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Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:24:44 +0000
Sadiq Khan launches London Mayor re-election bid
Sadiq Khan has launched his mayoral re-election campaign with a focus on "jobs, jobs, jobs" for Londoners affected by the coronavirus crisis.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:23:01 +0000
Amazon Fresh till-less grocery store opens in London
Amazon is to open a completely till-less new store in London, its first 'just walk out' shop outside the US.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 17:31:15 +0000
Covid-19: Lambeth first to bring contact tracing in-house
Lambeth Council has become the first London borough to bring all Covid-19 contact tracing in-house in a new pilot scheme.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 13:56:23 +0000
Full list of south London Wetherspoon's to reopen April 12
Nearly 50 Wetherspoon pubs are set to reopen across south London next month, according to an announcement.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 11:50:45 +0000
Man jailed for life for Stockwell murder of Jaden Christie
A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Jaden Christie in south London.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:11:15 +0000
Royal Family issue update on Prince Philip after heart procedure
The Duke of Edinburgh has now spent 16 nights in hospital, his longest ever stay.

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan accused of cutting affordable housing targets
Sadiq Khan was today accused of “failing Londoners” by the GLA Conservatives after figures revealed a cut to affordable housing targets.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:25:00 +0000
Budget 2021: All the announcements as they happened
We will be bringing you the latest updates throughout the day as Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivers the next budget.

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 18:13:03 +0000
Protesters hope for breakthrough in York Garden protests
A man who has spent more than a week living in a tree in Battersea to save it from being cut down has spoken out about “dedicating” his life to protecting trees and how he manages to eat, go to the toilet and even work in them.

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 16:05:27 +0000
Man jailed after vicious machete attack in Tooting
A man has been jailed for a horrific machete attack in Tooting that left the victim with life-changing injuries to his arm.

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 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.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 10:13:52 +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 17:44:00 +0000
South Lambeth Estate residents suffering from constant works
A Lambeth estate is being tormented by ongoing works amid the pandemic, while one elderly woman had a stroke after waiting weeks to be moved.

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 10:40:33 +0000
Testing urged after South African strain found in Oval
Lambeth residents who live and work in Oval are being asked to get a Covid-19 test after the South African variant was detected in the area.  

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 16:04:42 +0000
Covid 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 +0000
Brand 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 +0000
FOMO 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 +0000
Areas 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 +0000
London 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 +0000
Boris 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 +0000
Woman'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 +0000
Child 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 +0000
You 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 12:21:04 +0000
Summer 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 +0000
Earlsfield '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 09:37:36 +0000
Appeal 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.



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