Fears over ‘toxic algae’ in first official Thames bathing site
Health concerns have been raised over the presence of potentially toxic algae in the River Thames’ first official bathing spot, just three months after…
Kingston care home rated ‘outstanding’
A South London care home where residents reported seeing their health improve has been rated “outstanding” by the care watchdog. The Care Quality Commission…
‘Iconic’ Wandsworth landmark could be replaced
An “iconic” South London landmark above an underpass which featured in Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange could be replaced. The big circular advertising structure…
Richmond Park river to see restoration works to boost wildlife
Plans to improve a river running through Richmond Park and its surroundings have been given the green light. The Royal Parks will carry out…
Furzedown Recreation Ground plans for upgrade with inclusive equipment submitted
Plans to upgrade a Wandsworth park with new play equipment, redesigned areas and improved accessibility have been submitted. Wandsworth Council wants to transform Furzedown…
Twickenham stadium plan for up to 15 concerts a year submitted
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has submitted plans to hold up to 15 concerts for the world’s biggest artists every year at Twickenham’s Allianz…
HMP Wandsworth staff ‘took no meaningful steps’ to prevent prisoner’s suicide says watchdog
HMP Wandsworth staff did not take “any meaningful” steps to prevent a prisoner taking his own life, a watchdog has found. Aleksandras Maslennikovas, 47,…
Disabled woman left in ‘unsuitable’ temporary accommodation for more than 2.5 years
Wandsworth Council failed to move a disabled woman from her home for more than two-and-a-half years after deciding her property was unsuitable. A new…
Richmond Council pays £1.8k after girl with SEND misses out on PE
Richmond Council has apologised for failing to make sure a girl with special educational needs (SEN) was receiving PE sessions. A new Local Government…
Wandsworth Council sets out plans to tackle ‘financial crisis’
Wandsworth Council’s new administration is set to cut specific schemes to help people with the cost of living and support refugees, with redesigned support…
Wandsworth Council says shelving ‘shock’ plans to move HQ will cost taxpayers £240k
Wandsworth Council’s new Tory administration has said it will cost £240,000 to axe little-known plans to move staff from the borough’s town hall into…
Plans for over 500 homes on protected Motspur Park site approved
Controversial plans to bulldoze three gasholders in Motspur Park for blocks of flats up to 16 storeys tall have been approved. The plans from…
