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Thu, 25 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Londoners hit hardest by unemployment as rate set to rise
Londoners have been hit hardest by the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, with unemployment predicted to rise.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:45:50 +0000
Rise in Covid vaccine queue jumpers in south London
A rising number of queue-jumpers are posing as care or health workers to get their Covid-19 vaccine, with 'dozens' being turned away at several centres in south London.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:13:22 +0000
Viper Rooms in Kingston announce closure amid Covid-19
Viper Rooms in Kingston has announced it will not reopen after the pandemic following a challenging year for entertainment.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:33:03 +0000
Fatal Banstead fire prompts calls for U-turn on brigade cuts
Concerns have been raised about the impact of cutbacks to Surrey’s fire and rescue service after a fatal fire in Banstead last week.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:11:41 +0000
Best places to see the cherry blossoms in London 2021
With the arrival of spring in the UK, London's myriad cherry trees are starting to blossom again.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:42:19 +0000
Epsom-St Helier marks one-year since the first lockdown
Epsom and St Helier hospitals lit up in remembrance of the lives lost in the past year as thousands reflected on the anniversary of the first national lockdown.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:04:39 +0000
Man dies in London after being restrained by police
A man has died after he was restrained by police officers at a London home, the Met Police have confirmed.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:23:42 +0000
E-fit of indecent assault suspect at Sarah Everard's vigil
Police have released an e-fit image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an indecent exposure on Clapham Common.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:13:00 +0000
Surge in vehicle crime at south London hospitals - report
There has been a surge in the number of reported vehicle crimes at or near to two major south London Hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new study.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:45:40 +0000
Dog owner apologises for death of Freddie the seal
The owner whose dog mauled Freddie Mercury, west London’s celebrity seal, has spoken out for the first time since the attack.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:02:15 +0000
Met Police accused banning London protest after Everard vigil
Britain’s biggest police force has been accused of enforcing a blanket ban on protest amid the fallout after the handling of the Sarah Everard vigil.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
The lockdown rules changing from next week - what you can do
From 29 March 2021, the following lockdown restrictions are set to ease in England.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:14:24 +0000
Arrest in south west London raid linked to explosive, terror
A 53-year-old man has been arrested in south west London, suspected of possessing explosive material and terror offences.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:44:38 +0000
London remembers a year of coronavirus - in pictures
London marked a year since the first national lockdown in response to the Covid-19 pandemic today (March 23, 2021).

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:45:48 +0000
Holidays abroad banned and £5,000 fines under new Covid laws - what you need to know
A ban on leaving the United Kingdom without a reasonable excuse is included in new coronavirus laws coming into force next week.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:38:00 +0000
The areas of south London that could be underwater by 2050
Parts of south London could be submerged underwater in less than 30 years, according to a climate change study.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:24:19 +0000
South west London marks one year since arrival of Covid-19
One year ago today (March 23, 2021) the UK entered its first national lockdown in a desperate effort to control the spread of a mysterious new virus called Covid-19.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 13:39:01 +0000
Fire crews battle car fire in Shepperton
Fire crews were rushed to Laleham Road in Shepperton this morning (Tuesday, March 23) after at least two cars were seen on fire.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:10:31 +0000
7 things Boris Johnson is likely to say at today's Covid press conference
The Prime Minister will address the nation at 5pm, live from Downing Street on the first anniversary of the first Covid lockdown.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
South London drink and drug drivers named in court
DRINK and DRUG drivers have been caught by police on our roads.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:30:32 +0000
South London basks in Spring sunshine with more forecast
Londoners basked in mild temperatures and spring sunshine on Monday (March 22) as the Met Office forecast little chance of rainfall for the start of the week.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:10:49 +0000
South London man jailed for encouraging violence online
A man from south London has been jailed after he was found guilty of inciting extremist violence on social media.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 15:40:00 +0000
Bicycle thefts up during lockdown in south London boroughs
Bicycle thefts rose in a number of south London boroughs during lockdown, according to a new report compiled by a London-based law firm.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 14:16:10 +0000
Accountant jailed for upskirting offence on Surrey train
An accountant has been jailed after following a schoolgirl around the carriage of a Surrey-bound train, attempting to film up her skirt.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:08:27 +0000
Tens of thousands sign Londoner's call for cheap Covid test
Over 33,000 people and counting have so far showed their support for a South Londoner's call to reduce the cost of the Covid-19 tests needed to travel to and from the UK at present.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:14:40 +0000
Many Londoners unable to access fire risk assessments
The majority of Londoners are not able to access fire risk assessments for their homes, a new study has found.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:34:40 +0000
Council launch public survey to guide Kingston town planning
Kingston residents are being asked what they would like to see as part of the town centre’s redevelopment.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:05:21 +0000
If you have these side effects from AstraZeneca Covid jab 'seek medical attention'
As a precautionary measure, the MHRA is advising those experiencing specific side effects following the vaccine to seek medical attention.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:56:13 +0000
Driver arrested on suspicion of people smuggling offences
A Turkish lorry driver has been arrested on suspicion of people smuggling offences, as part of a National Crime Agency ( NCA) investigation.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 18:51:06 +0000
The 10 women 'murdered by men' in South London in last year
The murder of Sarah Everard, allegedly carried out by a male Met Police officer, has provoked anger, fear and emotion nationwide, and brought many out onto the streets in protest.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 16:59:34 +0000
Body pulled from River Thames in Kingston
A body has been found and recovered from the River Thames in Kingston early this morning (March 21).

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:18:53 +0000
London: 36 arrests as anti-lockdown protest turns violent
At least 36 people were arrested at an anti-lockdown protest in central London which saw crowds hurling missiles at police and assualting officers.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 13:14:00 +0000
'Phenomenal' record day for Covid-19 vaccinations in the UK
A record number of people received their Covid-19 vaccine on Friday, with 711,156 doses given to the UK public.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Households could face £1000 fine for failing to do Census
The Money Saving Expert warns every household in England and Wales that they could face a £1000 for not completing the Census.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Car tax changes for 2021 that every driver should know about
Car tax changes 2021 - What they are and how they will affect you

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
How to apply for new series of Love Island 2021
Here's everything you need to know about the new series of Love Island (including how to apply)!

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 11:57:12 +0000
Man jailed for harassing woman on south west London street
A 25-year-old man who repeatedly harassed a woman in the street and threatened to rape her in south west London has been sentenced to six weeks in prison.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:01:02 +0000
Appeal over teen knocked off bike and stabbed in Brixton
Police and the family of a teenager fighting for his life in hospital after being knocked off his bike and stabbed multiple times in south London have urged witnesses to come forward.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
A quarter of UK homes sit in areas with dangerous levels of air pollution - check your home
A new air pollution rating system has been launched to offer an air quality report for every UK address.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Census 2021: everything you need to know and what questions you will be asked
The census occurs every 10 years, with the last occurring in 2011, and it acts as a survey that charts all of the people and households.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Surbiton veterans home remembers those lost to coronavirus
The families of residents at a care home in Surbiton have paid a moving tribute to the people lost during the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic 2020.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:29:05 +0000
Person in Banstead house fire pronounced dead
A person has sadly died following a fire on Holly Lane in Banstead today (Friday, March 19).

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:48:12 +0000
Teenagers leave boy with head injuries after Surrey assault
Three teenagers attacked and injured another in an assault in Leatherhead, police have said, prompting an appeal and investigation.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:06:00 +0000
Epsom nursery's immersive sensory room for toddlers
A nursery in Epsom is pioneering a new "sensory room" designed to stimulate babies and young children's growing brains and senses.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:30:38 +0000
TfL emergency funding extended until May
The Government’s emergency funding deal for TfL will be extended until mid-May, the Transport Secretary has revealed.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
£10K prize announced for South London sculpture competition
A competition to create a new sculpture for Kingston town centre as part of a new artistic trail has been announced.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:49:39 +0000
Study reveals trending condiments across the UK
Britain may not be famous for its cuisine, but that’s why the nation loves sauces.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:40:35 +0000
Live updates as Boris Johnson leads Covid briefing
Boris Johnson is due to address the nation from Downing Street at 5pm.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:20:40 +0000
Pizza Express announce which south London restaurants will reopen on April 12
Pizza Express has announced which 118 branches will reopen on April 12, and 23 of them are in south London and the surrounding areas.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:00:37 +0000
Police hunt teenage suspects who threatened Surrey children
Police are hunting for two suspects believed to be involved in the threatening of children in the New Haw area last week.



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