Two hexagonal tower blocks with more than 100 flats planned in Croydon
The pair of towers would replace a kitchen shop next door to Chinese supermarket Wing Yip in Purley Way.
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Conservative candidate favoured to win Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election
The by-election comes after the death of James Brockenshire in October, aged 53, from lung cancer.
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Arrests made after pair pose as police in aggravated burglary in Wandsworth
Two men have been arrested as part of an investigation into an aggravated burglary in Wandsworth.
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Residents urged to stay safe as one case of Omicron variant found in Wandsworth
St George’s Hospital Trust in Tooting’s chief medical officer said it’s “even more important” now to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
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South London hospital receives £10,000 donation for new children’s unit
The donation will fund a traverse climbing wall as part of a play area.
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The inspection also found that the waiting area for children was overcrowded and kids were not being assessed and prioritised in the recommended 15 minutes.
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Oxford Street to be revamped following financial blows
Electric buses, more public loos and boutique stores could be the answer to saving London’s most iconic shopping district, say council bosses.
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More than 50 workers to lose jobs as Croydon council continues to face financial problems
It was originally estimated there was a £38 million budget gap for 2022/23 but this has now been reduced to £13 million.
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Fallen leaves to help generate electricity for London
A west London council will have to seven weeks clearing leaves from its streets this autumn.
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Passengers without masks on tube or buses could be fined £200 from Tuesday
The Mayor of London said: “This a measure that I have long called on the Government to introduce.”
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Asylum seeker with pregnant wife living in Croydon hotel ‘never been told’ how long he will stay there
The 32-year-old said: “No one knows what is happening with their claim. I’ve never been told how long I will be here, they said they can’t give us any time line.”
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£250,000 parking space in Knightsbridge on the market for over a year
The private spot along Basil Street, Knightsbridge has been listed on Rightmove since November 25, 2020 – but no one has bought it.
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Residents concerned that renovation of historic pub will be a ‘heritage crime scene’
Lewisham council intends to transform the Catford Constitutional Club in Catford through a multi-million pound refurbishment and extension.
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Labour councillor wins Bedford ward by-election by just one vote
Labour’s Sheila Boswell received 906 votes in Tooting’s Bedford ward by-election, closely followed by Tory candidate Thomas Mytton with 905 votes.
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Rotherhithe Tunnel and Vauxhall Bridge face closure over funding concerns
The systems within the Rotherhithe Tunnel needed an “urgent upgrade”, while Vauxhall Bridge required further waterproofing work.
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Croydon Bus shelters upgraded with safety and well-being in mind
Bus shelters across Croydon will be upgraded with high-tech replacements that will give travel updates.
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The Color Purple Audio Experience: A Benefit for Black Womxn
An actress from Tulse Hill has co-produced a new virtual audio production of the literary classic The Color Purple.
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Dons striker Ollie Palmer to sleep outside Plough Lane to highlight plight of London’s homeless
AFC Wimbledon striker Ollie Palmer will be sleeping outside Plough Lane on Saturday night to raise awareness for London’s homeless in the run-up to Christmas.
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Croydon resident born year after First World War turns 102
Gladys Wilson celebrated the special milestone on November 11 by celebrating with her family, her fellow residents and the staff at her care home .
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