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Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Sutton home care company receives highest CQC rating
Home Instead Sutton has become the first home care provider in the borough to be awarded a Care Quality Commission (CQC) outstanding rating.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Charity slam council for 'booting them out' of Surbiton home
A Kingston mental health charity has hit out at the council for telling them to vacate their premises without any notice or consultation.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Sadiq Khan announces £30 million funding for Met Police
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan today announced an extra £30 million a year to protect Metropolitan Police officer numbers until at least 2025.
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000London Mayor Election: Shaun Bailey pledges new Met officers
Shaun Bailey has today unveiled his “Fresh Start Plan” for London and has pledged to put 8,000 new police officers on the streets if he becomes mayor.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:45:15 +0000Croydon teachers 'considered quitting over traffic rules
Teachers working at local schools can now drive through restricted roads in Crystal Palace and South Norwood.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:05:00 +0000Alan Sugar and Jeremy vine support Surbiton Iraq War veteran
An Iraq war veteran is raising thousands of pounds for a charity close to his heart by undertaking a virtual bike ride spanning the distance between London and Brighton.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:12:25 +0000Sutton ex-mayor continues to support young people
An ex-mayor of Sutton is offering to provide funding for community groups who support young people in sport.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:58:36 +0000Epsom benches dedicated to key workers during Covid
Two benches dedicated to NHS and key workers who are helping keep us safe during the coronavirus pandemic have been unveiled in Epsom.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:51:31 +0000Adults receiving care cook meals for Croydon rough sleepers
A group of adults in fulltime care in Croydon showed their solidarity with others in the community recently after cooking meals for the Croydon homeless hub.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:31:29 +0000Which iconic movies and TV series were filmed in Richmond?
From blockbuster films to television dramas, Richmond has been home to many feature films, TV dramas, adverts and documentaries over the years.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:13:28 +0000Sutton ranks in top 10 for outstanding schools
Sutton ranks eighth for the area with the best schools in England, according to a recent survey.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:06:00 +0000Lidl compared to Disneyland on hilarious Facebook thread
The NEW Lidl in Hackbridge opened last week, and for some shoppers, it was everything they expected and more.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Former leader of Croydon Council suspended from Labour Party
The former leader of Croydon Council has been suspended from the Labour Party, along with the former cabinet member for finance.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:20:46 +0000Controversy over closure of Sun Inn Flowers
Residents from Barnes have spoken out after a popular flower stall was shut down last week due to COVID-19 regulations.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:05:44 +00001.7 million people added to Covid-19 shielding list in England
For some people being added to the list it will now mean they will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:16:21 +0000Khan to put police officers in schools to tackle violence
Putting police officers in schools when they fully reopen could help prevent a surge in violent crime in the capital, the mayor of London has said.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:49:22 +0000Surrey RPU sting stolen car in 'drug driving' pursuit
Road police in Surrey arrested two men they said tested positive for cocaine after they were stopped in a hair-raising pursuit on Valentine's Day (February 14).
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:30:23 +0000Who will be next to receive the Covid-19 vaccine?
The passing of the 15 million vaccinations mark paves the way for the next phase of the the rollout.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:13:42 +0000Census 2021: ONS to recruit 30,000 new staff - how you can apply
The next census will take part on Sunday 21 March 2021, and the ONS is currently hiring at least 30,000 field staff to help with the operation.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:40:13 +0000Richmond children's author publishes first novel
A Richmond-based writer is following in the footsteps of her literary grandfather as she publishes her first children’s novel next month.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Barnes Festival hosts virtual 'Pet Parade'
Families can join London's largest children's books and pets party this half term.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Latest vaccination stats for London as target almost hit
Almost 1.5 million people in London have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, with the capital just shy of hitting its target.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 17:30:21 +0000Quarantined passengers near Heathrow to be locked in
Quarantining passengers arriving to Heathrow Airport from so-called 'red-list' countries will be kept behind closed doors but allowed to order takeaways, one hotel near to the South West London airport said.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:53:35 +0000Barnes school girl wins national poetry competition
A nine-year-old girl from Barnes has received plaudits after winning a national poetry competition for her poem describing her experience of lockdown.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:51:48 +0000Popular care home worker dies after contracting coronavirus
A popular care home worker has tragically died from coronavirus, it has been confirmed.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:18:32 +0000Recap as Boris Johnson gives lockdown update at briefing
Prime Minister will lead a Downing Street press briefing on Monday where he is set to talk about the lifting of coronavirus restrictions in England.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:35:47 +0000Richmond ranks fifth in England for outstanding schools
Richmond upon Thames ranks fifth for the area with the best schools in England, according to recent data.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:17:38 +0000Full list of 33 'red list' countries and what you need to know about new UK travel rules
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the system has been operating “smoothly” since it came into force at 4am on Monday.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:29:00 +0000Little Panda Mandarin and Drama school celebrates New Year
A Mandarin school in East Sheen called in the ‘year of the Ox’ with a lively online display.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:56:09 +0000Richmond remains one of London's top filming destinations
Richmond upon Thames has featured in several television smash hits over the past few years.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:22:28 +0000Boris Johnson press conference - 8 things he could say
Boris Johnson will address the nation as the country reached 15 million vaccinations and ministers start to discuss the easing of lockdown.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:53:33 +0000SWR upgrade New Malden Station car park
New Malden station car park has had a 'major' overhaul to make it safer and easier for drivers and pedestrians to use.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:27:00 +0000Cobham students green scheme saves 12,000 litres of water
Students at an international school in Cobham saved over 12,000 litres of water and engaged in a myriad of other 'planet-saving' actions thanks to a new scheme championed by the Wildlife Aid Foundation (WAF).
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:09:49 +0000Universal Credit: Thousands risk relying on foodbanks
Up to 4,000 Sutton residents could end up being driven to foodbanks if ministers proceed with cutting Universal Credit by £20 per week.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:18:37 +0000Clean Up Tadworth group praised for litter pick efforts
A group of volunteers in Tadworth have won praise for their efforts after collecting over 1,000 bags of litter in their community.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:06:20 +0000Road users in Ham warned over annual toad migration
Road users in Ham are being warned to take extra care on Church Road in the coming weeks amid the annual migration of toads in the area.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:18:54 +0000Cladding Crisis: Londoners paying more for waking watches
Waking watches in buildings seen as fire risks in the wake of the Grenfell disaster are costing Londoners an average of £12 million a month, – more than the rest of England.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:51:46 +0000Sutton to help support victims of domestic abuse
Domestic abuse victims living in Sutton will be able to receive more support due to extra Government funding.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:23:48 +0000When will lockdown end? - what Boris Johnson's lockdown 'road map' could look like
From getting children back to school to reopening pubs, speculation is rife as to when and how lockdown restrictions might be eased.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:18:41 +0000Woman organises skipathon for British Heart Foundation
A month-long skipathon, organised by a Morden woman, has raised £11,000 for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:40:00 +0000Teenage victim of fatal stabbing from Wandsworth
The victim of a fatal stabbing in Parsons Green last week was a teenager from Wandsworth.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:34:09 +00001 in 5 workers face increased risk of Covid-19 infection due to pressure from bosses
The polling of nearly 1,000 employees found that pressure from bosses was the main reason why people were still having to go into work.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:49:07 +0000Anger voiced over Hammersmith Bridge in Valentine's stunt
Hammersmith Bridge illuminated red in Valentine’s Day message to Government
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:17:17 +0000'Double masking' could improve protection from Covid-19 by up to 90 per cent
The US’s top infectious disease expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has recommended the practise of double masking in the past.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:58:08 +0000Anger voiced over Hammersmith Bridge in Valentine's stunt
Hammersmith Bridge illuminated red in Valentine’s Day message to Government
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:30:05 +0000When will lockdown end? Details on Prime Minister's road map
There have been several developments over the weekend as to what Boris Johnson's "roadmap" to lifting lockdown restrictions will look like.
Sun, 14 Feb 2021 17:52:45 +0000Met review Operation Cleveland after one week
The Metropolitan Police have published a review of their new initiative to tackle violent crime in the Croydon area.
Sun, 14 Feb 2021 16:59:32 +0000Covid: Amanda Holden drives 200 miles for 'emergency' trip
Amanda Holden is "devastated" she had to break lockdown rules to visit her parents in Cornwall.
Sun, 14 Feb 2021 10:39:25 +0000Man denies giving pensioner fake coronavirus vaccine
A man has denied allegedly tricking a 92-year-old into paying £260 for a fake Covid-19 vaccine.
Sun, 14 Feb 2021 09:51:37 +0000Appeal to find missing boy last seen in Morden
Police have issued an appeal to help locate a missing boy from Morden.