News
Application Submitted to Build Skyscraper Next to Heliport
35-storey Battersea tower would contain 143 flats with riverviews
New Lighting Installed on Wandsworth Bridge
The 'most boring' crossing on the River Thames gets a glow up
Battersea Bridge Tower Recommended for Refusal
Council planners say 29-storey tower out of place in mid-rise zone
Incompetent A&E Nurse Consistently Clocked Off Early
Mark Berry found to have skills of beginner despite 22 years in the job
Council Puts Pressure on Developers to Bring in More Funds
£1.35m added to local improvements pot after court orders obtained
New Train Stock Unused Due to Lack of Trained Drivers
South Western Railway's Arterio fleet sits idle in Clapham Junction
Watchdog Finds Serious Failures in Borough Housing Provision
Tenants left waiting a year for key safety tests
Local Police Officer Charged with Sex Offences
PC Nick Whitcombe was off-duty at the time of the alleged crimes
Local Environmental Charity Seeking New Trustees
Thames Explorer Trust wants three people to help steer the organisation
Wandsworth Council Told to Review 'Flawed' SEND Policy
Staff barred from giving emergency medicine on school transport
Andrew Travers Set to Be Appointed as Interim Council Chief Executive
Taking over the joint administration of Richmond and Wandsworth
Wandsworth Council Tax Bills to Remain Country's Lowest
Borough announces 2% increase due to adult social care precept rise
Mayor Denies 20mph Limits are Slowing Buses
Says that junction delays main reason for longer journey times
Wandle River Oil Spill 'Worst in 20 Years'
May take years to recover from diesel that leaked from bus depot
Transport Enforcement Officers Plan to Escalate Strike Action
Dispute is over pay differentials with London Underground staff
Wandsworth’s CCTV Control Team Always on Alert
Unit tracked Daniel Khalife's escape and spots potential suicides
Judicial Review Confirmed for Wimbledon Tennis Plans
High Court accepts that arguments against scheme 'merit consideration'
£30 million Boost for Borough's Leisure Facilities
Five-year plan includes investment in playgrounds and all-weather pitches
Thames Super Sewer Now Fully Connected
Over five million tonnes of sewage already stopped from entering river
Another Proposal for a Battersea Skyscraper
Designs revealed for 34-storey building near the London Heliport
Wandsworth Council Offering Free Bulky Waste Collections
Every household can have items picked up twice a year
Green Light for New Renal Unit at St. George's
New facility aims to transform services for kidney patients
Council Blunders Caused Woman to Fall into Rent Arrears
Borough covers shortfall and pays compensation after watchdog investigation
Wandsworth Council Tenant Caught Illegally Sub-letting
Advertised home on spareroom.com while living abroad
National Insurance Rise to Cost Wandsworth £3.4million
Council rejects call to ask for extra funding to plug gap in finances
Stuart Broad Helps Launch New South Western Fleet
Arterio trains will serve local lines including Hounslow Loop
Council Failed to Deliver Support to Special Needs Child
Ombudsman's report finds she was sent to nursery with untrained staff
RNLI Launches Appeal to Enable Move from Chiswick to Wandsworth
Needs an extra £300,000 to fit out new facility for lifeboat
New Local Plan Requires Half of New Homes to Be Affordable
Developers may also need to make 35% available for social rent
Geo-fence Restrictions for e-scooters Reduced
Riders have been injured after engines cut out unexpectedly
Council Put Pregnant Woman in Unsuitable Accommodation
Forced to share facilities with strangers for six months
Shops Fear Closure Due to Pedestrianisation Works
Businesses on Old York Road describe project as a ‘nightmare’
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Fees Waived for VE Day 80th Anniversary Street Parties
Time running out to book street closures for event
Earlsfield Theatre Designated 'Official Theatre of Sanctuary'
Tara is the only theatre in London to achieve this status
Older People Forum Raises Concerns Over Cost of Living
Event gets assurances from council leader that action was being taken
Local Private and State Schools Collaborate on Art Project
Working together on exhibition in Southside Shopping Centre
Wandsworth Arts Fringe Given Award
OneOff awards are for theatre organisations operating during pandemic
Home-Start Wandsworth Seeks Volunteers
Local charity supports families in the area experiencing difficulties
Wandsworth Park Eco Fair Hailed a Success
Crowds join local MP and host of environmental organisations at event
Age UK Wandsworth Hosts Scams Bingo
Innovation to help older residents deal with fraud crisis
Wandsworth Council To Double Mega Skip Locations
Free recycling measure credited with reducing fly-tipping
Forthcoming Travel Disruption in Wandsworth
Trains and tubes affected by engineering works and strikes
Free Courses for Young People at World Heart Beat
Learn about the music industry in a new programme of mentoring sessions
Muddy Dog Challenge To Support Battersea Animals
Go on, you know you'll enjoy it!
Lifestyle
What's Happening at The Spread Eagle?
Major refurb includes boutique hotel, HQ for Young's and a new pub interior
Japanese Restaurant Latest Addition To Ram Quarter
Sushi Moka plans opening at Bubbling Well Square
More New Brands Coming to Gravity Southside
Entertainment centre is expanding its food hall offering
Bitten By The Gardening Bug?
Thrive London's local hub is looking for volunteers
New Megan's Restaurant on Garratt Lane Gets Licence
Owners denied permission to sell alcohol without food before 10am
Property
Prime Central Wandsworth Plot Acquired For Redevelopment
Student accommodation provider Downing buys gasworks site
Mixed Reaction from Locals to Hugh Gasworks Development
Concern that local infrastructure including the train station won’t cope
Huge Redevelopment of Old York Road Area Planned
Ferrier Street, Wandsworth Town Station and corner site in line for a complete rebuild
Property in Wandsworth
Your guide to the local property market including services and homes for sale and rent
Plans Being Drawn Up To Transform Wandsworth Town Hall
New public entrance, walkways and gardens being proposed
Wandsworth Agents Deal with Hangover After Stamp Duty Party
Sales reportedly slow after rush to meet tax discount deadline
Another High-Rise Build Underway On York Road
On the site of the old Battersea Bar
Landmark Tower Approved for Wandsworth Town Centre
Controversial 20 storey building will be on Garratt Lane
Community
Which Are The Hardest Schools In Wandsworth To Get Into?
New figures show over-subscription rates at local primaries and secondaries
Ukrainian Children Thrive in Southfields School
Families praise Riversdale Primary School pupils and staff for their kindness
Queenstown Road Set For Substantial Reduction in Services
South Western Railway plan to halve number of trains during peak