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Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:45:39 +0100
Greenwich Council pledges to accept Afghan refugees
Greenwich Council has pledged to accept refugees fleeing Afghanistan in response to the Taliban takeover.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:55:35 +0100
CCTV: Woman 'pushes her knees' into Stockwell Tube passenger
Police have released an image after a woman pushed her knees into a Tube passenger in south London, aggravating a previous injury.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Three injured in Morden house fire
Two woman were taken to hospital after they managed to escape a house fire in Morden during the weekend.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:13:52 +0100
Boots in Brent Cross to offer drugs and make-up on Deliveroo
Boots has become the latest high street brand to sign up with Deliveroo to help customers who may have over-indulged on the food and drink delivery app the night before.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:29:35 +0100
Three dead and two arrested after serious crash on M25
Three people have died and two drivers have been arrested after a serious crash involving a lorry, a minibus and a car on the M25 in Essex.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The Bromley Boutique lockdown success: ‘We survived!'
An independent clothes shop in the centre of Bromley is celebrating its success in opening - and making it through - lockdown.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:06:55 +0100
Extinction Rebellion climate activists arrested in London
At least eight people have been arrested at protests in London demanding urgent action on the climate crisis organised by Extinction Rebellion (XR).

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:00:58 +0100
Wandsworth Children’s Services receives praise from Ofsted
Wandsworth Council has been praised for its commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable children in a recent Ofsted inspection.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:47:04 +0100
Man contests 'unclear' parking signs in Richmond Green
A man has branded parking in Richmond Green a “scandal” due to its “confusing” signage.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:41:05 +0100
'Hardest hit' by Covid, ICU at Croydon to get new beds
Croydon Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) will undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment after new funding was secured for the facility.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:22:28 +0100
Two cars stolen on single night in Oxted
An investigation has been launched after two cars were stolen on a single night in Oxted, just south of the M25 in Surrey.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:13:27 +0100
Wandsworth charity walks to remember loved ones
A fundraising walk is taking place in September to support young people suffering from parental loss.  

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:00:29 +0100
Petersham and Ham Sea Scouts to open new headquarters
A scouts group in Richmond is set to get a new home next month.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Interview with Surrey care worker on life in lockdown
Georgia Richardson, assistant locality manager for Dimensions in Surrey, said she'd tried 9-5 office jobs before but they just weren't for her.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:35:03 +0100
Epsom Hospital new campaign shows young people Covid risks
Epsom Hospital have joined other NHS Trusts for a new promotional video that documents the dangers of Covid-19 and urges young people in particular to get vaccinated against the virus.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:56:19 +0100
Enfield man jailed after posing as HMRC and Royal Mail
A 20-year-old from Enfield has been jailed after trying to swindle the public out of more than £185k through scam text messages.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:18:57 +0100
Trident Point leaseholders asked for £25k to remove cladding
Homeowners are facing bills of up to £25,000 to help remove potentially unsafe cladding from their block of flats.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:07:57 +0100
HappyWoods Nurseries in Enfield among the top 20 in the UK
An Enfield nursery has been recognised as one of the top 20 nursery groups in the UK.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:06:57 +0100
Orpington high street: Man in custody after two stabbed
A man has appeared in court after being charged following a stabbing in Orpington.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:43:48 +0100
'Afghan refugees are welcome to support' - say church bosses and leaders
Church bosses and leaders say they will continue to help and support Afghanistan refugees fleeing the Taliban.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:15:32 +0100
Domestic abusers to be ‘tagged’ after prison
Domestic abuse offenders in London will be “tagged” with GPS tracking devices as a pilot scheme is expanded to “increase protection for victims”, Sadiq Khan has announced.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:26:53 +0100
Orpington house fire: 25 fighters called to Stapleton Road
A fire broke out in a house in Orpington on Saturday night.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:42:52 +0100
Councillor describes escape from Afghanistan as Kabul fell
A councillor has spoken of the chaos she witnessed as she fled from Afghanistan while Taliban fighters took control of the country.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:30:13 +0100
MP battles to save Barnet police station
A local MP is battling to save the last police base in her constituency from being sold off by City Hall.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:40:45 +0100
Cottage lived in by environmentalist, explorer and adventurer gets blue plaque
A cottage, once lived in by an environmentalist, explorer and adventurer has been given a prestigious blue plaque.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:10:25 +0100
Driving theory test centre is set to close down - here's when
A DRIVING theory test centre in Harlow will close from next month, it has been revealed.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:21:38 +0100
The Glades Bromley shopping centre empty units - how many
Six empty shops remain closed in The Glades shopping centre in Bromley.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:50:18 +0100
IN PICTURES: Special service marks 100th anniversary of Epping war memorial
A rededication service has been held to mark the 100th anniversary of the Epping war memorial.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:21:16 +0100
Norbury house fire Pollards Hill South: 40 fighters attend
A fire broke out at a house in Norbury this morning (Monday).

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:34:55 +0100
Weather: Latest forecast for summer bank holiday Monday
Forecasters are predicting nice and warm weather for the last summer bank holiday for the year.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:51:05 +0100
London Met Office weather August bank holiday: Sun forecast
It's been a long time coming, but London is finally in for some sun at the end of this week.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:12:00 +0100
Streatham takeaway fire: 25 firefighters tackle blaze
A fire at a fast food takeaway shop in Streatham has sparked a London Fire Brigade warning to other takeaway owners.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 08:15:00 +0100
Legionella bacteria found in Thameslink train toilets
A union has declared a dispute with a rail operator, claiming there has been a "potentially lethal" Legionella outbreak on its trains.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:40:00 +0100
Man dies after stabbing in Lea Bridge Road in Leyton
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally stabbed.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and more: 10 places kids can eat free in August
It can be hard to budget your money during the holidays, big chains are offering a helping hand with great deals meaning kids can eat for free.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:05:09 +0100
LONDON CITY HALL: TfL fares could rise in new year
London commuters have been warned  they could face fare rises of almost five per cent in the new year, the highest rise since 2012.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:55:23 +0100
Mayor: 'Immediate action needed' to help Afghan refugees
Sadiq Khan has said London “stands ready to help Afghan refugees” as the UK prepares to offer sanctuary to 20,000 Afghans fleeing violence.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:21:23 +0100
Covid-19 travel testing companies have misleading price
Health secretary Sajid Javid has warned people to look out for travel testing companies who may be taking advantage of holidaymakers, Press Association has reported.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:15:54 +0100
Love Island’s Liam and Millie are betting favourites to win the ITV2 show
Liam Reardon and Millie Court enter the Love Island final as the odds-on favourites with Ladbrokes.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:40:17 +0100
Love Island final 2021: Everything you need to know before you watch
Everything you need to know before watching the Love Island final tonight, including who is in the final, how long Love Island will be on tonight and what time it starts.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
5 Covid symptoms most common in the last 30 days - even if you are vaccinated
The expert has previously warned Brits that they need to be aware of additional symptoms not listed by the NHS.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 14:05:38 +0100
Croydon: Four arrested after modern slavery raids
Four people including a woman from Croydon have been arrested by police targeting modern day slavery.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:40:33 +0100
Two injured in Surbiton crash
Roads were brought to a standstill in Surbiton on Friday (August 20) as emergency services responded to a crash on Victoria Road.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:11:51 +0100
Croydon Oddfellows seek to challenge Covid isolation
The social and mental impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and its associated lockdowns is now familiar with Britons everywhere.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 10:33:56 +0100
Vitality Big Half at Greenwich - In Pictures
Runners from across the country descended south east London today (Sunday, August 22) for the Vitality 'Big Half' Half marathon.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 19:29:18 +0100
Covid: Should I still wear a mask? What experts say
Last month the Government removed the legal requirement to wear a face covering indoors and on public transport in England.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:58:07 +0100
Four held and two homes closed down in police crack down on drug dealing
THREE teenagers and a woman were arrested as part of a police and council crack down on drug dealing.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:00:32 +0100
Council set to offer two 'family sized' homes for Afghanistans fleeing Taliban
COUNCIL bosses are set to agree plans to offer two "family sized" homes for Afghanistan refugees fleeing the Taliban.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 15:18:36 +0100
Potters Bar: Teen dies after his motorbike crashed into lamp post
A 19-year-old man died after his motorbike crashed into a lamp post.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 14:08:44 +0100
House prices in Epping Forest rose by 0.6 per cent - new figures show
The average price of a home in Epping Forest rose slightly, by 0.6 per cent, new figures show.



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