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Sun, 04 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Covid restrictions could remain for 'five winters' in bid to protect NHS
Wearing face masks and social distancing could remain part of life for the next five years, under contingency plans being drawn up by the government.

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100
UK green list: France and Italy among 20 countries set to be added in July
Following the last review on June 24 the next look into the UK's travel list is expected in the week commencing July 12.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 17:42:27 +0100
5 million Brits given AstraZeneca jab could be blocked from EU holidays
The concern comes this summer because their AstraZeneca vaccines are reportedly not recognised by the EU.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 12:19:29 +0100
Crystal Palace Subway: Restoration roof plans submitted
Plans to restore and build a new roof over Crystal Palace’s historic subway could see it become a thriving community space.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 17:00:26 +0100
Second arrest in Croydon Shrublands murder case
A second person has been arrested by police investigating the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Croydon last week.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 13:54:45 +0100
Kenley students raise thousands for GOSH hospital
A group of sixth for students from Kenley have been thanked after raising thousands of pounds for London's Great Ormond Street Hospital for children (GOSH).

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 10:24:47 +0100
Teen arrested in Brighton over Croydon murder
A teenager was arrested in Brighton last night (Friday, July 2) in the murder investigation into a fatal stabbing in Croydon last week.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100
5 million Brits given AstraZeneca jab could be blocked from EU holidays
The concern comes this summer because their AstraZeneca vaccines are reportedly not recognised by the EU.

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Poorest schools suffer funding cuts despite Tory 'level up' reforms
Government efforts to “level up” funding for education have resulted in cuts to the money going to the most deprived schools.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:21:48 +0100
Urgent warning to parents as teens fake Covid tests thanks to TikTok trend
Videos are uploaded under the search term #fakecovidtest where teenagers can find them with more than 6.5 million views.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 17:23:24 +0100
Met Office: Yellow thunderstorm warning for London
A yellow thunderstorm warning is in place on Saturday as heavy rain and thunderstorms could hit London.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:52:51 +0100
Football compliment turns into successful SW London startup
"It all started rather jokingly but in reality, it was a term of inclusion, a bolstering compliment - and it really worked," said a group of friends who have since launched a popular clothing line in the heart of southwest London.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:52:42 +0100
Man hospitalised after crash near Croydon Flyover
Major road closures are in place following a crash in Croydon this morning.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:29:55 +0100
easyJet partners Boots to offer Covid-19 travel tests for holidaymakers
The new partnership will enable customers to find information and book or order the necessary COVID-19 travel testing services.

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 13:44:39 +0100
Hertfordshire Mark Masons donate car to blood bike service
A car that delivers blood transfusions, breast milk for newborn babies and Covid test results around the clock is already making emergency deliveries after a charitable donation.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:22:57 +0100
Homicide investigation launched into Croydon fatal stabbing
A murder investigation has been launched by Metropolitan Police following the murder of a 16-year-old boy on the doorstep of his Shrubland home.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:44:34 +0100
Shrublands: Boy stabbed to death on front door of family home
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed to death on the doorstep of his family’s Shrublands home, according to reports.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:23:26 +0100
Jacob Rees-Mogg applauds Sutton vaccination team
The leader of the House of Commons recently visited a matron and her vaccination team to thank them for their efforts with the vaccine roll out.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:49:49 +0100
Santander announce 75 branch closures across the UK - the full list
The high street bank has released a full list of branches affected by the closures.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:42:25 +0100
The South London News Podcast, S1, E4
On Episode Four of The South London News Podcast, Hosts Monica Charsley and Orlando Jenkinson discuss some of their favourite stories from June.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:23:59 +0100
England fans take to London streets celebrate Germany win
A carnival atmosphere took over London last night as jubilant England fans took to the streets, pubs, fan squares and roofs to celebrate.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 07:33:43 +0100
Man due in court charged with murder of Sergeant Matt Ratana
A 23-year-old man is due to appear in court charged with the murder of Metropolitan Police Sergeant Matt Ratana, who was shot dead at Croydon Custody Centre last year.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:16:39 +0100
How SW London used pedestrianisation for Covid recovery
The pandemic has presented a "significant challenge" to businesses across the country.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:55:15 +0100
Tumble dryer linked to Croydon house fire
Firefighters are warning residents over dangers linked to white appliances after suggesting that a tumble dryer caused a house fire in Croydon overnight.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:51:57 +0100
Stormzy celebrates England win at Croydon Box Park
Croydon's most-famous son celebrated with England fans at the Croydon Box Park yesterday (June 29), before reportedly joining in the with after party at house party nearby.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:31:56 +0100
Man in hospital after Surbiton stabbing
A man was hospitalised after he was stabbed during a reported burglary in Surbiton yesterday (Tuesday, June 29).

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:44:20 +0100
Jack Draper’s ex-coach speaks on growth amid Wimbledon 2021
A 19-year-old from Sutton has made a big impression at the Wimbledon Championships - and his former coach says he was a "natural-born fighter" from the start, even as a youngster.

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:45:25 +0100
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Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:50:50 +0100
Chris Whitty harassed by 'thugs' in London park in video
Police are investigating after a video was shared online appearing to show England's chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty being harassed by two men in a park in London.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:35:10 +0100
South London: 79 new target locations for Lidl stores
Lidl has published a long and ambitious list of desired locations it wants to build new stores in, with dozens of potential openings in south London.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:32:34 +0100
Sutton Council submits bid to improve public transport
Sutton Council has submitted a £32million bid to the Government’s new Levelling Up Fund for improved rail services in the borough.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:57:40 +0100
Patrick Viera set to become new Crystal Palace boss
Crystal Palace are set to appoint former Arsenal legend Patrick Viera as their new manager, it has emerged.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:24:01 +0100
Covid Delta variant outbreak in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell borough currently has the highest infection rate of any local authority in Surrey, new government data has shown.

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 10:51:45 +0100
Sunbury teen 'racially abused' and assaulted police
A teenager was arrested in Sunbury after he racially abused and assaulted police officers in the early hours of Saturday (June 26).

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:57:50 +0100
Fire tears through Elephant and Castle station
A huge fire has broken out in Elephant and Castle that has enveloped parts of central London in smoke.

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:31:35 +0100
Olympian rides down the River Thames on 'flying surfboard'
Hate taking public transport in London? Well there may be a new way for you travel across the capital, and it comes with amazing views.

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 19:31:36 +0100
First images from inside new-look Wimbledon
The first images from inside Wimbledon's legendary All-England Club have been published as the tournament opened today (Monday, June 28).

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 17:51:02 +0100
Man who helped save woman from south London fire
A man has spoken out about his harrowing experience after a fire broke out at the foot of a residential block in Streatham last week (June 23).

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:08:03 +0100
Footage from Elephant and Castle shows extent of major fire
Dramatic images and footage have been published online as a fire continues to rage near Elephant and Castle Station this afternoon.

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:57:44 +0100
Sutton United name Terry Bullivant as director of football
Sutton United have announced the appointment of Terry Bullivant as director of football.

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:15:09 +0100
Police appeal after fatal crash in Croydon
A man has died following a crash in Croydon on Saturday ( June 26).

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:26:18 +0100
Winter lockdown warning as third Covid-19 wave 'definitely under way'
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) shared the bleak warning that a third wave “definitely” underway.

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 16:42:58 +0100
New report to examine London's preparedness for terror attack
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has confirmed plans to commission a new report examining London’s counter-terror preparedness.

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 09:29:46 +0100
Queen approves appointment of Sajid Javid as new health secretary
The Bromsgrove MP previously served as home secretary from 2018 to 2019 - and then as chancellor until February last year.

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 16:41:15 +0100
Met urged to review hiring process after 'serious misconduct'
The Metropolitan Police Service has been urged to review its application and recruitment process following several high-profile incidents of “serious misconduct” involving officers.

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:16:34 +0100
Burnham murder investigation: Second man charged after death of Beau Robinson
A second man has been charged with murder following the death of 35-year-old Beau Robinson in Burnham. 

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:07:50 +0100
London gets England's first hydrogen double decker buses
London will be the first city in England to put hydrogen-powered double decker buses on the streets as a new fleet is launched today.

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:06:20 +0100
Warning issued over 'insidious' Post Office scam which cost one victim £80,000
One victim reportedly lost £80,000 after being duped by the scam.

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:07:05 +0100
Covid-19 expert warns of 21 coronavirus symptoms you need to be aware of
He has previously warned Brits that they need to be aware of additional symptoms not listed by the NHS.

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:05:09 +0100
Thousands of anti-lockdown protesters march in central London
Thousands of anti-lockdown protesters are marching through central London this afternoon (June 26) carrying placards and flags.



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