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Families can help choose best design for revamped Wandsworth Park play area

Three design options for new-look playground. More than £240,000 available for new play equipment. Council keen to hear views of local people.  https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/5dpo43p3/wandsparkplayground2.png The existing playground - soon to undergo a £240,000 revamp Young families in Putney ...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Families can help choose best design for revamped Wandsworth Park play area
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:51 pm

Council leader Simon Hogg heads cross-party campaign to save children’s cancer care at St George’s

Wandsworth Council Leader Simon Hogg is heading a cross-party campaign that’s battling to save children’s cancer care treatment at Tooting’s St George’s Hospital.   https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/fm0azl14/cllr-hogg3a.jpg Councillor Hogg on a recent fact-finding visit to the children cancer care...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Council leader Simon Hogg heads cross-party campaign to save children’s cancer care at St George’s
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:47 pm

Book now for Wandsworth Heritage Festival 2024

https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/f5vpvxen/heritage-fest-milk-600jpg.jpg A public health inspector takes a milk sample in 1936 Deputy Leader of the Council Kemi Akinola said: “As Wandsworth prepares to be London Borough of Culture 2025, the annual Heritage Festival is a taste of the historical ri...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Book now for Wandsworth Heritage Festival 2024
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:44 pm

Trial initiative aims to cut congestion and improve pedestrian safety on road by Tooting Bec Common

Wandsworth Council is about to introduce a temporary pilot scheme designed to reduce congestion, enhance pedestrian safety and improve driver behaviour in Tooting Bec.   https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/lempk54n/elmbourne5a.png Parking changes for the pilot scheme A trial initiative is to be intr...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Trial initiative aims to cut congestion and improve pedestrian safety on road by Tooting Bec Common
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:42 pm

Action being taken to improve accident hotspot in Tooting

https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/aypofq10/mitchamlane2a.png The changes are being introduced at the junction of Mitcham Lane and Southcroft Road which has seen at least five collisions – and possibly more – in recent years. The main changes will see the replacement of the existing mini-roundabou...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Action being taken to improve accident hotspot in Tooting
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:40 pm

Clapham Common Tube evacuation: Better training needed - RAIB

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/EB33/production/_129611206_tfltrain.jpg IMAGE SOURCE, TWITTER Some people smashed windows to help passengers evacuate amid fears of a fire London Underground staff were not given the training needed to deal with an incident at Clapham Common last May, the...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Clapham Common Tube evacuation: Better training needed - RAIB
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:37 pm

New plans unveiled for 34-storey tower block by Battersea Bridge after hundreds objected

Fresh plans have been submitted to build a 34-storey apartment block at the bottom of Battersea Bridge in South London. Developer Rockwell Property has slashed the proposed height of the tower from 39 storeys, which included the ground floor, after hundreds of people objected. https://i2-prod.mylond...
Forum: Local News
Topic: New plans unveiled for 34-storey tower block by Battersea Bridge after hundreds objected
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by Community Editor
Wed May 08, 2024 6:32 pm

Get ready for Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2024

The full line-up has been announced and tickets are now on sale for this year’s Wandsworth Arts Fringe.  https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/poqfqo0d/waf-24-tickets-on-sale-600.jpg As the borough powers up to become London Borough of Culture 2025, WAF is celebrating its 15th year as London’s most ex...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Get ready for Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2024
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by Community Editor
Tue May 07, 2024 4:25 pm

Wandsworth Bridge Road ready to buzz with Spring Fayre party

It’s time to get the party started as Wandsworth Bridge Road unveils plans for a sensational festival-style event. https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2024-04/wbr-spring-fayre-2023-street-gv-1000px.jpg Wandsworth Bridge Road Spring Fayre in 2023  With the street fully pedestrianised for its ...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Wandsworth Bridge Road ready to buzz with Spring Fayre party
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 4:06 pm

Battersea primary school set to close amid falling pupil numbers despite petition signed by over three thousand

A South London primary school is set to close due to falling pupil numbers, despite more than 3,200 people signing a petition against the plans. Christ Church C of E Primary School, which opened in Battersea in 1866, is due to close in August after Wandsworth Council green-lit the proposals. https:/...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Battersea primary school set to close amid falling pupil numbers despite petition signed by over three thousand
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 3:54 pm

No Mow May returns for 2024

Wandsworth Council will again be taking part in No Mow May this year to allow wild flowers to grow and attract pollinators. https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/n1xpra2z/no-mow-may-bees-copy.jpg The national campaign run by the charity Plantlife sees areas of grass left unmown throughout May. Enable,...
Forum: Local News
Topic: No Mow May returns for 2024
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 3:18 pm

Represent Lambeth at the London Youth Games

Squash training sessions Are you passionate about squash, or do you have exceptional hand-eye coordination and a desire to try something new? We are seeking participants to represent Lambeth at the upcoming London Youth Games! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport, we invite you to j...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Represent Lambeth at the London Youth Games
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 2:59 pm

Lambeth Libraries Readers and Writers Festival

Lambeth Libraries are making May and June months of celebration with events for readers, writers, listeners, and all who love knowledge. https://love.lambeth.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/readers-writers-LL-banner.jpg Lambeth Libraries Readers and Writers Festival has been a May highlight in the...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Lambeth Libraries Readers and Writers Festival
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 2:44 pm

Have your say on sexual health services in Lambeth or other areas of London

Share your views or experiences of using sexual health and reproductive services in Lambeth and across London. Young people and adults living, working, or currently studying in London boroughs are invited to take  this short and anonymous online survey  now. Your views are important to help the curr...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Have your say on sexual health services in Lambeth or other areas of London
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 29, 2024 2:16 pm

Live Music Nights at the Pear Tree Cafe returns this week in Battersea Park

We have Live Music on the terrace at Battersea & Clapham from April to September. We serve delicious Sourdough Pizzas, BBQ Burgers, an Evening Menu & Bar Snacks! Live Music goes from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and is weather dependent. 👉🏼 Starts on 24th April in Battersea Park 👉🏼 Starts on 3rd May on ...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Live Music Nights at the Pear Tree Cafe returns this week in Battersea Park
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by Community Editor
Mon Apr 22, 2024 2:23 pm