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Fri, 30 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Brits told to prepare for 40C summer temperatures across the UK
The UK is starting to see increasingly extreme temperatures and it is unlikely to change.
Fri, 30 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100London councils ranked by Ombudsman complaints upheld
Councils across south London have been ranked by the number of valid complaints residents have made against them.
Fri, 30 Jul 2021 08:50:41 +0100The amount of Covid cases recorded in Corydon
The number of coronavirus cases in Croydon increased by 149 in the last 24 hours – and one more death was recorded.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:46:28 +0100Crystal Palace: Poundstretcher worker attacked in store
A Crystal Palace Poundstretcher employee suffered “significant” injuries when he was attacked by a man wielding a hatchet.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:26:00 +0100RNLI hit back over migrant Channel rescues as crews face abuse
Mr Dowie said the sea charity was “doing the right thing” by going to people’s aid, regardless of their reason for being in the water.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:11:42 +0100Wandsworth has highest Covid infection rate in London
Wandsworth is the borough with the highest infection rate in London.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:56:39 +0100Covid pandemic 'pretty much over' in UK, coronavirus expert says
It comes as Boris Johnson stressed the need for caution despite recent falls in the number of coronavirus cases,
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0100Morrisons is offering FREE meals for kids over school holidays
With schools now breaking up across the country, Morrisons is helping out busy parents by letting kids eat free at its cafes all day, every day.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Met Police reveal London's most wanted people
Met Police reveal London's most wanted people.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:19:25 +0100Talks to avoid four-day August London Tube strikes over pay
Last-ditch talks are to be held in a bid to avert strikes by London Underground drivers which threaten travel disruption as more people return to work following the easing of Covid restrictions.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:16:13 +0100Sutton: GB hockey legend Alex Danson to host masterclasses
Great Britain hockey legend Alex Danson is set to host masterclasses for young people living in Sutton.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Sutton dad reaches £11k in challenge for Reverse Rett
A devoted father has raised thousands of pounds in a desperate bid to find a cure for his daughter's rare disorder.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:37:31 +0100Suffolk Police hunt for criminal linked to south east London
Suffolk Police are hunting for a man who didn’t return to his meeting point after a temporary release from prison.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:12:22 +0100Balham and Clapham Junction delays as person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Balham and Clapham junction.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Croydon Council will not close two children’s centres
Croydon Council has U-turn on plans to close two children’s centres.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100South Norwood's new 'local celebrity': A giant tequila plant
A new local celebrity is currently growing up in South Norwood - in the form of a 10-metre-tall plant used to make tequila.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Lambeth Council should be investigated over child's death
Police should urgently investigate Lambeth Council’s “cover-up” of the death of a child who suffered abuse in its care.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Amber Plus travel list explained as six million holidaymakers could be affected
Alongside Red, Amber, Green and Green watchlist, Amber Plus is a new level that travellers should become familiar with.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:34:05 +0100Fraction of rape investigations in London end with charge
A fraction of rape investigations in London resulted in someone being charged last year, new figures reveal.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:40:08 +0100TFL: £15 Congestion Charge set to be made permanent
The “temporary” £15 Congestion Charge is set to be made permanent and its hours of operation reduced following a public consultation.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:40:52 +0100Three rushed to hospital after five-car pile-up in Croydon
Three people were rushed to hospital after a serious five-car pile-up in Croydon which saw a vehicle flipped on its head.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:03:32 +0100Man's face and hands injured in Crystal Palace shop stabbing
A man was stabbed multiple times in a Crystal Palace shop yesterday.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Hepatitis C: What is it, symptoms and how do you get it
Today is World Hepatitis Day, and the St George’s Viral Hepatitis Team is asking people to get tested for hepatitis C.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Met Office share 'good news' if you suffer from hay fever
If you are unlucky enough to suffer from hay fever you will have noticed the symptoms seem to be a lot worse than previous years.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100One in four adults have not been hugged in over a year amid Covid lockdowns
A report, The Social State, is calling for public services to be delivered to help people form new relationships.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:17:54 +0100Wallington girl appeals for help to win FA competition
A football fan from Wallington has been shortlisted for a national campaign to design a Coin of Respect for the Football Association.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:16:21 +0100Further arrest in Croydon murder investigation
A fifth teenager has been arrested after a boy was stabbed to death in the Shrublands area of Croydon.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:01:00 +0100Interview: Behind the scenes with The Sound Lounge
It has been a week since the majority of restrictions on social contact were lifted in the UK, which has been a well anticipated time for the entertainment industry.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:08:15 +0100Met Office London weather: Thunderstorm and rain forecast
A thunder storm is forecast for London today (Wednesday), according to the Met Office.
Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Delays to bin collections in Sutton and Croydon
Delays to bin collections in Sutton and Croydon could last until the autumn due to a lack of HGV drivers.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Cyclist suffers injuries after he's hit by car in Lambeth
A cyclist seriously injured when travelling to work has issued a road safety warning.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:47:11 +0100Fresh warning if you are vaccinated against Covid-19 issued by WHO
Official figures on Monday showed the number of Covid-19 cases newly reported in the UK dropped for the sixth day in a row.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:13:38 +0100Report: Lambeth failed to protect children from sexual abuse
Lambeth Council “put vulnerable children in the path” of sex offenders, who infiltrated children’s homes and foster care, abusing hundreds, a damning report has found.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Government fears over Covid being spread through farting
UK scientists are yet to produce a paper to determine whether flatulence can indeed spread coronavirus.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Warning to people shopping at Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons or Sainsbury's
Richard Burnett, chief executive of the Road Haulage Association, said the country is “facing a collapse” of the food chain.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Flooding causes 'huge damage' to Worcester Park FC
A FOOTBALL club has been left "heartbroken" after the club was plunged partially underwater following flash floods across the UK.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Sutton readers offer suggestions for improving high street
Sutton Guardian readers have been sharing their ideas for improving the high street since our visit last week.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:13:23 +0100Croydon Council’s financial crisis impacting school children
There are “worrying signs” that Croydon Council’s financial crisis is having an impact on the borough’s most vulnerable children.
Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:10:43 +0100Met Office London weather forecast: More rain to hit city
Flood alerts across London have changed as Met Office forecasts heavy rain across the city.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 16:00:14 +0100TfL 'smart cameras' to monitor bus lanes and box junctions
TfL will begin rolling out new “smart cameras” at busy junctions in London.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:02:08 +010070 children hold gun licences in London
More than 70 children in London are authorised to use guns.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Data shows worst chicken shops by hygiene rating in London
Data shows worst chicken shops by hygiene rating in London.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 16:01:13 +0100London floods: Sadiq Khan says tacking climate change key priority
Sadiq Khan has said tackling climate change is a “key priority” ahead of a meeting with TfL.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 11:31:07 +0100Met Office update on second UK heatwave predicted for August
The Met Office issued a mid to long term forecast predicting the weather we can expect in August.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 11:00:51 +0100Flood alerts across south London after thunderstorm downpour
Flood alerts have been issued across south London following a period of torrential downpour, with three rivers at risk of bursting their banks.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:04:38 +0100Flooding: London areas at risk of being underwater by 2030
A MAP has revealed that parts of London and surrounding areas could be submerged underwater by 2030.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 08:16:37 +0100London flooding: Hospitals ask patients to stay away
Flash floods caused chaos across the city as torrential rain left homes, roads and tube stations flooded on Sunday.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100Croydon BHF charity shop bouncing back from Covid
Croydon's High Street is littered with closed store fronts and boarded windows, the impact of years of recessions, neglect and Covid-19 evident on every street corner.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:33:48 +0100Stormzy to get waxwork at Madame Tussauds
Stormzy is getting a waxwork at Madame Tussauds.
Mon, 26 Jul 2021 11:45:51 +0100Covid-19 death toll across Croydon care homes revealed
The tragic coronavirus death toll across Croydon care homes has been revealed.