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Thu, 08 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100National Trust: Green scheme to boost job prospects in Merton
A NEW project is set to launch in Merton to help boost job prospects for hundreds of young people.
Thu, 08 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100Harrow roads closed for three weeks from Monday for works
People living in several roads in Harrow and motorists are facing three weeks of disruption from Monday while roadworks are carried out.
Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100Attic Self Storage launches eCommerce Accelerator Programme
Attic Self Storage, today announces the launch of its eCommerce Accelerator Programme, to celebrate the official opening this week of its brand new facility in Harrow.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:11:16 +0100Record number of parties to contest London-wide Assembly seats
A record number of political parties are standing to win the London-wide seats in the upcoming London Assembly elections.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:21:49 +0100What has Sadiq Khan promised in his election manifesto?
Sadiq Khan yesterday (April 6) launched his election manifesto with a pledge to support the creation of 170,000 new green jobs in London.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:44:49 +0100Under-30s to avoid AstraZeneca vaccine - what if you've already had first jab?
The regulator stressed that this was not proof that the jab was the cause of the clots but conceded that the link was getting stronger.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:39:06 +0100South London boroughs rank among top areas for SUV ownership
Two south London boroughs rank among the top ten areas where people are most likely to buy an SUV.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:21:12 +0100Khan pledges to name London Overground lines if re-elected
Sadiq Khan has pledged to name London’s Overground lines if re-elected as Mayor next month.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:22:19 +0100SES Water issue warning as A24 closed in both directions
The A24 is closed in both directions due to a burst water main in the Sutton Common Road area.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:01:08 +0100Duo launch stage school in Merton and Wandsworth
A former Hollyoaks actress and lead theatre star speaks on what it is like to launch a theatre school during the pandemic, and their plans for Wimbledon and Wandsworth post lockdown.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:11:06 +0100Four arrests in Belvedere over drug supply and immigration
Police have made four arrests after patrols targeting anti-social behaviour in Thamesmead and Belvedere proved successful over the Easter weekend.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:55:00 +0100Enhanced contract tracing pilot launched in Greenwich
An enhanced Covid-19 contract tracing service has been launched in Greenwich, with the area chosen as part of a national pilot programme.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:57:00 +0100Full Covid-19 infection rates for south east London
Covid-19 infection rates continue to fluctuate across south east London boroughs, but the relaxing of the national lockdown appears not to have affected cases in the area.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:10:07 +0100Rhiannon Hall: Family campaign with sponsored birthday walk
More than one hundred people marked the memory of a mother-of-two over the weekend who was killed in a hit-and-run in Cheam.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0100Railway bridge replaced in Dartford over Easter weekend
An operation to crane out a major landmark railway bridge at Dartford Station has been completed, proving to be "a spectacle."
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 19:41:39 +0100Man facing Plumstead murder charge appears in court
A man charged with the murder of a 50-year-old woman on Easter Sunday (April 4) in Plumstead has appeared in court.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:56:01 +0100Deliveroo drivers strike in London over pay and conditions
Deliveroo drivers and riders biked in their hundreds through London today (Wednesday, April 7) on a strike for fairer pay and working conditions.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:24:35 +0100Protest on Putney Embankment after iconic Boat Race is moved
Protestors gathered on Putney Embankment last weekend to highlight the loss of the Boat Race and “inaction” over Hammersmith Bridge.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:15:02 +0100Thousands tune in for zoom honouring Matt Ratana in Croydon
Thousands of people tuned into an awards ceremony that honoured the slain Croydon police officer Matt Ratana on Easter Monday (April 5).
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:47:25 +0100Sutton pupils win Easter competition inspired by Nestlé
TWO talented children in Sutton have won an Easter egg art competition.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:12:02 +0100Appeal to trace boy, 14, missing from Feltham
Concern is growing for a teenage boy who has not been seen by his family since March 30.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:22:09 +0100Funding target hit for Vine Road Project
A conservation charity is calling on the community to help rejuvenate an urban park in Vine Road.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:47:00 +0100Reece Young: New appeal in Croydon murder case
A new appeal for witnesses and information has been released by the Met Police today (Wednesday, April 7) following the fatal stabbing of Reece Young in Croydon last month.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:51:16 +0100The lockdown rules changing next week - what you can do from April 12
On Monday, Mr Johnson, setting out the move to the second step of the road map on Monday, said the shift was "fully justified by the data".
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:05:51 +0100Competition gives winners £100 to spend at Twickenham shops
The collective of businesses—known as a Business Improvement District (BID)—is encouraging residents to shop locally through a monthly social media competition.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100Man underwent 14-hour surgery in Harefield Hospital
A man who underwent a life=saving and complex 14-hour heart operation has raised over £40,000 for a hospital.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:23:09 +0100Ealing artist named finalist for V&A £25,000 competition
An Ealing based artist, architect and activist has become one of eight finalists in a competition to win £25,000 by the V&A.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:11:54 +0100Record number of parties to contest London-wide Assembly seats
A record number of political parties are standing to win the London-wide seats in the upcoming London Assembly elections.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:06:40 +0100Camilla helps with coronavirus vaccine rollout in Tottenham
The Duchess of Cornwall helped prepare Pfizer vaccines during a visit to an inoculation centre and had a brief encounter with a needle.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:43:30 +0100Former Harefield patient says thanks with £40,000 fund-raiser
A GRATEFUL former patient has brought together his family and friends to raise more than £40,000 for Harefield Hospital.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:05:55 +0100Friends of Mais House to appear on BBC London News
Local campaigners opposing an approved development in Lewisham are set to make their case on TV
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:58:35 +0100Brent Council pension fund urged to divest from fossil fuels
Environmental campaigners have called on Brent Council to immediately stop investing in fossil fuels on the basis it represents “bad policy, bad economics, and bad politics”.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +01003food4u charity hands out almost 1,000 donated Easter Eggs
A community project was once again blessed with a visit from the Easter Bunny as almost 1,000 chocolate eggs were given out to families and communities.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +0100Consultation on housing plan at former Barnet gas works
Developers are consulting on plans to build homes at a disused industrial site after a previous scheme was refused.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:22:24 +0100What has Sadiq Khan promised in his election manifesto?
Sadiq Khan yesterday (April 6) launched his election manifesto with a pledge to support the creation of 170,000 new green jobs in London.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:23:54 +0100Views sought on making Hillingdon greener
RESIDENTS and businesses are being encouraged to give feedback on Hillingdon Council’s draft plan for tackling climate change.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:21:23 +0100Uxbridge bank staff collect to help food charity
STAFF at Metro Bank in Uxbridge have been raising awareness of food poverty by collecting for Hillingdon Foodbank.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:14:37 +0100Fire breaks out at shop in Enfield
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters tackled a fire which broke out at a shop with flats above.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:33:23 +0100Green light for tower blocks up to 24 storeys in Barnet
A developer has won permission to build tower blocks up to 24 storeys high at the site of a car dealership.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:32:00 +0100Brent Council to judge Wembley Stadium’s bid for more events
Wembley Stadium could host nine additional non-sporting events at full capacity each year if proposals are approved by the council.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:12:08 +0100Latest Covid rate in Barnet as lockdown eases
The seven-day coronavirus infection rate remained low in Barnet as more lockdown restrictions were lifted.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:36:05 +0100Epping Forest Guardian readers react: Richard Okorogheye
Our readers have shared their sadness after police told Richard Okorogheye’s mother the body found in Epping Forest matches his description.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100Road closures in Epping, Sheering and Waltham Abbey for roadworks
Motorists using some roads in Epping Forest are set to face disruption due to temporary closures for roadworks.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:11:11 +0100Man charged with murder of woman stabbed in Plumstead
A 39-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a woman stabbed to death in a block of flats in Plumstead on Easter Sunday.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0100Sadiq Khan launches election manifesto with green jobs pledge
Sadiq Khan today revealed plans to support more than 170,000 environmentally friendly “green jobs” if re-elected in May as he unveiled his campaign manifesto.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:01:04 +0100Sadiq Khan says Boris Johnson 'lied again' over TfL comments
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has hit back at comments made by Boris Johnson about TfL finances at a Covid-19 press conference yesterday.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:02:23 +0100Man assaults emergency worker after drugs arrest in Welling
A man was arrested for drug offences in Welling over the Easter weekend, before then turning aggressively on police officers.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:38:37 +0100Lewisham Council spend on unregulated children's placements
Lewisham Council is likely spending millions per year placing children in its care in unregulated accommodation, a Freedom of Information request has revealed.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:36:00 +0100Khan pledges drugs commission if re-elected London Mayor
Sadiq Khan says will establish a new commission to examine the use of drugs in the capital if he is re-elected as mayor of London next month.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:58:33 +0100Met Police release appeal for missing Greenwich man, 74
An appeal has been launched to help find a 74-year-old missing in Greenwich and "likely to be confused."