Market in Kingston ‘shut for foreseeable future’ after fire
Kingston’s historic market square will remain shut for the foreseeable future after a fire destroyed traders’ stalls and damaged neighbouring businesses. Eight people were…
Croydon Council backs plans to outsource adult education service ‘putting 197 roles at risk’
Croydon Council is recommending its entire adult education service is outsourced to third party providers, putting nearly 200 roles at risk. Council officers are…
Streatham Wells named Primary named ‘School of the Year’ at Carer Awards
A primary school in Streatham has been recognised for its work supporting young carers. Streatham Wells Primary received the ‘School of the Year’ at…
Croydon Council ‘to offer free kitchens and bathrooms’ to persuade tenants to downsize
Croydon Council tenants who agree to move out of oversized family properties will be offered brand-new kitchens, bathrooms, and a full redecoration under a…
How should gambling be regulated in Lewisham?
Residents are being asked to share their views on Lewisham Council’s new ‘gambling policy’ which sets out how the borough will regulate gambling premises…
McDonald’s could return to Walworth Road
McDonald’s could be returning to Walworth Road once again as it has set its sights on opening a new branch, with Southwark councillors expected…
Outdoor saunas could be coming to Richmond as council explores new income generating ideas
Richmond Council is investigating local interest in outdoor saunas and how it could operate them in the borough, as it looks for ways to…
Flats on historic burial ground in Worcester Park recommended for approval
Sutton Council is recommending approval for a three-storey block of eight flats on the historic site of a former convent burial ground in Worcester…
Croydon schools could turn empty classrooms into SEND facilities as pupil numbers fall
Croydon Council is considering plans to convert empty classrooms in mainstream secondary schools into specialist facilities for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities…
‘Commuters won’t move to Southfields because of the District Line’ say campaigners
Frustrated South West London commuters have slammed the District Line’s poor service saying it’s causing people to change jobs to avoid having to use…
Wandsworth Council ‘to pay for 25 new police officers’
Wandsworth is set to get 25 new police officers patrolling the streets – because the council is paying for them. The local authority expects…
Heaven nightclub given special protected status
World-famous Heaven nightclub has been given special protected status by Westminster City Council to reduce the risk of it being redeveloped in future. The…
