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Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Rishi Sunak to extend furlough scheme until September
Employees will continue to receive 80% of their salary for hours not worked until the scheme ends.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
10 influential and inspirational Surrey women
To mark Women's History Month, we've compiled a list of 10 of the most

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 13:59:17 +0000
Machine guns seized at Chiswick Park tube station
Two Scorpion machine guns and 40 rounds of ammunition have been seized after Met officers arrested a teenager near Chiswick Park tube station.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:35:36 +0000
Police break up lockdown-breaching gathering in Ewell
At least 10 people were fined and the owner of a restaurant referred to the trading standards authority after police raided a gathering at a Ewell restaurant on Saturday (February 27).

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:55:03 +0000
Reigate and Banstead council workers set to strike over pay
Council workers at Reigate and Banstead Council have voted in favour of strike action over pay negotiations with the council's leadership.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 15:05:43 +0000
Revealed: The unhealthiest boroughs in south London
The overwhelming majority of south London’s boroughs are in the top 50 per cent of healthiest areas in the UK, according to data.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 16:29:00 +0000
More children miss first choice secondary schools in London
One in three children in London missed out on their top choice of secondary school, with lower success rates across the country on National Offer Day.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 15:40:38 +0000
Marsha de Cordova condemns BBC captioning error
Battersea MP Marsha de Cordova has told broadcasters they need to “do better” after being confused on TV for another black, female MP – again.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 14:23:41 +0000
Emergency closure of Leatherhead bypass after diesel spill
A massive spill of diesel across a road leading to the Leatherhead Bypass brought disruption and further road closures to drivers in the area today (Tuesday, March 2).

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 13:12:06 +0000
Five Croydon libraries identified for potential cuts
An unused brand new library could soon be sold off by Croydon Council as it looks to save money amid its financial crisis.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:53:09 +0000
More than 50,000 people receive Covid-19 vaccine in Sutton
More than 50,000 people in Sutton have now received their first Covid-19 vaccination – a quarter of the borough’s population.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:18:57 +0000
Hampton Hill: flat explosion
A couple had a frightening awakening in the early hours when their building partially collapsed.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 11:22:08 +0000
Royal Family 'united in prayers' for Prince Philip after first night in new hospital
Prince Philip was moved to a second hospital for an infection and testing and observation for a pre-existing heart condition on Monday.

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 11:06:04 +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 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 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.



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