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Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Kingston Council found at fault over boy left without school
Kingston Council has been found at fault for leaving a child without any education for months on end.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:47:01 +0000
Most Sutton pupils secure preferred secondary school places
The overwhelming majority of school children in Sutton secured a place at one of their preferred secondary schools on the UK's National Offer Day 2021 yesterday (March 1).

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:49:24 +0000
Richmond Park visitors rack up 49 parking tickets in a day
Spring was just around the corner this weekend as the sun shined and temperatures spiked across London.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:17:00 +0000
35 years since Kevin Hicks disappearance in Croydon
The family of Kevin Hicks have joined forces with the Missing People charity to mark 35 years since his disappearance from Croydon.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 13:20:24 +0000
New Malden British Gas workers back on strike
British Gas workers from New Malden are continuing their strike over new "fire and re-hire" contracts they say are being forced on them by parent company Centrica.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:15:23 +0000
Richmond continues to have lowest Covid rate in SW London
With schools set to start reopening across London next week, Richmond continues to have the lowest rate of coronavirus infection in southwest London.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:13:20 +0000
Horse riding incident in Tadworth injures two, prompts probe
Police are investigating after two women were badly hurt while horse riding in Tadworth recently.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:10:04 +0000
Coronavirus infection rates for southwest London by borough
With schools set to start reopening across London next week, covid-19 infection rates across southwest London have continued to fall in every borough.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:22:17 +0000
Invasive brown stink bug pest found in UK
An invasive insect species considered a pest by homeowners and farmers in the US and parts of Europe has been found in the UK.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:15:20 +0000
Private hospital approved in Battersea to focus on obesity
Wandsworth Council has approved a new private hospital treating obesity problems, despite concerns it will not help local people and will only be used by the super rich.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:06:21 +0000
Richmond's Community Heroes awards 2020
Over fifty inspiring individuals, groups and businesses have been recognised in Richmond’s 2020 Community Heroes’ Awards.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 11:06:04 +0000
Kingston council votes through tax rise for coming year
Kingston council has agreed budget plans that will see residents’ tax bills rise by at least £78, with Band D properties now having to pay more than £2,000 over the year.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:42:49 +0000
Prince Philip moved to different hospital for further treatment
The Duke of Edinburgh has been transferred to St Bartholomew’s Hospital for treatment.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:17:10 +0000
Rishi Sunak urged to extend Universal Credit increase
An additional 100,000 Londoners could be “plunged into poverty” without further support from the Government, according to new research.

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:36:33 +0000
Southfields cancer survivor runs 'Goggins' challenge for charity
A courageous cancer survivor from Southfields is taking on a mammoth running challenge to raise funds for charity.

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Crime Gallery: South London's most wanted criminals
A number of suspects and criminals from across south London are still at large, and are currently listed in the Met Police's 'Most Wanted' list.

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
When can you stay overnight with family in England? - new guidance explained
People will be able to have greater contact with their friends and family from early March.

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
How England's lockdown roadmap compares to the rest of the UK
There are different plans in place across the devolved nations of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
NHS prescription price hike - how much you’ll have to pay
The hike comes after the price was increased for the previous three years.

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Prince Harry reveals why he stepped away from the Royal Family
Prince Harry confirmed he is a fan of The Crown and opened up about his decision to withdraw from royal duties, insisting he “did not walk away”.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 19:23:41 +0000
Life sentence for man who killed Lee Casey in Brixton park
The person found guilty of murdering Lee Casey as he attempted to "selflessly" intervene during a robbery attempt in Brixton has been sentenced to life in prison.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:15:29 +0000
Covid-19 deaths in South West London mapped by postcode
As the country and the rest of the world continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic, the UK's Office of National Statistics (ONS) have produced an interactive map that charts the number of people who have sadly died as a result of contracting th...

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:25:48 +0000
Smoke alarm warning after five saved in Croydon flat fire
Five people narrowly avoided calamity after smoke alarms alerted them to a fire at their home in Croydon on Wednesday (February 24).

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:38:03 +0000
Lockdown: Shop owner celebrates new life in turbulent year
Despite being forced to close his doors with himself and staff classed as self-employed, this owner found his lockdown silver lining as he welcomed his precious new-born daughter into the world.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 17:40:04 +0000
Protestors occupy York Gardens tree for fifth day
Determined protestors have spent their fifth day camped out in a 100-year-old tree in Battersea amid dwindling supplies.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 17:39:54 +0000
Croydon artist wins Samsung Spotlight with short film
A spoken word artist from Croydon has been crowned won of three winners in Samsung Electronic's 'Spotlight' competition.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:51:57 +0000
Merton announce permit charges to stop 'polluting vehicles'
Drivers face charges of up to £690 a year to park their vehicles on the street outside their homes in areas within Merton.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:40:35 +0000
Fight against Covid with junior doctor at Epsom-St Helier
Ever wondered what it is like to be a frontline worker? Our new weekly feature explores just that.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:25:33 +0000
Sutton man charged after early morning raid
A 37-year-old man has been charged after a police raid took place in Sutton yesterday morning.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 12:57:24 +0000
South London musical duo find TikTok fame with lockdown song
Two musical best pals wrote a hilarious song - which perfectly summarises the PM’s lockdown ‘roadmap’ in just 60 seconds.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 11:55:43 +0000
Matt Hancock press conference - 5 things he could say
The Health Secretary is expected to confirm when younger age groups can expect to receive their jab, starting with under 50s.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 12:26:11 +0000
Deadly dog disease hits Richmond and Wimbledon
DOG owners have been issued a warning after a deadly illness has been detected in Richmond and Wimbledon.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 11:47:01 +0000
People over 40 are next in line for the Covid vaccine
The JCVI said that targeting occupational groups (such as teachers) would have been more complex to deliver and may slow down the vaccine programme.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 11:29:18 +0000
Surge testing launches in Wimbledon Park amid covid variant
Enhanced testing launched in Wimbledon Park this morning to track the South African variant of Covid-19.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:50:21 +0000
Council tax set to rise as Sadiq Khan's GLA budget is passed
Sadiq Khan’s GLA budget for 2021/22 has been approved in the London Assembly – despite more members voting against it than supporting it.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:44:51 +0000
Park Lane Stables workers receive invite from the Queen
Relieved riders from a stables in Teddington will be celebrating their recent success in royal style.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:13:52 +0000
London bus strikes: Which routes are affected next week
TfL has issued updated travel advice ahead of planned strike action by bus drivers next week.

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:32:24 +0000
The Queen calls on Brits to 'think about others' and get Covid jab
The head of state, who received her jab in January, said she understood that people who have never had a vaccine would find it “difficult”

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:24:56 +0000
RECAP: Matt Hancock gives Covid vaccine update
Hello, we'll be bringing you live updates from Downing Street where Matt Hancock is set to make further announcements about the rollout of the Covid vaccine.

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000
When 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 +0000
Body 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 +0000
NHS 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 +0000
Crane 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.



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