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Wed, 01 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100
London Councils declare support for Afghan refugees
Borough councils in London are continuing to pledge their support and willingness to resettle refugees from Afghanistan amid a chaotic conclusion of the 20-year war in the country.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:28:25 +0100
World Health Organisation monitoring new coronavirus variant
A new coronavirus strain, named Mu, has been designated a variant of interest by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:21:34 +0100
Natasha's Law: 8 in 10 businesses say they are not prepared
The legislation will require food businesses to provide full ingredient lists and allergen information on pre-packaged foods.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 17:37:42 +0100
Man who harassed female students at Royal Holloway sentenced
An Addlestone man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to harassing female students at Royal Holloway University in Egham.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 16:40:00 +0100
South Londoners campaigning to ban destructive fishing
Campaigners in south London are winning support for a campaign to outlaw destructive fishing practices in the UK's protected coastal areas.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:22:24 +0100
Murder probe in Hounslow after man dies of head injury
Police have launched a murder investigation after the death of a man who suffered a fatal head injury in Hounslow earlier this month.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Covid cancels Kingston Carnival - again
Kingston Carnival has been cancelled for the second year running amid ongoing concerns about the Covid-19 virus.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:34:23 +0100
Met Office London September weather: Heavy wind and rain
Heavy wind and rain will lash parts of the country during an “unsettled” September for the UK, forecasters say.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 08:54:35 +0100
Carshalton and Clockhouse police seize large cannabis stash
Carshalton South and Clockhouse Police are investigating after finding a large amount of cannabis during a search warrant.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Why separation and divorce should be a civilised affair
If you are experiencing the anxiety and loss of a relationship ending and suffering sleepless nights worrying about the future, you are not alone.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:24:43 +0100
Ryanair: See 14 new European routes from Stansted, Luton and Gatwick airports
Ryanair announced its Winter 2021 schedule today for its three London airports with the opening of 14 new routes, bringing the total to 142.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:31:23 +0100
Netflix release trailer for season 3 of You - watch it here
Viewers saw the last season end with Joe and Love in suburbia, married and pregnant.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 15:39:23 +0100
Extinction Rebellion activists block Tower Bridge
Activists with climate action group Extinction Rebellion (XR) have blocked London's Tower Bridge today (Monday, August 30) to demand emergency action on the climate crisis.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:53:08 +0100
Arrests as police target child exploitation in South London
Eight people have been arrested in police operations targeting child sexual exploitation (CSE) in south west London.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100
7 new Covid rules coming to schools in September
The changes will affect a lot of day-to-day life for pupils from PPE to self-isolation.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Netflix announce new TV series and films coming in September
Here is the full list of new Netflix content in September including Money Heist, Sex Education and Schumacher.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:59:28 +0100
London cabbie killed in Afghanistan trying to save family
A London taxi driver was among those killed in an suicide attack at an airport in Afghanistan after flying out to help his family.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:11:37 +0100
South London Met officer warned over homophobic email
A Metropolitan Police officer has been given a final warning after he was found to have sent an email containing homophobic content to dozens of colleagues.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 11:26:11 +0100
Croydon sprinter Thomas Young wins Paralympic gold
Croydon born sprinter Thomas Young stormed to Paralympic T38 100 metres glory on a golden night for Great Britain at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Covid-19 infection rates fall across south west London
Covid-19 infection rates continue to fluctuate across south west London as the vaccine rollout is now rolled out to 16 and 17-year-olds.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The worst hygiene-rated restaurants in Wandsworth
If you fancy dining our in Wandsworth and aren't sure where to pick, it would be worth checking this list to see where might be worth avoiding.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday weekend: Here's 7 affordable family activities
The summer holidays are coming to an end but you might want to spend this bank holiday weekend doing the last few fun things with your kids.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Dentist goes viral on TikTok for rule on brushing your teeth in the morning
The latest helpful advice shared on TikTok comes from Dental Therapist Anna Peterson.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
6 unique UK locations to visit this Bank Holiday weekend
The UK is home to lots of unique attractions but you might not have visited or heard of them all.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:21:49 +0100
Anti-vaccine protests cause chaos in south London
Large crowds of protesters have marched through central and south London and blocked traffic as part of a demonstration against vaccine passports.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:32:21 +0100
Bank holiday sees London roads hit by 'severe' congestion
Traffic levels spiked at "severe" levels last night as millions of people embarked on a bank holiday getaway.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The South London News Podcast, S1, E5
For Episode five of the Newsquest's South London News Podcast, co-hosts Monica Charsley and Orlando Jenkinson discuss some of the lighter and less conventional news stories the south London team have covered during August.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
UK's best free-to-view outdoor artwork to visit over August Bank Holiday
Sky Arts have whittled down a list of the top 20 outdoor art attraction across the UK with art in England, Wales and Scotland making the list. 

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:23:11 +0100
South London GPs report shocking rise in abuse from patients
GPs across south London are reporting a shocking rise in abuse from patients, with physical and verbal attacks leaving staff "in tears" during the pandemic.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:14:20 +0100
Interview with Extinction Rebellion activist from Richmond
Extinction Rebellion (XR) are continuing their latest series of protests and civil disobedience in central London to demand drastic action on the climate emergency.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Surrey County Council pledges support for Afghan refugees
Surrey County Council (SCC) are detailing ways people in the county can help those fleeing the ongoing turmoil in Afghanistan.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:09:02 +0100
More Surrey arrests in drink/drug driving campaign
Almost 100 people (97) have been arrested by police in Surrey as part of a summer campaign against drink and drug-driving offences.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Kingston group celebrates Guildhall 'community asset' status
Campaigners have declared a victory in the battle to save the historic Kingston Guildhall from being sold off.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:52:42 +0100
Met Office London bank holiday weather: Dry with sunny spells
Hopes for a sunny and hot bank holiday weekend are no more as the Met Office predicts a cloudy few days.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:52:00 +0100
Met Office London bank holiday weather: Dry with sunny spells
Hopes for a sunny and hot bank holiday weekend are no more as the Met Office predicts a cloudy few days.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:38:23 +0100
M25: Minor injuries after lorry and car crash
Injuries were sustained after a lorry and car crashed on the M25 yesterday (Thursday).

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:11:47 +0100
Norovirus: symptoms, how to treat it and precautions you can take
There has been a concentration of outbreaks particularly in nursery and childcare facilities, Public health experts have warned.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Tesco Clubcard members issued urgent warning over August expiry date
Earlier this year, Clubcard users were able to extend their vouchers for an extra six months.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:38:36 +0100
ABBA Voyage: What we know about a 2022 ABBA tour
The creation of social media pages entitled ‘ABBA Voyage’ have sparked curiosity amongst fans and have set imaginations wild.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:10:07 +0100
More National Television Awards 2021 tickets released. Here's how to get them
With less than two weeks until the National Television Awards, more tickets have been released giving the public another chance to sit in the live audience.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:57:00 +0100
Hunt for man who exposed himself to mother and sons in Epsom
Police in Epsom are appealing for information after a man exposed himself to a mother and her two young sons yesterday (Wednesday, August 25).

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:38:03 +0100
E-scooter suspected after Colliers Wood flat fire
Fire fighters are urging people to charge batteries safely after fire broke out at a flat in Colliers Wood in the early hours of Thursday morning (August 26).

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Boxpark Croydon's ludicrous spread for National Burger Day
Known for its nightlife scene, Boxpark Croydon also serves some of downright best grub in the borough.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Mascots race announced for Epsom Family Fun Day
Beloved mascots from some of the most iconic sports teams in the region will race each other at Epsom Downs Racecourse this bank holiday Monday (August 30).

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon mum calls for more playtime help for autistic kids
A mum from Croydon is speaking out as she seeks better support for autistic kids outside of school.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:36:56 +0100
M25 crash: Long delays and miles of congestion near Sutton
There are "long delays" and miles of congestion on the M25 this afternoon (Thursday) following a crash.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:58:28 +0100
Bolt helicopter ride option: What does it really mean?
Bolt users might have noticed something different on their apps recently - in the form of a helicopter ride option.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Host Unusual's staycation places to stay near south London
Four of the most unusual residencies in the world are within driving distance from south London - and you can go and stay in them.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:53:26 +0100
Universal credit changes: Everything you need to know as benefits are cut
Over the coming weeks, people claiming Universal Credit will receive notifications about a cut to their benefits this autumn.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday deals: Currys PC World and Carphone Warehouse and AO
We’ve compiled a list of some of the best offers available on electrical goods this August Bank Holiday weekend.



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