15:44:47 +0000Charles arrives at London hospital to visit Prince Philip
The Prince of Wales has arrived at the hospital where his father the Duke of Edinburgh remains after feeling unwell.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 12:06:16 +0000Men charged with murdering Lavaun Witter in Croydon
Two men have been charged with the murder of a 22-year-old who was found stabbed in Croydon, as well as wounding a 16-year-old boy.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000What could Boris Johnson's 'road map' look like? - plans for pubs, schools and non-essential shops
Boris Johnson has called for patience ahead of announcing plans to lift lockdown saying “we want progress to be cautious but also irreversible.”
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:34:24 +0000TfL reveal London bus routes affected by driver strike
Transport for London said it is expecting major disruption next week as bus drivers go on strike.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:01:54 +0000TfL set out new safety measures for Battersea bridge
New plans to improve safety around Battersea Bridge have been unveiled by TfL, with community engagement on the proposals set to start in the coming weeks.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:22:51 +0000'Pollen bomb': Warm London weather could trigger allergies
Forecasters have predicted unseasonably warm temperatures this weekend, with warnings of a “pollen explosion” across London and the southeast of England.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 11:18:37 +0000When will pubs reopen in England? - what Boris Johnson has said
Boris Johnson hinted at when the hospitality sector will reopen ahead of detailing plans to gradually ease lockdown.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:40:09 +0000Safer school crossing set for Putney Ark Academy
A mother and daughter have successfully campaigned for a new zebra crossing on a dangerous junction outside a school in West Putney.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:48:42 +0000Two charged with murder of Wandsworth teenager
Two people have been charged with the murder of a teenager in Parsons Green.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Parents may have to test children twice a week for Covid-19 when schools reopen
A health minister said there is “work in progress”following reports that parents could be asked to test their children at home twice a week.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Sadiq Khan announces £5 million plan to aid economic recovery
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to launch a £5 million post-Covid tourism drive to aid London’s recovery from the pandemic once it is safe to reopen.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:03:23 +0000Covid-19: Every London borough coronavirus infection rate
Coronavirus infection rates continue to fall across London and are way below the level they were at when the second national lockdown ended.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:15:00 +0000Plans unveiled for new vaccination sites in SW London
Plans for more mass vaccination sites in South West London have been unveiled.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Covid vaccine calculator shows when you'll get jab
Millions of people across the UK have been given their first Covid vaccine - but when will you get your jab?
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:51:00 +0000TfL confirms Northern Line extension work is 'on track'
The Northern Line is on track to extend to Battersea later this year, with two new stations opening.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 10:21:54 +0000When will gyms reopen in England? - What we know so far
Gyms have not been able to open at all this year amid new lockdown restrictions introduced in January.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Luisa Porritt: Apprenticeship hub could help 'lost generation'
Mayoral candidate Luisa Porritt has outlined plans to introduce an apprenticeships hub in London to avoid a “lost generation” of young people.
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Beattitude asks women to 'Move for my Mood'
A fitness studio in Earlsfield has launched a 'Move For Your Mood Challenge' to combat lockdown lethargy.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:29:13 +0000Arrests in SW London probe into fatal Parsons Green stabbing
Police made three more arrests in 24 hours as they continued with their murder investigating into the death of an 18-year-old from Wandsworth.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:31:05 +0000Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh 'unwell in hospital'
Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, has been taken to hospital "as a precaution" after feeling unwell, it has been reported.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:34:37 +0000The Transport for London jobs currently on offer
Transport for London is currently looking for new staff across London.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:43:06 +0000When will hairdressers reopen in England? - What we know so far
Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:11:01 +00004 things need to happen before lockdown is lifted, NHS chiefs say
NHS chiefs have set out four key tests that they believe must be passed before Boris Johnson should consider easing lockdown restrictions in England.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000London Mayor Election: Shaun Bailey pledges new Met officers
Shaun Bailey has today unveiled his “Fresh Start Plan” for London and has pledged to put 8,000 new police officers on the streets if he becomes mayor.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Sadiq Khan announces £30 million funding for Met Police
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan today announced an extra £30 million a year to protect Metropolitan Police officer numbers until at least 2025.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:05:44 +00001.7 million people added to Covid-19 shielding list in England
For some people being added to the list it will now mean they will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:16:21 +0000Khan to put police officers in schools to tackle violence
Putting police officers in schools when they fully reopen could help prevent a surge in violent crime in the capital, the mayor of London has said.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:30:23 +0000Who will be next to receive the Covid-19 vaccine?
The passing of the 15 million vaccinations mark paves the way for the next phase of the the rollout.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:13:42 +0000Census 2021: ONS to recruit 30,000 new staff - how you can apply
The next census will take part on Sunday 21 March 2021, and the ONS is currently hiring at least 30,000 field staff to help with the operation.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Barnes Festival hosts virtual 'Pet Parade'
Families can join London's largest children's books and pets party this half term.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Latest vaccination stats for London as target almost hit
Almost 1.5 million people in London have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, with the capital just shy of hitting its target.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:18:32 +0000Recap as Boris Johnson gives lockdown update at briefing
Prime Minister will lead a Downing Street press briefing on Monday where he is set to talk about the lifting of coronavirus restrictions in England.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:17:38 +0000Full list of 33 'red list' countries and what you need to know about new UK travel rules
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the system has been operating “smoothly” since it came into force at 4am on Monday.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:22:28 +0000Boris Johnson press conference - 8 things he could say
Boris Johnson will address the nation as the country reached 15 million vaccinations and ministers start to discuss the easing of lockdown.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:23:48 +0000When will lockdown end? - what Boris Johnson's lockdown 'road map' could look like
From getting children back to school to reopening pubs, speculation is rife as to when and how lockdown restrictions might be eased.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:40:00 +0000Teenage victim of fatal stabbing from Wandsworth
The victim of a fatal stabbing in Parsons Green last week was a teenager from Wandsworth.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:34:09 +00001 in 5 workers face increased risk of Covid-19 infection due to pressure from bosses
The polling of nearly 1,000 employees found that pressure from bosses was the main reason why people were still having to go into work.