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Sun, 09 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Every lockdown rule change you need to know before May 17
This month, we will see further sectors of the economy allowed to reopen, as well as the possible resumption of international travel.
Sun, 09 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Be prepared to pay over the odds if you're planning a holiday this summer
Pent-up demand and fewer aeroplanes in service mean that the cost of going abroad will increase in the coming weeks.
Sat, 08 May 2021 23:16:33 +0100Sadiq Khan re-elected as London Mayor
Sadiq Khan has been re-elected for a second term as London's Mayor, after seeing off competition from Shaun Bailey.
Sat, 08 May 2021 18:15:27 +0100Labour's Sadiq Khan in lead for London Mayor election
With the majority of first choice ballots now counted, Labour's Sadiq Khan is on course to be reelected as the Mayor of London ahead of his Conservative rival Shaun Bailey.
Sat, 08 May 2021 16:22:09 +0100Person steals items from Epsom Hospital, prompting search
A search to find a person who police say stole from Epsom Hospital last month was launched on Saturday afternoon (May 8) with an image taken from CCTV footage.
Sat, 08 May 2021 11:50:43 +0100Labour win Lambeth and Southwark London Assembly seat
Labour have won the Lambeth and Southwark seat at the London Assembly elections, with their candidate claiming almost half of all votes cast.
Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100The changes you’ll see in hair and beauty salons from May 17
The UK Government has confirmed that Step 3 of the lockdown roadmap in England will take place no earlier than 17 May.
Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Tesco warns Clubcard members ahead of May 31 deadline
Tesco has around 19 million Clubcard members across the UK.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:01:11 +0100Surrey pervert who filmed girl on webcam avoids prison time
He admitted to possessing several indecent images of children
Fri, 07 May 2021 11:01:06 +0100Poplar: More than 100 firefighters battle high rise fire
More than 100 firefighters are currently battling a huge fire at a high rise tower block near Canary Wharf, which is thought to still be covered in the same type of cladding used on Grenfell Tower.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:02:49 +0100Police re-appeal after death outside Walton M & S
Police have launched another appeal on the two-week anniversary of a man who died after being struck by a car in Walton-on Thames.
Fri, 07 May 2021 16:26:45 +0100Review: why I visited The Charles Holden twice in one week
In the heart of Colliers Wood, opposite the underground station, you will find The Charles Holden.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:08:21 +0100NHS hand Nonsuch Mansion back to owners following success
Staff and volunteers have been praised at the Nonsuch Mansion vaccination centre after helping protect thousands of people, as it now closes its doors.
Fri, 07 May 2021 13:03:58 +0100Sutton teen shares experience with youth justice scheme
A teenager from Sutton speaks on how a youth scheme has helped him look towards a "brighter future" instead of going down a troubling path.
Fri, 07 May 2021 17:42:07 +0100Grant Shapps announces 12 countries you can travel to from May 17
Turkey, the Maldives and Nepal have been added to the red list.
Fri, 07 May 2021 14:17:24 +0100Polka Theatre set for summer reopening after £8.5m makeover
After more than two years closed, a well-loved children’s theatre is preparing to reopen this summer following an £8.5 million makeover.
Fri, 07 May 2021 13:15:39 +0100A day in the life of Kingston's unique and historic Tipstaff
The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames is rooted in history and unusual traditions.
Fri, 07 May 2021 12:06:41 +0100Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine: Blood clot symptoms to look out for
Under-40s will now be offered an alternative to the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine as a precaution.
Fri, 07 May 2021 11:56:42 +0100Under-40s to be offered alternative to AstraZeneca jab amid blood clot fears
The policy has previously applied to those under 30 but the age threshold has been raised.
Fri, 07 May 2021 08:27:04 +0100Witness appeal after catalytic converter theft in Nonsuch Park
Drivers have been warned to protect their cars after a catalytic converter was stolen in Nonsuch Park.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:28:57 +0100Grant Shapps will unveil holiday green list today - 4 things he could announce
With overseas travel set to be permitted from May 17, destinations will be ranked in either red, amber or green in a traffic light system.
Fri, 07 May 2021 10:07:01 +0100London Mayor and Assembly elections - when to expect results
Voters casting their ballots for the Mayor of London and London Assembly members today will have to wait until the weekend to find out the results.
Thu, 06 May 2021 09:41:39 +0100London elections recap: South Londoners at the polls
We're bringing you the latest updates throughout the day as Londoners head to the polls to vote for the next London Mayor and their London Assembly members
Thu, 06 May 2021 09:32:17 +0100What are you voting for today? What you need to know about Super Thursday
There are key issues at play in what will be the biggest indicator of public opinion outside a general election.
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:08:32 +0100Colliers Wood voters speak out on election day
Knife crime, helping London businesses recover from Covid and bringing your own pencil to vote are among the election issues discussed by local voters in Colliers Wood today (May 6).
Thu, 06 May 2021 17:48:08 +0100Pollards Hill voters have their say on election day
People across South London have been voting for who they would like to see as the next London mayor, and many have already made a firm decision in Pollards Hill.
Thu, 06 May 2021 13:33:30 +0100Dogs at polling stations: The UK's best voting day tradition explained
Election days in the UK have become about one thing and one thing only. Dogs at polling stations.
Thu, 06 May 2021 11:36:03 +0100London weather: Sunshine to follow storm and torrential rain
Torrential rain, hail and lightning have swung London this week and downpours are set to continue for the rest of the week, but summer may just be round the corner.
Thu, 06 May 2021 10:43:19 +0100Wimbledon’s Cannizaro Park to launch Nature Weekend
A two-day event is set to take place at Cannizaro Park this month, to celebrate the return of spring.
Thu, 06 May 2021 10:09:14 +0100Brian Rose: I'll pull off 'biggest upset in political history'
Mayoral candidate Brian Rose says he expects to pull off “the biggest upset in political history” on May 6 by becoming the Mayor of London.
Thu, 06 May 2021 09:18:13 +0100Surrey's One Out Festival announces full line-up for 2021
A NEW music festival is set to take place in the heart of Surrey this year.
Thu, 06 May 2021 08:26:28 +0100Crystal Palace: Pre-World War One water pipes to be replaced
Thames Water engineers are set to upgrade "ageing" pipes as part of a 1.5 million investment in south London.
Thu, 06 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100CROYDON: Woodside by-election
There are seven candidates vying for your vote in the Woodside by-election tomorrow (May 7).
Wed, 05 May 2021 15:29:17 +0100How this Merton doctor uses TikTok to tackle Covid myths
This Merton doctor has found a creative way to inform youngsters about the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed, 05 May 2021 20:02:29 +0100South London uni study warns on 'Covid-19 Anxiety Syndrome'
For many in the UK, the current easing of restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic is being welcomed with a mixture of joy and relief after over a year of various national 'lockdowns'.
Wed, 05 May 2021 18:59:30 +0100Kingston Churches Action on Homelessness on impact of Covid
Like every London borough and local authority, Kingston has been hit hard by the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic with the impact being felt far beyond
Wed, 05 May 2021 17:15:17 +0100Emanuel School welcomes back former student after 50 years
More than 50 years since a former pupil walked through the gates of his old school in Battersea, he returned on Thursday, April 29 to talk to Year 12 politics students.
Wed, 05 May 2021 15:50:02 +0100Police search for Morden Holland and Barrett thief
Police are searching for a man who stole £1000 worth of vitamins and honey from a health shop in Morden
Wed, 05 May 2021 15:38:18 +0100Kingston's Rose Theatre to reopen with big summer season
Kingston's Rose Theatre will reopen this June after an extended period of closure due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Wed, 05 May 2021 13:46:30 +0100Arson suspected as fire destroys stand at Egham Town FC
Two teenagers have been arrested after a fire tore through a stand at Egham Town Football Club yesterday evening (Tuesday, May 4).
Wed, 05 May 2021 13:11:14 +0100PICTURED: Dramatic photos of Platt's Eyot fire rescue
The Teddington RNLI have released dramatic photos of their rescue efforts at the Platt’s Eyot fire.
Wed, 05 May 2021 12:17:09 +0100London Zoo welcomes new arrival ahead of breeding programme
Footage shows a new Asiatic lioness settling in at London Zoo as part of a global breeding programme for the Endangered species.
Wed, 05 May 2021 11:34:23 +010073-year-old Tooting man bitten in 'traumatic' dog attack
An elderly man with learning difficulties has been “viciously” attacked by a dog in Tooting.
Wed, 05 May 2021 11:09:02 +0100Croydon killer linked to unsolved sex attacks in Australia
An Australian criminologist is calling for one of Britain’s most notorious sex killers to be investigated over unsolved crimes in Western Australia.