Richmond And Twickenham Times
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000When can we stop wearing masks? Review to take place in UK
Face masks have become a normal part of life during the Covid pandemic - but when can we stop wearing them?
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 16:45:15 +0000Man arrested over series of eight knifepoint robberies
A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a series of knifepoint robberies across west London.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 16:04:42 +0000Covid recovery plan would see everyone receive £150 in vouchers
The £9bn high street recovery plan has been sent to Rishi Sunak for consideration.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:49:00 +0000Brand new Lidl stores in Putney, Tooting and Richmond
Lidl GB has unveiled “a hat trick” of new supermarket openings today (Feb 25) in southwest London.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:38:29 +0000FOMO Director Robert Wilson speaks out on lack of diversity
A director of a top south London-based modelling management agency says the industry still has a long way to go when it comes to diversity.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 13:18:36 +0000Areas in SW London where KFC wants to open new restaurants
Several new restaurants in southwest London and north Surrey feature on a list of areas where fast food chain KFC plans to expand.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 11:47:27 +0000London falling behind on housing targets for older people
London is not doing enough to meet the housing needs of older people, a new report from a leading think-tank has found.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 10:51:48 +0000Boris Johnson hints at cheaper pints when pubs reopen
Boris Johnson was asked about the idea of cutting tax on alcohol served in pubs and adding it onto supermarket alcohol instead.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Woman's experience of homelessness in south London amid Covid
“You don’t feel the cold until about two o’clock in the morning, that’s when it’ll be icy cold,” says Ifama Mawusi Abimbola, who was forced to sleep outside on the streets of South London on two occasions during the coronavirus pandemi...
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 10:03:17 +0000Child Benefit payments will go up in April - how much will you receive?
The government has announced child benefit payments will increase from the start of the new tax year, benefiting millions of children.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:03:46 +0000You could be entitled to £500 if your child has to self-isolate when schools return
The Department for Education has said attendance for all pupils will be mandatory when schools reopen to more children from March 8.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:29:00 +0000New Play Road at St Richard's CE Primary School
A school in Richmond has revamped their playground so pupils can practise their scooting and cycling skills in a safe way.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:21:04 +0000Summer catch-up schools planned for students in England
Secondary schools will be asked to deliver summer schools as part of the government’s multimillion-pound catch-up programme for children in England.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 09:39:00 +0000Appeal to identify burglars in Richmond and Putney
Police are looking to identify three men in connection with burglaries in Richmond and Wandsworth which are believed to be linked.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000What London bus routes are affected by the TFL strikes?
London bus passengers are facing disruption this week because of a strike by drivers.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +000010 maintenance tips for your car during lockdown
National lockdowns enforced throughout the coronavirus pandemic have inevitably meant less people getting in their car and driving on the roads.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:21:47 +0000Clare Balding features in film on the trees of Richmond Park
The trees of Richmond Park are the subject of a new informative film starring renowned sports broadcaster Clare Balding.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:26:00 +0000Richmond ranks high in London for early years development
One in 10 two year olds in Richmond were behind on developing key life skills last year, figures suggest.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 15:56:43 +0000Prince Philip to remain in hospital for 'several days', Buckingham Palace confirm
The Duke is not expected to leave hospital for several days, Buckingham Palace said.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:38:45 +0000Family fundraise for Twickenham COVID-19 victim
A family from Twickenham are fundraising to build a mosque in honour of their 58-year-old relative who passed away from COVID-19.
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 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 15:13:28 +0000Coronavirus case numbers continue to decline in Richmond
Richmond currently has the lowest coronavirus infection rate in southwest London, according to government figures.
Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:12:25 +0000Teddington Lock's 'celebrity seal' saved and set free
A South London famous seal was saved last weekend, after swimming in the River Thames with a fishing hook lodged in its mouth for nearly a week.
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 11:45:29 +0000Hairdressers in England ‘could stay shut until April’
Hairdressers may remain shut until April, according to reports, as the government prepares to publish its roadmap out of lockdown restrictions.
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 13:42:29 +0000Uber: Supreme Court ruling 'will have consequences' for London
The Supreme Court’s decision to class Uber drivers as workers “will have consequences” for the private hire sector in London, according to the London Assembly.
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 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 12:58:13 +0000Future of Park Lane Stables saved
A community horse riding stables in Teddington has raised a staggering amount of money to secure its future.
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.
Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:44:32 +0000UK weather: Met Office say temperatures to soar this weekend
Temperatures are set to soar in some parts of the UK this weekend – with possible highs of 17C.
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 16:19:06 +0000Teddington Athletic dad worked on new UEFA documentary
A Teddington Athletic FC parent has helped to create a new documentary aimed at tackling discrimination in football.
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 13:38:39 +0000Cyclist taken to hospital after car crash in Richmond Park
A cyclist was hospitalised with injuries sustained after a serious crash at Richmond Park earlier this morning (Thursday, February 18).
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Covid-19 vaccine myths debunked by experts
Councils are appealing for people to make “informed decisions” on the Covid-19 vaccine as it tries to bust myths associated with the jab.
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.