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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 15:44:47 +0000Body found in river at West Molesey
The body of a man has been recovered from the River Mole in West Molesey, Surrey Police confirmed earlier today (Thursday, February 25).
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 17:28:44 +0000NHS map of vaccination sites in Surrey
NHS authorities in Surrey have released a map of all locations currently administering vaccinations against the Covid-19 virus in the county.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:01:05 +0000Crane halts trains after crashing into Carshalton bridge
A crane crashed into a railway bridge in Carshalton this morning (Thursday, February 25) halting trains and forcing an emergency services response.
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:23:37 +0000Road map: Salon director speaks out for non-essential retail
A salon owner says he hasn't been able to pay himself in response to the coronavirus crisis.
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 16:07:49 +0000Education: Laptops delivered to children in Sutton
Sutton Council and schools have distributed 1,500 laptops to children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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 10:44:09 +0000This is how much Croydon council tax is set to go up by
The average household in Croydon will pay £2 a week more in council tax in 2021/22.
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 09:00:00 +0000Family in mouldy flat with ‘drug addicts around’
A mother who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder says her family has been forced to live with mould whilst dealing with drug addicts on their doorstep.
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 10:58:00 +0000South London: 1 in 5 live with 'long-term health conditions'
One in five people south of the river in London is living with several long-term health conditions, scientists have warned.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:09:25 +0000Ex-Croydon youth worker on grooming and girls in gangs
Following a spate of stabbings in Croydon and across South London in recent weeks, the persistence of violence and gangs in the region has again been placed at the forefront of the discourse.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:25:20 +0000Man jailed over fatal Whyteleafe hit and run
The family of a man who died after he was struck by a car in a fatal hit and run incident in Whyteleafe last year have expressed their "concern and surprise" at the sentence for the driver who was involved.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:27:11 +0000Croydon start-up hopes to challenge food delivery giants
A pair of Dads from Croydon are planning to take on the giants of the food delivery industry with their very own borough-specific company.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:31:20 +0000Councillor fears for small independents amid road map
The government must give more financial support if venues cannot open indoors before May 17, says Merton Councillor Paul Kohler.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 15:16:28 +0000Postwoman warns public after suffering incurable disease
A Carshalton postwoman who was diagnosed with an incurable and painful condition is urging more people to recognise the signs of the disease.
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 10:39:20 +0000Earlsfield 'no left turn’ sign amounted to issuing of 300k fines
A controversial road rule implemented last summer in Earlsfield amounted to amounted to the issuing of 300k fines, a recent enquiry has revealed.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:02:22 +0000Merton Police appeal to find missing teen
Police have issued an appeal to help locate a missing 15-year-old boy.
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 09:37:36 +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 +0000Sutton Council launches training initiative for next generation
Sutton is recruiting for their next generation of social workers through their social work programme.
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 12:40:47 +0000Matt Ratana: Alleged killer in hospital with Covid-19
THE MAN suspected of shooting dead police sergeant Matt Ratana has been hospitalised with coronavirus, it has been reported.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Home care company receives highest CQC rating
Home Instead Wimbledon and Kingston have received three CQC outstanding ratings in a row.
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 16:45:00 +0000When are the UK Bank Holidays in 2021? Lockdown rules revealed
There are seven upcoming Bank Holiday left in 2021. Here we look at what Covid lockdown rules will be in place across England.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:52:12 +0000Cause of South London boy's death unknown after post mortem
The circumstances surrounding the death of a 15-year-old boy in South London are still being reviewed after a post-mortem examination failed to explain how he died.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 18:36:50 +0000Arrests expose persistence of modern slavery in London
Arrests made by police in several London boroughs have shone a light on the ongoing existence of modern slavery in London.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 10:35:22 +0000South African coronavirus variant confirmed in New Addington
Residents in New Addington are being urged to take a coronavirus test due to a confirmed case of the South African variant within the area of Croydon
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 15:25:22 +0000Love Wimbledon Market to return next week
Love Wimbledon’s Market on The Piazza will return next weekend.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 14:05:24 +0000Police raid lockdown-breaking party at Croydon barber shop
At least 22 people are facing fines for breaching Covid lockdown regulations after police broke up a party at a barber shop in Croydon last week.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 13:30:39 +0000Bus drivers slam RATP Group as strike hits Tolworth
Bus drivers with trade union Unite have slammed parent company RATP Group over new contracts and pay cuts they say are being forced through amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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 10:56:16 +0000Protesters ‘occupy’ York Gardens tree to prevent felling
‘Tree protectors’ have climbed into a 100-year-old tree in York Gardens and are camping out to save it from being cut down.
Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:18:13 +0000Work begins on cycle route at Wandsworth Town Centre
Construction work has started on a new 4.7km cycle route in south-west London, which will make cycling easier between Wandsworth Town Centre and Chelsea Bridge.
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 13:14:04 +0000Putney family fundraises for lifesaving medical treatment
The family of a 3-year-old boy are appealing to fellow Wandsworth residents to help with their son’s vital stem-cell treatment in Thailand.
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.