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Fri, 14 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Where does London rank on the UK Prosperity Index?
London contains some of the least prosperous local authorities in the UK, according to a new report.

Fri, 14 May 2021 08:03:41 +0100
South London neighbour surprises family with Eid gift
A south London woman has said a gift from her neighbour to celebrate Eid has restored her "faith in humanity".

Fri, 14 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Where does London rank on the UK Prosperity Index?
London contains some of the least prosperous local authorities in the UK, according to a new report.

Fri, 14 May 2021 07:30:00 +0100
UK drivers warned over new scams costing motorists £8,500
Criminals are continuing to capitalise on the pandemic but looking out for so many convincing scams can be incredibly daunting for motorists.

Fri, 14 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Next calls on shoppers to 'immediately dispose' of 3 items amid fire risk
Next has called on shoppers to immediately dispose of the items and contact the retailer for a full refund on the item.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:59:28 +0100
Met Police investigating child abduction attempts in Bromley
Police have ruled that a series of recent reports of alleged abduction attempts of children in Bromley in recent days do not appear to be linked, and "there is nothing to suggest a specific risk at this time."

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:00:34 +0100
OLSPN inquiry: Archdiocese of Southwark's appeals dismissed
A school in Sydenham is expected to be “significantly demolished” and rebuilt to be make it compliant with planning permission after the outcome of an inquiry.  

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:50:03 +0100
TfL: More London bus strikes announced over 'remote sign on'
Five more days of bus strikes have been announced in London with unions angry at bus operator Metroline over its controversial 'remote sign-on' policy.

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:35:00 +0100
Forest Hill man arrested after Kent county lines drugs raid
A man from Forest Hill suspected of county lines drug dealing is to appear in court following a Kent police raid.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:31:39 +0100
Woman in hospital after Thamesmead flat fire
Firefighters have rescued two people from a raging flat fire in Thamesmead this morning, with one woman taken to hospital.

Thu, 13 May 2021 09:57:07 +0100
Crossrail begins running trial trains through London
London's £19bn Crossrail project has begun running test trains through the centre of the capital as plans ramp up ahead of next year's opening..

Thu, 13 May 2021 19:18:47 +0100
RNLI View From the Thames: Minke Whale rescue
Teddington RNLI were tasked this week to help in the rescue of the ‘Juvenile Minke Whale’.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:07:31 +0100
Lewisham gets four new councillors after by-elections
Lewisham’s newly elected councillors have promised to stand up for residents following their wins last week.

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:59:37 +0100
South-west London police called begging 'organised crime'
Police in New Malden have come under fire after alleging that people begging in the street were involved in organised crime.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:58:00 +0100
Former homeless man writes touching letter to Wimbledon Village
A homeless man has thanked residents for helping him return to his "former life" in an emotional letter that can be found on a wall in Wimbledon Village.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:19:52 +0100
The 99 south London areas where Lidl wants to open new shops
Lidl has revealed nearly 100 sites where it plans to open new supermarkets across south London.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:55:30 +0100
Met Police 999 appeal over missing Greenwich schoolboy
Police have released an appeal to help find a missing schoolboy in Greenwich.

Thu, 13 May 2021 17:01:22 +0100
Police trying to find man who escaped from Chase Farm Hospital
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a man who escaped from Chase Farm Hospital in Enfield.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:48:33 +0100
Man arrested and drugs seized at South Mimms services
Suspected cannabis estimated to be worth £50,000 has been seized by police officers following the targeted stop of a van at the services in South Mimms.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Enfield investigated by housing ombudsman over complaint
Enfield is one of two councils under investigation by the housing ombudsman following delays in responding to a complaint.

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:43:59 +0100
Get Into Teaching campaign star is from Southall school
A BIOLOGY teacher in Southall is starring in a new film supporting the Get Into Teaching campaign from the Department for Education.

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Foundation established in memory of Essex RAF pilot who died
Young people who have the potential to become the high-flying leaders of tomorrow are being given the chance to achieve their dreams, helped by grants given in memory of a fast jet pilot who died aged just 25.

Thu, 13 May 2021 13:32:05 +0100
Man charged in connection with stabbing by Apex Corner in Mill Hill
Police say a man has been left with "life-changing injuries" after he was stabbed.

Thu, 13 May 2021 13:19:21 +0100
Mandatory training outstanding for several Brent councillors
Almost half of Brent councillors are yet to complete mandatory training on either unconscious bias or data protection.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:24:50 +0100
NatWest and Barnet Borough Times search for top 100 businesses
The Barnet Borough Times is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:21:06 +0100
NatWest and Harrow Times search for top 100 businesses
The Harrow Times is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:18:54 +0100
NatWest and Enfield Independent search for top 100 businesses
The Independent is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:17:22 +0100
Guardian and Southend Echo search for top 100 businesses
The Guardian is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:31:01 +0100
Brent annual standards report outlines councillor complaints
Three councillors issued apologies last year after complaints around sharing alleged antisemitic material and breaking Covid-19 restrictions.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:21:53 +0100
Haringey gains more control over office-to-flat conversions
Developers will find it harder to turn offices into flats in some parts of Haringey thanks to a new power brought in by the council.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Traffic and parking restrictions in several roads in Barnet area
Traffic restrictions will be imposed on roads in the Barnet area while roadworks are carried out and to stop "obstructive parking".

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:58:11 +0100
Half-term camp bookings open for Ealing youngsters
CHILDREN in Ealing will have the chance to try a wide range of activities at Camp Beaumont in St Augustine’s Priory in half-term.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:50:11 +0100
Four jailed after repeated rape of woman in Northolt
FOUR men have been jailed for more than 71 years after being found guilty of raping a woman in Northolt.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:45:11 +0100
Live updates after crash on M1 between Watford and Edgware
Two lanes are closed on the M1.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Upcoming road closures in the Harrow area for roadworks
Motorists using some streets in the Harrow area may face disruption from the end of this month due to temporary closures for roadworks.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:46:37 +0100
Epping Forest Guardian to publish junior sports club supplement
Sports clubs provide an opportunity for children and young people too learn skills that will help them in school, as well as in their future careers and personal lives.

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:05:10 +0100
Madeleine McCann police find 'dramatic' new evidence
In the week Madeleine turns 18, police are reportedly looking at “dramatic evidence”.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:29:00 +0100
Martin Lewis slams government plans that 'fails to protect millions'
It was hoped a crackdown on online scams would be part of the Online Safety Bill but it was not mentioned in the Queen’s speech.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Spain announce new rules for British holidaymakers from next week
The news was shared by Spanish tourism minister Reyes Maroto.

Wed, 12 May 2021 18:12:14 +0100
One hospitalised in 'fight with weapons' in New Cross
A young man was taken to hospital with a knife wound after a fight involving 'groups armed with weapons' broke out on a residential road in New Cross this afternoon.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:14:00 +0100
Trafalgar Square Euro 2020 fan park confirmed by Sadiq Khan
Football fans will be able to watch all of England’s rescheduled UEFA Euro 2020 games at a fan park in Trafalgar Square, Sadiq Khan has confirmed.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Who are the new members of the London Assembly?
There will be 12 new members of the London Assembly this term following the conclusion of the GLA elections this weekend.

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:30:43 +0100
Wimbledon High to rename sports hall amid slavery links
A private school in Wimbledon has announced they will rename its sports hall due to its association with a slave plantation owner.

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:26:49 +0100
Prince William pays respect to slain Croydon cop Matt Ratana
The Duke of Cambridge Prince William paid his respects to the slain Croydon police officer Sgt Matt Ratana on a visit to the Metropolitan Police's Croydon Custody Centre today (Wednesday, May 12).

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:39:04 +0100
Man 'broke victim's arm' with baseball bat in south London
Police are searching for a man after he allegedly broke another person's arm with a baseball bat in Richmond.

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:18:24 +0100
Covid-19 vaccine rollout extends to people aged 38 and 39 from tomorrow
It comes just 12 days after people over the age of 40 were told they could book their first Covid vaccine jab.

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:15:53 +0100
Backlash from Wandsworth MPs over voter ID plans
Political figures have warned people will be disenfranchised if ID is required for votes.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:54:51 +0100
Emergency services called to multi-vehicle crash in Sutton
A MAN was rushed to a major trauma centre after being involved in a multi-vehicle crash in Sutton.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:28:14 +0100
Merton CIL receive grant to help provide health support
An organisation has received a "massive" donation to tackle poverty, inequality and increase the independence of deaf and disabled people living in Merton.

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:38:38 +0100
NatWest and Wimbledon Times search for top 100 businesses
Wimbledon Times is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.



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