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Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
London has lowest vaccine uptake in England, data reveals
London has the lowest rate of vaccine uptake in England according to data published by Public Health England.

Mon, 24 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Long-Covid advice for workers and employers
The emergence of 'long-Covid' has been difficult to navigate for employers and employees, and the Office for National Statistics estimates that over one million people have reported experiencing long-Covid.

Sun, 23 May 2021 17:30:00 +0100
Tim Hipperson: Three charged over Richmond stabbing death
Three people have been charged after a 39-year-old died in hospital after being stabbed in Richmond.

Sun, 23 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
20 dangerous items all drivers should clean out of their immediately
Drivers are being warned of 20 items that could pose a serious risk when driving

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
16-day heatwave predicted for June - this is when it will start
As lockdown restrictions ease across the UK, garden get-togethers and afternoons in the beer garden have largely been put on hold this month.

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The lost Epping pub building dating back to the 16th century
One of the many lost inns in Epping high street was The Cock.

Sun, 23 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Do Epping Forest Conservatives support forest parking charges?
During the long lockdown Epping Forest has been one area that has served as a refuge for recreation and exercise. It has always been free for use by the public.

Sun, 23 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
M&S, Asda and Morrisons issue urgent warning over food items sold in store
Food allergies, salmonella poisoning and Hepatitis A are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls across the UK.

Sat, 22 May 2021 13:48:54 +0100
Policeman in hospital after car is driven at him in Uxbridge
A POLICEMAN is being treated in hospital after he was hit by a car driver during a vehicle stop in Manor Waye, Uxbridge, on Friday evening (21).

Sat, 22 May 2021 10:39:24 +0100
Surge COVID testing in six areas of Hillingdon
SURGE COVID-19 testing is taking place in five West London boroughs, including Hillingdon and Ealing.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Onlookers gather as firefighters tackle East London hotel fire a century ago
The Royal Forest Hotel pictured above in 1912 with onlookers as Chingford’s volunteer fire fighters tackle a devastating blaze at the hotel.

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
City of London Corporation criticised for Epping Forest management
I feel I must write to complain about the high-handed approach of the the City of London Corporation, which manages Epping Forest.

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Eurovision 2021: Everything you need to know ahead of the grand final
The Eurovision Song Contest has introduced some of the world’s biggest musical stars to the world including Celine Dion, Bonnie Tyler and ABBA.

Sat, 22 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
You could face a £1,000 fine if you don't act this weekend
Although Census Day took place on 21 March, the official closing date for the online form is Monday 24 May.

Sat, 22 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl announce the biggest bargains coming to store this weekend
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Mayor visits new Tube station as Northern Line extension nears end
Sadiq Khan visited the new Nine Elms Tube station today as the Northern Line extension nears completion.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:19:15 +0100
Building for Lewisham: Concerns over plans for estates
The council has promised to listen to residents' concerns about plans to build homes on existing estates.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:14:05 +0100
Pictures show protest on Plough Lane over Trust Ford tree felling
Pictures show a community demonstration outside a car dealership on Plough Lane following the destruction of eleven trees.

Fri, 21 May 2021 11:07:54 +0100
Merton salon launches 'bring your own towel' scheme
The UK's first ‘bring your own towel scheme’ has launched at a hair salon in Merton.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:19:12 +0100
Met Police authorise dispersal order in Cutty Sark Gardens
Police have authorised a dispersal order covering the Cutty Sark area in Greenwich ahead of expected social disorder this weekend.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:35:21 +0100
Bus drivers from Plumstead run their routes for charity
A group of committed bus drivers from Plumstead are running their usual outes to r

Fri, 21 May 2021 11:58:24 +0100
South east London vaccine rollout statistics revealed
Vaccination rates across south east England are varying significantly, the latest Public Health England figures have revealed.

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:18:27 +0100
Brixton's People's Kitchen given 12 weeks to relocate
In a quiet housing estate in Vauxhall is a shop lined with long tables piled high with produce.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:25:00 +0100
Man convicted for sex attacks on boys in Sutton and Croydon
A paedophile from Sutton who raped and assaulted seven young boys over a period of more than 40 years has been convicted of rape and sexual assault.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:30:56 +0100
Lewisham backs plans for temporary accommodation conversion
Lewisham’s mayor and cabinet has approved plans to convert a building in Brockley into temporary accommodation for ten homeless families.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:25:46 +0100
New 'Yorkshire variant' of Covid-19 detected, Public Health England warn
Public Health England (PHE) has identified a new strain of the virus and it is being described as a variant under investigation.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:20:08 +0100
Mayor visits new Tube station as Northern Line extension nears end
Sadiq Khan visited the new Nine Elms Tube station today as the Northern Line extension nears completion.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:04:05 +0100
One-day event will help vaccinate vulnerable Penge residents
A new project will see black cabs used to transport vulnerable residents in Penge to a pop-up vaccine centre in the High Street next week.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:07:40 +0100
Petition against Richmond and Bushy Parks dog lead rule
Calls for dogs to be allowed off leads in Richmond and Bushy Parks have intensified – despite a 3 month ban in deer birthing season.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:53:30 +0100
SW London Met worker takes on super challenge for charity
A South West London communications officer is raising vital funds for Mind, Shelter and Cancer Research UK.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:50:27 +0100
Croydon Council heavily criticised by social housing regulator
Council flats in South Norwood were “uninhabitable and unsafe” according to the Regulator of Social Housing.

Fri, 21 May 2021 11:03:13 +0100
Parents hope to raise £200k for daughter's cancer treatment
The parents of a three-year-old girl diagnosed with a rare cancer have issued a heartfelt plea for help fundraising to pay for specialist treatment, so she can fulfil her dream of being an artist.

Fri, 21 May 2021 10:23:05 +0100
Richmond murder probe after man dies days after stabbing
Police have launched a murder investigation after a 39-year-old man died in hospital following a stabbing in Richmond this week.

Fri, 21 May 2021 08:37:04 +0100
Great Ormond Street porter 'exploited vulnerability' of victims
A former Great Ormond Street hospital porter who sexually abused boys in the linen room left his victims "profoundly scarred", a court has heard.

Fri, 21 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Choir hit top 10 in charts
The have once again achieved chart success after performing with famous singers Rag'n'Bone Man and P!nk for charity.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:01:41 +0100
Man arrested after 'Jewish driver attacked' in Golders Green
A man has been arrested following allegations of violence towards a car driver with an Israeli flag.

Fri, 21 May 2021 20:45:40 +0100
Polish Air Force exhibition opens at Uxbridge's Battle of Britain Bunker
AN exhibition recognising the outstanding contribution of the Polish Air Force during World War Two was opened today (21) at the Battle of Britain Bunker Exhibition and Visitor Centre in Uxbridge.

Fri, 21 May 2021 18:43:25 +0100
Tottenham man placed flammable liquid inside Iranian embassy vehicle
A man who placed a bottle of flammable liquid in the exhaust pipe of an Iranian diplomatic vehicle has been sentenced under the Mental Health Act.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:26:42 +0100
Brent Council approves Gorillas Technologies alcohol licence
An online food and drink delivery service operating out of a warehouse in a “quiet residential road” was given permission to sell alcohol despite neighbours’ objections.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Mayor visits new Tube station as Northern Line extension nears end
Sadiq Khan visited the new Nine Elms Tube station today as the Northern Line extension nears completion.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:04:26 +0100
Cranford Park hosting bank holiday weekend treasure hunt
A local park has organised a treasure hunt to entertain people of all ages this coming bank holiday weekend, 29-31 May.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:03:56 +0100
More time to have your say on high-rise scheme in Barnet
Residents have more time to give their views on a major development plan after the council reopened a consultation.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:34:07 +0100
£150,000 raised for Hillingdon Hospital Bereavement Suite
Over £150,000 has been raised, including £50,000 by one woman, to fund the building of a maternity bereavement suite in Hillingdon Hospital.

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:20:46 +0100
Enfield Council leader sees off Tories' no-confidence motion
Enfield Council leader Cllr Nesil Caliskan saw off a bid by opposition groups to bring down her administration – as yet another councillor quit Labour.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:06:24 +0100
Man from Harrow jailed for terrorism material
A man from Harrow is among three men who were found with Islamic terrorism-related material.

Fri, 21 May 2021 11:23:38 +0100
Surge testing for Covid-19 Indian variant in Harrow schools
Surge testing is to take place in Harrow schools to help tackle the spread of the ‘Indian variant’ of Covid-19.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:38:31 +0100
BECKENHAM ODEON CINEMA - Re-opens!
Excited Cinema-goers and Beckenham locals saw the re-opening of The Odeon Beckenham on Monday 17 May 2021

Fri, 21 May 2021 08:40:38 +0100
Eight men arrested after racial abuse to Tottenham player
Twelve men have been arrested or cautioned after racist abuse targeted an unnamed Tottenham player.

Fri, 21 May 2021 07:54:42 +0100
Royston Park Road sees yet another serious crash
A man was taken to hospital after another car was flipped over at a car crash hotspot.

Fri, 21 May 2021 07:32:00 +0100
6 areas of concern identified in England amid spread of Indian variant
The Indian Covid variant has now been found in a multitude of places across the country.



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