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Rumble Strips Fail to Stop Speeding Cyclists on Thames Path
Tramlines for wheelchair users negate purpose say riverside walkers
Date Announced for Wimbledon Tennis Application Hearing
City Hall to determine whether planning permission should be given
Council Failed to Deliver Support to Special Needs Child
Ombudsman's report finds she was sent to nursery with untrained staff
New Figures Show Falling Pollution in Wandsworth Borough
Nitrogen dioxide levels down but challenges remain
Case Highlights Therapist Shortage in Wandsworth
Council fined for failing to deliver child's speech and language therapy
Growth in Use of Temporary Accommodation Slows
Council faces challenge to end rough sleeping by 2030
Driving for Change Bus Aims to Support Rough Sleepers
Services offered include dentistry, vaccinations and advice
Council Launches Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy
Aiming for better support for victims and their families
Green Light for New Intensive Care Unit at St. George's
Twenty bed facility will nearly double existing capacity
Plea Made to Extend ULEZ Scrappage Scheme
Small business lobby group says surprise announcement unfair
Eight Years of Chaos Feared if Wimbledon Tennis Plan Proceeds
Opponents not against the sport but rather 44,000 lorry movements
ULEZ Scrappage Scheme to End at Short Notice
Less than a month to get cash for handing in non-compliant vehicle
Wandsworth Council Expands Recycling of Small Electricals
Kerbside collection introduced along with recycling banks across borough
Local Paralympian Aims for Fourth Consecutive Medal
Former Riverdale Primary and ADT College student heading for Paris 2024
'Constant Pressure' to Issue Parking Fines in Wandsworth
Staff say underhand tactics being used to catch drivers
Borough-wide Developer Levy Funding Pot Approved
Move will see money from Nine Elms projects spent in other areas
Council Proposing 13 New 'Quiet' Cycle Routes
Will provide links for less confident cyclists avoiding busy roads
Two Dolphins Found Dead on Bank of River Thames
One had been spotted swimming between Hammersmith and Putney Bridges
Minister Commits to Renationalising South Western Railway
Says government 'will act swiftly' in response to MP's question
Have Your Say on Locations of e-Bike Parking Bays
Council consulting on a further sixty locations across the borough
Wandsworth Council Moves to Evict Domestic Abuse Survivor
She had refused settled accommodation in Roehampton
Free Breakfast Trial to Be Extended to all Borough Primaries
Children at 40 schools could benefit from the programme
Wandsworth Publishes New Leisure Strategy
Half of borough's adults and over a third of Year 6 children are overweight
Council Chief Executive to Step Down 'for Family Reasons'
Mike Jackson will be leaving the role in the autumn
Thames Water Fined Over Half a Million for Delayed Roadworks
Wandsworth Council says 320 projects overran agreed deadline
Wimbledon Tickets Given to Refugees and Charity Workers
Wandsworth Council teams up with AELTC to distribute 200 seats
Wes Streeting to Be Asked to Review Children's Cancer Care Decision
New bid to reverse closure of facility at St. George’s Hospital
Historic Sign in Southfields Restored to Original Glory
United Service Transport mosaic is nearly 100 years old
Affordable Homes System 'Creaking at the Seams' in London
Housing associations unable to take on stock that is being built
New Operator Taking Over EV Charging Points in the Borough
Payments at some lampposts will switch to Char.gy from ubitricity
Time to Nominate Your Local Community Heroes
Short-list being drawn up for this year's Wandsworth Civic Awards
Sadiq Khan Foresees New Era in Relations with Government
Mayor says he will lobby for new powers and cash for affordable housing
New App Blamed for Dial-a-Ride Problems
Services users say it has become less reliable since system implemented
Hospital Issues Advice About Hot Weather and Strikes
Trust managing St. George's says heatwaves mean more visits to A&E
E-bike Parking Ban Introduced in Town Centres
Riders will be required to leave them in one of 111 new bays
Refurbished Train Stock To Be Used on Local Lines
Upgraded carriages are interim measure ahead of new fleet delivery
Funding Available for Defibrillator Installation
Local community groups and organisations can apply
Enterprise Way Residents Claim to Be Afraid to Go Out
Say block plagued by anti-social behaviour and lack of maintenance
'Negligible' Impact from Mayor's Off-Peak Fridays Scheme
Opposition says trial has failed to significantly boost passenger numbers
'Baby Box' to Be Given to Young Parents
Will contain books and toys to help them bond with their child
Over One Million Visits Made to Wandsworth Borough Libraries
Number of people using them rose by 17% last year
Mega Skips Credited with Reducing Fly-tipping
Council say incidents are down by 16% over two years
Mick Jagger Voices Opposition to Battersea Bridge Skyscraper
Joins Felicity Kendal, Eric Clapton and Anthea Turner in objecting to plan
Wandsworth Appoints First Ever Youth Mayor
17-year-old Millie Quinn vows to give young people a voice
Go Ahead for Borough's Rough Sleeper Hub
Centre said to be 'pioneering approach' to problem of homelessness
Flying Squad Praise for Borough's CCTV Monitoring Team
Credited with the arrest of two prolific burglars
Warning Issued About Device Clash Overcharging
TfL has already refunded £200,000 to public transport users
Measures Taken to Reduce Speed of Cyclists on Thames Path
Changes being made between Wandsworth Bridge and Battersea Park
Mixed Reaction to Revised Wimbledon Tennis Plans
AELTC says it is increasing public access to green space in new design
Opinions Sought on Wandsworth Park Playgroup Revamp
£240,000 to be spent by council on improvements
Reduced Height Proposed for Battersea Bridge Skyscraper
Developer submits revised plan for 34-storey tower
Number of Ukrainians in Wandsworth Tops 1,000
Residents praised for generosity in opening their homes
Plastic Wet Wipe Ban Announcement Welcomed
Thames 21 describes it as a major boost to the health of the river
Hourly Week Day River Bus Service Introduced at Local Piers
Putney, Wandsworth Riverside Quarter and Chelsea Harbour to benefit
Heathrow Dismisses Minister's Comments on Third Runway
Denies plans for expansion of airport have been scrapped
Wandsworth Council to Take Part in No Mow May Again
Grass in borough's parks to remain uncut for a month
Council Consulting on Proposed e-bike and e-scooter Parking Bays
Expansion of dedicated spaces aims to encourage eco-friendly travel
Wandsworth Council Wins Borough of Culture Bid
Mayor announces funding to be given for series of events in 2025
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Man Arrested for Drug Driving After Woman Killed on Garratt Lane
25-year-old victim was a pillion passenger on motorcycle
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Wandsworth Council To Double Mega Skip Locations
Free recycling measure credited with reducing fly-tipping
Forthcoming Travel Disruption in Wandsworth
Trains and tubes affected by engineering works and strikes
Wandsworth Park Eco Fair Hailed a Success
Crowds join local MP and host of environmental organisations at event
Earlsfield Theatre Designated 'Official Theatre of Sanctuary'
Tara is the only theatre in London to achieve this status
Tube Strikes Suspended After Talks Make Progress
TfL agrees to not change working arrangements without agreement
Muddy Dog Challenge To Support Battersea Animals
Go on, you know you'll enjoy it!
Free Courses for Young People at World Heart Beat
Learn about the music industry in a new programme of mentoring sessions
Age UK Wandsworth Hosts Scams Bingo
Innovation to help older residents deal with fraud crisis
Local Private and State Schools Collaborate on Art Project
Working together on exhibition in Southside Shopping Centre
LIVE Travel Updates
Wandsworth traffic and travel information
Wandsworth Arts Fringe Given Award
OneOff awards are for theatre organisations operating during pandemic
Lifestyle
New Megan's Restaurant on Garratt Lane Gets Licence
Owners denied permission to sell alcohol without food before 10am
More New Brands Coming to Gravity Southside
Entertainment centre is expanding its food hall offering
Bitten By The Gardening Bug?
Thrive London's local hub is looking for volunteers
Japanese Restaurant Latest Addition To Ram Quarter
Sushi Moka plans opening at Bubbling Well Square
What's Happening at The Spread Eagle?
Major refurb includes boutique hotel, HQ for Young's and a new pub interior
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Community
Ukrainian Children Thrive in Southfields School
Families praise Riversdale Primary School pupils and staff for their kindness
Queenstown Road Set For Substantial Reduction in Services
South Western Railway plan to halve number of trains during peak
Which Are The Hardest Schools In Wandsworth To Get Into?
New figures show over-subscription rates at local primaries and secondaries